Transportation
Here Comes the Bus
A School Bus Tracking App for Parents
Atlanta Public Schools uses Here Comes the Bus to give students and families the most current information about their bus route.
Tracking Features
- Shows the real-time location of your child’s bus on a map
- Gives scheduled and actual arrival times at home and school for bus routes
- Provides push and email notifications when the bus is near
Sign Up Instructions for Parents:
- Download Here Comes the Bus app or visit herecomesthebus.com
- Click the “Sign Up” button
- Enter school code 87794 and click “Next” followed by “Confirm”
- Complete the “User Profile” box
- Under “My Students,” click “Add.” Enter your child’s last name and student ID number
- Once you confirm your information, you’re ready to begin
Routing Updates
Important Information for Parents:
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All bus route changes will be updated and posted on the APS Transportation website.
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New or modified bus routes will become effective 3–5 days after they are finalized.
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Updated general education stop/route changes will be shared with school principals by the Transportation Department.
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Parents of Exceptional Education students will be contacted directly by APS Transportation to confirm transportation details once a route has been assigned.
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Newly enrolled students should expect a 3–5 day waiting period before transportation service is assigned and begins if an existing stop is not available. If an existing stop cannot be found via WebQuery, please contact transportation.