This carrier has a prior revocation on record.
Prior DOT#: 2871169
Ds Bus Lines INC
Shawnee, KS
Profile data updated Jan 21, 2026 from official FMCSA records
Trust Score
Mixed
FMCSA data ↓
370
Power Units
628
Drivers
FMCSA since 2016 (10 yrs)
Authority Age
Not Rated
Safety Rating
Company Overview
DS BUS LINES INC is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since March 2016. Based in Shawnee, KS, they operate a fleet of 370 power units with 369 CDL drivers. They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (beyond 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specialization is Passenger.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, Ds Bus Lines INC operates the following equipment types:
Need dispatch for this equipment type?
Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School Bus 9-15 | 34 | 0 | 0 | 34 |
| School Bus 16+ | 336 | 0 | 0 | 336 |
Authorized Cargo Types
Ds Bus Lines INC is authorized to transport the following 1 cargo type:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 369
MCS-150 Mileage: 6,600,000 miles (2025)
Driver Information
628
Total Drivers
369
CDL Drivers
628
Interstate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by DS BUS LINES INC
95 trucks identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: Feb 13, 2026.
What this fleet looks like
Top makes on record: Freightliner, Chevrolet, GMC. Equipment breakdown: 80 SCHOOL BUS, 8 MOTOR COACH, 7 BUS. Zero out-of-service results in the inspection window. Either a small inspection sample or genuinely clean equipment and driver compliance. Fleet data is from FMCSA roadside inspection records (24-month rolling). Trucks that haven't been inspected recently may not appear.
Equipment mix (3 vehicle types)
| Vehicle type | Count | Share |
|---|---|---|
| SCHOOL BUS | 80 | 84% |
| MOTOR COACH | 8 | 8% |
| BUS | 7 | 7% |
Vehicle makes (3 brands on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Freightliner | 47 | 49% |
| Chevrolet | 46 | 48% |
| GMC | 2 | 2% |
License plates on file (20 shown, most recent first)
| Plate | State | Vehicle | Inspections | Last seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9C97A9 | MO | Thomas Bui SCHOOL BUS | 1 | Feb 2026 |
| 1C36C5 | MO | Thomas Bui SCHOOL BUS | 1 | Feb 2026 |
| 9C95A7 | MO | Thomas Bui SCHOOL BUS | 1 | Feb 2026 |
| 1C33C4 | MO | Thomas Bui MOTOR COACH | 1 | Feb 2026 |
| 1C33C8 | MO | Thomas Bui SCHOOL BUS | 1 | Feb 2026 |
| 1C32C1 | MO | Thomas Bui SCHOOL BUS | 1 | Feb 2026 |
| 1C31C8 | MO | Thomas Bui MOTOR COACH | 1 | Feb 2026 |
| 9C97A4 | MO | Thomas Bui MOTOR COACH | 1 | Feb 2026 |
| 9C95A8 | MO | Thomas Bui SCHOOL BUS | 1 | Feb 2026 |
| 1C32C1 | MO | Thomas Bui SCHOOL BUS | 1 | Feb 2026 |
| 9C95A4 | MO | Thomas Bui SCHOOL BUS | 1 | Feb 2026 |
| 9C97A7 | MO | Thomas Bui SCHOOL BUS | 1 | Feb 2026 |
| 9C97A8 | MO | Thomas Bui SCHOOL BUS | 1 | Feb 2026 |
| 9C96A6 | MO | Thomas Bui MOTOR COACH | 1 | Feb 2026 |
| 1C33C3 | MO | Thomas Bui MOTOR COACH | 1 | Feb 2026 |
| 9C97A5 | MO | Thomas Bui MOTOR COACH | 1 | Feb 2026 |
| 1C37C0 | MO | Thomas Bui SCHOOL BUS | 1 | Feb 2026 |
| 1C32C3 | MO | Thomas Bui SCHOOL BUS | 1 | Feb 2026 |
| 9C99AB | MO | Thomas Bui MOTOR COACH | 1 | Feb 2026 |
| 1C32C0 | MO | Thomas Bui SCHOOL BUS | 1 | Feb 2026 |
Plate registrations span 2 states: KS (68) · MO (27)
Recent active vehicles (12 shown of 95)
Showing the most recently active 12 vehicles. Full fleet records are available via direct VIN search.
Fleet data is aggregated from FMCSA roadside inspection records (24-month rolling window). Vehicles inspected under this carrier's DOT number are listed. A VIN can appear under multiple carriers over its lifetime if leased, sold, or operated by different fleets at different times. Recall status is VIN-specific — use the NHTSA recall lookup linked on each vehicle above to see whether a given VIN has open (unremedied) recalls, or verify with the OEM dealer.
Dispatch Services in KS
Looking for dispatch services for these equipment types in KS?
Verify on Official Sources
Cross-reference this carrier's data with official FMCSA systems:
Safety Performance
Excellent
Clean safety record
O Trucking Safety Grade
132
Inspections
24 months
0
Violations
Total found
0
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✓ Better than national average (-7.5%)
✓ Better than national average (-21.7%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/15/2026 | KS | Vehicle Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 07/15/2026 | KS | Vehicle Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 07/15/2026 | KS | Vehicle Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 07/15/2026 | KS | Vehicle Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 07/15/2026 | KS | Vehicle Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 07/15/2026 | KS | Vehicle Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 07/15/2026 | KS | Vehicle Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 07/15/2026 | KS | Vehicle Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 07/15/2026 | KS | Vehicle Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 07/15/2026 | KS | Vehicle Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 07/15/2026 | KS | Vehicle Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 07/15/2026 | KS | Vehicle Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 07/15/2026 | KS | Vehicle Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 07/15/2026 | KS | Vehicle Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 07/15/2026 | KS | Vehicle Only | 0 | ✓ |
Showing 15 of 132 inspections.
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Insurance & Bonding
BIPD
$5 Million
OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY
Cargo
Not on file
Bond
Not on file
| Type | Insurance Company | Form | Policy # | Coverage | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIPD | OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY | 91X | MWTB 316653 | $5 Million | 10/07/2022 |
View Insurance History (2 past records)
| Type | Company | Policy # | Effective | Cancelled | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY | YPP 3307871-00 | 08/13/2018 | 12/28/2022 | CANCEL | |
| NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY | DPP 3307870-03 | 06/06/2016 | 08/13/2018 | TERM/REPL |
Insurance data sourced from FMCSA. Updated daily. Verify on FMCSA →
Crash History
18
Total Crashes
0
Fatalities
9
Injuries
17
Tow-Aways
18 FMCSA-recordable
| Date | State | Location | Fatal | Injuries | Tow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/27/2026 | MO | OAK GROVE, MO | 0 | 1 | Yes |
| 04/22/2026 | MO | NON-CITY OR UNINCORPORATE, MO | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 03/03/2026 | MO | BELTON, MO | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 01/27/2026 | KS | OLATHE, KS | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 12/08/2025 | MO | COLUMBIA, MO | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 11/22/2025 | MO | NON-CITY OR UNINCORPORATE, MO | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 11/05/2025 | MO | BELTON, MO | 0 | 2 | Yes |
| 10/08/2025 | KS | LEAWOOD, KS | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 09/30/2025 | KS | OLATHE, KS | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 04/28/2025 | KS | MERRIAM, KS | 0 | 1 | Yes |
| 04/22/2025 | CO | COMMERCE CITY, CO | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 03/18/2025 | CO | COMMERCE CITY, CO | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 03/04/2025 | KS | LENEXA, KS | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 01/28/2025 | KS | KANSAS CITY, KS | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 12/19/2024 | KS | OVERLAND PARK, KS | 0 | 1 | No |
| 12/17/2024 | KS | LENEXA, KS | 0 | 1 | Yes |
| 10/08/2024 | MO | BELTON, MO | 0 | 2 | Yes |
| 08/13/2024 | CO | CO | 0 | 1 | Yes |
Crash data from FMCSA. Does not include driver information per federal privacy requirements. View full crash report on FMCSA →
Is Ds Bus Lines INC Legitimate? Safety & Fraud Check
A quick, plain-English check of whether this carrier looks safe and legitimate to hire — based on public FMCSA and U.S. Treasury records. It's a screening aid, not a guarantee; always confirm on the official FMCSA SAFER site.
These checks use public U.S. government records — the carrier's license status, safety-inspection and crash history, ownership links, and the U.S. Treasury sanctions list — refreshed automatically. A flag doesn't prove wrongdoing; it's a prompt to verify before you do business.
Reviews of Ds Bus Lines INC
Have you worked with this carrier?
Be the first to share your experience — communication, equipment, and reliability. Honest reviews help other brokers and shippers decide who to trust. Takes under a minute.
Write the first review✍ Leave a review of Ds Bus Lines INC
Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does DS BUS LINES INC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, DS BUS LINES INC is inferred to operate: Passenger.
Is DS BUS LINES INC's authority currently active?
DS BUS LINES INC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has DS BUS LINES INC been in business?
DS BUS LINES INC has been registered with the FMCSA since March 2016, making their authority approximately 10 years, 3 months old.
Where is DS BUS LINES INC located?
DS BUS LINES INC is physically located at 23889 W 40TH STREET, SHAWNEE, KS 66226.
Roadside Inspection History 132 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
DS BUS LINES INC has been inspected 132 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in KS, MO. None of these inspections resulted in an out-of-service order, which is well above average.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-15 | KS | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-15 | KS | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-15 | KS | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-15 | KS | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-15 | KS | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-15 | KS | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-15 | KS | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-15 | KS | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-15 | KS | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-15 | KS | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-15 | KS | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-15 | KS | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-15 | KS | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-15 | KS | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-15 | KS | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-15 | KS | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-15 | KS | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-15 | KS | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-15 | KS | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-15 | KS | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-15 | KS | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-15 | KS | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-15 | KS | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-15 | KS | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-02-13 | MO | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
Showing 25 of 132 inspections. View full history →
Carrier History & Continuity
Research signals that connect this carrier to other USDOT entities — useful for shippers, brokers, and insurers performing due diligence.
Predecessor (Prior Revoked Authority)
This carrier's registration lists a prior USDOT number that was revoked. Per FMCSA records, this entity emerged from:
DS BUS LINES INC
DOT 2871169
Successor Entities
1 carrier list this DOT number as a prior revoked authority in FMCSA's public database — verify directly with FMCSA for current status.
Other USDOT Registrations Sharing Officer Names (5)
Officer names listed on this carrier's MCS-150 also appear on the following USDOT registrations in FMCSA's public database. Common names may match unrelated individuals; this is a research starting point, not an accusation. Always verify directly with FMCSA before drawing conclusions.
Other Carriers Registered at This Address (1)
These carriers list the same physical street, city, and state in FMCSA's public database. Shared addresses commonly reflect legitimate co-located businesses, multi-fleet owners, or registered-agent services. Always verify directly with FMCSA before drawing conclusions.
About this data: All entries above come from FMCSA's public USDOT registry (MCS-150 filings). We surface name and address overlaps so shippers, brokers, and insurers can perform their own due diligence. The presence of an entry here does not imply wrongdoing by any party.
For background on FMCSA's chameleon-carrier risk-based vetting program: FMCSA methodology →
FMCSA Safety Measurement System (SMS) BASIC Scores
FMCSA's Safety Measurement System assigns percentile scores (0–100) across seven Behavior Analysis and Safety Improvement Categories (BASICs). Lower percentiles indicate better safety performance compared to similar carriers. Data from FMCSA SMS public dataset, refreshed monthly.
Unsafe Driving
Hours-of-Service
Driver Fitness
Controlled Substances
Vehicle Maintenance
How to read these scores: Percentile rankings compare this carrier against similar carriers (by fleet size and operation type). A score of 25 means this carrier is safer than 75% of peers in that category. A score of 85 means only 15% of peers performed worse. FMCSA flags a BASIC as "alert" when the carrier exceeds intervention thresholds — these warrant direct verification with FMCSA.
Source: FMCSA Safety Measurement System → · Pass class: AB · Total inspections in 24-mo window: 108
For Carriers & Fleet Owners
Hiring Drivers for Your Fleet?
Tell us your requirements — equipment, lanes, pay range, home-time preferences. Our team recruits and pre-screens drivers from our nationwide network and sends you matched candidates within 48 hours. No upfront fees, no contracts.
- ✓ CDL & non-CDL drivers across all 50 states
- ✓ Equipment-specific matching (dry van, reefer, flatbed, etc.)
- ✓ Pre-screened MVR, PSP, employment history
- ✓ Local, regional & OTR placements
Is this your company? Claim this profile
Your online presence
This is what brokers see when they Google you.
Freight fraud cost the industry $725M+ last year, so brokers and shippers now vet every carrier before booking — and they start by Googling your DOT/MC. A bare record can quietly cost you loads. O Trucking builds you a professional website, free, so you control what they find. Optional hosting just $150/yr — no agency fees, no contracts.
- ✓ Built free — you own it
- ✓ Presents your authority, safety & insurance the right way
- ✓ Live in a few days
- ✓ Optional hosting $150/yr (SEO & social if you want)