Policy Committee
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A Century of Service
For 100 years, the American Bus Association has united the group travel industry by advancing safety, advocacy, and growth for members and the communities they serve.
About the American Bus Association (ABA)
Founded in 1926, the American Bus Association (ABA) is North America’s leading trade association representing the full spectrum of group travel, domestic tourism, and ground transportation. ABA brings together motorcoach operators, tour companies, manufacturers, travel destinations, attractions, and tourism organizations to connect people with places—and drive the business of travel forward.
ABA delivers best-in-class services to its members through its signature events and programs, including ABA Marketplace—the premier North American travel and group tour show—and a nationally recognized advocacy and regulatory affairs program. ABA’s Bus Industry Safety Council (BISC) is the industry’s foremost resource for safety, compliance, and operational training, while the Driving Force Council serves as the leading voice for workforce development and talent solutions across the industry.
Through its 501(c)(3) affiliate, the ABA Foundation, ABA invests in the future of the industry by supporting scholarships, advancing critical research and data collection, and leading efforts to combat human trafficking on America’s roadways.
Our Member’s Footprint
The scale of our members’ work extends far beyond the road—fueling connections, commerce, and opportunity across North America.
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350M+
Passenger trips (2024)
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44B+
Passenger miles (2024)
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51K+
Motorcoaches
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2K+
Member Companies
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$158B
Economic Impact
Leadership & Staff
Guided by a dedicated Board of Directors and a committed staff, we work together to advance the group travel industry.
Advisory Committees
Marketplace Advisory Committee
A select number of members and industry representatives invited to help shape future Marketplace events.
Member Councils
Our councils bring together members from across the industry to exchange insights, tackle shared challenges, and help guide the association’s priorities.
Driving Force Council
Connects with peers, shares ideas, and helps shape the future of the industry.
Bus Industry Safety Council
Focuses on bus safety, compliance, and operational best practices, in partnership with ABC Companies
Bus Maintenance & Repair Council
Supports maintenance professionals with training, standards, and technical resources.
Next Era Leadership Council
Connects emerging leaders to mentorship, growth, and industry opportunity.
Women In Buses Council
Empowers women industry-wide with tools, support, and leadership pathways.
African American Council
Promotes diversity, dialogue, and advancement across the bus and group travel industry.
Hispanic Council
Supports Hispanic operators and businesses and fosters inclusive industry engagement.
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House Highway Bill Advances Out of Committee with Additional Motorcoach Improvements
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SCMA Announces New Orleans as Location for Next Annual Convention & Marketplace
The association’s annual event takes place August 30 through September 1, 2026 The South Central Motorcoach Association (SCMA) is headed to New Orleans for its 2026 Annual Convention & Marketplace, […]
Museum of Appalachia Expands Independence Day Anvil Shoot Celebration for America’s 250th Anniversary
The Museum of Appalachia will celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with an expanded two-day Independence Day Anvil Shoot Celebration on July 3 and 4, 2026. Thanks to a grant from the Tennessee […]
ABAF Releases 2025 Motorcoach Census Showing Industry Growth, Broad Service Reach, and 77K Jobs Supported
New research finds 1,891 companies operated 50,968 motorcoaches across the United States and Canada in 2025, with charter service leading a diverse and expanding market. The American Bus Association Foundation (ABAF) today […]