How much does a surplus school bus sell for at government auction?

Across 366 completed United States government auctions in the last 12 months, the median school bus sold for $1,613, with most closing between $1,300 and $5,138. Final prices vary with year, condition, mileage, and location.

Where can I buy a surplus school bus?

Government agencies sell surplus school bus through official platforms like GSA Auctions, GovDeals, and Public Surplus. GovAuctions aggregates live school bus listings into one free, searchable feed — no bid packs or credits required.

Are these sold prices before or after fees?

These are realised final winning bids, excluding buyer's premium and taxes. Budget for an additional buyer's premium (often around 10%), applicable taxes, and transport when estimating your all-in cost.

School bus: what it sells for at government auction

Name: School bus median final sale prices — United States government auction
Creator: GovAuctions

The median school bus lot sold for $1,613 across 366 completed United States government auctions in the last 12 months. Most close between $1,300 and $5,138.

Median sale

$1,613

Typical range

$1,300–$5,138

Completed lots

366

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Median sale price by month

2026-07

$1,625

2026-06

$2,525

2026-05

$1,333

Recent sold school bus examples

2011 Bluebird School Bus #1109 (Is Off Site) West/Starts with Boost/Runs/Driveab$5,700
Sold Jul 15, 2026 · TX
2011 Bluebird School Bus #1104 (Is Off Site) West/Starts/Runs/Driveable$6,000
Sold Jul 15, 2026 · TX
2008 BLUE BIRD SCHOOL BUS$500
Sold Jul 14, 2026 · AZ
2019 IC School Bus$13,000
Sold Jul 14, 2026 · NY
2019 IC School Bus$13,000
Sold Jul 14, 2026 · NY
2002 Freightliner/Thomas School Bus$850
Sold Jul 14, 2026 · AR

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School bus sold prices by state

Georgia$1,246 (43)Texas$1,463 (39)Ohio$3,901 (36)Tennessee$2,125 (23)Arizona$2,525 (19)Pennsylvania$20,700 (19)Kansas$3,510 (19)Alabama$2,113 (19)West Virginia$1,983 (17)Iowa$1,894 (14)Virginia$813 (13)Florida$5,518 (12)Kentucky$2,633 (12)Utah$975 (12)New Jersey$975 (12)Washington$1,300 (9)Missouri$7,960 (8)

Other vehicles sold prices

Box truck $4,200 Trailer $1,693 Ford Explorer $1,275 Ford F-150 $3,576 Chevrolet Silverado $4,250 Ford F-350 $3,601 Ford F-250 $3,788 Dodge Charger $1,962 Chevrolet Tahoe $3,850 Freightliner $5,398

Frequently asked questions

How much does a surplus school bus sell for at government auction?: Across 366 completed United States government auctions in the last 12 months, the median school bus sold for $1,613, with most closing between $1,300 and $5,138. Final prices vary with year, condition, mileage, and location.
Where can I buy a surplus school bus?: Government agencies sell surplus school bus through official platforms like GSA Auctions, GovDeals, and Public Surplus. GovAuctions aggregates live school bus listings into one free, searchable feed — no bid packs or credits required.
Are these sold prices before or after fees?: These are realised final winning bids, excluding buyer's premium and taxes. Budget for an additional buyer's premium (often around 10%), applicable taxes, and transport when estimating your all-in cost.

Methodology: median final winning bid on school bus lots that closed on official United States government auction platforms over the trailing 365 days, matched by title. Realised sale prices, excluding buyer's premium. No-bid lots excluded. Updated daily.