A great festival weekend doesn’t start at the entrance gate. For thousands of festivalgoers, it begins on the road, on the bus. And at Eleven Travel, they know exactly how important those first few hours are.
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As a well-known player in the Dutch festival scene, Eleven Travel provides bus transport to dozens of festivals across the country. But if you’re expecting a boring ride from point A to B, think again. Eleven Travel turns the trip into an experience — with music, atmosphere, and flawless organization. And the drivers play a key role in that.
Working with a network of trusted bus partners, Eleven Travel teams up with a loyal group of drivers who know exactly what a festival day is like — and how to get passengers to their destination safely, cheerfully, and on time. Each bus also includes a team leader: a fellow passenger with a coordinating role who supports the driver and serves as a point of contact for travelers.
Meet the drivers
In a series of short video interviews, Eleven Travel shines a spotlight on their drivers. Who are these people behind the wheel? What motivates them to take on these trips? And what kinds of things do they experience along the way?
Alex has been a bus driver for 25 years and has happily driven for Eleven Travel for the past few years: “I’m 60 years old, and I love the music and the people. This is really my thing. No trouble, always good vibes. I always check out the festival lineup and pick music to play on YouTube. That way, there’s instant atmosphere when people get on board.”
Daan takes a thoughtful approach: “I always make sure the ride is fun. The week before a festival, I listen to DJ sets at the gym. I pick the best ones and play them during the ride. I love this music, I’ll be heading into the festival myself later.”
Joop has years of experience driving to festivals: “My best memory? The party in the Apeldoorn parking lot — it was amazing. Great vibe, everyone was into it. The craziest? People who were so drunk they fell asleep on the toilet or had no idea where they were going.”
Clear communication, great vibes, and a carefree ride
What connects all of these drivers is their dedication and passion for creating a fun, safe journey. Through solid preparation, clear communication, and a personal touch, they make sure travelers get from door to dance floor without a worry. That’s exactly what Eleven Travel is all about.
Travel with Eleven Travel
Looking for a fun and easy way to get to your favorite festival? Book your bus trip through Eleven Travel and hop on close to home, together with other festival fans.
Traveling with a group? Organize your own bus and ride to and from the festival without hassle. As an organizer, you can even earn free festival tickets or a cash reward, depending on the number of bookings.
