# Isle Of Wight Bus & Coach Museum, Ryde — Reviews & Opening Hours

> Rated 4.7/5 from 955 Google reviews. Collection of buses, coaches, memorabilia and photos celebrating the island's holiday heritage.

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# Isle Of Wight Bus & Coach Museum

Ryde, Isle Of Wight

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**In short:** Isle Of Wight Bus & Coach Museum is a museum in Isle of Wight, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 955 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating.

Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places

Collection of buses, coaches, memorabilia and photos celebrating the island's holiday heritage. Summary via Google

## About Isle Of Wight Bus & Coach Museum

The Isle of Wight Bus & Coach Museum holds a collection of historic buses and coaches alongside memorabilia and photographs documenting the island's holiday heritage. Entry is free, with donations welcomed.

A cafe operates within a converted bus, offering seating and refreshments at good value. The museum received a five-star food hygiene rating.

## Menu & facilities

For the current menu and prices, see [Isle Of Wight Bus & Coach Museum's own website](https://www.iwbusmuseum.org.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu).

## Opening hours

**Monday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

**Tuesday** Closed

**Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

**Thursday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

**Friday** Closed

**Saturday** Closed

**Sunday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

## What's nearby

- Advanced Automotive next door
- Tower House Surgery 150m away
- Simeon Street Recreation Ground Play Area 200m away
- Dover Park Primary School 300m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

Visitors say this museum features a superb collection of historic buses and coaches, with many exhibits to explore and some buses available to board. They also highlight the free entry, with donations welcomed, and the friendly, knowledgeable staff. Others mention the nice cafe, which offers good value and seating inside a converted bus.

Summary via Google

## At a glance

**Guest rating** 4.7 / 5 (955 reviews)

**Good for children** Yes

**Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good

**Destination** Isle of Wight

Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/765826).

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★ 4.7 (955 reviews)

[Visit official website](https://www.iwbusmuseum.org.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant)

[01983 567796](tel:01983567796)

(please mention staycation.co.uk when calling)

### Quick Facts

**Destination** Isle of Wight

**Plus Code** 9C2WPRGW+8C

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## Quick answers

### What are the opening hours of Isle Of Wight Bus & Coach Museum?

Isle Of Wight Bus & Coach Museum is open Mon 10am–4pm; Tue closed; Wed–Thu 10am–4pm; Fri–Sat closed; Sun 10am–4pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).

### Is Isle Of Wight Bus & Coach Museum any good?

Isle Of Wight Bus & Coach Museum is rated 4.7 out of 5 from 955 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5.

### Is Isle Of Wight Bus & Coach Museum good for children?

Yes, Isle Of Wight Bus & Coach Museum is listed as good for children.

### How do I contact Isle Of Wight Bus & Coach Museum?

Call Isle Of Wight Bus & Coach Museum on +44 1983 567796.

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