Welcome to the Watauga County Schools Transportation page. Watauga County School Bus Transportation operates 36 buses, traveling 2192 miles per day, to safely transport approximately 1307 students to and from school each day. Our bus drivers and transportation personnel are committed to providing safe, efficient, and orderly transportation service for all eligible students in Watauga County. If you have any questions or concerns regarding school bus transportation, please speak with your school principal or contact Jeff Lyons, Transportation Director, at 828-264-6391.