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Wheels on the Bus Chords

Traditional Beginner Key of C 3 Chords 2 min read Updated Jul 2026

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Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Capo

None

Chords

C · F · G

Wheels on the Bus Chords – Guitar

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Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-C-E-A

Chords

C · F · G

Wheels on the Bus Chords – Ukulele

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Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Left Hand

Root notes

Chords

C · F · G

Wheels on the Bus Chords – Piano

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Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

gDGBD (Open G)

Chords

C · F · G

Wheels on the Bus Chords – Banjo

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Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Tuning

G-D-A-E

Chords

C · F · G

Wheels on the Bus Chords – Mandolin

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Key

C

Difficulty

Beginner

Harp Key

C Diatonic

Chords

C · F · G

Wheels on the Bus Chords – Harmonica

A classic children’s song with repetitive verses and actions. Beginner difficulty in the key of C.

Chords used: C, F, G · Key: C · Difficulty: Beginner · More 3-chord songs →

Simple Strum (4/4 Time)

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Tip: Keep a steady, bouncy rhythm to mimic the bus’s movement.

Chords & Structure

Full Song

Verse 1

C

G7 – C

C

G7 – C

Chorus

C

G7 – C

C

G7 – C

Verse 2

C

G7 – C

C

G7 – C

Chorus

C

G7 – C

C

G7 – C

Verse 3

C

G7 – C

C

G7 – C

Chorus

C

G7 – C

C

G7 – C

Verse 4

C

G7 – C

C

G7 – C

Chorus

C

G7 – C

C

G7 – C

Verse 5

C

G7 – C

C

G7 – C

Chorus

C

G7 – C

C

G7 – C

Verse 6

C

G7 – C

C

G7 – C

Chorus

C

G7 – C

C

G7 – C

Practice tip: Master the C to G7 transition, as it’s the only chord change in the song. Try singing along to keep your strumming in time.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chords do you need to play "Wheels on the Bus"?

You need 3 beginner-friendly chords: C, F and G.

Is "Wheels on the Bus" easy to play on guitar?

It is rated beginner and uses only 3 chords in the key of C, making it a good choice for players at that level.

What key is "Wheels on the Bus" in?

It is in the key of C.

Who wrote "Wheels on the Bus"?

It was written by Traditional.