The phrase "drave the bus" can be replaced with several synonyms. One of them is "drove the bus," which means to operate a bus by controlling its steering wheel, brakes, pedals, and other controls. Another synonym is "piloted the bus," which implies that the driver is in charge of steering and navigational decisions, similar to a pilot on a plane. "Navigated the bus" can also be used to indicate driving maneuvers and courses taken by a bus driver. Lastly, "operated the bus" can be utilized to refer to all of the activities involved in driving a bus, including starting and stopping the vehicle, collecting fares, and ensuring passenger safety.