25–35 passengers
Mini Bus Rental
Mid-size and nimble. Ideal for city streets, hotel loops and groups too big for vans, too small for a coach.
- Capacity
- 25–35 passengers
- Hourly
- $110–$180/hr
- Per day
- $800–$1,400/day
About the mini bus
A mini bus splits the difference between a van and a motorcoach. With 25 to 35 seats on a shorter wheelbase, it manages tight downtown streets, hotel porte-cochères and venue driveways that a 45-foot coach simply cannot enter.
Interiors vary more than any other category. Entry-level mini buses have vinyl bench seating and are priced accordingly; premium versions offer reclining cloth or leather seats, overhead parcel racks and rear luggage space. Ask your operator for photos of the exact vehicle assigned to your trip.
Mini buses are the most common vehicle for continuous shuttle loops, because the lower hourly rate makes a repeating four-hour circuit far more affordable than the same loop on a full coach.
Amenities
- WiFi on request
- Reclining seats
- Rear luggage area
- PA system
- Easy curbside access
- Air conditioning
Interiors vary between operators and model years. Ask for photos of the exact vehicle assigned to your trip before you sign.
Best used for
- Hotel-to-venue wedding shuttle loops
- Airport transfers for 20–30 arriving guests
- Corporate dinners and downtown site visits
- Winery, brewery and casino day trips
- Senior and community center outings
Mini Bus pricing
Typical national ranges. Your quotes reflect live local availability, season and exact itinerary.
| Trip type | Typical range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum booking (4–5 hours) | $550–$850 | Most operators enforce a minimum |
| Half day (up to 5 hours) | $600–$950 | Local radius |
| Full day (up to 10 hours) | $800–$1,400 | Includes wait time |
| Continuous shuttle, per hour | $110–$180 | Cheapest per-loop option |
Ranges are national averages for planning only. Your quotes reflect live local availability.
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Mini Bus questions, answered
Almost never. Mini buses are built for trips under about two hours between stops, so plan a rest break into any longer route.
Usually yes — most mini buses clear 10 to 11 feet. Send your operator the address and they will confirm clearance and turning radius in advance.
For 25 or more people, yes. One mini bus needs one driver; two vans need two, and driver hours are the single largest line item in any charter.
Rear luggage compartments hold roughly 15–25 bags. For a full 30-passenger group each bringing a checked bag, request a coach or add a luggage trailer.
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