Charter Bus Rentals Santa Maria, California

Charter bus rental prices in Santa Maria typically range from $197–$519 per hour or $1,600–$3,800 per day, depending on vehicle size, trip duration, mileage, and time of year. Minibuses (18–25 passengers) are less expensive than full-size coaches (up to 56 passengers). Call Coach Bus Santa Maria for exact pricing and availability.

Example #1: A technology company in Santa Maria is sending their sales department to a two-day conference in San Francisco for professional development. The company needs a charter bus with at least 55 seats to transport the employees and their luggage to the event. Their driver will also transport them between the hotel and the venue each morning and evening. The technology company received a quote for $4,600 for their two-day charter bus rental, and they plan to tip their driver 15%. Final cost including gratuity: $5,290

Example #2: Last summer, a high school baseball team in Santa Maria requested a charter rental to the playoffs in Los Angeles. With 17 players, four coaches, and an extensive amount of equipment and luggage to bring to the tournament, the team settled on a charter bus rental with a seating capacity of 50. The head coach received a quote for $2,700 and tipped the driver 10% at the end of the trip. Final cost including gratuity: $2,970

Example #3: A local winery booked a 20-passenger minibus for a private tasting tour across Santa Barbara County. The 8-hour package cost $2,200, plus a 10% tip. Final cost: $2,420.

Example #4: A UCSB student group reserved a 25-passenger minibus for a round-trip shuttle to a weekend event in downtown Santa Barbara. The flat rate was $1,950, with no additional fees. Final cost: $1,950.

Several factors influence the cost of renting a charter bus in Santa Maria, including the type and size of vehicle, number of passengers, distance traveled, duration of the trip, and time of year. Local events like the Santa Maria Valley Strawberry Festival, Elks Rodeo Parade, and Allan Hancock College Athletics can also impact pricing due to increased demand.

Coach Bus Santa Maria is the best charter bus company in Santa Maria because we offer modern vehicles, flexible packages, and 24/7 customer support. We’ve helped groups of every size get to weddings, corporate events, school trips, sporting events, and more. When you choose Coach Bus Santa Maria, you’re getting experience, reliability, and a team that cares about your trip.

Coach Bus Santa Maria provides charter bus rentals for school field trips to the Santa Maria Valley Discovery Museum, Allan Hancock College campus shuttles, wedding transportation to local venues like the Radisson Hotel Santa Maria, wine tours through Santa Barbara Wine Country, corporate travel to the Santa Maria Business Development Center, and private events across Santa Barbara County including Lompoc, Guadalupe, and Orcutt.

Coach Bus Santa Maria offers minibuses (18–25 seats) and full-size charter buses (up to 56 seats) from top manufacturers like Van Hool, Prevost, MCI, and Temsa. Our fleet includes the 18-seater Ford E450, 20-seater Grech EG40, 25-seater Grech EG40, and 56-seater MCI J4500—all available with the latest amenities and custom configurations.

Our charter buses feature reclining seats, air conditioning, onboard restrooms, Wi-Fi, power outlets, USB ports, TV monitors with DVD players, PA systems, luggage racks, and underfloor storage. Minibuses offer similar amenities minus the restroom. Upgrade packages include leatherette seats, wood-look flooring, and Bluetooth audio. Perfect for long trips, corporate events, or school transportation.

You should book your charter bus at least 4–6 weeks before your trip—but 2–3 months is better, especially if you’re traveling during peak times like spring wine festivals, summer wedding season, or around major events like the Santa Maria Elks Rodeo. Last-minute availability is limited and prices can increase as vehicles sell out.

Getting a quote for your charter bus rental in Santa Maria is quick and easy. Just call our reservation team anytime at 805-998-3270 with your trip details, including the date of travel, number of passengers, pickup location, and destination. We’ll provide you with an instant quote over the phone and help you find the perfect bus for your group. You can also use our online quote tool to get started—once you see your price, you can book your bus in minutes with a simple deposit.

Your quote includes the base rental fee for the bus and driver, fuel, and mileage. It does not include tolls, driver accommodations (hotel and meals), cleaning fees, or parking passes. For example, parking passes at local stadiums like Allan Hancock College Memorial Stadium may cost extra and are not included in the initial quote.

You can book a bus from Coach Bus Santa Maria by calling our reservations team at 805-998-3270 or using our online quote tool to get an instant price and complete your booking online. Once you receive your quote, you can secure your reservation with a deposit and pay the balance before your trip.

Yes, Coach Bus Santa Maria offers long-distance charter bus rentals to any destination in California and beyond. We regularly provide service to Los Angeles, San Francisco, Sacramento, Fresno, San Diego, Las Vegas, and more. No matter where you need to go, we’ll get you there comfortably and affordably.