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Charleston Charter Bus Prices
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Charleston Charter Bus Rental Pricing
| Type of Vehicle | Cost Per Hour (Weekdays)* | Cost Per Hour (Weekends)* | Cost Per Day* | Cost Per Mile* |
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| 56 Passenger Charter Bus | $205–$385+ | $225–$410+ | $1,650–$2,950+ | $6.20–$8.95+ |
| 35 Passenger Minibus | $225–$370+ | $255–$385+ | $1,815–$2,415+ | $6.20–$8.95+ |
| 30 Passenger Minibus | $205–$365+ | $240–$380+ | $1,670–$2,335+ | $5.90–$8.60+ |
| 28 Passenger Minibus | $190–$355+ | $220–$370+ | $1,540–$2,255+ | $5.65–$8.25+ |
| 25 Passenger Minibus | $190–$350+ | $195–$365+ | $1,420–$2,180+ | $5.40–$7.90+ |
| 20 Passenger Minibus | $190–$340+ | $190–$355+ | $1,300–$2,080+ | $5.15–$7.50+ |
| 18 Passenger Minibus | $190–$330+ | $190–$350+ | $1,210–$1,990+ | $5.00–$7.25+ |
| 15 Passenger Minibus | $180–$310+ | $180–$330+ | $1,150–$1,880+ | $4.75–$6.95+ |
| 15-50 Passenger Party Bus | $248–$426+ | $265–$460+ | $1,827–$2,954+ | $6.75–$9.95+ |
| Sprinter Van with Driver | $190–$373+ | $218–$466+ | $1,395–$2,848+ | $5.00–$6.95+ |
*Rates shown are general estimates from one of the largest networks of independent bus companies serving Charleston. Your exact price depends on your travel date, trip length, and the bus you pick—and you can see it in under 30 seconds on your online quote, with no account needed! Standard hourly minimums are typically 2 hours Monday through Wednesday (or earlier in the day), 3+ hours after 5 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, and up to 5 hours on peak dates.
Book Ahead
Peak Charleston Dates: When Prices and Minimums Go Up
Ready to travel during Spoleto Festival USA, the Cooper River Bridge Run, spring Charleston wedding shuttles, or prom weekends? Lock in your date early so multiple operators in our network compete for your business!
| Peak Date | Date or Season |
|---|---|
| The Citadel Bulldogs Men's Basketball Home Games | November 6, 2026 – February 27, 2027 |
| South Carolina State Bulldogs Football Home Games | Nov 14 & Nov 21, 2026 |
| South Carolina Gamecocks Football Home Games | Nov 7 & Nov 21, 2026 |
| South Carolina State Bulldogs Men's Basketball Home Games | November 2, 2026 – March 4, 2027 |
| South Carolina State Lady Bulldogs Women's Basketball Home Games | November 2, 2026 – March 4, 2027 |
| South Carolina Gamecocks Men's Basketball Home Games | November 3, 2026 – March 2, 2027 |
| Southeastern Wildlife Exposition | February 12–14, 2027 (Friday–Sunday) |
| Spoleto Festival USA | May–June 2027 |
| Prom season | April–May 2027 |
| Homecoming season | September–October 2026 |
Event dates can change, so check yours before you book.
Before You Book
What's Included in Charleston Charter Bus Prices?
Hit the road knowing your upfront quote covers your private vehicle, a driver, and full group transportation services! Outside expenses like bridge tolls and venue parking permits at the Historic District are paid separately, so there are never any hidden fees.
What's Included in Your Price
- Your bus and its driver
- Your driver's gratuity
- Use of the bus for the hours or miles you book
- Unlimited stops during your booked time
- An instant booking confirmation, then a call from the confirmation team to verify your itinerary
- Your driver's contact information before your trip date
Extra Costs: Tolls, Parking, Tax & Driver Hotel
- Tolls and parking
- The driver's hotel room each night of an overnight trip, which you book
- A second driver, when your itinerary needs one
- Overtime past your booked hours, billed by the hour
- Extra charges if your final drop-off isn't near your pickup
- Changes to your date, time or route, which may cost more
Charter Bus Fees to Avoid
- No smoking: violations bring a fine.
- A surcharge applies for vomit incidents.
- Your group pays for any damage it causes.
Know Before You Pay
A Note on Payment Terms for Charleston Bus Rentals
Keep in mind that once you choose the bus you love, you'll put down a deposit online through the national booking platform to lock in your reservation, with the remaining balance due before your trip date. Afterward, our confirmation department will call you directly to verify every pickup, drop-off, and stop on your itinerary!
How Can I Pay?
- All major credit cards are accepted, including Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover.
- Corporate or custom billing is set up by phone with the booking company.
Can I Cancel and Get a Refund?
- Cancellations and refunds follow the national booking company's terms, which you'll see before you book.
- Read them before you pay.
What If My Plans Change or Run Over?
- Your booked hours are the minimum you pay, so book enough time for your event.
- Overtime is billed by the hour, and only if the bus is free to stay.
- Date, time and route changes aren't guaranteed. You can upgrade to a bigger bus if one is available, but downgrades aren't allowed.
What Affects Your Price
6 Factors That Affect Charleston Charter Bus Prices
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Factor 1: Which Bus You Choose
Wherever your plans take you around the Lowcountry, the vehicle you select plays the biggest role in your rate! A compact 15-passenger minibus or a sprinter van with a driver for quick King Street transfers costs less than a 56-passenger charter bus equipped with an onboard restroom and undercarriage luggage bays. Celebrating a bachelorette night? You can also compare 15- to 50-passenger party bus rentals with wraparound leather seating, LED lighting, and Bluetooth sound systems!
Factor 2: How Far and How Long You Travel
Your total trip duration and mileage along I-26 or US-17 will shape how your package is priced. Local outings—like corporate event shuttles to the Charleston Area Convention Center in North Charleston or school field trips to Patriots Point—are typically billed by the hour with a standard hourly minimum. Planning an out-of-town excursion? A long-distance charter bus to Columbia, Myrtle Beach, or Savannah is usually priced by the day or total mileage.
Factor 3: Peak Season and Holiday Demand
For the best rates in Charleston, timing is everything! Demand skyrockets from March through June and again in October for peak wedding season, College of Charleston graduations, the Southeastern Wildlife Expo, and beach trips out to Folly Beach or Isle of Palms. During these busy weekends, hourly minimums and rates rise across the city. Filling out our quick online form a few months ahead lets you compare network rates early and secure the best deal!
Factor 4: Your Starting City
Don't worry if your group is getting picked up outside the downtown peninsula! Because Bus
Factor 5: Long Days and Your Driver's Hotel
Factor 6: The Day of the Week
It's easier than ever to save money if your schedule has a little wiggle room! Friday and Saturday nights see the highest demand for weddings, concerts, and nightlife, which means higher rates and strict hourly minimums. Booking your trip on a Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday often unlocks lower hourly rates!
Ways to Save
Top 4 Ways to Save on Your Charleston Charter Bus Rental
Ride on a weekday. Weekday hourly rates in the table start below weekend rates for most buses, and Sunday through Thursday typically run the lowest rates.
Fill the seats you pay for. A bigger bus costs more per hour but less per person: a full 56-passenger charter bus starts under $4 per person, per hour.
Book early. Booking early gives you the widest choice of buses for your date.
Keep your pickups together. Every extra pickup adds time on the clock, so one meeting spot keeps the hours, and the price, down.
Sample Trips
Examples of Charleston Charter Bus Quotes
Below are sample quotes to help you plan your trip.
Example #1: Executive Team to CHS
A Charleston-based financial services firm is sending its 12-person executive team to Charleston International Airport (CHS) for an 8:00 AM Monday departure to a conference. The team is scattered across Mount Pleasant and North Charleston, and juggling rideshares for a dozen people with luggage in construction traffic is not a realistic plan. The company decided to find and book a Charleston airport transportation shuttle bus through Bus
- Itinerary
- 5:30 AM pickup in Mount Pleasant, 6:00 AM second stop in North Charleston, 7:00 AM drop-off at CHS
- Vehicle
- Sprinter van with driver
- Booked time
- 2 hours (the weekday minimum)
- Rate
- $190–$373 an hour (weekday) × 2 hours
- Paid separately
- Tolls and parking
$380–$746about $32–$62 per person
Example #2: North Charleston Coliseum Concert Night
A group of 35 friends from Mount Pleasant is heading to a sold-out show at North Charleston Coliseum. The roads back into Charleston after a late concert are not something anyone wants to navigate. The group decided to find and book a Charleston concert charter bus rental through Bus
- Itinerary
- 5:30 PM pickup in Mount Pleasant, 6:30 PM arrival at North Charleston Coliseum, 11:30 PM post-show return to Mount Pleasant
- Vehicle
- 35-passenger minibus
- Booked time
- 6 hours on a Saturday evening
- Rate
- $255–$385 an hour (weekend) × 6 hours
- Paid separately
- Tolls and parking
$1,530–$2,310about $44–$66 per person
Example #3: Congaree National Park Day Trip
A Charleston tech company is rewarding its 40-person sales team with a day trip to Congaree National Park. Rather than splitting into a caravan of rental cars for a Friday day trip, the company decided to find and book a Charleston corporate charter bus rental through Bus
- Itinerary
- 6:30 AM pickup at the company's downtown Charleston office, 9:00 AM arrival at Congaree National Park, 4:30 PM departure, 7:00 PM return to Charleston
- Vehicle
- 56-passenger charter bus
- Booked time
- About 12 hours (full day)
- Rate
- Full-day rate, $1,650–$2,950
- Paid separately
- Tolls and parking
$1,650–$2,950about $41–$74 per person
Example #4: South Carolina State University Game Day
A group of 25 South Carolina State University season ticket holders from North Charleston wants to make a home game at Oliver C. Dawson Stadium into a proper tailgate without losing anyone to parking nightmares or a midnight rideshare shortage. They decided to find and book a Charleston sporting event party bus rental through Bus
- Itinerary
- 11:00 AM pickup in North Charleston, 12:30 PM arrival at Oliver C. Dawson Stadium, 5:30 PM post-game pickup and return to North Charleston
- Vehicle
- 25-passenger party bus
- Booked time
- About 6.5 hours on a Sunday
- Rate
- $248–$460 an hour (weekday low to weekend high) × 6.5 hours
- Paid separately
- Tolls and parking
$1,612–$2,990about $64–$120 per person
Frequently Asked Questions About Charleston Charter Bus Prices
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Contact usHow can I get a party bus or charter bus quote in Charleston?
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What packages can I book through Busrentalcompanycharleston.com?
You can book hourly, one-way, round-trip, multi-stop, full-day, and multi-day packages right online! Whether you need a quick Charleston airport transfer at CHS or a recurring employee shuttle, our network has flexible packages built around YOUR schedule.
Do you offer same-day or last-minute bus rentals in Charleston?
Yes! Because you're tapping into a massive network of independent operators across South Carolina rather than a single fleet, you can find and book same-day bus rentals online even when plans come together at the last minute.
How can I keep my Charleston charter bus rental cost as low as possible?
Book early—especially before spring wedding weekends and major Charleston festivals—and finalize your headcount so you don't pay for a 35-passenger minibus when a 20-passenger minibus fits your group! Traveling mid-week instead of Saturday and choosing a pickup spot near major corridors like I-26 also keeps rates down. Most importantly, use our 30-second online quote form to compare multiple Charleston bus companies side by side instead of settling for the first high price you find!
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