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Charter Bus Prices: How Much Does a Rancho Palos Verdes Bus Rental Cost?
Rancho Palos Verdes charter bus rental prices vary by trip, but you can expect to pay between $170 and $500 per hour or $1,800 to $3,800 per day depending on your needs. The best way to get an exact price is to call our team at 424-495-2740 or use the online quote tool on this website—both will get you an instant quote in about 30 seconds! Below, we’ve put together a quick guide with pricing estimates and the main factors that affect what you might pay for your next group trip in Rancho Palos Verdes.
| Vehicle Type | Per Hour* | Per Day* | Per Mile* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 56-Passenger Charter Bus | $197 – $519 | $1,600 – $3,800 | $5.00 – $8.00 |
| 50-Passenger Charter Bus | $190 – $500 | $1,500 – $3,600 | $4.50 – $7.50 |
| 40–45-Passenger Charter Bus | $180 – $480 | $1,500 – $3,500 | $4.50 – $7.50 |
| 35-Passenger Minibus | $180 – $475 | $1,500 – $3,400 | $4.00 – $7.00 |
| 30-Passenger Minibus | $180 – $475 | $1,500 – $3,400 | $4.00 – $7.00 |
| 28-Passenger Minibus | $175 – $450 | $1,500 – $3,300 | $4.00 – $7.00 |
| 25-Passenger Minibus | $165 – $428 | $1,300 – $3,200 | $4.00 – $7.00 |
| 20-Passenger Minibus | $157 – $414 | $1,300 – $3,100 | $4.00 – $7.00 |
| 18-Passenger Minibus | $145 – $404 | $1,300 – $3,000 | $4.00 – $7.00 |
| School Bus (-47 pax) | $155 – $450 | $1,520 – $3,655 | $5.00 – $8.95 |
| Entertainer / Sleeper Coach | N/A | $1,900 – $2,500 | $7.00 – $10.50 |
| Mercedes Sprinter Party Bus (10-14) | $160 – $450 | $1,200 – $2,900 | $3.00 – $6.00 |
| Small Party Bus (10-20) | $180 – $470 | $1,200 – $2,900 | $3.00 – $6.00 |
| Mid-Size Party Bus (20-30) | $200 – $500 | $1,200 – $3,500 | $4.00 – $8.00 |
| Large Party Bus (30-50) | $250 – $520 | $1,500 – $3,900 | $4.00 – $8.00 |
*Prices vary and fluctuate with fuel costs, holidays, and availability. Booking early usually secures the lowest rate. For exact pricing, please call our reservations team.
What Affects the Price of a Charter Bus Rental?
The main factors affecting your Rancho Palos Verdes charter bus rental price are travel dates, distance, the type of bus you rent, and how long you need it. If your group is heading out during peak season (spring and summer), you may see higher rates, especially around graduations or major events in Los Angeles County. Similarly, if your travels fall over a holiday or big event weekend, demand for buses goes up—and so do rates. Booking as far in advance as possible is the best way to lock in the lowest price.
Distance and duration are key factors too. Will you need a quick shuttle from Torrance to Terranea Resort for a wedding? Or is your group planning a multi-day field trip with stops at the Point Vicente Lighthouse and Cabrillo Marine Aquarium? Short local trips under 50 miles may be billed hourly, while longer trips are usually priced by the day or mile.
Your choice of vehicle is another important factor. A full-size 56-passenger charter bus with a restroom and luggage bays will cost more than a 20-passenger minibus built for simple shuttling. Our fleet includes options like sprinter vans, party buses, minibuses, and full-size motorcoaches—each with different amenities and pricing tiers. ADA-accessible vehicles are available at no extra charge (with two weeks’ notice).
Finally, consider additional costs like parking permits at popular sites (for example, $25 per bus at Wayfarers Chapel), tolls if your itinerary takes you across bridges or express lanes, and overnight accommodations for multi-day rentals. These items are not included in the base quote but are easy to budget for with a little planning.
What Is Included In My Quote?
Your quote includes everything needed to secure your transportation: the bus itself, mileage, and fuel. Tolls, parking passes, and hotel rooms for overnight stays are not included. For example, if you’re planning a visit to the Point Vicente Interpretive Center, parking passes can be around $25 for large buses. Overnight trips will require booking a hotel room for the night, which typically ranges from $100 to $200 per night in the Rancho Palos Verdes area. Be sure to account for these extra costs when budgeting for your trip.
Sample Trip Pricing Examples
Below are a few sample pricing examples for common trips in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA and around Los Angeles County. Please note that these are estimates and your actual price may vary based on your specific needs and travel dates.
Field Trip to the Point Vicente Lighthouse
A middle school teacher is organizing a field trip for 45 students and five chaperones to visit the Point Vicente Lighthouse and Interpretive Center. The group plans to leave their school in Rancho Palos Verdes at 9:00 AM, spend the morning touring the lighthouse and learning about local marine life, enjoy a picnic lunch nearby, and return to campus by 2:30 PM. Since the trip is local and only requires a few hours, the teacher receives a quote for $2,000 for a 5-hour rental of a 56-passenger charter bus. This comes out to about $44 per person, making it an affordable and comfortable option for the whole class.
Corporate Retreat Shuttle to Terranea Resort
A company in Long Beach is hosting a two-day corporate retreat at Terranea Resort in Rancho Palos Verdes. To ensure all 30 attendees arrive on time and avoid parking hassles, the event planner books a 35-passenger minibus to shuttle employees from the office to the resort each morning and back each evening. The quote for two days of service is $4,600, including mileage for the 20-mile round-trip commute each day. The planner also budgets an additional $40 per day for parking at the resort. With everything included, the total transportation cost is $4,680, or about $156 per person for seamless travel to and from the retreat.
Wedding Guest Transportation Between Venues
A couple is getting married at Wayfarers Chapel with a reception at a nearby banquet hall in Rolling Hills Estates. To make sure guests don’t have to worry about driving or finding parking, they arrange for a 25-passenger minibus to run continuous shuttles between the ceremony and reception venues for six hours. The quote for the evening is $2,250, plus a $25 parking permit at the chapel. This ensures all guests can celebrate without stress, and the couple can focus on enjoying their special day.
Senior Center Outing to the South Coast Botanic Garden
The activities coordinator at a local senior center is planning a day trip for 18 residents to the South Coast Botanic Garden. Since several participants use wheelchairs, the coordinator requests an ADA-accessible minibus, which is provided at no extra charge. The group will leave the center at 10:00 AM, spend a few hours exploring the gardens, have lunch at the on-site café, and return by 3:00 PM. The total outing takes about five hours, with a quoted rate of $175 per hour, bringing the rental cost to $875. The garden offers free bus parking, so there are no additional fees. This provides a safe, comfortable, and convenient way for seniors to enjoy a day out together.
