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Looking for a cost-effective and fuel-efficient charter bus rental? Bus.com offers safe and affordable mini coach bus rentals for all your shorter trips. Book your mini coach bus rental online or call us at (855) 428-7266 if you need assistance with your booking.

Mini coach bus rentals

Enjoy many of the same luxuries of a full-sized coach bus, albeit in a more compact package. Mini coach bus rentals are purpose-built for comfort and are versatile enough to be used for both shorter hops and longer distance trips, accommodating up to 31 passengers at a time. 

 

Whether you’re looking to secure transportation for a corporate conference, a student ski trip, or for your wedding, mini coach bus rentals offer a cost-effective alternative to sprinter van rentals and full-sized coach buses.

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In order to better protect our customers and our bus partners, our bus partners have implemented new COVID19 safety measures such as disinfecting of buses between trips.

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Bus.com customers benefit from a flexible change and cancellation policy, including no-fee changes and cancellations for most trips.

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Our award-winning team of bus experts can offer custom solutions for you and your team — and our support team can be reached 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Why rent a mini coach bus?

Safe and affordable ride

Every mini coach bus rental comes with a fully-vetted and experienced driver ready to get you to your destination safely and efficiently.

Fully-vetted service

Purpose-built for comfort

Mini coach bus rentals come equipped with a number of modern luxuries, ensuring both your productivity and comfort on the road.

Book Now, Pay Later

Our book now, pay later policy allows you to defer the payment of your coach bus rental up until 21 days before departure date.

Mini coach bus uses

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Weddings

Mini coach bus rentals offer wedding planners the perfect in-between a minibus and a full-sized coach bus, providing a variety of modern luxuries. Comfortable accommodating between 28 and 21 passengers, mini coach charters work perfectly as wedding shuttle services, reliably transporting guests to and from the reception and ceremony and anywhere in between.

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Businesses

Mini coach bus rentals are excellent fits for corporate travel, equally excelling as shuttle services for nearby hops or to transport guests over longer distances, including out-of-town corporate retreats. Mini coach charters can be equipped with a range of amenities, including AC, onboard WIFI, and power outlets, ensuring your team remains productive while on the road.

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Tour groups

Tour organizers regularly turn to mini coach bus rentals for all their transportation needs, guaranteeing trip-goers reach their destination safely and in luxury. Mini coach charters are a popular choice for tour groups, providing generous undercarriage storage, reclining seats, as well as optional amenities such as an onboard restroom, hi-speed WIFI, and power outlets. 

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Shuttle services

Mini coach bus rentals make for great shuttle services, conveniently transporting up to 31 passengers at a time in complete comfort. Whether it is for businesses, government personnel, vaccination shuttle services, or other groups, mini coach charters can easily be adapted for all your transportation needs. 

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K-12 Field Trips

Mini coach bus rentals are great for K-12 field trips and are versatile enough to be used as reliable transportation for both nearby and long-distance learning experiences. Mini coach charters provide teachers and chaperones with the unique ability to consolidate their entire classroom in one charter bus rental, which is especially important when transporting minors.

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Student groups

Mini coach bus rentals provide student groups the flexibility and affordability they need on the road. From campus tours, to case competitions, and hackathons, mini coach charters represent a cost-effective and sustainable charter bus rental option for student events, both on and off-campus.

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Sports teams

Mini coach bus rentals offer sports teams high-end comfort in a compact package, ensuring their athletes are well-rested before the big game. Mini coach charters come equipped with generous undercarriage storage for team equipment, and can be customized with a number of additional modern luxuries, including air conditioning, hi-speed WIFI, and reclining seats.

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Conferences

Mini coach bus rentals represent a cost-effective and reliable charter bus rental option for conference organizers, safely accommodating up to 31 passengers. Mini coach bus rentals are purpose-built for comfort, featuring a variety of professional stylings and can comfortably be used for both smaller and longer-distance trips, including shuttle services for conferences.

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Construction

Mini coach bus rentals have often been used as shuttle services to transport engineers, inspectors, and guests to construction projects in complete comfort. Mini coach bus rentals come equipped with dedicated undercarriage storage for all passengers’ tools and personal belongings, ensuring they make it to the construction site on time and ready to work.

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Event planners

Event planners rely on affordable and versatile mini coach bus rentals for all their transportation needs. Whether for a company retreat, a charity gala, or a multi-destination tour around the city, mini coach bus rentals offer many of the same luxuries of a full-sized coach bus rental all-while keeping costs streamlined.

Book your mini coach bus rental today!

Hitting the road soon? A mini coach bus rental offers travellers affordable and reliable transportation to their next destination, comfortably accommodating up to 31 passengers. Rent a mini coach charter online or call us at (855) 428-7266.

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Military

Mini coach bus rentals offer all branches of the military comfortable, versatile, and affordable transportation for its personnel. Mini coach charters can be equipped with a slew of modern luxuries, including power outlets, reclining seats, and vehicle-wide air conditioning, making them excellent choices for longer distance relocations.

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Non-profits

Mini coach bus rentals seamlessly blend affordability and comfort into one compact charter bus rental option, making them perfectly suited for non-profit organizations. Seating up to 31 passengers, mini coach bus rentals are ideal for small to medium-sized non-profit organizations, transporting them safely and in complete comfort.

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Government groups

Federal, state, and municipal government groups rent mini coach bus rentals for their transportation needs, taking full advantage of many of the same amenities of a coach bus, albeit in a more compact package. Mini coach bus rentals can be used for shorter hops and longer-distance trips, providing flexibility and comfort on the road.

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Festivals

Mini coach bus rentals are a great fit for festival transportation, safely and reliably shuttling up to 31 festival-goers at a time to and from venues. Every mini coach bus rental comes with a fully-vetted and experienced driver, ensuring your group makes it to its destination with the minimum of fuss.

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Spiritual/church groups

Mini coach bus rentals offer church groups a cost-efficient and comfortable method of transportation, albeit in a compact package. Accommodating up to 31 passengers, mini coach bus rentals feature generous legroom, an abundance of interior space, and wider aisles that facilitate easier boarding and disembarking for passengers with reduced mobility.

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Touring musicians

Mini coach bus rentals can easily be adapted to the transportation needs of touring musicians, be it for small hops or longer-distance trips. Mini coach bus rentals come equipped with a dedicated undercarriage storage for instruments and personal belongings as well as other optional amenities, including WIFI and air conditioning, making them an ideal fit for musicians.

Available mini coach bus rentals

Bus.com offers two types of mini coach bus rentals, the TEMSA TS35 and the Freightliner 33. Contact a booking specialist or call us at (855) 428-7266 with all your mini coach bus rental questions! Here’s everything you need to know about the two mini coach bus options.

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Other available bus types

Every trip is different, but the need for reliable and cost-effective transportation remains the same. Enjoy many of the same luxuries of a full-sized coach bus with the mini coach bus, albeit in a more compact package . Ultimately, mini coach bus rentals keep costs streamlined, avoid unnecessary amenities and ensure your group stays within its budget.

Frequently Asked Questions about Mini Coach Bus Bookings

What is a mini coach?

The mini coach is simply a smaller version of our full-sized coach bus. It also shares the same optional amenities making it our most comfortable and versatile option for smaller groups.

How many people fit on a mini coach charter rental?

Mini coach buses come in a variety of configurations and can accommodate up to 31 passengers. Also, storage space above the seats and in the vehicle undercarriage ensures you won’t have to repurpose any seating space to accommodate your passengers’ baggage.

Who usually rents a mini coach?

A mini coach bus is a good match for any groups in need of the comfort and amenities of a full-sized coach bus, but on a smaller scale. Traveling moderate distances by mini coach bus is more comfortable than car or plane travel, and the many amenities available onboard a mini coach bus can enhance both your group’s comfort and productivity while on the road.

What kind of trips are a mini coach for?

Mini coach buses are one of our most versatile bus types and can accommodate a wide range of groups. 

Mini coach buses are a great choice for weddings. They are a cost-effective mode of transportation that won’t clash in chic surroundings.

For student ski trips, sports teams, or anyone else who requires substantial storage space, the mini coach bus has overhead and undercarriage storage bays with tons of room to spare.

A mini coach bus comes standard with generous legroom and comfortable seating. For corporate clients. tour groups, church groups, or any group with a high standard for comfort, the mini coach bus handily beats out travel by air or car.

For the high-tech crowd, a mini coach bus can be fitted with hi-speed Wi-Fi. Including this amenity could prove crucial for participants of a hackathon, or any other event that places a high value on staying connected while transiting between venues.

What are the benefits of renting a mini coach?

A mini coach bus is a comfortable, professional means of transportation that excels in a variety of roles. Optional amenities can heighten your group’s comfort and productivity while traveling, and the vehicle’s size makes it particularly maneuverable when parking or navigating busy downtown centers. Additionally, as is always the case, all drivers are carefully vetted, and our customer service is ready 24/7 to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have.

Can I buy an intercity or a single mini coach ticket?

We don’t currently offer individual bus tickets or scheduled transfers between cities at this time. However, we do offer shuttle tickets to some of the most popular music festivals in North America.

When does the mini coach rental make pit-stops?

That’s your choice! You can make as many pit stops as you want, but we recommend at least one stop for every four hours of driving time

Can I rent a mini coach for myself and my family?

Certainly! A mini coach bus is a perfect choice for keeping your family as comfortable as possible in transit and seats up to 32 people. If you’re planning an extended family gathering or have a larger family and need more seating than that, a coach bus can seat up to 55. Or, for smaller family groups, a minibus has room for up to 21, and Sprinter vans can accommodate up to 15.

Can I rent more than one mini coach?

You can rent as many mini coach buses as you need for your trips. No trip is too complicated, and no group is too large for our expert booking specialists. If you’d like to rent multiple buses, check out our enterprise page.

Can Bus.com help me organize a shuttle service with one or more mini coach?

Of course! For the quickest start, take a look at our dedicated shuttle services page for more detailed information, or email us at [email protected].

Can I organize a mini coach shuttle service instead of having 2 mini coach buses doing 1 transfer each?

We certainly can! Shuttle services are great ways to affordably move groups across short distances but bear in mind that a portion of your group will have to wait for the bus to complete a round trip, which may not be ideal for time-sensitive events.

When do I learn which company will be servicing my mini coach trip?

All information about which of our bus partners will be providing vehicles for your booking is available 24 hours before your departure.

Are mini coach rentals a sustainable mode of transportation?

Yes! In fact, traveling by coach bus is one of the most environmentally sustainable ways for your group to travel. In a joint study, the Union of Concerned Scientists and the American Bus Association Foundation found that when comparing passenger count, fuel intake, and CO2 emissions, bus and motor coach travel was the most sustainable form of transportation in the United States. If you’re interested in learning more, check out our blog post on the sustainability of charter buses.

Are mini coach rentals a safe mode of transportation?

Mini coach rentals and charter bus rentals, generally, are one of the safest ways for groups to travel. Motor coach travel is actually ranked as the second safest mode of transportation in the world. It’s also four times safer than train travel and an astonishing 50 times safer than car travel. If you’d like to read more about the safety of our charter buses, check out our article on the safest ways to travel.

Mini Coach Specifications, Amenities, and Accessibility

What amenities are available on a mini coach?

Mini coach buses come standard with comfortable seating, overhead and undercarriage storage compartments, and the same heavy-duty suspension of a full-sized coach bus. Additionally, mini coach buses can be outfitted with AC, DVD/TVs, power outlets, and Wi-Fi. Unfortunately, mini coach buses are not equipped with onboard restrooms. So if your group requires a restroom, you might want to consider a full-sized coach bus.

Are mini coach rentals wheelchair accessible?

Although not a standard feature, we do offer mini coach buses with wheelchair accessibility. If your group needs a wheelchair-accessible mini coach bus, contact one of our award-winning booking agents two to three months before your intended rental period. Our agents will call on our network of over 3,300 coach bus operators to connect you with a bus that meets your needs.

Are mini coach rentals comfortable?

Our mini coach buses are very comfortable and come standard with roomy seats, a robust suspension system, and more legroom than commercial airliners. Our mini coach buses can also be equipped with a range of amenities to cater to your group’s comfort, including A/C, DVD/TV entertainment, power outlets, and even Wi-Fi capability.

How much storage space does a mini coach have?

The storage space of a mini coach bus is one of its strong suits. With large overhead and undercarriage compartments, even sports teams will have plenty of room onboard for their equipment.

Does my mini coach rental come with a driver?

All of our mini coach bus rentals include a professional driver. If you’re interested in all the details about how their time on the road affects the mini coach bus rental price, be sure to check out our blog post.

Is it possible to rent a mini coach without a driver?

Unfortunately, no. As a special driver’s license is required to drive a mini coach bus, we only offer chauffeured mini coach rentals. 

Can I take a mini coach for a driving test?

Unfortunately, we don’t offer mini coach charter rentals for driving tests at this point. 

Where can I see pictures of a mini coach?

The moment our procurement team confirms your booking with our bus partners, we’ll be able to provide you with accurate photos of your vehicle. Please note that the interior and exterior appearances of buses may differ somewhat between partners and locations.

Mini Coach Pricing

How much does a mini coach rental generally cost?

Renting a mini coach bus typically carries a cost of between $550 and $1000 per day. Please note that the mini coach bus rental price is subject to vary based on many factors such as your trip date, length, and location. Visit our online booking tool to receive an instant accurate pricing overview for your particular trip.

What factors impact mini coach rental prices?

The mini coach bus rental price will vary based on local availability, gas prices, the time of year, the distance you will be traveling, and the duration of your trip. To learn more about how the amount of time you spend on the road affects the final price of your mini coach bus rental, check out our in-depth explanation.

If you’ve located a quote at a more competitive mini coach bus rental price, be sure to let us know and we’ll see if we can match it to get the best possible mini coach bus rental price for your journey.

What is the service fee on my mini coach quote?

Our service free represents what we charge for arranging your booking, and much of it goes towards maintaining our website.

What is the driver's hotel fee for in my mini coach quote?

Your driver’s hotel fee is automatically calculated when a driver’s total number of driving hours exceeds the daily limits set by the Department of Transportation in the United States and Canada. In the United States, a driver can legally drive for upwards of ten hours and be on duty for 12, at which point they need to take an eight-hour break. In Canada, drivers can legally drive for 12 hours and be on duty for 14 hours, at which point they have to take an eight-hour break.

 

The hotel bookings for our drivers are usually made by our procurement team and are typically around $150 per night, though this may vary depending on location and seasonality.

How do your insurance plans work for a mini coach booking?

The majority of our bus partners operate with a $5 million coverage for automobile liability and a $5 million for general liability.

What is your mini coach rental cancellation policy?

On cancellations made 21 days or more before your booking, we offer 100% money back. For cancellations made between 20 and 14 days before the date of your trip, we offer 50% money back. Unfortunately, we can’t issue any refunds for cancellations made 13 days or less before a trip.

 

For school bus charter rentals, our policy is slightly different.  We offer 100% money back on cancellations made seven or more days before the trip and 50% money back on any cancellations made between six and three days before the trip.

How do payments work for mini coach rentals? Do you have any payment plans?

We have a “book now, pay later” option for all of our charter bus rentals. This option lets you register your credit card for your booking, and we’ll only charge your card 21 days before your trip. This option also works to confirm your booking, so our team can secure your bus in advance. We also offer custom payment plans for certain trips. For more information, contact our expert customer service team at  [email protected].

Can I get an estimate for a mini coach rental booking without providing my email?

To provide you with a quote, we need to create an account with your email address. If you’re worried about receiving messages from us at a later date, you’re free to unsubscribe from all email correspondence after you’ve set up your account and received your quote.

Can Bus.com do a mini coach booking at my budget?

Contact us directly to inform us of your budget, and we’ll do all we can with our bus partners to accommodate your needs to get you the lowest price possible for your booking.

Does Bus.com offer discounts for multiple mini coach rentals or for mini coach rentals spanning multiple days?

We offer premium rates for contracts that span several months, for trips that span multiple days, or for numerous recurring trips in a year. To see if you may qualify for our premium rates, reach out to us directly at  [email protected].

Does Bus.com offer mini coach rental discounts for nonprofit organizations?

We don’t currently offer rental discounts for specific nonprofit organizations, but we do have premium rates under certain conditions.

Does Bus.com offer mini coach rental discounts for veterans?

We don’t offer discounted rates for veterans at this moment, but we have special rate pricing for particular long-term or recurring rentals. To see if you may qualify, reach out to one of our expert booking agents at [email protected].

How to Rent a Mini Coach

How do I book a mini coach rental?

If you’ve decided on the details of your trip, renting a mini coach bus is quick and easy with our instant booking tool. Input all the parameters of your trip, and our tool will quickly search our network of over 3,300 bus partners to find you the best possible price. Once you’ve accepted a price option, one of our award-winning booking specialists will contact you to finalize your booking. Also, if at this stage you’re still confirming your final guest-list, you can take advantage of our book now, pay later option. Choosing this option will allow you to secure your quote and defer payment up to 21 days before your trip.

Which details do I need to know before booking a mini coach?

To begin, determine the number of people that will be in your group, your intended departure date, your itinerary, and your route. With this information in hand, use our charter bus quote tool to create a custom quote. This tool is designed to help you easily explore your options but won’t lock you into your quote at any point. Feel free to experiment by adjusting the variables to find the quote that best suits your group.

How do I find a mini coach rental near me?

Our instant booking tool not only provides you with a list of the best price options for mini coach bus rentals but the best price options for mini coach bus rentals available within your region. If you discover there aren’t any mini coach buses available locally for your intended trip dates, reach out to our customer care team, on hand 24/7 at [email protected] to help make your plans a reality.

When should I book my mini coach?

Generally speaking, the earlier you book, the better. Book your trip at least six months in advance and nine months if you’re planning a trip during your area’s peak season. Of course, our 24/7 customer care team will always be able to help you if you need to book a last-minute trip.

Just bear in mind, as your departure date approaches, your bus may become more difficult to source. Book early to avoid the possibility of having to pay surge pricing whenever possible. If your organization isn’t ready to pay at the time of your early booking, consider using our book now, pay later option. This option allows you to secure your quote and gives you the flexibility of deferring payment until up to 21 days before your trip.

I have a question that has not been answered here. Is there somebody I can speak to?

Bus.com’s support team is there for you 24/7. Please reach out by emailing us at [email protected].