Flexible and Reliable Sports Team Shuttle Services

Sports teams of all sizes rely on Bus.com for all their group transportation needs, from tournament travel and practices to team building events and gameday shuttle services. Our technology-enhanced sports team shuttle services streamline group mobility, ensuring coaches, players, and fans reach their destination safely, on time, and reliably.

Our group mobility management experts work with a fully-vetted network of trusted shuttle service providers across North America, providing seamless technology integration and flexible group commuting solutions. Learn how Bus.com can simplify your sports teams’ transportation, improve efficiency, and reduce carbon footprint.

Sports team bus rentals

Coaches rejoice! Finding a charter bus rental for your team just got a whole lot easier. Whether you’re prepping tournament travel, heading to an away game, or tailgating a pro-sports event—use Bus.com to organize the transportation. Our online booking tool lets you browse and accept prices in minutes, and our professional charter bus rental services team will hook you up with an epic charter bus game plan.

Why Choose Bus.com?

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Bus.com partners with the top-rated bus companies across North America to offer the highest availability of vehicles and more competitive pricing.

Flexibility

Our technology expertise and deployment-ready flexible fleet network allow us to offer greater flexibility for routes, number of riders, and frequency of minibus shuttles.

Affordability

Our flexible fleet and technology-enabled adaptive routes offer the best returns in terms of value for each rider for our minibus shuttle services.

Ridership Experience

With 24/7 centralized customer support, customizable amenities, and intuitive technology for rider apps, we offer the best ridership experience for any minibus shuttle service.

Why do sports teams love Bus.com?

Group travel at budget prices

Every sports team has their own budget. We are committed to finding you the best prices for you in your area — event at the last minute

Fully-vetted service

Variety of bus types

Do you need to store a mountain of hockey bags? Do you need room for an entire team’s worth of skis? No matter your needs, we have the perfect bus

We're the big groups expert

Build memories on the road

Everyone who has played sports knows how important it is to bond with your fellow players — a bus allows for more team-building time than separate cars do

Sports team shuttle service frequently asked questions

Organizing safe and reliable sports team shuttle services has never been easier than with Bus.com by your side. From flexible shuttle bus types to 24/7 live support from our group transportation experts, Bus.com is the leader of sports team transportation. Discover how Bus.com’s versatile fleet of technology-enhanced shuttle services can solve your team’s mobility needs.

Is it possible to have a bus rental for a sports team's entire season?

You most definitely can! Because your itinerary will be more complicated than basic point A-to-point B, you’ll need to communicate with your booking specialist. They’ll help you put together a transportation program that covers your entire season. If you’re booking for a major sports event or an away tournament, take advantage of our pro services. You’ll still enjoy all the perks of online booking through Bus.com—24/7 support, coast-to-coast coverage, vetted drivers, etc.—but you’ll also receive more specialized attention. If you need on-site staff, passenger ticketing solutions, day-of monitoring, or other tailored services we’re here to help!

What is a sports team shuttle service?

Put simply, a sports team shuttle service is a group commuting solution designed to move sports teams, coaches, and their equipment to and from games, practices, tournaments, and tailgating events. Our sports team shuttle services reduce the hassle of organizing individual transport, connecting transportation coordinators with a versatile fleet of shuttle buses, including, coach bus shuttles, minibus shuttles, mini coach bus shuttles, and school bus shuttles

 

These shuttle services can be equipped with a range of onboard technology and amenities, including ample storage for gear, comfortable seating, and even hi-speed WiFi. Our sports team shuttle services help athletes and staff focus on their performance and preparation, rather than worrying about logistics and travel arrangements.

What are the benefits of a sports team shuttle service?

There are a number of benefits when securing a flexible and reliable sports team shuttle service with Bus.com. For one, these technology-enhanced shuttle services ensure timely arrivals and departures, minimizing the risk of delays. Additionally, travelling together fosters team bonding and camaraderie, creating a stronger team spirit. 

 

Our sports team shuttle services are equally affordable as they are reliable, reducing the need for individual travel arrangements. Finally, our sports team shuttle services allow athletes and coaches to focus on their preparation and performance.

What are common sports team shuttle service use cases?

Our sports team shuttle services are as versatile as your best player, serving a number of crucial transportation purposes. For one, these shuttle services can be used for gameday transportation for players and coaches, ensuring they arrive at the venue together and on time. Secondly, tournament shuttle services provide reliable and coordinated transport to various venues, helping teams maintain focus and energy. 

 

Shuttle services are also valuable for team building events, facilitating travel to off-site activities that strengthen team cohesion and morale. Finally, regular practices often require consistent transportation, and demand-responsive shuttle services ensure that players and coaches can travel efficiently and safely to training facilities.

Can I book a sports team bus rental for a single game?

But of course! Chartering a bus for a single game is easy with the Bus.com booking tool. Input your departure and arrival points, travel date, and preferred bus, then request a quote. This is a simple booking option that you can do in minutes. Despite its ease, we still recommend booking your bus at least six months in advance. We can accommodate last minute bookings, but you may have to pay more for your ride.

Can I charter a bus for my team from the airport?

Yes! In fact, we highly recommend it. Rather than hire a dozen cabs to transport your team to their hotel, use a charter bus. You’ll save on transportation, keep everyone together, and provide your players with a streamlined travel experience that’s easy to follow. Speak with your booking specialist to organize airport pickup, whether it’s from JFK or LAX. Our team knows all the ins and outs—from choosing loading zones to coordinating with airport staff.

How much will it cost to rent a bus for your team?

That depends on the length of your trip, the bus you choose, the region you’ll travel through, and the time of year. While prices vary, the best way to ensure you get the best bang for your buck is to book early. Get a free quote using our Online Booking Tool, and take advantage of our Book Now, Pay Later policy to secure your bus at an early bird price, then wait to pay until 21 days before departure.

How many people fit on a bus?

The coach bus fits a maximum of 55 passengers, the school bus holds 47, the mini coach bus 32, and the minibus 21. When you calculate the amount of seats you need, don’t forget to include coaches, management, parents, and anyone else traveling with your team. If you have not rented a coach bus and you’re moving lots of equipment, reserve a few seats for luggage. It is illegal to store stuff in the aisles. Which brings us to our next point.

Do buses have enough storage for sports equipment?

Yes! The coach bus has a huge undercarriage that can store everything from basketballs to hockey gear to duffel bags and more. Even if your team isn’t large enough to fill all 55 seats in the coach bus, you’ll want to rent this bus if you’re moving lots of equipment. The undercarriage is also a great place to store tents, lawn chairs, tables, and other tailgating essentials. When you pack, make sure everything is secure and protected so that it arrives at the game safe and sound.

Which amenities are available on these buses?

The coach bus is the top of the line, with wifi, power outlets, air conditioning, on-board restrooms, audio-visual equipment available. But don’t worry if you’ve opted for another bus. You’ll still get something safe and comfortable. Like the coach bus, the mini coach bus can be equipped with wifi and A/C. Get a DVD and TV system on a minibus. And if you’ve got a school bus, you’ll enjoy a little nostalgia and an easy-to-manage price.

In addition to reserving a bus, can I also book hotel rooms?

Yes, you can visit our hotel reservation site to book hotel rooms for your group.

Is it possible to rent a vehicle without a driver?

All of our bus rentals are chauffeured and come equipped with a fully-vetted and experienced driver with a proven track record of no prior incidents.

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Bus.com’s support team is there for you 24/7. Please reach out by calling us 1-855-428-7266 or emailing us at [email protected].

Which vehicle is right for my team?

Just like sneakers, cleats, and skates, charter buses aren’t one-size-fits-all. You need to select the vehicle that fits. Depending on the size of your team and the distance you’ll travel, you’ll want to select either a coach bus or school bus. You may even opt for a mini coach or minibus, if you’re travelling with a small team. One of the biggest factors in bus selection for sports teams is the amount of equipment your players need. If you travel with massive duffel bags, rent a coach bus. The undercarriage is essential for sports that are heavy on equipment, like hockey, and football.

Coach

Coach rental
Comfort and storage
55 seats

Mini coach bus

Mini coach bus rental
Comfort for small groups
32 seats

School bus

School bus rental
An affordable classic
47 seats

Minibus

Minibus rental
Small groups, big moments
21 seats

Sprinter van

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Compact efficiency.
12-15 seats

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Sports Team Shuttle Service Use Cases

At Bus.com, we understand that no two trips are the same, and this couldn’t be more true than for sports teams. Our award-winning group commuter shuttle services can be customized according to your specific transportation needs, providing seamless commuting solutions to sports teams of all sizes.

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Professional Teams

Our extended network allows you to consistently find luxury coach buses for anything from overnight trips to airport pick-ups for visiting teams.

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Athletic Competitions

We’ve organized group transportation for thousands of amateur athletes participating in events like Spartan Race, Mud Girl Run, and Warrior Dash.

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Gameday Shuttle Services

Our flexible shuttle services are perfectly suited for transporting your coaches, athletes, and fans to and from games, ensuring your team arrives to gameday safely and on time, Powered by demand-responsive technology, our sports team shuttle services run at regular intervals before and after games, providing convenient group commuting solutions. 

These shuttle services can be outfitted with a range of onboard technology, from air conditioning, GPS tracking, and WiFi, delivering a seamless experience. From our fully-sized coach bus shuttles to the more compact minibus shuttles, Bus.com organizes sports commuter shuttle services for teams of all sizes.

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Practices

Our sports team shuttle services are particularly ideal for optimizing practice transportation, ensuring your players reach any practice facility on time and ready to play. After all, arriving on time to practice is a prerequisite for success at any level. 

 

Featuring a flexible on-demand transportation model, coaches can easily organize recurring shuttle services to and from key locations, eliminating the hassle of group transportation. With Bus.com’s award-winning team of group mobility management experts by your side, you can easily increase the frequency and number of sports shuttle bus rentals available, streamlining group mobility.  

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Team Building Events

Team building events for your sports team can take many forms. From hikes and outdoor adventures to team workshops, these activities foster camaraderie and collaboration. Of course, securing safe and reliable group transportation is crucial. 

 

Our technology-enhanced shuttle services simplify transportation for team building events of all sizes, giving athletes the ability to connect with their teammates in new ways, all-while strengthening their bond and enhancing on-field performance. Our team of transportation experts works around the clock to ensure seamless group commuting solutions for any event you have planned. 

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Tournament and Competitions

Bus.com has regularly organized sports team shuttle services for seamless tournament travel, ensuring timely and coordinated transport to and from tournament venues, reducing the stress of travel logistics. After all, your coaches and players should be focused on their performance, without worrying about navigation or parking.

 

Our technology-enhanced shuttle services can easily accommodate sports teams of all sizes along with their equipment, allowing teams to arrive together and ready to compete. Our coach bus shuttles, for example, come equipped with a dedicated undercarriage storage, offering the ideal sports team shuttle service for teams with lots of equipment. 

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Pick-Up Leagues

New coaches or peer organizers will find it easy to find information about different types of bus rentals, and organize budget-friendly transportation for their teams with our user-friendly platform.

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Tailgates

Tailgate shuttle services provide convenient and reliable transportation for fans attending pre-game festivities. These shuttle services typically run from key pickup locations, such as hotels or park-and-ride lots, directly to designated tailgating areas near the stadium.

 

Our technology-enhance shuttle services eliminate the need for fans to worry about parking or carry heavy, tailgating supplies. These shuttle services ultimately ensure everyone arrives together, enhancing the communal spirit of tailgating. After the game, our tailgating shuttle services offer a safe and reliable trip home. 

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Types of sports teams

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Soccer

When soccer teams travel together, they play together. Team bus rides have led to some legendary conversations, stories told, and road trip games played — and these are memories players of any age will hold with them for life. As a coach, you can use your travel time wisely. With all your players sitting row by row, the team bus is like a rolling locker room. On the way to the game, you can revise the game plan, announce the starting lineup, or deliver your memorable pregame speech. Since soccer doesn’t require a ton of equipment, you can likely bypass the undercarriage storage option with your bus rental. That means opting for a school bus or a minibus.

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Football

There’s a reason football teams have what seems like a hundred coaches — it’s a complex game that requires attention to detail and preparation like no other sport. As a coach, you can’t afford to take your eye off the ball. Luckily, you can trust the Bus.com team with your transportation plans so that you can keep your focus on the upcoming away game. With a charter bus rental, so many of the details are taken care of for you. Just set a pick-up location where everyone can meet, and your expert driver will make sure you get to your game on time and without hassle. Bonus: when the whole roster travels together, you don’t have to stress about anyone showing up late.

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Hockey

So you’ve got a big away tournament upcoming? What’s a staple of any minor hockey season can also be a major headache to plan. Get ready to cross transportation planning off your long to-do list. Renting a team bus for the duration of the tournament is your most convenient option, giving you a driver that knows their way around a city you’re not used to. If you can swing it, consider chartering a bus with enough room for players, coaches, and parents. Given the amount of equipment hockey teams carry, it’s best to travel with undercarriage storage space. The coach bus provides room for all your gear and your sticks.

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Basketball

Basketball rosters aren’t huge, but its players are known for being on the tall side. That makes carpooling tough, especially considering tall athletes don’t want to cram into a tight backseat prior to a big game. For your next away game or tournament, charter a bus rental so your players can be comfortable on the road and show up with game-ready muscles and joints. Plus, on a team bus, players get to know one another better and have time to bond. For the senior or beer league team where everyone is already friends, then a team bus just makes for plain old good times.

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Rugby

Few sports create a bond between its players quite like rugby. Once you play on a rugby team with someone, sharing a ruck or battling through a scrum with them, you’re unified for life. So for all that’s been said about the chemistry-building element of the team bus, a rugby squad is the perfect fit for charter bus travel. Facing off against your rival school next week? Show up in a team vehicle and you’ll already be one step ahead of the competition.

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Ultimate frisbee

Few sports create a bond between its players quite like rugby. Once you play on a rugby team with someone, sharing a ruck or battling through a scrum with them, you’re unified for life. So for all that’s been said about the chemistry-building element of the team bus, a rugby squad is the perfect fit for charter bus travel. Facing off against your rival school next week? Show up in a team vehicle and you’ll already be one step ahead of the competition.

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