CHARTER BUS RENTALS

The M RIDE Difference

When you need to rent a bus, M Ride offers a large fleet of vehicles, excellent customer service and affordable pricing to make sure that you get exactly what you need for your event or special occasion. No matter what you need, our team of experienced transportation specialist will take care of every little detail. We will make the entire booking process, from start to finish, as easy as possible.

The M Ride team has plenty of experience coordinating transportation for large events, conferences, meetings and festivals as well as smaller events like club crawls, winery tours, birthdays, anniversaries and more. Contact us today for a free quote.

What is a Charter Bus?

If you need to rent a bus with a driver for occasions like winery tours, sightseeing tours, club crawls, weddings, corporate events or simply to get from one destination to another, then you are ultimately looking for a charter bus. In general, a charter bus is a vehicle (typically a bus like a motor coach, but could be a party bus, sprinter, specialty vehicle or any other type of passenger vehicle) that is “rented” or “hired” by a person, group or organization in order to transport a group of people to one or more destinations. As opposed to Public Transportation, which is run by a city or state, charter buses are typically owned and rented by private companies.

What are the types of Charter Buses?

Charter buses come in a lot of varieties and sizes from vans and sprinters to coach buses. Common options include a 15 passenger Sprinter, 18 passenger mini bus, 20 passenger party bus, 24 passenger minibus, 35 passenger mini coach buses and 55 passenger coach buses. Aside from the difference in capacity, the different buses available to rent in your area will offer a wide variety of different setups and amenities. When charter companies purchase buses for their fleet, each vehicle typically has a standard set of features including forward-facing passenger seating, a sound system, interior cabin lighting, heating, air conditioning and other basic options. While the direct to market buses are usually setup up perfectly for charter bus rentals, most bus companies make some changes to give their fleet a customized feel or purchase vehicles through companies like Grech Motors. Aftermarket changes include logo branding, wraparound seating, upgraded sound systems, video screens, built-in bars, disco lights and more. Whether you are looking for low-cost, economy transportation or high-end luxury, you will find the perfect vehicle for any job.

Why rent a Charter Bus?

There are many occasions that could benefit from charter bus rentals including weddings, concerts, conferences, company meetings, day trips, sightseeing tours and more.

Cost: Group Transportation is a cost-effective way to transport small or large groups. When compared to driving, taking taxis or using rideshare services, the price per person is often cheaper than other available options.

Comfort: Late model sprinters, minibuses, party buses and coach buses are loaded with amenities and offer comfortable seats and a smooth ride to make sure your trip is a good one.

Flexibility: Transportation for different occasions is not always as simple as a ride from one destination to another. Many larger or more complex events will need buses to arrive and depart at specific times to a variety of destinations. Renting a bus with M Ride will include a responsible and professional driver as well as a concierge that will make sure your transportation runs on schedule.

Traveling as a Group: Whether you are going wine tasting with a group of friends or grabbing the hotel shuttle to a convention, setting up group transportation allows you to spend more time with your friends and colleagues, rather than splitting up is separate Ubers or Taxis.

Accessibility: For people who may have difficulty traveling, such as people with disabilities or seniors, charter buses can provide the perfect solution to get you where you need to go.

Specialty Groups: Transporting sports teams, emergency evacuations, band transportation and other similar group transportation needs can all benefit from the comfort and flexibility of charter bus rentals.

How much does it cost to rent a Charter Bus?

Payments for charters are typically based on a per hour rate or a flat rate, with some extras based on mileage, tolls and special requests. The price includes transportation to specified destinations based on an agreed upon itinerary, a professional driver and any amenities that have been requested. The pricing will depend on the size of the bus, type of bus, included amenities, distance traveled (for long distance charter bus rental) and number of hours, so you can expect pricing to be anywhere from $75 to $300 per hour (plus a tip for the driver). Whether you want to rent a party bus for a day or rent a bus for a week, M Ride can take care of your transportation needs. Check out our pricing page for motor coach rental prices or contact us for more details.

Are Charter Buses safe?

Due to the many safety advances and regulations for the production of buses, traveling by bus is actually one of the safest ways to travel. Statistically, traveling by bus is roughly twice as safe as flying and almost 50 times as safe as traveling by car, so you can feel confident when setting up transportation service for your next event or special occasion. In addition to advanced safety features, the large size and weight of the vehicles combined with the exceptional driving skills of the highly trained drivers adds another layer of protection to make sure your friends, family and colleagues will all arrive safely and on time to all of their destinations. Before choosing a charter bus company, make sure you do your research to make sure that they follow the strictest service regulations and safety guidelines. For more information on what you should know about a bus company before you book, check out the easy checklist on the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration website.