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North Charleston Charter Bus Prices
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North 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 North 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 North Charleston Dates: When Prices and Minimums Go Up
Don’t wait until the last minute to lock in your ride for high-demand dates like spring weddings at Riverfront Park, major shows at the North Charleston Coliseum, or graduation weekends! Because multiple independent operators in our network compete for your business, booking early helps you beat higher peak rates and hourly minimums.
| 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 |
| Spoleto Festival USA | May 28–June 13, 2027 (Friday–Sunday) |
| South Carolina State Fair | October 14–24, 2027 (Thursday–Sunday) |
| Charleston Wine + Food Festival | March 3–7, 2027 (Wednesday–Sunday) |
| 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 North Charleston Charter Bus Prices?
Hit the road knowing your group transportation quote covers your private vehicle and a driver with zero hidden fees! Outside costs like oversized parking at the Charleston Area Convention Center, road tolls, and overnight driver hotel rooms are paid separately so there are no surprises.
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 North Charleston Bus Rentals
Fill out one form to see your pricing by text and email, then put down a deposit online through the national booking platform to lock in your reservation! Your remaining trip balance is simply due in full before your North Charleston departure date.
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 North Charleston Charter Bus Prices
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Factor 1: The Type of Bus
In under 30 seconds, you’ll see that a 56-passenger charter bus with an onboard restroom and luggage bays is priced differently than a compact 20-passenger minibus or a party bus with LED lighting and wraparound seating. You choose the exact vehicle and features that fit YOUR budget!
Factor 2: How Far and How Long You Travel
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Factor 3: When in the Year You Travel
Whether you’re planning a spring school field trip to the H.L. Hunley submarine exhibit or a May prom night, traveling during busy seasons affects your rate. Spring and fall are peak travel months across the Lowcountry, when high demand pushes prices up. Winter and mid-summer dates typically offer the lowest rates and easiest availability.
Factor 4: Your Starting City
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Factor 5: The Travel Fees on Your Route
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Factor 6: The Day of the Week
Give your group budget a boost by scheduling your trip on a Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday whenever your plans are flexible! Friday nights, Saturdays, and Sundays are the most popular days for wedding shuttles along the Cooper River and concert trips in the Park Circle area, which means weekend rentals usually carry higher hourly rates and a 3- to 5-hour windows. Weekday trips often have lower minimums and lower rates per hour, making them a great deal for corporate events and campus tours!
Ways to Save
Top 4 Ways to Save on Your North 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 North Charleston Charter Bus Quotes
Below are sample quotes to help you plan your trip.
Example #1: Executive Team to CHS
A North 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 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 North Charleston airport transportation shuttle bus through Bus
- Itinerary
- 5:30 AM pickup in Mount Pleasant, 6:00 AM second stop in 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 North Charleston after a late concert are not something anyone wants to navigate. The group decided to find and book a North 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 North 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 North Charleston corporate charter bus rental through Bus
- Itinerary
- 6:30 AM pickup at the company's downtown North Charleston office, 9:00 AM arrival at Congaree National Park, 4:30 PM departure, 7:00 PM return to North 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 Gamecocks Game Day
A group of 25 South Carolina Gamecocks season ticket holders from Charleston wants to make a home game at Williams-Brice Stadium into a proper tailgate without losing anyone to parking nightmares or a midnight rideshare shortage. They decided to find and book a North Charleston sporting event party bus rental through Bus
- Itinerary
- 11:00 AM pickup in Charleston, 12:30 PM arrival at Williams-Brice Stadium, 5:30 PM post-game pickup and return to 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 North Charleston Charter Bus Prices
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Contact usHow can I get a North Charleston charter bus quote?
Getting your price takes less than 30 seconds! Just enter your travel date, pickup location, destination, and headcount into our quick online quote form to see live buses, interior photos, and pricing with no account needed. You’ll also get a copy of your quotes sent straight to your text and email so it’s easy to share with your group!
Does Busrentalcompanynorthcharleston.com own the buses?
No, and that’s the whole point! Because we are a comparison website and don’t own any vehicles, you’re never stuck paying one single company’s fleet prices, and instead get multiple independent transportation providers across North Charleston competing for your business.
Can I book a same-day or last-minute bus rental in North Charleston?
Yes, last-minute plans are no problem at all! Because our website connects you with one of the largest networks of independent bus companies in North Charleston and South Carolina, you can find and book a 15-passenger minibus, sprinter van, or full-size motorcoach even for the very same day through one of America's largest national booking platforms. Just fill out our 30-second form to see what’s available right now!
Can I get a quote if I don't have my final headcount or exact stops yet?
Yes, absolutely! Enter your best estimate for your passenger count, travel date, and North Charleston pickup area into our 30-second quote tool—no account needed—to start comparing vehicle sizes and prices right away.
What happens after I book my bus online?
Once you find the bus that fits your budget, you confirm availability and complete your reservation right on the national booking platform! After you book, a dedicated confirmation department calls you directly to review your schedule and verify every pickup, drop-off, and stop on your North Charleston itinerary. On the day of your trip, a local independent operator supplies the vehicle and driver. Yes, it really is that easy!
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