Coach Bus Prices: How Much Does a West Palm Beach Coach Bus Rental Cost?

In general, you can expect to pay around $170-300 per hour, $1,800-3,800 per day, or $4,000-10,000+ per week for a standard 56-passenger coach bus rental in West Palm Beach. Mini bus rentals (18-35 passengers) are slightly cheaper, averaging $150-250 per hour or $1,500-3,000 per day. If you’re looking for something smaller, sprinter vans (10-15 passengers) start at $125 per hour or $1,200 per day. These rates include the bus, driver, fuel, insurance, and mileage within your itinerary. Gratuity (10-20% of the total), tolls, parking fees, and driver lodging (for overnight trips) are extra. For the most accurate quote, call us at 728-728-7560 with your trip details.

The biggest factor affecting your bus rental price is the duration of your trip. Are you booking a simple round-trip transfer from Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) to a downtown hotel, or do you need an all-day shuttle running between multiple venues in different cities? Longer trips with more mileage will cost more than short local charters. Most companies charge by the hour for local service (with a 4-5 hour minimum), by the day for out-of-town trips, or by the mile for one-way journeys.

Peak season for charter bus rentals in South Florida runs from October through April, when the weather is mild and tourism is at its highest. This coincides with major events like spring training baseball (the Houston Astros and Washington Nationals play in West Palm Beach), art festivals, and wedding season. Demand drops off in the summer, so you may find better deals if you’re traveling between June and September.

West Palm Beach is a major transportation hub with easy access to I-95, Florida’s Turnpike, and Brightline rail service, so there’s plenty of competition among bus operators. However, prices can vary depending on how far your bus has to travel to reach your pickup point. If you’re starting your trip in a remote area like Belle Glade or Pahokee, you may have to pay extra for “deadhead” mileage (the distance the bus travels empty to and from the depot).

The size and type of bus you choose will also impact your quote. Full-size charter buses (47-56 passengers) are the most expensive option but offer the most amenities, including reclining seats, restrooms, WiFi, power outlets, and luggage bays. Mini buses (20-35 passengers) are more affordable and ideal for smaller groups or short-distance shuttles. Sprinter vans (10-15 passengers) are perfect for airport transfers or private tours. If you require an ADA-accessible vehicle with a wheelchair lift, be sure to request this when booking—there’s usually no extra charge, but availability is limited.

Additional amenities like onboard restrooms, PA systems, TVs/DVD players, WiFi, and power outlets are standard on most late-model coaches. If you have specific requests (such as leather seats, hardwood floors, or custom branding), let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate you. Food and drink are allowed on board, but alcohol policies vary by operator—some allow BYOB, while others prohibit open containers. Smoking is not permitted on any bus.

Finally, don’t forget to budget for gratuity (10-20% is customary), tolls (especially if you’re taking the Turnpike or heading to Miami), parking fees (venues like iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre and Kravis Center may charge for bus parking), and lodging for your driver if your trip requires an overnight stay. Drivers are limited by federal law to 10 hours of driving and 15 hours on duty per day, so plan your itinerary accordingly.