Long Beach Charter Bus Rates

One major factor in your charter bus rental quote is how far and how long you plan to use your bus. Are you shuttling guests 15 minutes from Long Beach City Hall (411 W Ocean Blvd) to a local venue, or will you need a full-service, multi-day event shuttle? Will your group be traveling for an all-day excursion at the Aquarium of the Pacific, or do you need an airport transfer at LGB? Local one-day transfers like school field trips to the Museum of Latin American Art often cost less than long-distance trips, such as full-service mission trips that include multiple days of travel across Southern California.

In general, the longer you need to use your bus, the more it will cost. That means a simple two-hour airport shuttle for a small group will fall on the lower end of the price range, while a multi-day tour covering hundreds of miles will sit on the higher end. This is why we recommend calling our team to get a free quote. You'll get a quote tailored to your exact itinerary, so you can budget for your trip with no hidden fees.

One important factor that will influence the cost of your charter bus rental is when you book and the date of your trip. In general, the busiest season for charter bus rentals in California is from late April through June, which coincides with the end of the school year and a heavy schedule of local school district and private school proms at the Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center, or Hotel Maya, as well as graduation ceremonies at Long Beach City College Veterans Stadium (4400 E Atherton St, Long Beach, CA 90815), Jordan High School, Lakewood High School, Millikan High School, and Wilson High School. If you are trying to coordinate group transportation around the Long Beach Unified School District (LBUSD) or other local schools during this busy season, we recommend you plan ahead and reserve your charter bus early. Not only will this ensure you get the exact vehicle you want, but it will also help you avoid higher rates due to limited availability.

In addition to the traditional "busy season," you should also be aware of major events in the Long Beach area that can impact pricing. For example, the annual Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach draws more than 185,000 people to downtown Long Beach every April. The three-day event completely shuts down major roads like Shoreline Drive, Ocean Boulevard, Seaside Way, and Pine Avenue. Because of the massive surge in demand for group transportation, hotels, and parking, charter bus prices often spike for race weekend. If your group is attending the Grand Prix or has to travel through the city during the event, you should secure your charter bus rental as early as possible to lock in the best rates.

One of the biggest factors that will impact how much you pay for a charter bus in Long Beach is your itinerary. The more stops you make and the longer you need to keep the driver on duty, the higher your cost. For example, if you're planning a simple point-to-point transfer-like getting your high school football team from their campus to Veterans Memorial Stadium (4400 N Lakewood Blvd)-your cost will likely be a flat fee covering that single trip.

But if you need a charter bus for an all-day event where the driver is required to wait onsite and make multiple trips between hotels, restaurants, and the venue, you'll either pay by the hour or have a significantly higher daily rate to cover that extended service. This is common for things like conventions at the Long Beach Convention Center (300 E Ocean Blvd) where attendees need shuttles running between the convention floor and multiple nearby hotels throughout the day.

When you call our team, be ready to share exact pickup and drop-off locations, estimated number of stops, and whether you'll need the driver to stay onsite during your event. This helps us give you the most accurate quote possible so there are no surprises on your final bill.

Since charter buses are in high demand for events like weekend weddings, prom season, and major conventions, you'll often pay more if your event falls on a popular date. For example, the Long Beach Expo can draw 15,000 attendees to the Long Beach Convention Center on Saturday-your group will pay less if you avoid that weekend and book a 30-passenger minibus for Friday instead. Weekends, especially during major events like the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach, see significantly higher demand and pricing. If you have flexibility in your schedule, you can save money by booking your rental on a less popular date.