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Philadelphia Charter Bus Prices
It's never been easier to find out your Philadelphia charter bus rental cost—while pricing isn't one-size-fits-all, you can compare online quotes in under 30 seconds or call (267) 479-7355! Below, you'll learn what factors affect rates and how to score the best deals.
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You just share your pickup spot, travel date, and passenger count in one quick online form to compare live photos and prices from our Philadelphia network in under 30 seconds—with no account needed! Once you pick the ride you love, you'll get your quote by text and email and can book right online through the national booking platform.
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Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia. 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. Don't need that much time? Just call us at (267) 479-7355 any day of the year—we can often set up less time, a one-way transfer, a split-time shuttle, or a custom package built around YOUR schedule!
Book Ahead
Peak Philadelphia Dates: When Prices and Minimums Go Up
When Philadelphia hits peak season during spring proms, May graduations, Made in America on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, or Eagles home games at Lincoln Financial Field, high demand pushes rates and hourly minimums up! Locking in your reservation early ensures multiple independent operators compete for your trip before local fleets sell out.
| Peak Date | Date or Season |
|---|---|
| Philadelphia Eagles Home Games | Nov 8, Nov 22, Dec 13, Dec 19 & Dec 24, 2026 |
| Penn Quakers Football Home Game | November 14, 2026 |
| Philadelphia Phillies Home Opener | April 1, 2027 |
| Penn Quakers Men's Basketball Home Games | Nov 9, 2026 – Mar 5, 2027 |
| Villanova Wildcats Men's Basketball Home Games | Nov 6, 2026 – Mar 6, 2027 |
| Big 5 Classic | December 5, 2026 |
| Philadelphia Flyers Home Games | November 1, 2026 – April 10, 2027 |
| PHS Philadelphia Flower Show | March 13–21, 2027 (Saturday–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 Philadelphia Charter Bus Prices?
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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 Philadelphia Bus Rentals
Give a deposit at the time of confirmation to lock in your vehicle on the national booking platform, where all major payment options are accepted! Your remaining trip balance is due in full before your departure date, and a dedicated confirmation department will call you to verify every pickup, drop-off, and stop on your itinerary.
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, and call us with any question first.
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 Philadelphia Charter Bus Prices
Call (267) 479-7355 any day of the year or use our 30-second quote tool to see how these six details shape your rate! Because Charter
Factor 1: The Type of Bus
Compare bus types ranging from 11- to 14-passenger sprinter vans and 15- to 35-passenger minibuses to 15- to 50-passenger party buses and 56-passenger charter buses! Smaller shuttles cost less for quick city hops, while full-size motorcoaches with onboard restrooms, WiFi, and undercarriage bays carry a higher rate.
Factor 2: Your Trip's Length and Mileage
Browse a large selection of hourly, one-way, round-trip, and multi-day packages tailored to your exact route! Local trips around Center City are usually billed by the hour, while long-distance charter bus rentals across Pennsylvania are priced by the day or total mileage.
Factor 3: Peak Season and Holiday Demand
Make your reservation early if you're traveling during busy months like April, May, June, or October! Philadelphia wedding shuttles in Old City, school field trips to Independence National Historical Park, and prom packages drive up demand. Booking ahead lets you lock in lower rates before vehicles book up!
Factor 4: Your Starting City
Your pickup location matters because any "deadhead" mileage—the distance a bus travels from its home lot to your first stop—is factored into your quote. Thankfully, Charter
Factor 5: The Travel Fees on Your Route
It just got easier to plan your budget by accounting for route expenses like bridge tolls over the Delaware River, I-276 Pennsylvania Turnpike fees, and stadium bus parking at Citizens Bank Park Lots M and N! These out-of-pocket costs aren't part of your base quote, so the team will help you know exactly what to expect ahead of time.
Factor 6: Long Days and Your Driver's Hotel
For overnight trips or multi-day tours, you'll also need to provide a private, 3-star or better hotel room so your driver rests up and stays sharp.
Ways to Save
Top 5 Ways to Save on Your Philadelphia 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.
Ask about less time. Standard minimums apply, but call us at (267) 479-7355 and we can often set up less time, a one-way, split time or a custom package.
Sample Trips
Examples of Philadelphia Charter Bus Quotes
Below are sample quotes to help you plan your trip.
Example #1: Executive Team to PHL
A Philadelphia-based financial services firm is sending its 12-person executive team to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) for an 8:00 AM Monday departure to a conference. The team is scattered across Camden, NJ and King of Prussia, PA, 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 Philadelphia airport transportation shuttle bus through Charter
- Itinerary
- 5:30 AM pickup in Camden, NJ, 6:00 AM second stop in King of Prussia, PA, 7:00 AM drop-off at PHL
- 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: The Met Philadelphia Concert Night
A group of 35 friends from Camden, NJ is heading to a sold-out show at The Met Philadelphia. The roads back into Philadelphia after a late concert are not something anyone wants to navigate. The group decided to find and book a Philadelphia concert charter bus rental through Charter
- Itinerary
- 5:30 PM pickup in Camden, NJ, 6:30 PM arrival at The Met Philadelphia, 11:30 PM post-show return to Camden, NJ
- 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: Atlantic City, NJ Day Trip
A Philadelphia tech company is rewarding its 40-person sales team with a day trip to Atlantic City, NJ. Rather than splitting into a caravan of rental cars for a Friday day trip, the company decided to find and book a Philadelphia corporate charter bus rental through Charter
- Itinerary
- 6:30 AM pickup at the company's downtown Philadelphia office, 9:00 AM arrival at Atlantic City, NJ, 4:30 PM departure, 7:00 PM return to Philadelphia
- 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: Philadelphia Eagles Game Day
A group of 25 Philadelphia Eagles season ticket holders from King of Prussia, PA wants to make a home game at Lincoln Financial Field into a proper tailgate without losing anyone to parking nightmares or a midnight rideshare shortage. They decided to find and book a Philadelphia sporting event party bus rental through Charter
- Itinerary
- 11:00 AM pickup in King of Prussia, PA, 12:30 PM arrival at Lincoln Financial Field, 5:30 PM post-game pickup and return to King of Prussia, PA
- 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 Philadelphia Charter Bus Prices
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Contact usHow can I get a party bus or charter bus quote in Philadelphia?
Getting your price takes less than 30 seconds! Just enter your travel date, pickup location, destination, and headcount into our quick online form to compare live vehicle photos, group transportation services, and rates—with no account needed and a copy sent straight to your text and email. Prefer to talk with a person? Call (267) 479-7355 any day of the year!
Does Charterbusphiladelphia.com own the buses?
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How can I keep my Philadelphia charter bus rental cost as low as possible?
The easiest ways to save are booking at least one to three months before peak spring and fall dates, finalizing your headcount so you don't pay for empty seats, and choosing the right size ride—like a 25-passenger minibus instead of a full-size coach! Reducing extra stops along congested routes like I-76 (the Schuylkill Expressway) and Broad Street also cuts down on total hours. Coordinating free or lower-cost oversized staging ahead of time helps you avoid steep downtown garage fees. And remember, splitting the cost across every passenger makes riding together way cheaper than surge-priced rideshares!
Can I get a quote if I need a same-day rental or multiple buses?
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