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Philadelphia Charter Bus Prices
Booking a charter bus rental isn’t one-price-fits-all, and your exact rate varies by trip, but you can get quotes in under 30 seconds right online through our form! Below you'll learn about all the factors affecting rates across Philadelphia, and how to score the best deals.
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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.
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Peak Philadelphia Dates: When Prices and Minimums Go Up
Whatever brings your group out, Philadelphia charter bus demand spikes during spring proms, university graduations, Fourth of July along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, and Eagles game days at Lincoln Financial Field! Locking in your reservation early ensures multiple independent providers in our network compete for your business 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 |
| Philadelphia 76ers Home Games | November 2, 2026 – April 11, 2027 |
| Philadelphia Phillies Home Opener | April 1, 2027 |
| Penn Quakers Football Home Game | November 14, 2026 |
| 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 |
| PHS Philadelphia Flower Show | March 13–21, 2027 |
| Philadelphia Mummers Parade | January 2027 |
| 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?
Keep in mind that your online quote includes your private bus rental, your driver’s pay, and standard mileage for your Philadelphia itinerary! Outside expenses like Pennsylvania Turnpike tolls, oversized bus parking at Lots M and N near Citizens Bank Park and overnight driver hotel rooms are paid separately so there are zero hidden 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 Philadelphia Bus Rentals
Wherever your trip takes you in Philadelphia and across Pennsylvania, you'll reserve your bus right online through the national booking platform by putting down a deposit on your total cost! The booking company handles your reservation and payment online, and your remaining trip balance is simply due in full before your 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 Philadelphia Charter Bus Prices
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Factor 1: Which Bus You Choose
Ready to pick from TONS of different bus types in one search? A 56-passenger charter bus with an onboard restroom and undercarriage bays or a 15- to 50-passenger party bus with LED lighting costs more than a compact 20-passenger minibus or a sprinter van with a driver. You choose the exact vehicle and amenities that fit YOUR headcount and YOUR budget!
Factor 2: The Distance and Duration of Your Trip
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Factor 3: The Time of Year
One of the biggest factors in Philadelphia bus pricing is when you travel! Rates and hourly minimums climb during peak spring and fall months—especially late April through June for prom nights, school field trips to Independence National Historical Park, and busy Philadelphia wedding weekends. Fall Saturdays at the South Philadelphia Sports Complex also book up fast! Thankfully, because multiple independent operators in our network compete for your trip, you can compare options side by side to lock in a great rate.
Factor 4: Where Your Trip Starts and Ends
Let our 30-second quote tool match you with independent transportation providers right near your pickup point! Starting in Center City, University City, or at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) where dozens of network buses operate keeps "deadhead" mileage—the distance a bus travels empty to reach you—to a minimum. And because our network spans all of Pennsylvania, even suburban pickups in King of Prussia or Cherry Hill have local options ready to roll!
Factor 5: Your Driver's Shifts and Hotel
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Factor 6: Weekday vs. Weekend Travel
Why pay Friday or Saturday night peak rates if your schedule is flexible? Booking your Philadelphia party bus or minibus Monday through Thursday usually comes with lower hourly minimums and better daily rates than high-demand weekend nights! Whether you're arranging a mid-week corporate shuttle to the Pennsylvania Convention Center or a weekend bash, our online form shows you exact pricing for your date in seconds.
Ways to Save
Top 4 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.
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 Manayunk 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 Philadelphia
- Itinerary
- 5:30 AM pickup in Manayunk, 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 Manayunk 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 Philadelphia
- Itinerary
- 5:30 PM pickup in Manayunk, 6:30 PM arrival at The Met Philadelphia, 11:30 PM post-show return to Manayunk
- 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 Philadelphia
- 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 Philadelphia
- 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 Philadelphia charter bus or party bus price quote?
Getting your personalized price takes under 30 seconds right on this website! Just enter your travel date, pickup location, destination, and estimated passenger count into our quick online quote form—with no account needed and no obligation to book. You'll immediately land on an easy-to-view search results page showing live vehicle availability, interior photos, amenity lists, and side-by-side pricing from independent Philadelphia bus companies. Plus, you'll receive a copy of your quotes by text and email so it's super easy to share with your group!
Does Philadelphiashuttlebuscompany.com own the buses shown in the quotes?
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What packages can I book for my Philadelphia group trip?
You can compare and book hourly, one-way, round-trip, multi-stop, full-day, and multi-day packages right online through our 30-second quote tool! Whether you need a quick airport transfer at PHL, a recurring employee commuter shuttle down I-76, or a full fleet of 10+ motorcoaches for a convention, there is a package built around YOUR schedule. Even last-minute plans are covered, since our massive network lets you find and book same-day bus rentals when available!
Why do bus prices vary between different vehicles on the results page?
Every independent transportation provider in the Philadelphia network sets its own rates based on vehicle size, model year, onboard amenities, and current availability for your date! A 15-passenger minibus or 35-passenger minibus for a quick shuttle down Broad Street is priced differently than a luxury party bus with wraparound leather seating and an onboard bar or a 56-passenger motorcoach for sports team travel. Comparing them all on one screen lets you weigh the exact features you want against the price that fits your budget!
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