Charter Bus Rentals Riverside, California

A charter bus in Riverside typically costs $197–$519 per hour or $1,600–$3,800 per day. Minibuses are $155–$340 per hour or $1,400–$2,900 per day. Final pricing depends on your itinerary, vehicle size, trip length, and local demand. Call our team anytime at 951-617-3320 for exact rates and availability!

To help you better understand what to expect when you request a charter bus quote, here are a few real-life examples of groups who have rented buses with us recently:

Example #1: A construction company in Downtown Riverside needs a daily shuttle for six months between a remote parking lot near UCR and a job site on Mission Inn Avenue. They book a 25-passenger minibus running two loops per day, five days a week. Their contract rate is $1,850 per day, totaling $222,000 for the six-month project. They budget an additional 10% for driver gratuity.

Example #2: A high school baseball team in San Diego requested a shuttle rental to the playoffs in Los Angeles. With 17 players, four coaches, and an extensive amount of equipment and luggage to bring to the tournament, the team settled on a coach bus rental with a seating capacity of 50. The head coach received a quote for $2,700 and tipped the driver 10% at the end of the trip. Final cost including gratuity: $2,970

Example #3: Last fall, a youth group in Phoenix contacted us about renting a bus for a weekend retreat in Flagstaff. The group had 30 passengers and needed transportation from their church to a campground two hours away. We provided them with a minibus that seated up to 35 people, which was perfect for their group size. The rental lasted three days and cost $3,900. The group leader added a 15% tip for the driver at the end of the trip. Final cost including gratuity: $4,485

Example #4: In the spring, a university in Tucson booked a shuttle for a faculty outing to a conference in downtown Tucson. There were 18 faculty members attending, so we recommended a minibus with 20 seats. The event was local and only required the bus for one day. The university paid $1,600 for the day and included a 10% gratuity for the driver. Final cost including gratuity: $1,760

Charter bus pricing in Riverside is influenced by several key factors: trip duration and mileage, number of days/hours required, vehicle size and type (minibus vs. full-size coach), exact pickup location, and seasonality or local demand. Major events like the Riverside Festival of Lights, UCR move-in weekend, Coachella, Stagecoach, Desert Trip, and large conventions or sporting events can significantly impact availability and rates due to increased demand. Additionally, multi-day trips requiring overnight stays will incur extra costs for driver hotel accommodations. Call our team anytime at 951-617-3320 for exact rates and availability!

Yes, our shuttles are ADA-accessible and wheelchair-friendly! We provide fully accessible vehicles with wheelchair lifts, securement areas, and additional space for mobility devices. Just let us know your accessibility needs when booking, and we’ll ensure you get a bus that meets all ADA requirements at no extra cost.

We serve school field trips to the Mission Inn Museum, corporate shuttles to the Riverside Convention Center, wedding parties at local venues like Crestmore Manor, sports teams traveling to games across Southern California, church outings, university transportation for UCR and CBU events, and more. If you have somewhere to be in Riverside, Riverside Coach Bus Service can get you there!

Riverside Coach Bus Service offers minibuses (18–25 seats), midsize shuttle buses (up to 40 seats), and full-size charter buses (up to 56 seats) from all major manufacturers including Van Hool, Prevost, MCI, Temsa, Grech, and Forest River. We have vehicles of every size available across Riverside County so you can easily find exactly what you need.

Our charter buses come standard with cushioned reclining seats, air conditioning, overhead storage racks, undercarriage luggage bays, and a rear onboard restroom. Many vehicles also include forward-facing flat-screen monitors with DVD players, 110V power outlets, USB charging ports, Wi-Fi connectivity, PA systems, tray tables, footrests, adjustable reading lights, and tinted windows with pull-down shades. Additional amenities like leatherette upholstery, woodgrain flooring, galley kitchens, and upgraded sound systems are available on select models.

You should book your charter bus at least 4–6 weeks in advance—but the earlier, the better! Availability gets tight during peak times like spring break, festival season, and around major events like the Riverside Festival of Lights or UCR move-in weekend. If your trip falls between April and June, or coincides with big events like Coachella, Stagecoach, or the Mission Inn Run, lock in your reservation as early as possible to guarantee the best selection and pricing. Once you have your date and headcount, call us right away—we’ll help you find the perfect vehicle and secure your booking with a signed contract and deposit.

Getting a quote is simple! Just call our 24/7 reservations team at 951-617-3320 or use our online form to tell us about your trip. We’ll need your pickup location, destination, travel dates, passenger count, and any special requests. Once we have your details, we’ll quickly generate a personalized quote with pricing and vehicle options. If you like what you see, you can book your bus right away with a deposit—the process is fast, easy, and completely transparent from start to finish.

Your quote includes the base rental price for the bus and driver, fuel, and mileage. It does NOT include tolls, driver accommodations (hotel room for overnight trips), cleaning fees, or parking passes. You are responsible for providing a hotel room for the driver on multi-day trips and paying any required parking fees at your destination. For example, parking passes at local stadiums like Angel Stadium, BMO Stadium, and Dignity Health Sports Park typically cost $100–$150 per bus and must be purchased in advance through the venue’s designated portal. Please contact our team for specific pricing information related to your itinerary.

Booking a bus with Riverside Coach Bus Service is easy! You can call our reservations team anytime at 951-617-3320 to speak with an expert and get an instant quote over the phone. Once you receive your quote, you can confirm your reservation by signing the contract electronically and paying the required deposit online. The remaining balance is due before your departure date. Our team is available 24/7 to answer questions, help you choose the right vehicle, and make sure your trip goes smoothly from start to finish.

Riverside Coach Bus Service provides service to and from all areas of Riverside County and beyond, including downtown Riverside, the University of California Riverside campus, Ontario International Airport, San Bernardino, Moreno Valley, Corona, Norco, Eastvale, Jurupa Valley, Perris, and more. We operate locally within the Inland Empire and also handle long-distance trips to destinations across Southern California and out of state. No matter where your trip begins or ends, we’ll make sure you have reliable transportation every step of the way.