Mini Buses, also known as Mini Coaches are normally used for local shuttling, harbor and airport transfers, convention and party shuttles and other local travel and transportation. These vehicles are usually more cost efficient than larger motor coaches for group’s not requiring long haul or many hours of drive time. There are some specialty mini buses that are manufactured for use over-the-road. Be sure to specify the type of need you have when discussing mini bus use with your bus company representative. Over-the-road rates, daily mileage and extended hours should always be written into your contract.

Common Bus Lengths:

24' and 35'

Common Passenger Seating:

24 to 32

Range of Seating Capacities:

20 to 38

Restroom Availability:

Sometimes

Air Conditioning:

Almost Always

TV/VCR/DVD/CD:

Sometimes

Luggage:

Rear Entry

Over-the-Road Capable:

Carrier Dependent

Average Daily Price:

$900.00

Average Hourly Price:

$65.00 - $75.00

Double Deck Buses, also known as Double Decker Buses or Coaches are more commonly used in Europe and Asia than the United States. However, with the price of fuel continuing to rise and newer safety features being implemented many United States bus companies are utilizing these vehicles for line runs and transit work. Some companies now offer double deck buses for charter, but most are utilizing them for line runs either as executive or more traditionally outfitted coaches. There are some bus companies that even offer these buses as party buses. Please speak with your selected bus company representative regarding your applied usage. Always get your estimate in writing.

Common Bus Lengths:

40' to 45'

Common Passenger Seating:

70 to 80

Range of Seating Capacities:

64 to 88

Restroom Availability:

Almost Always

Air Conditioning:

Almost Always

TV/VCR/DVD/CD:

Almost Always

Luggage:

Under Carriage

Over-the-Road Capable:

Almost Always

Average Daily Price:

$1,400.00+

Average Hourly Price:

$125.00

School buses are not coaches. The interiors are extremely austere with little or no amenities. Seats are normally bench style; air-conditioning is not always available and seldom is their any amenities. However, school buses are ideal for short, local passenger movements on a low budget. They are especially ideal when moving many people a short distance. And of course, school buses are ideal for moving students around town or many hundreds of miles on a field trip. School bus companies are either independent contractors, or school district providers. Bus Charter Dispatch lists school bus companies that offer charter service to the general public.

Common Bus Lengths:

24' and 45'

Common Passenger Seating:

14 to 88

Range of Seating Capacities:

12 to 88

Restroom Availability:

Never

Air Conditioning:

Seldom

TV/VCR/DVD/CD:

Never

Luggage:

Top Mount

Over-the-Road Capable:

Carrier Dependent

Average Daily Price:

$650.00 - $700.00

Average Hourly Price:

$55.00 - $65.00

Double Deck Trolley buses are not commonly found in the United States or Canada, but are relatively common throughout Europe. However, they are becoming more popular as sightseeing buses and party buses within major metropolitan areas in Canada and the U.S. Open-topped trolleys are a little harder to find since insurance on these vehicles is higher. They are also not used in rainy or colder climates for obvious reasons. They are usually only found in large metropolitan markets in the United States, Canada and Europe, and are most commonly used for tours and occasionally for college parties.

Common Bus Lengths:

35' and 40'

Common Passenger Seating:

62 to 80

Range of Seating Capacities:

68 to 92

Restroom Availability:

Never

Air Conditioning:

Seldom

TV/VCR/DVD/CD:

Seldom

Luggage Area:

None

Over-the-Road Capable:

Carrier Dependent

Average Daily Price:

$1,000.00

Average Hourly Price:

$80.00 - $85.00

Trolley buses are not commonly found in the United States, but are common throughout Europe. However, they are becoming more popular as sightseeing buses, transit vehicles and party buses within major metropolitan areas in the U.S. and Canada. They are usually only found in large metropolitan markets in the United States and Canada, and are most commonly used for tours. You can usually find these type buses available in college towns and used as party vehicles. Trolley buses greatly vary in amenities from lavish to austere. Please speak to your representative regarding the comfort of their trolley buses.

Common Bus Lengths:

35' - 40'

Common Passenger Seating:

36 to 38

Range of Seating Capacities:

28 to 46

Restroom Availability:

Never

Air Conditioning:

Seldom

TV/VCR/CD/DVD:

Seldom

Luggage Area:

None

Over-the-Road Capable:

Carrier Dependent

Average Daily Price:

$900.00

Average Hourly Price:

$75.00 - $80.00

Executive Bus and Day Coaches are essentially the same type of vehicle. However, different companies do in fact have slight variations between these two coaches and therefore name them differently. Companies listing day or executive coaches in our directory are typically very lavish buses with amenities rivaling the best hotels. From fully stocked bars to leather interiors, flat screen televisions, mega stereos, mini kitchens, pop-out sides and much more. These vehicles are more costly than a standard motor coach and rightfully so. Costing upwards of $250,000.00 to double the price of a traditional motor coach these buses average $1,500.00 - $2,000.00 per day. Bus Charter Dispatch recommends you click here to go to our other website that details party, executive, entertainer, sleeper and other lavish buses with more detail.

Common Bus Lengths:

40’ – 45’

Common Passenger Seating:

18 to 28

Range of Seating Capacities:

18 to 40

Restroom Availability:

Almost Always

Air Conditioning:

Always

TV/VCR/CD/DVD:

Always

Luggage Area:

Under Carriage Limited

Over-the-Road Capable:

Carrier Dependent

Average Daily Price:

$2,000.00

Average Hourly Price:

$175.00 and up

Limousine or limo buses are motor coaches that have interiors like limousines, but on a much grander scale. These coaches traditionally seat about the same number of passengers as a stretch limousine, but passengers have the luxury of standing and walking about, and are much less cramped than in a traditional stretch limousine.

Common Bus Lengths:

40' - 45'

Common Passenger Seating:

18 to 28

Range of Seating Capacities:

18 to 42

Restroom Availability:

Almost Always

Air Conditioning:

Always

TV/VCR/CD/DVD:

Always

Luggage Area:

Under Carriage

Over-the-Road Capable:

Carrier Dependent

Average Daily Price:

$2,000.00+

Average Hourly Price:

$200.00 and up

As with all of the above buses, vans are also chartered with a driver. Known for less expensive airport and transfer transportation, vans are used for airport, harbor and small group local transportation. Some companies also go over-the-road with their vans. As with motor coaches, always get your estimate for travel in writing. The companies listing vans in our directory normally operate vans in addition to other types of vehicles.

Common Bus Lengths:

16’ – 18’

Common Passenger Seating:

8 to 12

Range of Seating Capacities:

8 to 14

Restroom Availability:

Never

Air Conditioning:

Always

TV/VCR/CD/DVD:

Seldom

Luggage Area:

Under Seats

Over-the-Road Capable:

Carrier Dependent

Average Daily Price:

$800.00

Average Hourly Price:

$55.00 - $60.00