Charter Bus Rentals Cedar Rapids

Charter Bus Company Cedar Rapids offers one of the largest and most diverse fleets in Iowa, with vehicles sized and equipped for any group or itinerary. You can book a 15- to 35-passenger minibus built by Grech Motors, Battisti Customs, Tiffany Coach Builders, Midwest Automotive Designs, or LGE Coachworks—great for shuttling wedding guests between downtown hotels and venues like Ashton Hill Farm or Bella Sala. If you need more space, choose a 40- to 56-passenger charter bus from MCI, Prevost, Van Hool, or Setra, perfect for hauling sports teams to Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City or taking students on field trips to the Science Center of Iowa in Des Moines. We also offer 10- to 50-passenger, party buses from Krystal, Grech, Tiffany, LGE Coachworks, and Executive Coach Builders, sprinter vans that seat 10–15, and school buses that can handle anything from daily commuter runs to long-distance tours across the Midwest.

Charter bus rental prices in Cedar Rapids depend on several factors, including the size of the vehicle, trip duration, mileage, and time of year. For example, minibus rentals typically cost $150–$450+ per hour, $1,520–$3,465+ per day, or $4.00–$9.95 per mile. Full-size charter buses run $145–$550+ per hour, $1,520–$5,000+ per day, or $6.00–$9.95 per mile. Party buses start at $180–$500+ per hour on weekdays and $200–$520+ per hour on weekends, with daily rates from $1,000–$3,900+. Sprinter vans are $160–$400+ per hour on weekdays, $180–$450+ per hour on weekends, and $1,000–$3,900+ per day. School buses are usually the most affordable option. To get an exact quote, call our 24/7 team with your passenger count, itinerary, and amenity requests—we’ll give you an instant price with no additional fees.

The main factors that impact your Cedar Rapids bus rental price are vehicle size (larger buses cost more), trip length (both hours and miles), and seasonality (spring and fall are busiest due to school and sports travel). Other variables include whether you need the bus to stay with your group all day or just make a few pickups and drop-offs, how many days you’re booking, and any special amenities like WiFi, power outlets, or custom wraps. Routes that require extra deadhead (sending an empty bus to or from another city) will also increase the total cost. The best way to save money is to book early, keep your itinerary as simple as possible, and fill every seat on the bus.

Getting a quote is easy: just call our office anytime at 855-920-2287 or fill out the online form with your trip details. We’ll ask for your headcount, pickup and drop-off locations, schedule, and any must-have features like reclining seats, PA system, or ADA accessibility. Within minutes, you’ll receive a personalized quote showing exactly what’s included. If you’re happy with the price, you can book your bus on the spot. Our team is available 24/7/365 to answer questions, make changes to your reservation, or help you plan the perfect route. We serve all of Eastern Iowa, including Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, Coralville, Waterloo, Dubuque, and Davenport.

We offer a wide range of onboard amenities to keep your group comfortable and entertained. Standard features on most charter buses include cushioned seats, climate control, overhead storage racks, and underfloor luggage bays. Many models also have free WiFi, USB ports or power outlets at every row, flat-screen TVs with DVD players, and restrooms. Premium options like leather upholstery, hardwood floors, LED accent lighting, and galley kitchens are available on select coaches. Minibuses and sprinter vans are ideal for short hops around town, while party buses come loaded with wraparound seating, dance poles, Bluetooth sound systems, and coolers for drinks. If you need something specific, just ask—we can customize any package to fit your needs.

Our buses are used for almost every type of group transportation imaginable, including corporate shuttles to Collins Aerospace and Transamerica, wedding transportation to venues like the DoubleTree by Hilton and Cedar Ridge Winery, school field trips to the National Czech & Slovak Museum or NewBo City Market, college tours of the University of Iowa and Coe College, and sports team travel for high schools and youth leagues. We also handle airport transfers to CID, concert and festival shuttles to McGrath Amphitheatre and Riverside Casino, church retreats, bachelor/bachelorette parties, casino runs, and multi-day tours across the Midwest. No matter where you’re going or how many people you need to move, we have a bus that can get you there.

Downtown Cedar Rapids has several designated areas where charter buses can park, stage, and pick up or drop off passengers. The most convenient spot is along 3rd Avenue SE between 1st Street and 2nd Street, right next to the U.S. Cellular Center and DoubleTree hotel. Buses can also use the loading zones on 1st Avenue East near Greene Square Park, or pull into the surface lot at 401 1st Street SE for short-term parking. For longer layovers, the city recommends using the oversized vehicle spaces at the 5th Street Ramp (500 1st Avenue SW) or arranging advance permission to stage at the Cedar Rapids Transit garage on 8th Avenue NW. Always check with your destination venue for specific instructions, as some locations like the Paramount Theatre and Veterans Memorial Building have their own backstage access points for group arrivals.

Yes, we specialize in multi-day and long-distance charters to destinations all over Iowa and beyond. Whether you’re taking a church group to Chicago, sending a marching band to St. Louis, or organizing a wine tour through the Amana Colonies, we’ll provide a comfortable, reliable coach for the duration of your trip. Out-of-state itineraries are no problem—we regularly send buses to Minneapolis, Kansas City, Omaha, Milwaukee, and Indianapolis. Just provide us with your full schedule and we’ll handle all the logistics, including overnight parking, hotel accommodations for the driver, and any special permits required. Multi-day rentals are priced by the day plus mileage, and offer the best value for groups traveling more than 200 miles from home.