Columbia Charter Bus & Minibus Rentals
No matter the occasion, Charter Bus Columbia is prepared to offer premium group transportation services in Columbia, Missouri, and beyond. We offer an extensive network of charter buses and minibuses to meet the needs of any group trip or special event, big or small. When you’re ready to book a charter bus rental, call 913-453-1370 to speak with a reservation specialist and get a free quote!
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Why Rent a Bus With Charter Bus Columbia?
We make reserving a charter bus rental in Columbia a simple and stress-free affair. From planning routes and schedules to matching your group with the perfect bus and amenities, our team has years of experience handling group transportation across the state. Our network includes climate-controlled minibuses for intimate private trips and spacious charter bus rentals for big groups traveling long-distance. Just call 913-453-1370 and tell us your travel needs and we’ll get your group a personalized, free bus rental quote in minutes!
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Group Transportation For Sporting Events In Columbia
Cheer on Mizzou in a private charter bus rental for your fan group’s next tailgate party at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium or plan transportation for your youth sports team to compete in other Missouri cities like Kansas City or St. Louis. Keep your entire group together, on time, and comfortable with plenty of space for sporting equipment, like bats, balls, and protective gear, and added amenities like WiFi, air conditioning, and an on-board restroom. A charter bus from Charter Bus Columbia will keep your head in the game.
Wedding Shuttle Bus Rentals in Columbia
Wedding days should be about celebrating with the people you love most. If you’re planning a wedding at The Atrium on Tenth or Les Bourgeois Vineyards and Winery Bistro, Charter Bus Columbia can keep your guests traveling comfortably, and on time with a wedding shuttle service. We’ll plan a route to transport guests to and from hotels, venues, and restaurants in a private charter bus rental or minibus shuttle. And with a driver acting as a DD, everyone can enjoy themselves after a big night.
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From employee shuttle services around the University of Missouri’s campus to convention shuttle bus rentals for corporate events at The Crossing-Columbia, Charter Bus Columbia can connect you to group transportation solutions for any and every business need. We offer a fleet of vehicles, premium amenities, and custom transportation routes for corporate event attendees and employees commuting to the office. Our rental experts are available around the clock at 913-453-1370 to start organizing a shuttle service for your business today!
Dependable Field Trip Charter Bus Rentals in Columbia
For educational trips to the Museum of Art and Archaeology or campus tours of The University of Missouri, Charter Bus Columbia can find the right charter bus or minibus for your school field trip. Students will have a much more comfortable trip than traveling in a typical school bus, with amenities like air-conditioning, reclining seats, overhead storage, WiFi and a DVD player for entertainment. Just book your charter bus with Charter Bus Columbia and watch our rental experts work their magic.
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From a brewery crawl to a family reunion, a private party is much more fun when everyone travels together. Instead of caravanning in multiple vehicles or waiting on rideshares, reserve a minibus or charter bus rental for everyone. Create a custom itinerary to hit all of your favorite spots in Columbia like Logboat Brewing Company and Flat Branch Pub & Brewing. Have a great night out and leave the driving to us. With a private charter bus and a bus driver, the road is your oyster!
Private Airport Transfer Shuttles In Columbia
Whether you need airport transportation for your corporate team coming into Columbia Regional Airport or a bachelor party group flying to Las Vegas, we’ll make the trip as efficient and comfortable as possible. Booking an airport transfer with Charter Bus Columbia gives your flyers door-to-door transportation from start to finish. With luggage bays beneath the bus to store their bags and free WiFi in case they need to stay updated on flight details, flyers can relax knowing they’ll have a comfortable and predictable ride.
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| Bus Type | Per Hour | Per Day | Per Mile |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 to 56 Passenger Charter Bus | $180 – $500+ | $1,800 – $3,800 | $6.00 – $9.95 |
| 40 to 50 Passenger Charter Bus | $170 – $480+ | $1,700 – $3,565 | $6.00 – $9.95 |
| 25 to 35 Passenger Minibus | $150 – $450+ | $1,610 – $3,465 | $4.00 – $9.95 |
| 20 to 24 Passenger Minibus | $150 – $440+ | $1,610 – $3,365 | $4.00 – $8.95 |
| 15 to 18 Passenger Minibus | $150 – $430+ | $1,520 – $3,255 | $4.00 – $7.95 |
| Entertainer Coach | $315 – $550+ | $3,000 – $5,000+ | $6.00 – $9.95 |
| Yellow School Bus | $145 – $450+ | $1,520 – $3,655 | $6.00 – $9.95 |
| Shuttle Bus | $155 – $450+ | $1,520 – $3,655 | $6.00 – $9.95 |
Columbia Party Bus Rental Prices
| Type of Party Bus | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small Party Bus (10 to 20 Passengers) | $180 - $450+ | $200 - $470+ | $1,000 - $2,900+ |
| Medium Party Bus (20 to 40 Passengers) | $200 - $500+ | $220 - $500+ | $1,200 - $3,500+ |
| Large Party Bus Rental (40 to 50 Passengers) | $250 - $500+ | $240 - $520+ | $1,500 - $3,900+ |
| Mercedes Sprinter Party Bus | $160 - $400+ | $180 - $450+ | $1,000 - $3,900+ |
* Prices may vary greatly in your city and state. Due to the impact of COVID-19 and inflation, all rental prices shown are past estimates. Actual pricing may be significantly higher depending on availability and location. To get real-time pricing, call us 1-913-453-1370 or use our online quote tool.
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Top Destinations in Columbia To Visit By Charter Bus
Columbia has no shortage of attractions for locals and tourists alike. Whether you’re exploring campus with a group of prospective students or celebrating at a bachelorette bash, we can help shuttle you from destination to destination! Below are some popular stops for visitors:
Shelter Insurance Gardens
- 1817 W Broadway, Columbia, MO 65203
- (573) 214-4000
This 5-acre botanical garden is completely free and includes unique exhibitions of flora such as the Japanese Stroll Garden. A highlight of this destination is the Norman Rockwell statue, Boy and Girl Looking at the Moon, so don’t leave without getting a photo there. You can also rent the Shelter Gardens Pavilion for a corporate luncheon or graduation party. It’s located next to the Shelter Insurance corporate headquarters in Columbia’s business district.
Mizzou Botanic Garden
- 107 Swallow Hall, Columbia, MO 65211
- (573) 882-8929
As a part of University of Missouri’s campus, the Mizzou Botanic Garden is a collection of public gardens and outdoor spaces. This free attraction includes destinations like the Graves Hall courtyard and the iconic Columns at Francis Quadrangle, a great photo spot for your senior class on graduation day! Explore the butterfly garden, take in a MU Theater performance, and finish up at one of the gardens’ many outdoor event venues perfect for picnics and senior family nights.
Rock Bridge Memorial State Park
- 5901 S Highway 163, Columbia, MO 65201
- (573) 449-7402
Escape the city and book a charter bus for a day trip to Rock Bridge Memorial State Park for outdoor activities your group can’t get anywhere else. Hike down Devil’s Icebox trail, one of Missouri’s longest and darkest caves, explore over 800 acres of diverse wildlife trails, go fishing or kayaking on the park’s 3 lakes, and more! The park offers lodging too, like primitive camping, electric campsites, and indoor cabins. With an easy hourly rental on your side, your group won’t have to haul any equipment to their designated drop-off point—your charter bus driver can handle all of the transportation to Rock Bridge and handle all the transportation of tents, coolers, and more in the luggage bays!
Shryocks Callaway Farms
- 2927 Shryock Rd, Columbia, MO 65202
- (573) 474-7582
This Columbia corn maze has no shortage of Halloween fun and spooky spectacles to keep groups with older children happy and entertained. Take a haunted hayride, walk through the cornfield maze, ride down a giant tube slide, play a game of paintball, and explore the farm for a full day of fun. Shryocks is only open in the Fall, so make sure you book your shuttle bus or charter bus around their season.
The District
- 909 E Broadway St., Columbia, MO 65201
- (573) 875-1000
The District is your go-to location for a night of dancing and bar hopping in Downtown Columbia. Try local food, hit up breweries like Gunter Hans, or party at The Roof, with a variety of nightlife establishments. And with your Charter Bus Columbia ride, you’ll also have a comfortable ride back to your hotel—no matter the time of night.
Columbia Farmers Market
- 500 Bus Loop E, Columbia, MO 65201
- (573) 874-2489
Foodies and chefs alike will want to swing by the Columbia Farmers Market. Visit over 100 stalls in the summer for seasonal food, fresh local produce, baked goods, handcrafted arts and crafts, and more. It’s a wonderful opportunity for school field trips or for out-of-towners to enjoy an authentic taste of Columbia!
Finger Lakes State Park
- 6035 Finger Lakes State Park, Columbia, MO 65201
- (573) 443-5315
Are you visiting a Finger Lakes vineyard in the fall but don’t want the trip to end at closing time? Keep the party going by planning an overnight getaway or a trip to nearby Finger Lakes State Park! Enjoy the Finger Lakes Wine Festival and a scenic nature trip to the nearby park in a single weekend. Visit Finger Lakes state park for boating, camping, horseback riding, swimming, and fishing. Your party bus driver will handle all the transportation, so you can relax, enjoy some drinks, and spend time bonding with your group. Charter Bus Columbia’s 24/7 team is here to ensure everyone has a ride, whether you’re planning a road trip across the Finger Lakes Region or just need a shuttle to get your friends back to the hotel at the end of a wine-filled birthday night.
Logboat Brewing Company
- 504 Fay St, Columbia, MO 65201
- (573) 397-6798
A Logboat Brewing Co., your brewpub experience starts and ends at its expansive outdoor patio! With seating for over 200 people, ample gathering space for kids and dogs to run around, food trucks to satisfy any hunger cravings, and a rotating menu of house-brewed beers that have kept this location a local favorite since it opened in 2014. This place is a popular destination for private parties and corporate happy hours, though your driver won’t have trouble finding a spot in the massive gravel parking lot out back when you visit with a minibus!
Ragtag Cinema
- 10 Hitt St, Columbia, MO 65201
- (573) 443-4359
This local staple features independent and foreign films, and also regularly hosts film festivals—a perfect outing for your cinephiles and lovers of independent and foreign films. It’s also located next door to the Uprise Bakery and is just a few blocks away from venues for the annual True/False Film Fest, so you could make a day out of the whole downtown experience!
Flat Branch Pub & Brewing
- 115 S 5th St, Columbia, MO 65201
- (573) 499-0400
Located in The District, this brewpub and live music venue is a popular destination for groups visiting Downtown Columbia. Flat Branch Pub offers a long beer list of house-brewed and rotating drafts from across the world—perfect for pleasing a crowd of beer lovers. There’s also no shortage of live music here—it’s one of the few places in the city with live entertainment daily, and most nights of the week there are two live shows a night!
Rent a Bus To Visit Columbia Neighborhoods
Along with being a popular college town, Columbia, Missouri offers a mixture of residential and business neighborhoods for any visitors looking to explore the local scene. Here are a few places you might want to explore during your next private group trip or special occasion. It’s also easy to plan a neighborhood bar hop or a brewery crawl to explore downtown businesses like Bur Oak Brewing Company and Broadway Brewery in The District.
The North Village Arts District
Located near Broadway just a few blocks north of Downtown, North Village Arts District is a hip neighborhood that has preserved its creative roots, filled with art galleries and boutiques, live music and theatre venues, and eateries that run the gamut from pizza shops and tea rooms to more upscale, experimental cuisine spots. This easily walkable neighborhood offers free street parking so your driver can bring your entire art-loving group up to a convenient drop-off spot.
Downtown
Downtown Columbia is home to some of the city’s busiest places for nightlife, shopping, and corporate business events. During your next visit, don’t leave without taking a tour of the Jesse Hall building, the main building at University of Missouri’s campus that dates back to 1895, or experiencing The District’s many nightlife opportunities—from jazz shows to a night of craft beer at Günter Hans. A private charter bus rental can easily traverse the downtown area with a planned pick-up/drop-off at one of the many designated bus stops, and if you need a private group shuttle to and from events, Charter Bus Columbia has you covered.
East Campus
With Greektown at its heart, this district is packed with fraternity and sorority chapter houses and college student nightlife spots. The easternmost section of The University of Missouri campus includes an extensive research facility for Veterinary Medicine and Medicine. If you’re a prospective student, this is the place to go if you are thinking of applying to a professional program at the university or if you are interested in a greek life-oriented experience.
The Mizzou North
Mizzou North is a research extension of The University of Missouri campus and is mostly used by graduate students, professors, and private companies. It’s home to the state’s Missouri Innovation Center incubator, where many startups and other businesses set up their offices and host meetings and conferences.
