Charter Bus Rentals Madera, California

You can expect to pay between $197–$519 per hour or $1,600–$3,800 per day to rent a charter bus in Madera. Final pricing depends on vehicle size, trip duration, mileage, and seasonality. Minibuses are less expensive than full-size coaches, and multi-day trips are typically billed by the day.

To help you better understand what your final charter bus price might look like, here are a few real-world examples of recent rentals and their final costs:

Example #1: A local high school in Madera is sending its varsity soccer team (20 players + 3 coaches) to a two-day tournament in Sacramento. They need a minibus with at least 25 seats for the athletes and equipment. The school received a quote for $2,400 for a two-day rental and tipped the driver 10%. Final cost including gratuity: $2,640

Example #2: A church group from Madera is organizing a one-day trip to Yosemite National Park with 40 members. They booked a charter bus with 50 seats to accommodate everyone comfortably. The church received a quote for $1,800 for the day and added a 15% tip for the driver. Final cost including gratuity: $2,070

Example #3: A corporate client in Madera is hosting a week-long training seminar and needs daily employee shuttles from Fresno hotels to their downtown office. They booked a 56-passenger coach for five days at $3,100 per day. Total base cost: $15,500. With a 10% driver gratuity, the final cost was $17,050.

Example #4: A local winery in Madera is running a weekend tasting event and booked a 25-seat minibus for two days at $1,900 per day. Total base cost: $3,800. Including a 15% driver tip, the final cost came to $4,370.

Charter bus pricing in Madera is influenced by vehicle size, trip duration, mileage, and time of year. Local factors include demand spikes during events like the Madera District Fair, school and sports schedules, and major festivals. Multi-day and long-distance trips incur higher costs due to additional mileage and driver accommodation requirements.

Yes, Madera Coach Bus Service provides ADA-accessible and wheelchair-friendly buses in Madera upon request. Please specify your accessibility needs when booking, and we will supply a vehicle equipped with lifts, securement areas, and other required features at no additional cost. We ensure all passengers can travel comfortably and safely.

Madera Coach Bus Service handles transportation for school field trips, athletic teams, corporate events, winery tours, wedding parties, church outings, and more. We've served local schools like Madera High, Fresno State, Fresno Pacific University, businesses in downtown Fresno, sports fans heading to Chukchansi Park, and groups attending the Madera Wine Trail.

Madera Coach Bus Service offers minibuses seating 18–25 passengers, midsize shuttle buses for 30–40 passengers, and full-size charter buses with up to 56 seats. We provide vehicles from leading manufacturers including Prevost, MCI, Van Hool, Temsa, Grech, and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. Whatever the size of your group, we have a vehicle that fits.

Our buses include reclining seats, air conditioning, onboard restrooms (on full-size coaches), overhead storage, luggage bays, power outlets, USB ports, Wi-Fi, PA systems, and video monitors with DVD capability. Minibuses offer forward-facing seats, A/C, and optional Wi-Fi. Additional amenities like leather upholstery and Bluetooth audio are available on select models.

You should book your charter bus at least four to six months before your trip date. This is especially important if you’re traveling during the busy spring season, when many people are also planning vacations, weddings, and school events. Buses become harder to find as your departure date approaches.

Getting a quote is simple—just call our reservation team anytime at 559-975-8980 or use the online quote form on our website. You'll need to provide your trip date, pickup location, destination, passenger count, and any special requests. Once we have your trip details, we'll quickly generate a personalized estimate based on your exact itinerary. Our agents are available 24/7 to answer questions, compare options, and help you find the best solution for your group.

Your quote includes the base rental price for the vehicle, driver compensation, fuel, and standard amenities. Additional expenses such as tolls, driver accommodations (hotel/lodging), cleaning fees, and parking passes are not included and will be billed separately. For example, parking passes at venues like Chukchansi Park in Fresno currently cost $10–$20 per vehicle and must be purchased in advance.

You can book a bus from Madera Coach Bus Service by calling our reservation team at 559-975-8980 or using the online quote tool on our website. Once you receive your quote, you’ll need to sign an electronic contract and pay a deposit to confirm your reservation. The remaining balance is due before your trip.

Madera Coach Bus Service services all of Madera County and the entire Central Valley region, including Fresno, Clovis, Merced, Visalia, Bakersfield, Modesto, and Sacramento. We handle local and long-distance trips anywhere in California or out of state. No matter where your destination is, we can get you there!