Jacksonville Charter Bus Rentals from Charter Bus Company Jacksonville

A charter bus is a large vehicle rented by a group for private transportation to a specific destination. It typically seats 40 to 56 passengers and includes amenities like cushioned seats, climate control, TV monitors, DVD players, restrooms, luggage bays, and overhead storage. Charter buses are used for school field trips, corporate events, sports team travel, church retreats, and long-distance excursions. Unlike public transit or scheduled intercity buses, a charter bus follows a custom itinerary set by the group leader. The driver stays with the group for the entire trip and handles all navigation, parking, and timing based on the client’s needs.

We offer minibuses, full-size charter buses, school buses, entertainer coaches, and party buses in Jacksonville. Our minibus options seat 18–35 passengers and are ideal for short trips around downtown or shuttle services between hotels and venues like the Jacksonville Conference Center. Full-size charter buses accommodate 47–56 passengers with amenities such as reclining seats, Wi-Fi, power outlets, TVs, DVD players, restrooms, and undercarriage luggage storage—perfect for long-distance travel to Raleigh, Charlotte, or Washington D.C. School buses provide economical transportation for large groups up to 44 people without frills. Entertainer coaches feature bunks, lounge areas, kitchenettes, and bathrooms for band tours. Party buses have perimeter seating, sound systems, LED lights, and space for coolers.

The average cost to rent a charter bus in Jacksonville ranges from $1,300 to $3,000+ depending on trip length and vehicle type. Local trips under 5 hours are billed hourly at $150–$250 per hour with a 5-hour minimum. Day trips within 150 miles (like to Wilmington or Fayetteville) use daily rates of $1,400–$2,200. Multi-day charters are quoted as a flat package based on total mileage, days, and driver lodging costs. Minibuses are cheaper at $900–$1,600 per day while school buses run $800–$1,400 per day. Peak season surcharges apply during spring break, summer camps, and major events at Camp Lejeune.

Bus rental prices depend on trip distance, duration, vehicle size, and time of year. Longer trips with overnight stays cost more because you pay for each day the bus is reserved plus extra miles. Larger buses with premium amenities have higher base rates than small shuttles. Peak demand periods like summer weekends or holiday seasons may increase rates due to limited availability. Additional expenses not included in the quote are hotel rooms for the driver on multi-day trips, tolls on routes like I-40 or I-95, parking fees at venues such as Riverwalk Crossing Park, and optional gratuity for the driver.

To book a charter bus, call our office at 743-251-8460 or fill out the online quote form with your trip details. Provide the exact pickup date, time, address, destination, return time, total number of passengers, and any special requests like wheelchair access or extra luggage space. We will send you a free instant quote within minutes. Review the options and choose the one that best fits your budget and schedule. To confirm the reservation, sign the contract electronically and pay a deposit. The remaining balance is due before departure. You will receive a confirmation email with the driver’s contact information and emergency hotline number.

All buses come standard with cushioned seats, armrests, reading lights, heating, air conditioning, and overhead racks for small bags. Most models include flat-screen TVs, DVD/CD player, PA system, USB charging ports, and Wi-Fi hotspot upon request. Restrooms with toilet and sink are available on 54+ passenger coaches. Reclining seats with footrests and fold-down tray tables are common on long-distance routes. Large luggage bays under the floor can hold suitcases, coolers, or band equipment. Premium features such as leather upholstery, individual power outlets, onboard refrigerator, or custom branding are available for an additional fee.

We serve school field trips to the Lynnwood Park Zoo, church retreats at Camp Rockfish, wedding shuttles between venues like The Rustic Barn and hotels on Western Boulevard, corporate commuter routes for Onslow Memorial Hospital staff, sports team transportation for Jacksonville High School Cardinals, military moves to Camp Lejeune gates, summer camp excursions to Hammocks Beach State Park, and evacuee relocation during hurricane warnings. Other common uses include casino runs to Harrah’s Cherokee, cruise port transfers from Raleigh-Durham Airport, political rally staging, film production crew basecamp, and college campus tours for prospective students visiting UNC Wilmington.

We provide charter bus service throughout Onslow County including Richlands, Sneads Ferry, Holly Ridge, Swansboro, Hubert, Maple Hill, and Half Moon. Regular routes connect Jacksonville to regional hubs such as Wilmington (75 miles south), New Bern (45 miles north), Greenville (90 miles northwest), Fayetteville (95 miles west), Raleigh (120 miles west), Myrtle Beach SC (140 miles south), and Charlotte (220 miles southwest). Long-distance charters are available to Atlanta GA, Orlando FL, Washington DC, Philadelphia PA, and New York City. Short-distance shuttles operate within city limits between neighborhoods like Northwoods, Brynn Marr, and Piney Green.

For an instant quote, use the online calculator on our website or call 743-251-8460 anytime 24/7. Customer support representatives are available to answer questions, make changes to existing reservations, assist with lost property, handle complaints, or provide emergency assistance if a bus is delayed or breaks down. You can also email us for non-urgent inquiries or to request a copy of your invoice. Social media channels on Facebook and Twitter are monitored during business hours for general feedback and testimonials.