School Bus Rental
Getting a group of students from UC Berkeley's campus to the Lawrence Hall of Science (1 Centennial Dr, Berkeley, CA 94720) shouldn't mean chasing down a dozen phone numbers or waiting on callbacks that never come. Berkeleycoachbusservice.com helps you find a school bus rental in Berkeley fast — fill out one quick form and continue to a national booking platform to compare school buses, minibuses, and sprinter vans from a large network of independently owned transportation companies, with no account required. Whether you need a compact Type A minibus for a small after-school group or a full Type C conventional school bus for a larger field trip across the Bay, you can compare options through the booking platform. Call 341-234-8020 or use the online quote tool to request Berkeley school bus pricing in under 30 seconds!
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More About School Buses
Heading across the Bay Bridge into San Francisco? Shuttling a student group down Telegraph Avenue to a community event? The school buses available through this network come in a range of sizes built for exactly those kinds of trips.
Type A mini and Type B small school buses seat approximately 10–24 adults — the right call when your group is small and you're navigating tight drop-off zones near Berkeley High School (1980 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA 94704) or squeezing into a loading zone on Bancroft Way. For larger groups heading to the California Academy of Sciences in Golden Gate Park or a full-class excursion to the Oakland Museum, a Type C large conventional school bus seats approximately 44–48 adults and handles the longer haul with ease. You match the bus to your actual headcount — not the other way around.
Because Berkeleycoachbusservice.com connects you to a network of independent operators rather than a single fleet, you can compare vehicle options for your requested date and group size instead of settling for whatever one company has left on the lot. Enter your trip details once, continue to the booking platform, and a results page can show you what's available, with photos and pricing, right there.
Inside a School Bus
Vehicles shown above are NOT the exact makes and models available for every trip. We are NOT a transportation company and do not own or operate vehicles. Photos are examples only and may show stock or typical vehicles, not the exact vehicle offered for your reservation. Fill out the online quote form or call 341-234-8020 to view current vehicle options, photos, availability, and pricing. Confirm the exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
Common Amenities Available on Berkeley School Bus Rentals
Renting a school bus in Berkeley doesn't mean giving up comfort for the ride. Depending on the vehicle and operator, school buses and minibuses in the network can come equipped with air conditioning, overhead storage, reclining seats, and PA systems — handy for chaperones keeping a group of middle schoolers on task during the climb up Grizzly Peak Boulevard. Larger Type C coaches often include climate control and undercarriage luggage bays, which makes a difference when your group is packing gear for an overnight trip to Point Reyes or equipment for a science fair at the Exploratorium (Pier 15, San Francisco, CA 94111).
ADA-accessible vehicles may also be available through the network — just mention it when you request your quote so accessibility options can be included in your comparison.
Amenities do vary by bus and operator, and Berkeleycoachbusservice.com makes it easy to browse what's available and compare options side by side — all without picking up the phone five times.
High-back vinyl bench seating
Large opening windows
Overhead interior lighting
PA/microphone system with AM/FM radio
Air conditioning on select vehicles
Under-seat storage for bags and equipment
Amenities listed above are common features that MAY be available on buses. Because we are a referral website and do NOT own or operate buses, exact features vary by vehicle, provider, and availability. After you submit your quote request, you can browse vehicle options, pricing, and available details on the results page. To confirm the exact amenities included with a specific vehicle offered for your trip, call 341-234-8020 before booking.
How much does a School Bus cost in Berkeley?
Berkeley school bus rental pricing depends on vehicle size, your travel date, the number of stops, and how long you need the bus — and the fastest way to get an accurate number for your specific trip is to use the online quote tool or call 341-234-8020. That said, here's a general range to help you plan: weekday school bus rentals run approximately $240–$380 per hour, weekend rates run $205–$365 per hour, and full-day bookings fall between $1,670 and $2,235. A full-day charter covering a morning pickup near the UC Berkeley campus, a cross-bay field trip into San Francisco, and an afternoon return works out to a straightforward per-student cost when you split it across the group — especially compared to coordinating several cars down I-80 through the Maze interchange at rush hour.
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| Type of Vehicle | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day | Cost Per Mile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School Bus | $205 – $365+ | $240 – $380+ | $1,670 – $2,335+ | $5.00 – $7.60+ |
| ABOVE PRICES ARE JUST EXAMPLES. Your final price and vehicle options depend entirely on your specific trip details. To get an instant price quote for your trip, request an online quote or call 341-234-8020. | ||||
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If the School Bus doesn't fit your group's size, luggage needs, itinerary, or preferred amenities, browse the other bus types available.