DALLAS BUS RENTAL PRICES

The cost of renting a party bus or charter bus in Dallas depends on several factors specific to your trip. Consider your group size, the distance you’ll travel, the desired amenities, and the date and time of your event – all of these influence your final price. Fortunately, getting a quick, accurate quote is simple The Dallas Party Bus Company’s team can provide a tailored estimate in just 30 seconds over the phone, or you can use our convenient online booking tool for instant pricing. We offer 24-hour booking, making it easy to secure the perfect bus for your group. For immediate pricing options, call 936-207-1125 and compare real-time quotes from top companies in your area.

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Here are some estimated price ranges to get you started planning your budget:

Hourly Rates
Vehicles	Hourly Minium Prices
Limousines
6 Passenger Limousine	$ 155-265 per hour
8 Passenger Limousine	$ 155-265 per hour
10 Passenger Limousine	$ 155-265 per hour
14 Passenger Limousine	$ 155-285 per hour
16 Passenger Limousine	$ 155-335 per hour
18 Passenger Limousine	$ 155-335 per hour
20 Passenger Limousine	$ 200-335 per hour
Coach Buses
18 Passenger Mini Bus	$155-300 per hour
20 Passenger Minibus	$155-300 per hour
25 Passenger Mini Bus	$155-320 per hour
50 Passenger Coach Bus	$195-400 per hour
56 Passenger Charter Bus	$195-400 per hour
School Bus Rental	$185-350 per hour
Party Limo Buses
14 Passenger Sprinter Party Bus	$185-355 per hour
15 Passenger Party Bus	$185-355 per hour
20 Passenger Party Bus	$235-355 per hour
30 Passenger Party Bus	$295-400 per hour
35 Passenger Party Bus	$295-400 per hour
40 Passenger Party Bus	$295-440 per hour
50 Passenger Party Bus	$300-500 per hour

The pricing listed above are just estimated rates and can vary significantly based due to COVID, inflation, and availability. To get more accurate pricing based on your trip, please give us a call and we’ll get you a quote right over the phone.

How We Calculate Your Price

When we generate a rental quote for your party or charter bus, the price depends on several key factors. We take into account details like the vehicle type, number of passengers, rental dates, mileage, and additional amenities to provide you with an accurate, personalized quote. By collecting these details upfront, we can give you a transparent look at what goes into your bus rental rate before booking.

Trip Mileage and Hours

The distance and duration of your trip directly impact the cost. Transportation companies will ask for your precise pickup and drop-off locations, as well as the times. Pricing structures vary: local trips are typically billed hourly (with a 4-hour minimum being common), while multi-day or longer distance journeys may be billed by the day or mile. Multi-day events in Dallas, like a festival at the State Fair of Texas or a conference at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, are usually priced by the day. Flexibility is key! Itineraries can change unexpectedly. While it’s best to avoid last-minute changes, your transportation provider might accommodate unplanned detours, like extra stops in Uptown or a trip to the Galleria Mall. Just remember, you may incur additional charges for mileage outside your original plan.

The Season

The time of year makes a big difference in charter bus rental rates here in Dallas. During our busy spring season from March through May, prices are at their peak due to major events like the NCAA Final Four, conventions, graduations, school trips, and proms. Local schools start booking buses for senior trips and prom as early as January, so prices start rising then. June weddings also drive up rates. Come July, prices drop with the end of school as demand decreases. August remains slow until back-to-school cranks things up again. Fall brings a mix of corporate travel, university game days, and holiday parties before the December lull. January and February are the cheapest months to rent a charter bus in Dallas since there’s little demand outside of the occasional corporate event or airport transfer. The takeaway? Book your Dallas bus rental 3 to 6 months in advance for popular spring and fall dates. For best rates, aim for July, January or February. Avoid waiting until the last minute during peak seasons.

Where Your Trip Begins and Ends

The price of your Dallas bus rental depends heavily on where your trip begins and ends. We have charter buses available in every major Texas city, from Houston to San Antonio, so we can accommodate your group no matter where you’re coming from. But the starting point of your trip is a key factor in determining cost. For example, if you need a 56 passenger coach to take you from Austin to Dallas, that’s around 200 miles of empty “deadhead” mileage our bus will need to cover to reach your group in Austin before picking you up. The further the bus needs to travel to your starting point, the more your price will increase to account for this deadhead mileage. On the other hand, beginning your trip in one of Texas’ major metro areas like Houston or San Antonio means our buses are already plentiful, so your base rate will be lower. Regardless of where in the Lone Star State your trip starts, you can trust us to provide an upfront quote accounting for factors like deadhead mileage from our nearest bus depot to your group’s pickup location.

Group Size and Bus Type

The type of bus you choose for your Dallas bus rental will impact the total cost. Our fleet includes everything from flashy party buses to standard motorcoaches, with options for groups both large and small. For a small group under 20 people, a minibus provides an affordable option without sacrificing comfort. Minibuses range from $100-200 less per day than a full-sized, 56 passenger motorcoach. Though minibuses lack a restroom and substantial luggage room, their cozy, customizable layout makes them ideal for shorter trips. Groups of 35-56 will get the best value from a standard motorcoach, which offers amenities like restrooms, DVD players, WiFi, and reclining seats. Large groups needing space for equipment should consider a spacious entertainer coach, and party groups will enjoy the vibrant lighting and sound systems on our party buses. When calculating your quote, the vehicle type you select will impact the base rate. Fill your bus to maximize savings, and pick a bus size suited for your trip distance and group size. Luxury amenities contribute to a higher rate, but our team helps find the perfect bus at the best price.

How to Keep Costs Down

Here are some tips for keeping your Dallas charter bus rental costs low. Avoid booking for major events like the State Fair of Texas, which runs from late September through October, or big football games at AT&T Stadium. The rates will be highest when demand is highest. Consider a weekday rental or an off-peak time like winter. You can also keep costs down by locking in your final passenger count early, so you don’t pay for more seats than you need. Work with your bus rental company to map out the most efficient route to avoid any unnecessary tolls. And avoid venues with expensive parking fees by having the bus drop you off and pick you up. With some advanced planning, you can find a great deal on a charter bus for your Dallas trip.

Get a Quote For Your Dallas Bus Rental

Looking to book a party bus or charter bus for your upcoming Dallas event? Getting a quote is quick and easy with Dallas Party Bus Company. Simply visit our website or call 936-207-1125 to receive an instant price estimate tailored to your unique trip details. Our user-friendly online booking tool allows you to input your date, start/end locations, passenger count, and any special amenities to generate a custom quote in real time. Or if you prefer speaking to one of our booking experts, our team is available 7 days a week to walk you through options and provide a personalized quote over the phone. With real-time pricing and buses to fit every budget, reserving transportation for your next Dallas outing couldn’t be simpler. Avoid the stress of event planning and let our instant quoting system find you the perfect party bus or charter bus with ease. Whether you need a ride for a night out, corporate event, or airport transfer, get the process started and receive an immediate quote for professional transportation services.

Sample Trip Quotes

To give you a ballpark idea, here are some sample quotes for requests we’ve gotten from our customers:

Example #1:

A middle school in Dallas is planning an end-of-year field trip for its 150 eighth grade students. The teachers want to take the kids to the Dallas Zoo for a fun and educational day. Since the school buses cannot accommodate all the students at once, the teachers decide to book a charter bus rental for the trip. They find a company that can provide two 56-passenger charter buses to transport the students. The company quotes them $165 per hour for each bus. The teachers need the buses from 8:30am to 4:00pm, so that’s 7.5 hours total. At $165 per hour, the total cost for the two buses is $2,475. The charter bus company also charges a 10% fuel surcharge, which brings the total to $2,722.50. For 150 students, that comes out to only $18 per student for safe, comfortable transportation and a great learning experience at the zoo. The teachers are happy with the reasonable price and look forward to a successful field trip.

Example #2:

A corporate event planner in Dallas is organizing a team building retreat for her company’s top salespeople. There are 25 attendees flying in from across the country to participate. To make transportation easy during their 3-day stay, she decides to book a charter bus. She rents a 30-passenger charter bus to shuttle the group from the airport to their hotel when they arrive on Wednesday. The bus costs $150 per hour, and she estimates needing it for 3 hours with traffic, totaling $450. On Thursday, she rents the charter bus again to take the team to an off-site ropes course she booked for team building activities. The bus is rented for 8 hours at $150 per hour, costing $1,200. On Friday, the group visits the new corporate headquarters in Dallas for meetings and tours. She arranges the same 30-passenger charter bus for a flat rate of $900 for the day. For all 3 days, the total cost of the Dallas charter bus rental is $2,550. She tips the driver 10% at the end for excellent service, adding $255. The total charter bus cost for the corporate retreat comes to $2,805.

Example #3:

The varsity football team at Highland Park High School is having an undefeated season. To celebrate, the coaches want to arrange a fun outing for the team to Six Flags Over Texas amusement park in Arlington as a reward. The team has 45 players, 5 coaches, and needs space for some coolers and equipment as well. After getting quotes, the coaches decide to book a 56-passenger charter bus rental for the day. The charter bus company gives them a quote of $150 per hour, with a 5 hour minimum. Since the coaches want the bus from 8am to 8pm to allow for traffic and dinner after, the total rental time is 12 hours. At $150 per hour, their total quote comes out to $1,800. The charter bus company requires a 10% deposit to officially book the bus, so the coaches put down $180 upfront. They also plan to tip the driver 10% at the end of the trip as a thank you for providing safe transportation, which will add approximately $180 to the total cost.

Example #4:

A Dallas-based marketing agency is planning an employee appreciation event to Six Flags Over Texas for their hard work over the past year. They have 65 employees located across several offices in the Dallas-Fort Worth area that they want to treat to a fun day at the amusement park. To make transportation easy, they decide to book a 56-passenger charter bus rental for the day. The charter bus is able to pick employees up from their office locations in the morning and drop them off in the evening after a full day of thrill rides and rollercoasters. They book the Dallas charter bus from 8 AM to 6 PM, totaling 10 hours at a rate of $140 per hour. This comes out to $1,400 for reliable, convenient transportation for their entire staff. As a special touch, the marketing agency also tips the charter bus driver 10% for great service, adding $140 to the total cost. The all-inclusive rate takes care of parking fees, driver expenses, and helps avoid driving hazards after a long day at the amusement park. Divided among the 65 employees, the cost per person is only about $22 for a fun company outing with safe transportation provided.

Example #5:

A bride and groom are getting married in Dallas, Texas. Their wedding will have 150 guests and the ceremony and reception will be at two different venues across town. They want to arrange comfortable transportation for their wedding party and guests between the church ceremony and hotel reception. They decide to book a 40 passenger charter bus in Dallas for the entire day, starting at 11 AM to shuttle guests from local hotels to the ceremony venue, then from the ceremony to the reception venue from 3 PM to 11 PM. The 8 hours of charter bus rental in Dallas costs them $960 at a rate of $120 per hour. With the large guest list, the charter bus is perfect for keeping the entire wedding group together. The bride and groom also plan to use the charter bus for a quick sightseeing tour of Dallas between the ceremony and reception. This gives guests a chance to see downtown Dallas and relax during the transition. The charter bus company provides an experienced driver who knows the city well. With the convenience of having their own charter bus, the total cost for the Dallas rental is only around $6.40 per guest. The bride and groom feel it is money well spent to keep their wedding transportation organized. They make sure to tip their charter bus driver 10% at the end of the night.