School Bus Rental
Coachbusseattle.com is the fastest way to find and compare school bus rentals in Seattle, Washington without calling company after company and waiting around on callbacks. Fill out one quick form and instantly see school buses, photos, and pricing from a large network of independently owned transportation companies serving the Seattle area, all in one place. Whether you need a compact Type A mini school bus for a small youth group, a Type B small school bus for a mid-sized class, or a full-size Type C conventional school bus seating up to 44–48 adults, you can compare school bus options for YOUR trip. No account needed!
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One quick form is all it takes to unlock school bus options from a large network of independently owned transportation companies serving Seattle and the surrounding areas. The network includes Type A mini and Type B small school buses, which seat approximately 10–24 adults — ideal for smaller youth groups, church outings, or compact field trips across King County. Need more room?
A full-size Type C large conventional school bus seats approximately 44–48 adults, giving coaches, chaperones, and students plenty of space to spread out for longer rides to destinations across the Pacific Northwest. You choose the school bus that works for YOUR group!
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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 206-513-2380 to view current vehicle options, photos, availability, and pricing. Confirm the exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
What’s Typically Included on School Bus Rentals
Through a network of independently owned transportation companies, you can compare school buses with the specific features your group actually needs for a comfortable ride through Seattle traffic. Many school buses in the network include air conditioning to keep passengers cool on warm summer field trips to Woodland Park Zoo (5500 Phinney Ave N, Seattle, WA 98103) or Seattle Center (305 Harrison St, Seattle, WA 98109). At Woodland Park Zoo, school field trips enter at the South Entrance at Lion Lot; six oversized-vehicle spaces are first come, first served, and bus parking is paid at self-service kiosks, which isn't included in your free price quote.
A school bus drop-off at the South Entrance brings the group in together, while the limited parking spaces make bus parking a trip detail to plan around. At Seattle Center, the bus-zone map marks 15-minute charter-bus parking along Mercer Street and Warren Avenue North, plus a three-hour bus-parking zone near 5th & Mercer. These designated zones give your school group clear loading and waiting points on campus.
Overhead storage keeps bags and gear organized, while PA systems help chaperones and coaches communicate clearly during busy travel days. Compare bus types and amenities side by side from a large network of Seattle school bus companies, all in one place, with no account needed!
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 206-513-2380 before booking.
How much is a School Bus rental?
You can count on Coachbusseattle.com to make Seattle school bus rental pricing fast, clear, and completely hassle-free. Weekday school bus rentals in Seattle run $205 to $365 per hour, while weekend rates range from $240 to $380 per hour. Planning a full-day trip to Seattle Children's Museum or a multi-stop itinerary through the University of Washington campus (1400 NE Campus Pkwy, Seattle, WA 98195)?
Daily school bus rates range from $1,670 to $2,335. For a University of Washington group tour, buses drop off on George Washington Lane and park in E18, keeping the group together for the campus visit. Fill out one quick form to compare school bus prices from a large network of Seattle transportation companies in under 30 seconds — or call 206-513-2380 and a live agent will build a custom quote around YOUR itinerary.
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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 206-513-2380. | ||||