Frequently Asked Questions

The cost to rent a bus in Columbus typically ranges from $1,650 to $3,600+ per day or $150–$450+ per hour depending on the size of vehicle, trip length, and time of year. Minibuses generally run $1,650–$2,850 per day, while full-size charter buses are $2,250–$3,600+ per day. For multi-day trips, you’ll pay the daily rate plus any additional mileage or driver accommodation costs. One-way and local trips may be billed hourly, with rates starting at $150–$450+ per hour and usually a 4- or 5-hour minimum. To get an exact price for your trip, call our team anytime at 380-800-4410 with your itinerary details.

Several key factors impact the final price of your bus rental: the size and type of vehicle you choose, the total duration and mileage of your trip, the time of year you’re traveling, and any special amenities or requests. Larger vehicles like 56-passenger charter buses cost more than smaller minibuses, but offer the best value per seat for big groups. Peak season in Columbus runs from March through June due to school trips, graduations, and sports travel—so rates are highest then. You’ll also pay extra if your trip requires multiple drivers, crosses state lines, or falls during a major event like an OSU game or festival weekend.

Getting a quote is fast, easy, and available 24/7! Just call our team at 380-800-4410 or fill out the online form with your trip details: pickup location, destination, departure date and time, return date and time, number of passengers, and any special requests. We’ll get you a personalized, all-inclusive quote in less than 30 seconds. If you like what you see, you can book your reservation right away and lock in your rate with a deposit.

Your quote includes the base rental rate for the vehicle, professional driver, fuel, standard onboard amenities, and full customer support before, during, and after your trip. Additional expenses such as tolls, parking fees, and driver gratuity (typically 10–20%) are not included and should be budgeted separately. For overnight trips, you are responsible for providing hotel accommodations for the driver. All terms and conditions will be clearly outlined in your contract before you sign.

You should book your bus rental at least six months in advance to ensure availability and get the best rates, especially if your trip falls between March and June or coincides with major events like Ohio State football games, graduations, or local festivals. Last-minute bookings can be accommodated, but options may be limited and prices higher due to increased demand during peak travel seasons in Columbus.

Columbus Shuttle Bus Rentals offers shuttle buses and minibuses in Columbus with seating capacities of 18, 20, 25, and 56 passengers. These vehicles are ideal for a wide range of group sizes and trip types, providing flexible transportation options for everything from corporate events and wedding shuttles to sports team travel and school field trips.

Every bus comes with comfortable, forward-facing seats, powerful air conditioning, overhead storage for small bags, and either a PA system or wireless microphone so you can address your group on the road. Full-size charter buses include a clean restroom at the rear of the coach, while both minibuses and charter buses offer entertainment options such as flat-screen monitors with DVD/Blu-ray players and AUX/Bluetooth inputs for playing music or videos from your device. Onboard WiFi and 110V/USB power outlets are available on select models to keep everyone connected and charged throughout the trip. If you have specific amenity requests, please mention them when booking so we can provide you with the perfect vehicle.

Yes, we offer one-way, round trip, and multi-day packages to fit any itinerary or schedule. Whether you need a simple airport transfer, a recurring commuter shuttle, or a week-long tour with multiple stops, we can customize a package that meets your needs and budget. Contact our team with your trip details to get a personalized quote.

Yes, we provide long-distance bus rentals from Columbus to destinations across Ohio and the entire United States. Whether you’re planning an out-of-state trip to Chicago, New York City, Washington D.C., or a regional getaway to Cincinnati, Cleveland, or Indianapolis, we have the vehicles and experience to handle your journey. Tell us about your destination and we’ll make sure you get there safely and comfortably.

For overnight trips, you are required to provide a private hotel room for your driver. The hotel should be safe, clean, and located near your group’s accommodations or next scheduled pick-up point. Most clients reserve a room in the same hotel where their group is staying. If your trip does not require an overnight stay, no accommodations are needed. Please note that drivers cannot sleep on the bus and must have access to proper lodging between driving shifts.

Columbus Shuttle Bus Rentals provides shuttle service to and from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) and Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK). We offer curbside pickups, drop-offs, and custom routing for airline crews, passenger groups, and cargo personnel.

We regularly serve all major sports venues in Columbus including Ohio Stadium (“The Horseshoe”), Value City Arena, Lower.com Field (home of the Columbus Crew), Historic Crew Stadium, Huntington Park (home of the Columbus Clippers), Nationwide Arena (home of the Columbus Blue Jackets), and Bill Davis Stadium. Whether you’re transporting a fan group, athletic team, or event staff, we’ll get you to the game on time.

We provide transportation to all major concert venues in Columbus including Nationwide Arena, KEMBA Live!, Newport Music Hall, Express Live!, Mershon Auditorium, and outdoor festival sites like Goodale Park and the Lawn at CAS. Avoid parking hassles and traffic jams by arriving together on a private bus.

We serve every wedding venue in Columbus—including Franklin Park Conservatory, The Ivory Room, Strongwater Events, The Fives, Vue Columbus, North 4th Corridor, Brookshire, Pinnacle Golf Club, The Estate at New Albany, WatersEdge, The Vault, Edison 777, High Line Car House, Jorgensen Farms, Grand Event Center, Renaissance Columbus Downtown, Westin Great Southern, and any church, reception hall, or hotel ballroom in the city. If your venue isn’t listed here, just give us the address—we go everywhere.

We serve every city and suburb around Columbus including Dublin, Westerville, Gahanna, Hilliard, Grove City, Reynoldsburg, Pickerington, Worthington, Bexley, Upper Arlington, New Albany, Canal Winchester, Delaware, Marysville, Lancaster, Circleville, Newark, and Zanesville. Need to go farther? We also serve Cleveland, Cincinnati, Dayton, Toledo, Akron, Fort Wayne, Indianapolis, and Pittsburgh.

We provide transportation for every major event and festival in Columbus—including the Arnold Sports Festival, Ohio State Fair, Columbus Arts Festival, Pride Parade, ComFest, Red White & BOOM!, Jazz & Rib Fest, HighBall Halloween, and the Dublin Irish Festival. We also handle shuttles for marathons, charity walks, and convention center events. If your event isn’t listed, we’ll still get you there.

We serve the Greater Columbus Convention Center, Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds, and any hotel or meeting venue downtown. We also serve regional convention sites like the Dayton Convention Center, Cleveland Huntington Convention Center, Duke Energy Convention Center in Cincinnati, and the Toledo SeaGate Centre.