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Salt Lake City Charter Bus Prices
If you're wondering what a bus rental costs, it isn't one-size-fits-all, but you can get quotes in under 30 seconds right online through our form with no account needed! Below you'll learn about all the factors affecting rates, and how to score the best deals.
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- Same dayrentals for last-minute plans in Salt Lake City
- Up to 56passengers on one charter bus, plus minibuses and vans
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Our Pricing & Rates
Salt Lake City Charter Bus Rental Pricing
| Type of Vehicle | Cost Per Hour (Weekdays)* | Cost Per Hour (Weekends)* | Cost Per Day* | Cost Per Mile* |
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| 56 Passenger Charter Bus | $205–$385+ | $225–$410+ | $1,650–$2,950+ | $6.20–$8.95+ |
| 35 Passenger Minibus | $225–$370+ | $255–$385+ | $1,815–$2,415+ | $6.20–$8.95+ |
| 30 Passenger Minibus | $205–$365+ | $240–$380+ | $1,670–$2,335+ | $5.90–$8.60+ |
| 28 Passenger Minibus | $190–$355+ | $220–$370+ | $1,540–$2,255+ | $5.65–$8.25+ |
| 25 Passenger Minibus | $190–$350+ | $195–$365+ | $1,420–$2,180+ | $5.40–$7.90+ |
| 20 Passenger Minibus | $190–$340+ | $190–$355+ | $1,300–$2,080+ | $5.15–$7.50+ |
| 18 Passenger Minibus | $190–$330+ | $190–$350+ | $1,210–$1,990+ | $5.00–$7.25+ |
| 15 Passenger Minibus | $180–$310+ | $180–$330+ | $1,150–$1,880+ | $4.75–$6.95+ |
| 15-50 Passenger Party Bus | $248–$426+ | $265–$460+ | $1,827–$2,954+ | $6.75–$9.95+ |
| Sprinter Van with Driver | $190–$373+ | $218–$466+ | $1,395–$2,848+ | $5.00–$6.95+ |
*Rates shown are general estimates from one of the largest networks of independent bus companies serving Salt Lake City. Your exact price depends on your travel date, trip length, and the bus you pick—and you can see it in under 30 seconds on your online quote, with no account needed! Standard hourly minimums are typically 2 hours Monday through Wednesday (or earlier in the day), 3+ hours after 5 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, and up to 5 hours on peak dates.
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Peak Salt Lake City Dates: When Prices and Minimums Go Up
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| Peak Date | Date or Season |
|---|---|
| Utah Utes Football Home Games | Nov 7 & Nov 27, 2026 |
| Utah Mammoth Home Games | November 12, 2026 – April 7, 2027 |
| Utah Jazz Home Games | October 31, 2026 – April 9, 2027 |
| Utah Utes Men's Basketball Home Games | November 2, 2026 – March 2, 2027 |
| Utah Utes Women's Basketball Home Games | November 3, 2026 – February 24, 2027 |
| BYU Cougars Football Home Games | Oct 31, Nov 14 & Nov 28, 2026 |
| Utah State Fair | September 2027 |
| Utah Arts Festival | June 2027 |
| Prom season | April–May 2027 |
| Homecoming season | September–October 2026 |
Event dates can change, so check yours before you book.
Before You Book
What's Included in Salt Lake City Charter Bus Prices?
Fill out one quick form to get a transparent quote that includes your vehicle and a driver. Outside costs like venue parking fees and road tolls are always paid separately so there are zero hidden surprises!
What's Included in Your Price
- Your bus and its driver
- Your driver's gratuity
- Use of the bus for the hours or miles you book
- Unlimited stops during your booked time
- An instant booking confirmation, then a call from the confirmation team to verify your itinerary
- Your driver's contact information before your trip date
Extra Costs: Tolls, Parking, Tax & Driver Hotel
- Tolls and parking
- The driver's hotel room each night of an overnight trip, which you book
- A second driver, when your itinerary needs one
- Overtime past your booked hours, billed by the hour
- Extra charges if your final drop-off isn't near your pickup
- Changes to your date, time or route, which may cost more
Charter Bus Fees to Avoid
- No smoking: violations bring a fine.
- A surcharge applies for vomit incidents.
- Your group pays for any damage it causes.
Know Before You Pay
A Note on Payment Terms for Salt Lake City Bus Rentals
Book your favorite vehicle right online through the national booking platform by putting down a deposit to lock in your date and rate! Your remaining balance is simply paid in full before your departure date, with all major payment options accepted.
How Can I Pay?
- All major credit cards are accepted, including Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover.
- Corporate or custom billing is set up by phone with the booking company.
Can I Cancel and Get a Refund?
- Cancellations and refunds follow the national booking company's terms, which you'll see before you book.
- Read them before you pay.
What If My Plans Change or Run Over?
- Your booked hours are the minimum you pay, so book enough time for your event.
- Overtime is billed by the hour, and only if the bus is free to stay.
- Date, time and route changes aren't guaranteed. You can upgrade to a bigger bus if one is available, but downgrades aren't allowed.
What Affects Your Price
6 Factors That Affect Salt Lake City Charter Bus Prices
With one form, you can compare hourly, one-way, round-trip, and multi-day packages from independent companies across Salt Lake City and all of Utah! Because Saltlakecity
Factor 1: The Size of Bus You Book
Just pick the right fit for your headcount and budget! A 56-passenger charter bus or party bus costs more than a 20-passenger minibus or sprinter van, and you can compare all our bus types in one search.
Factor 2: The Time of Year
Through our network, you'll see how seasonal demand impacts rates during April and May proms, summer wedding shuttles, and winter ski trips to Park City. Locking in your reservation early ensures the best availability and pricing!
Factor 3: Your Starting City
We help you compare local operators in Salt Lake City, the cities around it, and all of Utah so you don't overpay for "deadhead" mileage! Deadhead is the time and distance a bus travels empty from its home lot to your pickup location in places like Downtown SLC, Sugar House, Provo, or Ogden. Because our network is so large, you're matched with providers near your starting point. That keeps your base rate as low as possible!
Factor 4: The Travel Fees on Your Route
Need a sporting event shuttle to Delta Center, a corporate bus to the Salt Palace Convention Center, or an airport transfer at Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)? Any bridge tolls, canyon entry fees, or oversized parking passes along I-15 and I-80 aren't included in your initial quote. You'll cover these exact route expenses separately so your base price stays 100% transparent. Plus, our confirmation department calls after you book to verify every stop and staging zone!
Factor 5: Your Driver's Shifts and Hotel
For multi-day trips, you'll also provide a comfortable hotel room for your driver.
Factor 6: Which Day You Ride
Got 30 seconds to check your dates? Friday and Saturday rentals usually have higher hourly rates and a 3- to 5-hour windows, while riding Monday through Thursday is an easy way to score lower rates!
Ways to Save
Top 4 Ways to Save on Your Salt Lake City Charter Bus Rental
Ride on a weekday. Weekday hourly rates in the table start below weekend rates for most buses, and Sunday through Thursday typically run the lowest rates.
Fill the seats you pay for. A bigger bus costs more per hour but less per person: a full 56-passenger charter bus starts under $4 per person, per hour.
Book early. Booking early gives you the widest choice of buses for your date.
Keep your pickups together. Every extra pickup adds time on the clock, so one meeting spot keeps the hours, and the price, down.
Sample Trips
Examples of Salt Lake City Charter Bus Quotes
Below are sample quotes to help you plan your trip.
Example #1: Executive Team to SLC
A Salt Lake City-based financial services firm is sending its 12-person executive team to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) for an 8:00 AM Monday departure to a conference. The team is scattered across West Jordan and West Valley City, and juggling rideshares for a dozen people with luggage in construction traffic is not a realistic plan. The company decided to find and book a Salt Lake City airport transportation shuttle bus through Saltlakecity
- Itinerary
- 5:30 AM pickup in West Jordan, 6:00 AM second stop in West Valley City, 7:00 AM drop-off at SLC
- Vehicle
- Sprinter van with driver
- Booked time
- 2 hours (the weekday minimum)
- Rate
- $190–$373 an hour (weekday) × 2 hours
- Paid separately
- Tolls and parking
$380–$746about $32–$62 per person
Example #2: Edward A. Kenley Centennial Amphitheater Concert Night
A group of 35 friends from West Jordan is heading to a sold-out show at Edward A. Kenley Centennial Amphitheater. The roads back into Salt Lake City after a late concert are not something anyone wants to navigate. The group decided to find and book a Salt Lake City concert charter bus rental through Saltlakecity
- Itinerary
- 5:30 PM pickup in West Jordan, 6:30 PM arrival at Edward A. Kenley Centennial Amphitheater, 11:30 PM post-show return to West Jordan
- Vehicle
- 35-passenger minibus
- Booked time
- 6 hours on a Saturday evening
- Rate
- $255–$385 an hour (weekend) × 6 hours
- Paid separately
- Tolls and parking
$1,530–$2,310about $44–$66 per person
Example #3: West Valley City Day Trip
A Salt Lake City tech company is rewarding its 40-person sales team with a day trip to West Valley City. Rather than splitting into a caravan of rental cars for a Friday day trip, the company decided to find and book a Salt Lake City corporate charter bus rental through Saltlakecity
- Itinerary
- 6:30 AM pickup at the company's downtown Salt Lake City office, 9:00 AM arrival at West Valley City, 4:30 PM departure, 7:00 PM return to Salt Lake City
- Vehicle
- 56-passenger charter bus
- Booked time
- About 12 hours (full day)
- Rate
- Full-day rate, $1,650–$2,950
- Paid separately
- Tolls and parking
$1,650–$2,950about $41–$74 per person
Example #4: Real Salt Lake Game Day
A group of 25 Real Salt Lake season ticket holders from West Valley City wants to make a home game at America First Field into a proper tailgate without losing anyone to parking nightmares or a midnight rideshare shortage. They decided to find and book a Salt Lake City sporting event party bus rental through Saltlakecity
- Itinerary
- 11:00 AM pickup in West Valley City, 12:30 PM arrival at America First Field, 5:30 PM post-game pickup and return to West Valley City
- Vehicle
- 25-passenger party bus
- Booked time
- About 6.5 hours on a Sunday
- Rate
- $248–$460 an hour (weekday low to weekend high) × 6.5 hours
- Paid separately
- Tolls and parking
$1,612–$2,990about $64–$120 per person
Frequently Asked Questions About Salt Lake City Charter Bus Prices
Not sure what you need? Let us help!
Contact usHow can I get a Salt Lake City charter bus or party bus quote?
Getting your price takes less than 30 seconds! Just enter your travel date, pickup location, destination, and estimated headcount into our online quote tool to view live vehicle options, interior photos, and pricing without creating an account. You'll also get a copy of your quotes sent straight to your phone by text and email so it's super easy to share with your group! No obligation to book, and no account needed!
Does Saltlakecityshuttlebuscompany.com own the buses in Salt Lake City?
No, and that's the whole point! Because we're a comparison website and not a single local bus company, you're never stuck with whatever one fleet happens to have parked in its lot on your date. Instead, multiple independent Utah transportation providers compete for your business, giving you TONS of options and better rates!
What packages can I book for my Salt Lake City trip?
You can book hourly, one-way, round-trip, multi-stop, full-day, and multi-day packages built around YOUR schedule! Whether you need a quick transfer, a full weekend of group transportation services, or a fleet of 10+ buses, you'll find it in one search. We even offer same-day bus rentals when last-minute plans come together!
Can I get a quote if I don't know my exact headcount or stops yet?
Yes, absolutely! Just enter your best estimate of your passenger count, date, and starting city into our 30-second form to compare bus sizes and ballpark pricing right away, and the confirmation team will verify your final itinerary after you book.
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Start comparing vehicles and rates in under 30 seconds by filling out our quick online form—no account needed! Whether you're booking a 15-passenger minibus for a school field trip to Hogle Zoo, a party bus for prom night, or several motorcoaches for a convention, you'll see photos and prices side by side in one place. Your quotes are sent by text and email, and a confirmation department calls after you book online to verify every stop. Find the right bus at the right price for YOUR group today!