CHARTER BUS PRICES IN SPOKANE VALLEY

How We Calculate the Price of Your Rental

Planning a charter bus rental involves a lot of moving parts, and pricing depends on several key factors. The distance and duration of your trip, the time of year, your starting point and destination, and your route all impact the total cost. The type of bus you select, from a mini coach to a decked-out entertainer, also affects the quote. Below, we’ll break down each of these variables so you know exactly what goes into calculating your personalized price. Rest assured our team considers every detail to provide competitive, all-inclusive rates for your next charter bus rental.

The Distance and Duration of your Trip

When calculating the price for your charter bus rental in Spokane Valley, the distance and duration of your trip is the first factor we look at. For short jaunts within city limits, like transporting your group between downtown hotels and the Spokane Arena for a conference, we typically charge by the hour. You can expect a four hour rental to run around $400-500 depending on the size of bus. For full day trips over 100 miles roundtrip, such as heading up to Silverwood Theme Park, it usually makes more sense to charge by the mile. Figure around $2.50-3 per mile for a 56 passenger coach. Multi-day trips are usually billed as a flat daily rate, which can save you money compared to racking up hourly or mileage fees. If you’re headed on a brewery tour hitting up places like Whistle Punk and Iron Goat in Spokane plus Northern Idaho spots, we may charge around $950-1200 per day. The route details really determine whether hourly, mileage, or daily rates give you the best value. Just provide your trip plans in advance and we’ll customize the pricing for you.

The Time of Year You’re Traveling

The seasons directly impact charter bus rental pricing here in Spokane Valley. Bus travel spikes when schools are in session, causing rates to soar for graduations, school trips, proms, and more from April through June. Families also flock to rent buses for reunions and vacations during summer break from June through August. Luckily, our city enjoys pleasant weather for much of the year, making fall an ideal time for leaf peeping excursions and group outings to regional fairs and festivals. Winter even brings busloads of skiers and snowboarders headed to the nearby mountains. However, January and February see the lowest demand as cold weather keeps most groups indoors. The best way to secure the lowest price on your Spokane Valley bus rental is to book early, ideally 6 months in advance. This avoids the seasonal rate hikes around major events like University of Idaho football games which run from September through November and Gonzaga University basketball which packs the city from November to March. Planning your trip during Spokane’s off-peak allows you to save and customize your bus rental for groups of any size.

Your Starting City & Drop Off Location

Where your group starts and finishes their charter bus journey plays a big role in determining your total rental costs. Bus availability and pricing fluctuates a lot between cities. Major metros like Seattle or Spokane have tons of charter bus companies competing for business, so it’s easier to find an affordable bus. Smaller cities or rural areas don’t have as many options, so prices are higher. We actually have charter buses stationed all over Washington, with fleets in the five largest cities – Seattle, Spokane, Tacoma, Vancouver, and Bellevue. So no matter where your trip starts, we can get you a bus!

Of course, we may have to deadhead a bus to your starting point if we don’t already have one nearby. Deadheading just means driving the bus to your group without any passengers on board. The mileage we rack up deadheading gets factored into your quote. For example, say you need a 56 passenger coach bus to go from Richland to Seattle, with pickup at 8 AM on a Saturday. That’s about 200 miles, or 4 hours of deadhead driving to get to Richland. Since our closest buses are in the Tri-Cities area, we’ll deadhead a bus over to Richland the night before. Then the 4 hours of deadhead plus the 200 mile trip itself will determine your price. Easy as that!

The Type of Bus You Select

When calculating the cost of your charter bus rental, the type of bus you choose makes a big difference. We offer everything from minibuses to entertainer coaches, and each has its own pricing. Minibuses without restrooms or luggage space run $100-200 less per day than standard buses. Great for shorter trips under 4 hours, they seat around 20. Standard coaches with restrooms fit 35-56 and work for most trips under 8 hours. For multi-day tours across states, our deluxe buses have amenities like WiFi, power outlets, and DVD players. Party buses built for fun have fiber optic lighting, premium sound, flat screens, and party seating. Entertainer coaches are decked out like luxury RVs for bands on tour. And school buses are budget friendly, but you’ll sacrifice comfort features and can’t take them too far from home. The key is choosing the right bus size and features for your trip length, group size and budget. Just fill our quick form to get quotes for all types of buses and find the best rate. With such a wide selection of charter buses, we can accommodate any outing and make your rental affordable.

Tips for Keeping Costs Down

Want to keep those charter bus rental costs from spiraling out of control? When planning your next group trip to Spokane Valley, keep these money-saving tips in mind. First, nail down every detail of your itinerary, including departure times, rest and meal stops, and final destination. Providing an ultra-specific schedule prevents surprise mileage fees. Next, avoid peak travel times like graduations and summer vacations when demand drives up prices. For real savings, schedule your trip between September and March. Parking is another sneaky cost, so call ahead to venues and hotels to ask about bus parking permits or policies. Nothing like an unexpected $100 parking ticket to put a damper on your day! And speaking of hotels, ask if they offer discounted or complimentary rooms for your driver. Some hotels are happy to comp a basic room, which saves you paying for your driver’s lodging. Finally, right-size your vehicle. A 56-passenger coach costs less per person than a 20-passenger minibus. Crunching numbers during planning keeps your trip affordable. Ready to get a custom quote based on your unique itinerary? Give us a call anytime at 509-319-2093 and our charter bus experts will provide an instant, accurate price estimate.

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And if you prefer to speak to a real person, our charter bus experts are standing by 24/7 to provide free, no-obligation quotes over the phone. Just call 509-319-2093 anytime and we’ll walk you through the quoting process, answer any questions you have, and give you a personalized price for your next bus rental. With real-time online quotes and live support, getting an instant charter bus quote with us couldn’t be simpler. So skip the hassle and see your options immediately. Get your free quote now online or give us a ring. We look forward to helping you book smooth, stress-free group transportation for your next big trip.