School Bus Rental
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More About School Buses
Book a school bus rental in San Mateo and your group travels together, on schedule, without the chaos of coordinating a dozen carpool drivers. Through Charterbussanmateo.com's large network of independent transportation companies, you'll find Type A mini school buses and Type B small school buses that seat approximately 10 to 24 adults, perfect for compact groups heading to a field trip at the CuriOdyssey Science Museum (1651 Coyote Point Dr, San Mateo, CA 94401). The museum has a designated drop-off zone in the traffic circle next to the wheelchair ramp, and bus parking costs $20, which isn't included in your free price quote.
Your San Mateo school bus rental can bring the group together at that drop-off before the field trip. Need more room? A Type C large conventional school bus seats approximately 44 to 48 adults, giving bigger groups plenty of space for a comfortable, organized ride across the San Francisco Peninsula.
Inside a School Bus
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 650-281-2435 to view current vehicle options, photos, availability, and pricing. Confirm the exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
Popular Amenities on School Bus Rentals
Got 30 seconds? That's genuinely all it takes to pull up school bus options and amenities from a large network of bus companies serving San Mateo, California. Type C conventional school bus listings in the network include a PA system so chaperones can make announcements, overhead storage for backpacks and gear, and climate-controlled cabins to keep students comfortable on longer Peninsula drives.
Smaller Type A and Type B school buses offer the same organized group travel in a more nimble package, ideal for tight drop-offs near venues like the San Mateo County History Museum (2200 Broadway St, Redwood City, CA 94063). School groups meet at Courthouse Square until the whole class has arrived, so a bus keeps everyone together for the field trip. Amenities vary by provider, so mention your must-haves when you request your free school bus quote!
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 650-281-2435 before booking.
What does a School Bus rental cost?
Ready to see exactly what a school bus rental in San Mateo will run for your group? Weekday rates through the network run $205 to $365 per hour, weekend rates come in at $240 to $380 per hour, and full-day packages are priced at $1,670 to $2,335 per day, with the final number shaped by your bus type, group size, trip duration, and date. A Type A mini school bus for a short Peninsula run lands at a very different price point than a Type C conventional bus booked for an all-day field trip to Filoli Historic House and Garden (86 Cañada Rd, Woodside, CA 94062).
Filoli school field trips run Monday through Friday, with arrivals starting at 10am, and require advance booking. A school bus rental in San Mateo keeps the group together for the trip to Filoli, just off I-280. Compare minibus rentals, full-size charter buses, and school buses all in one place through Charterbussanmateo.com.
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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 650-281-2435. | ||||