18 Passenger Minibus Rental
Moving 18 people through Rochester without splitting into a four-car scramble is exactly what the 18-passenger minibus was built for! Whether your group is shuttling between Rochester International Airport (RST) and a hotel on Broadway Avenue North, running a loop between the Mayo Clinic campus and a downtown restaurant for a medical conference dinner, or heading south on US-52 toward a regional tournament, one vehicle keeps everyone together and on schedule. Rochestermncharterbusrentals.com makes finding that vehicle fast and easy! Fill out one quick form and compare 18-passenger minibuses and rates from a large network of independently owned transportation companies serving Rochester, MN in seconds — no account required.
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More About 18 Passenger Minibuses
The 18-passenger minibus is a great pick for groups that don't need a full-size 56-passenger motorcoach but have outgrown a standard SUV caravan! In Rochester, that distinction matters. These buses are compact enough to navigate the tight drop-off loop at Mayo Clinic's Gonda Building on Second Street Southwest, pull cleanly into the loading zone at Kahler Grand Hotel on Second Avenue Southwest, and handle the turn onto Civic Center Drive Northwest without the oversized-vehicle headaches that come with a full coach.
You'll have your pick of models like the Starcraft Starlite, Glaval Universal, and Turtle Top Terra Transit — every one of them gives you a center aisle, enough roof height to stand up straight, and a climate-controlled cabin so nobody arrives stiff after a long ride up from the Twin Cities on I-90. Why limit yourself to one fleet? Compare 18-passenger minibuses from a network of providers serving Rochester and the surrounding area — all in one place, with instant online pricing and vehicle photos, no account needed!
Inside an 18 Passenger Minibus
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 507-816-0110 to view current vehicle options, photos, availability, and pricing. Confirm the exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
What’s Typically Included on 18 Passenger Minibus Rentals
The 18-passenger minibuses available through the network come loaded with TONS of great features your group actually wants on a Rochester trip! Every model includes air conditioning and climate control — critical when a Minnesota January sends the windchill well below zero on Broadway Avenue or a July afternoon turns the Olmsted County fairgrounds into a heat trap. Seats are high-back reclining in leather or cloth depending on the model, with extra legroom so nobody arrives stiff.
Overhead compartments handle carry-ons and day bags (one bag per person), and a rear luggage area fits roller bags and duffels for groups with more gear — great for medical families arriving at RST with a week's worth of luggage headed to a long-term stay hotel near the Mayo Clinic Methodist Hospital campus. You'll also find power outlets and USB charging ports, flat-screen monitors with DVD or HDMI input, a PA system with wireless mic for tour guides or group leaders, and Bluetooth/AUX stereo so you can run your own playlist the whole way down US-63. WiFi is available on many models — great for the team that wants to stay productive on the ride from Rochester to Minneapolis–Saint Paul.
Onboard restrooms are available on select models, and ADA-accessible vehicles with rear or side wheelchair lifts are available on request — just mention it when you fill out your quote. Just mention any special requests and a support team will work it out for you!
Reclining Seats
Climate Control
Overhead Storage Racks
Tinted Windows
WiFi
USB Charging Ports
AUX/Bluetooth Sound System
And More!
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 507-816-0110 before booking.
How much is an 18 Passenger Minibus rental?
18-passenger minibus rentals in Rochester cost $190–$330+ per hour, $1,210–$1,990+ per day, and $5.00–$7.25+ per mile depending on the provider, the date, and the specific vehicle. A Saturday evening shuttle looping between downtown Rochester hotels and a wedding reception at Whiskey River Event Center on Civic Center Drive will price differently than a Tuesday morning medical transfer to Rochester International Airport. And a handful of dates on the Rochester calendar tighten availability across the whole Olmsted County market fast — Mayo Clinic graduation ceremonies in May, the Rochester Fest in June, and the Olmsted County Fair in late July are among the first to sell out.
The fastest way to see numbers for your exact trip? Well, no need to fear, 30-second online pricing is here! Enter your date, group size, and pickup location to land on a results page showing vehicles, photos, and pricing from a network of bus companies serving Rochester and Southeast Minnesota — no account, No waiting for callbacks to get pricing, no guessing.
Or call 507-816-0110 any time and a live agent will build a custom package around your itinerary! You'll even have additional options in your quote to choose from like party buses, 15-passenger minibuses, 20-passenger minibuses, and more!
| Type of Vehicle | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day | Cost Per Mile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Passenger Minibus | $190 – $330+ | $190 – $350+ | $1,210 – $1,990+ | $5.00 – $7.25+ |
| 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 507-816-0110. | ||||