School Bus Rental
Moving a class of students from Jefferson Elementary to the Quarry Hill Nature Center without splitting them across a dozen parent cars is exactly what a school bus rental in Rochester was built for! Rochestermncharterbusrentals.com is not a bus company — it's a quote-comparison website that lets you fill out one quick form and instantly see school buses and rates from a large network of independently owned transportation companies serving Rochester, MN. No waiting for callbacks to get pricing, no account required, and pricing comes back in under 30 seconds. Call 507-816-0110 or use the online quote tool right now to see what's available for your date!
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More About School Buses
School Buses Available through the network come in two main configurations, and the right one depends entirely on your headcount. Type A mini and Type B small school buses seat approximately 10–24 adults — compact enough to navigate the tight drop-off loop at Mayo Civic Center on Civic Center Drive Southeast or pull cleanly into the service lane at Rochester Community and Technical College on College View Road Southeast. Need to move a bigger group?
Type C large conventional school buses seat approximately 44–48 adults and handle longer runs out to Whitewater State Park or cross-town transfers between school campuses with ease. Because Rochestermncharterbusrentals.com pulls from a network of independently owned companies, you compare both configurations side by side — same trip, different vehicle sizes, pricing — all on one screen.
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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 School Bus Rentals
School buses in the network come with the features your group actually needs on a Rochester trip! Every model includes climate control — critical when January temperatures on U.S. Highway 52 drop well below freezing and your students are boarding from an outdoor pickup zone. High-back padded seating keeps passengers comfortable on longer runs out to Oxbow Park & Zollman Zoo in Byron, and overhead storage compartments handle backpacks and day bags so the aisle stays clear.
ADA-accessible vehicles with wheelchair lifts are available through the network on request — just mention it when you fill out your quote. Emergency exits, safety lighting, and crossing arms are standard across all school bus models. Amenities do vary by vehicle, so if your group has a specific need, note it in the form or call 507-816-0110 and a live agent will find the right fit!
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 507-816-0110 before booking.
How much is a School Bus rental?
School bus rentals in Rochester cost $205–$365 per hour on weekdays, $240–$380 per hour on weekends, and $1,670–$2,335 per day. A Tuesday field trip from Hoover Elementary to the History Center of Olmsted County on West Circle Drive Southwest prices differently than a Saturday all-day charter to Valleyfair in Shakopee. Rochester's calendar has a few dates that tighten availability fast — Rochesterfest in late June and Mayo Clinic graduation weekends in May are two of the busiest stretches.
Book early for those dates. The fastest way to see numbers for your specific trip? No need to fear, 30-second online pricing is here!
Enter your date, group size, and pickup location to compare school buses from a network of companies serving Rochester — no account needed. Or call 507-816-0110 any time and a live agent will build a custom quote around your itinerary!
| 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 507-816-0110. | ||||