School Bus Rental
You can count on Busrentalsantabarbara.com to make finding a school bus rental in Santa Barbara, California fast, easy, and completely hassle-free! Instead of calling company after company and waiting on callbacks, you fill out one quick form and instantly compare school buses and rates from a large network of independently owned transportation companies serving Santa Barbara and the surrounding area. Whether you need a compact Type A mini school bus for a small group or a full-size Type C conventional school bus for a larger group, you'll see vehicles, photos, and pricing in under 30 seconds — no account required.
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More About School Buses
Busrentalsantabarbara.com helps you find the right school bus for your group size, your route, and your budget — all in one place! Through the network, you'll find Type A mini school buses and Type B small school buses seating approximately 10 to 24 adults, perfect for smaller groups heading to a field trip at the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History (2559 Puesta del Sol, Santa Barbara, CA 93105) or a day trip along the coast. Need more room?
A Type C large conventional school bus seats approximately 44 to 48 adults and is a great fit for bigger groups making the run to the Santa Barbara Zoo or up to the Santa Ynez Valley. You get the right size for your group — not whatever one company happens to have left on the lot!
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 805-259-1025 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
For a no-frills, reliable ride that gets your whole group from point A to point B safely and on schedule, a school bus rental in Santa Barbara is hard to beat! School buses available through the network come with high-back padded bench seating, large windows for plenty of natural light, and climate control to keep everyone comfortable on warm Santa Barbara afternoons. Overhead storage keeps backpacks and bags off the aisle floor, and the wide center aisle makes boarding and exiting quick and easy for large groups.
ADA-accessible school buses are available through the network too — just mention it when you fill out your quote! Whether you need a smaller Type A mini bus or a full-size Type C conventional model, you'll find the features your group needs right here!
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 805-259-1025 before booking.
How much does a School Bus cost to rent?
Whatever your budget looks like, Busrentalsantabarbara.com makes it incredibly easy to find real school bus pricing for your exact trip in Santa Barbara in under 30 seconds! School bus rentals in Santa Barbara cost $205–$365 per hour on weekdays, $240–$380 per hour on weekends, and $1,670–$2,335 per day. Your exact quote depends on the bus size, your pickup location, how many hours you need, and your specific date — a weekend field trip to Stearns Wharf will price differently than a Tuesday afternoon shuttle across town.
The fastest way to see numbers for your trip? Enter your date, group size, and pickup location into the online quote tool and you'll have pricing from a network of independently owned transportation companies serving Santa Barbara in seconds — no account needed. Or call 805-259-1025 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 805-259-1025. | ||||