School Bus Rental
Bringing a group of students, chaperones, or faculty across Philadelphia just got a whole lot simpler with Philadelphiacoachbusservice.com! Whether you need a school bus rental for a field trip to the Philadelphia Museum of Art, a campus tour at Temple University, or a district-wide academic event downtown, Philadelphiacoachbusservice.com makes it easy to compare school buses from a large network of independently owned transportation companies serving Philadelphia and the surrounding region. No account needed!
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More About School Buses
With one quick form, you can instantly compare different school bus types from a large network of independent transportation companies serving Philadelphia, so you're never stuck with whatever one company happens to have available on your date. The network includes Type A mini school buses and Type B small school buses, both seating approximately 10 to 24 adults and ideal for smaller student groups headed to destinations like the Franklin Institute (222 N 20th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103) or a local community service site. Need more room?
A Type C large conventional school bus seats approximately 44 to 48 adults, plenty of space for a full classroom plus chaperones traveling to Independence National Historical Park (6th and Market Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19106). Compare them all, side by side, in one place! Buses at the Franklin Institute drop off and pick up directly in front of the museum on 20th Street, with a 10-minute loading period, and bus parking is not available on site.
Your bus can unload the group at the museum, then use off-site bus parking. For Independence National Historical Park, start at the Independence Visitor Center at 6th and Market Streets, while motor-coach parking is at the Callowhill Bus Center between 2nd and 3rd Streets.
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 445-285-5740 to view current vehicle options, photos, availability, and pricing. Confirm the exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
Popular Amenities on School Bus Rentals
When comparing school bus rentals in Philadelphia, choose the amenities that fit your group’s needs for a comfortable and productive trip. When comparing options, consider whether your group needs padded bench seating, a PA system, climate control for trips near Fairmount Park or on the way back from Reading Terminal Market (51 N 12th St, Philadelphia, PA 19107), and overhead storage for backpacks, lunches, and educational materials. ADA-accessible school bus rentals are also available through the network, so mention your needs when you request your quote through Philadelphiacoachbusservice.com, and the support team will help you compare options for your students!
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 445-285-5740 before booking.
How much does a School Bus cost to rent?
Keep your school trip budget on track when you compare school bus rental pricing in Philadelphia through Philadelphiacoachbusservice.com! Rates in the network run $205 to $365 per hour on weekdays and $240 to $380 per hour on weekends, with full-day rates available from $1,670 to $2,335 per day, making it easy to plan a budget whether you're booking a quick two-hour round trip to Eastern State Penitentiary (2027 Fairmount Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19130) or a full-day excursion out to Valley Forge National Historical Park (1400 N Outer Line Dr, King of Prussia, PA 19406). At Eastern State Penitentiary, the entrance is on Fairmount Avenue between 21st and 22nd Streets, but buses cannot park on site or on surrounding streets; the Callowhill Bus Center is the designated bus parking location for Parkway attractions.
At Valley Forge, buses can drop off and pick up in front of the visitor center, then park at the Lower Visitor Center or Washington’s Headquarters lots and leave the drop-off area while waiting. The park’s “Riding Through History” school program takes classes of 15 to 65 on one or two buses, with groups boarding and returning at the visitor center. Final pricing depends on your group size, how many hours you need the bus, and which vehicle type fits your headcount best.
Fill out one quick form to get instant online school bus quotes from a network of Philadelphia providers, no account needed, or call 445-285-5740 any day of the year to get a free, personalized quote built around YOUR trip, YOUR schedule, and YOUR budget!
| 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 445-285-5740. | ||||