Frequently Asked Questions About Charter Bus Rentals in Lawrence

The cost of a Lawrence charter bus rental typically ranges from $1,500 to $4,000+ per day, $197–$519 per hour, or $150–$350+ per trip depending on the size of the vehicle, length of trip, and other factors. Minibuses generally cost $1,200–$3,500 per day while full-size charter buses average $2,000–$4,500+ per day. Multi-day and longer-distance trips are priced by the day or by total mileage.

Major factors affecting your price include the type and size of bus (minibus vs. full-size coach), number of passengers, total trip mileage, number of days/hours, time of year (peak season = higher rates), and any special amenities requested. Additional expenses like tolls, parking, and driver hotel rooms (for multi-day trips) are not included in the base rate.

Getting a quote is fast and easy—just call 785-592-8240, use our online form, or text us your trip details. Once we have your pickup location, destination, headcount, and travel dates, we’ll build a custom package and send you a personalized quote with pictures and prices in under 30 seconds. You can even book and pay your deposit right from your phone!

Your quote includes the bus, driver, fuel, and any standard onboard amenities. It does NOT include tolls, parking fees, or the driver’s hotel room (if required). Those will be billed separately or paid directly by you during the trip. Gratuity is not included but is customary and appreciated.

You should book your Lawrence bus rental at least 6–12 months in advance—especially if your trip falls during peak season (April–June for school trips/weddings, August–October for sports/travel). Buses are first come, first served, and the best vehicles sell out fast. Last-minute bookings may have limited availability and higher prices.

Bus Rental Company Lawrence offers 18-passenger minibuses, 20-passenger minibuses, 25-passenger minibuses, and 56-passenger full-size charter buses—all available for rent anywhere in Lawrence, Douglas County, or statewide. Every vehicle comes with cushioned seats, powerful A/C, and optional upgrades like WiFi or leather upholstery. Need something specific? Just ask—we’ll match you with the perfect bus for your group size and budget.

Amenities vary by vehicle but can include cushioned reclining seats, armrests, headrests, powerful air conditioning, overhead parcel racks, luggage storage, PA system or wireless microphone, flat-screen monitors, DVD/Blu-ray player, HDMI/VGA inputs, 110V/USB power outlets, WiFi, tray tables, footrests, window shades, and onboard restroom with toilet and sink. Full-size coaches have the most features; minibuses have fewer options.

Yes, our 56-passenger charter buses come equipped with a bathroom. This makes them ideal for longer trips, such as shuttles to Kansas City International Airport or road trips with the Jayhawks basketball team. Our minibuses do not have a bathroom onboard, but your driver can make stops as needed on shorter trips.

Yes, many of our Lawrence charter buses have outlets and USB ports available for your use. This allows you to keep your devices charged when you’re on the road, whether you’re using them for business or leisure. Be sure to mention that you want a bus with outlets when you call to book so we can confirm their availability.

Yes, we have Lawrence charter buses with Wi-Fi available! Wi-Fi is a great amenity to have if you’re traveling with students who want to stream content or business professionals who need to check emails on the road. Be sure to request a bus with Wi-Fi when you book your trip so we can confirm availability and provide you with the right bus.

Yes! We can provide bus rentals for trips anywhere in Kansas or out-of-state—including popular destinations like Kansas City, Manhattan, Topeka, Wichita, Omaha, Lincoln, Oklahoma City, and more. Whether you’re planning a multi-day tour, an airport transfer to MCI, or a one-way charter to another city, we’ll make sure you get there comfortably and on time.

Yes. For overnight or multi-day trips, you are responsible for booking and paying for a hotel room for your driver. The room must be a private, single-occupancy room (not shared with passengers) and should be at least a 2-star property like Holiday Inn Express, Hampton Inn, Comfort Suites, etc. If your hotel is sold out, you’ll need to get you a nearby property with availability. Drivers cannot sleep on the bus. This ensures they are rested and compliant with federal Hours of Service regulations.

We regularly serve all major concert venues in and around Lawrence including Liberty Hall, The Bottleneck, Granada Theater, Lied Center of Kansas, and larger regional arenas like T-Mobile Center (Kansas City), Azura Amphitheater (Bonner Springs), Uptown Theater, Midland Theatre, Starlight Theatre, Sandstone Amphitheater, Sprint Center, Arrowhead Stadium, and Kauffman Stadium. Whether you’re heading to a show downtown or organizing group transportation to a music festival out of town, we’ll get you there comfortably and on time.

We serve every major airport in the region, including Kansas City International Airport (MCI), Topeka Regional Airport (FOE), Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport (ICT), and Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK). We also handle private jet FBO transfers at Signature Flight Support, Atlantic Aviation, and local municipal airfields. Need a hotel shuttle to the Marriott MCI, Hilton Kansas City Airport, or Embassy Suites KCI? We do that too.

We serve every city, town, and county in Kansas and the entire Midwest region—including Topeka, Kansas City, Overland Park, Olathe, Manhattan, Wichita, Lenexa, Shawnee, Leavenworth, Baldwin City, Eudora, Tonganoxie, De Soto, Bonner Springs, Gardner, Ottawa, Emporia, Junction City, Salina, Hays, Great Bend, Dodge City, Hutchinson, Newton, McPherson, Augusta, El Dorado, Andover, Derby, Winfield, Arkansas City, Chanute, Fort Scott, Parsons, Pittsburg, Independence, Coffeyville, Columbus, Holton, Sabetha, Seneca, Marysville, Concordia, Clay Center, Abilene, Council Grove, Wamego, St. Marys, Rossville, Silver Lake, Meriden, Valley Falls, Oskaloosa, Perry, Ozawkie, McLouth, Lansing, Basehor, Edwardsville, Mission, Prairie Village, Roeland Park, Fairway, Mission Hills, Westwood, and Riverside.

We provide transportation to every major event and festival in the region—including the Lawrence Busker Festival, Free State Festival, Kansas Craft Brewers Expo, Maple Leaf Festival (Baldwin City), Wakarusa Music & Camping Festival, Winfield Bluegrass Festival, Symphony in the Flint Hills, Smoky Hill River Festival (Salina), Wichita Riverfest, Kansas State Fair (Hutchinson), Old Shawnee Days, Lenexa Spinach Festival, Johnson County Old Settlers Days, Topeka Jazz Festival, Tulip Time, Apple Blossom Festival, Cider Days, Washunga Days, Junction City Rodeo, Abilene Chisholm Trail Days, Cowley County Fair, Neewollah (Independence), and more. If it’s happening in Kansas, we’ll get you there.

We serve every major sports venue in the region—including Allen Fieldhouse, David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium, Rock Chalk Park, Hoglund Ballpark, Anschutz Sports Pavilion, Haskell Stadium, Lawrence Sports Pavilion, Clinton Lake Softball Complex, Douglas County Fairgrounds Arena, T-Mobile Center (Kansas City), Arrowhead Stadium, Kauffman Stadium, Children’s Mercy Park, Sporting KC Training Facility, Cable Dahmer Arena (Independence), Municipal Auditorium, Hy-Vee Arena, Wichita Riverfront Stadium, INTRUST Bank Arena, Koch Arena, Bill Snyder Family Stadium (Manhattan), Bramlage Coliseum, Topeka Expocentre, Lee Arena (Washburn), Yager Stadium, Emporia State Welch Stadium, Hutchinson Sports Arena, and Great Bend Sports Complex. Whether you’re traveling with a KU fan group, local high school team, or youth sports league, we’ll get you to the big game on time.