Up to 56 passengers
Lock in a spacious 56-passenger charter bus with undercarriage luggage bays, an onboard restroom, and reclining seats for long-distance travel.
- Weekdays
- $205–$385+/hr.
- Weekends
- $225–$410+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,650–$2,950+
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Start with your South Bend pickup location, travel date, and how many people are coming. Add where you're headed and when you need to return, or call us at (574) 999-4160 and we'll take down your details for you. That's it! You only have to share your trip details once, with no account needed and no obligation to book!
In just seconds, you'll land on an easy-to-view search results page showing different buses, interior pictures, rental packages, and online prices for your trip all in one place! Compare party buses, minibuses, sprinter vans, and charter buses from one of the largest networks of bus companies serving the South Bend area without calling company after company. You'll even get your pricing by text and email, so it's easy to share with the group!
Once you've found the bus you love, make your reservation right online through the national booking platform! The booking company handles your reservation and payment, and a confirmation team calls you to go over every pickup, drop-off, and stop on your South Bend itinerary, so everything is set before your trip.
On the day of your trip, an independent local bus company supplies the vehicle for your reservation, and your whole group rides together from the first pickup to the last drop-off! No account needed. No hassle. Yes, finding your next bus in South Bend really can be that easy!
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| What Matters to Your Group | Southbend | Calling a Single South Bend Bus Company |
|---|---|---|
| Bus types | Sprinter vans, 15- to 35-passenger minibuses, 15- to 50-passenger party buses and 56-passenger charter buses, side by side | Only the bus types one company owns, if one is open on your date |
| Getting prices | Online prices in under 30 seconds from one quick form, with no account needed | Calling company after company during business hours, repeating your trip and waiting on callbacks |
| Peak dates | Independent bus companies compete for your trip, even on prom and game dates | One company's peak-date rates, or no bus at all if it's sold out |
| Last-minute and big groups | Same-day rentals, and one bus or several for a wedding, convention or team | Only the buses and drivers one company has free |
| Packages | Hourly, one-way, round-trip, multi-stop, split-time, full-day or multi-day, and call us for less than the standard minimum | That company's own minimums and packages |
| Help | Call us 24/7, 365 days a year | Depends on that company's hours |
| After you book | An instant booking confirmation, then a call to go over every pickup, drop-off and stop | Varies by company |
| Paying | All payments accepted when you book online | That company's own payment options |
Types of Buses Available
What kind of vehicle fits your headcount and budget best? While one local operator might only own school buses and another only has limos, Southbend
Up to 56 passengers
Lock in a spacious 56-passenger charter bus with undercarriage luggage bays, an onboard restroom, and reclining seats for long-distance travel.
Up to 35 passengers
Rent a 35-passenger minibus with overhead parcel racks, climate control, and WiFi for mid-sized corporate shuttles or campus tours.
Up to 30 passengers
Choose a 30-passenger minibus rental to keep wedding guests or sports fans comfortable on routes across St. Joseph County.
Up to 28 passengers
Reserve a nimble 28-passenger minibus with cushioned seating and power outlets for smooth group transfers around downtown South Bend.
Up to 25 passengers
Book a versatile 25-passenger minibus for employee commuter loops, school outings, or hotel shuttles along US-31 and US-20.
Up to 20 passengers
Hop aboard a compact 20-passenger minibus to navigate tight downtown streets near the Morris Performing Arts Center with ease.
Up to 18 passengers
Select an 18-passenger minibus for quick airport pickups at SBN, family reunions, or private sightseeing tours around Michiana.
Up to 15 passengers
Grab a 15-passenger minibus for small group day trips, brewery hops, or fast one-way shuttle transfers.
15 to 50 passengers
Celebrate aboard a 15- to 50-passenger party bus featuring wraparound leather seating, color-changing LED lighting, Bluetooth sound, and wet bars.
11 to 14 passengers
Enjoy executive transfers or intimate group outings in an 11- to 14-passenger sprinter van rental with a driver.
We can find any size or type of bus your group needs. Just call us at (574) 999-4160.
*Photos are examples from one of the largest networks of independent bus companies and may not show the exact vehicle offered for your trip. Fill out the (no account needed!) or call us at (574) 999-4160 to see current vehicle options, pictures, availability, and pricing, and confirm the exact vehicle and amenities before booking.
Our Onboard Amenities
Coordinating group travel around northern Indiana is a breeze when your vehicle has the exact features your passengers want! Through our network, you can compare charter buses and minibuses equipped with fast onboard WiFi, individual power outlets, flat-screen TVs with DVD players, PA systems, plush reclining seats, and onboard restrooms. Planning a celebration night out or a tailgate run? You can also filter for party buses loaded with Bluetooth audio systems, fiber-optic LED lighting, and built-in refreshment bars!
Amenities are common features that may be available on buses. Exact features vary by vehicle, provider, and availability. To confirm the amenities on a specific bus offered for your trip, call us at (574) 999-4160 before booking.
Our Pricing & Packages
Use our 30-second online quote tool to view real-time South Bend charter bus pricing without ever creating an account! Your rate depends on your travel dates, vehicle size, and whether you book an hourly, one-way, round-trip, or multi-day package. Buses book up fast during Notre Dame football Saturdays in the fall, May commencement weekends, and spring prom season, so locking in your ride early saves you money. Don't need a standard 2- to 5-hour windows? Call the 365-day team for shorter custom blocks and exclusive phone discounts!
| Type of Vehicle | Cost Per Hour (Weekdays)* | Cost Per Hour (Weekends)* | Cost Per Day* | Cost Per Mile* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 56 Passenger Charter Bus | $205–$385+ | $225–$410+ | $1,650–$2,950+ | $6.20–$8.95+ |
| 35 Passenger Minibus | $225–$370+ | $255–$385+ | $1,815–$2,415+ | $6.20–$8.95+ |
| 30 Passenger Minibus | $205–$365+ | $240–$380+ | $1,670–$2,335+ | $5.90–$8.60+ |
| 28 Passenger Minibus | $190–$355+ | $220–$370+ | $1,540–$2,255+ | $5.65–$8.25+ |
| 25 Passenger Minibus | $190–$350+ | $195–$365+ | $1,420–$2,180+ | $5.40–$7.90+ |
| 20 Passenger Minibus | $190–$340+ | $190–$355+ | $1,300–$2,080+ | $5.15–$7.50+ |
| 18 Passenger Minibus | $190–$330+ | $190–$350+ | $1,210–$1,990+ | $5.00–$7.25+ |
| 15 Passenger Minibus | $180–$310+ | $180–$330+ | $1,150–$1,880+ | $4.75–$6.95+ |
| 15-50 Passenger Party Bus | $248–$426+ | $265–$460+ | $1,827–$2,954+ | $6.75–$9.95+ |
| Sprinter Van with Driver | $190–$373+ | $218–$466+ | $1,395–$2,848+ | $5.00–$6.95+ |
*Rates shown are general estimates from one of the largest networks of independent bus companies serving South Bend. Your exact price depends on your travel date, trip length, and the bus you pick—and you can see it in under 30 seconds on your online quote, with no account needed! Standard hourly minimums are typically 2 hours Monday through Wednesday (or earlier in the day), 3+ hours after 5 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, and up to 5 hours on peak dates. Don't need that much time? Just call us at (574) 999-4160 any day of the year—we can often set up less time, a one-way transfer, a split-time shuttle, or a custom package built around YOUR schedule!
Book your bus right online and use any payment method you like, since every payment option is accepted!
Most hourly trips have a 2- to 5-hour minimum (often 2 hours Monday through Wednesday or earlier in the day, 3 hours or more after 5 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, and up to 5 hours on the busiest dates), or you can book a one-way transfer, round-trip shuttle, or multi-day package so you only pay for what you need!
Buses book up fast for spring proms, Lerner shows, Notre Dame football, and New Year's Eve. But because one of the largest networks of independent bus companies serving South Bend competes for your business, you're never stuck with one fleet's high peak rates!
Want our very best deals? Call us at (574) 999-4160 any day of the year. We love offering you better rates, amazing discounts, and custom packages when you reach out directly!
Compare bus prices in under 30 seconds with no account needed, and know upfront that outside trip costs like tolls, venue bus parking passes, and overnight driver hotel rooms are billed separately, so there are no surprises.
Every time you get a quote, we send a copy straight to your text and email, so it's super easy to work out the per-person cost (about $29–$53 per person for a full day on a full 56-passenger charter bus!) and share it with your group chat!
Services We Offer
Browse a large selection of customizable group transportation services in South Bend, Indiana for everything from single-bus transfers to 10+ bus convention fleets! Share your itinerary once to compare packages online in under 30 seconds, and count on our confirmation department to verify every stop after you book.
On your next group flight into South Bend International Airport (SBN) at 4477 Progress Drive, book a private South Bend airport shuttle for curbside pickup right outside Baggage Claim along Terminal Drive. We also offer same-day airport transfers for delayed flights and long-distance runs to Chicago O'Hare (ORD) and Midway (MDW) via I-80/I-90!
You're never limited to one fleet or stuck paying 3x rideshare surge prices when you book a South Bend concert charter bus! Your driver can drop your group off right on N Michigan Street outside the historic Morris Performing Arts Center before staging off-site. Headed to a major outdoor festival or amphitheater show across Indiana? Ride together with Bluetooth sound and cold A/C!
Ready to streamline your next trade show or conference at the Century Center? You can reserve a single executive sprinter van or a multi-bus fleet with onboard WiFi and power outlets!
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Find discreet, punctual government and military bus rentals in South Bend for agency travel, ROTC movements, and National Guard drills near the Armed Forces Reserve Center on Kemble Avenue. Through our network, you can secure DoD-compliant motorcoaches with huge undercarriage bays for rucksacks and gear, including same-day dispatch!
We make out-of-town road trips effortless when you book a long-distance charter bus from South Bend! Cruise west on I-80/I-90 to Chicago, head south down US-31 to Indianapolis, or travel into Michigan with a 56-passenger motorcoach built for the highway. Your group will love having an onboard restroom, TV monitors, power outlets, and extra legroom for the haul.
Moving a crowd for a family reunion, brewery tour, or festival in downtown South Bend has never been simpler! Book a private event bus rental to drop your group off along Jefferson Boulevard for a riverwalk outing at Howard Park or tour the historic mansion at the Studebaker National Museum. You set the exact pickup times and stops. We'll even send your quote by text and email so sharing costs with your group is easy!
Parents love having a driver behind the wheel, and students love celebrating aboard a 15- to 50-passenger party bus with LED lighting, wraparound leather couches, and Bluetooth sound. Take pre-dance photos at Potawatomi Park or along the Notre Dame quads before getting dropped off right at your venue entrance at Palais Royale or the Gillespie Conference Center. Remember to book early in the spring before prom weekend fleets sell out!
Book a religious group bus rental in South Bend for Sunday worship shuttles, visits to the famous Basilica of the Sacred Heart, or multi-day fellowship conferences across Indiana. You can easily request an ADA-accessible coach with a wheelchair lift so every member of your ministry rides together in comfort!
Through a network of operators, upgrading from a bumpy yellow school bus to an air-conditioned school field trip charter bus with seat belts and TV screens takes just seconds! Your driver can unload students at the Potawatomi Zoo entrance lot at 500 S Greenlawn Avenue or coordinate campus visits at Saint Mary's College and Indiana University South Bend (IUSB).
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Fill out one form to compare South Bend wedding shuttle buses and party buses that keep your big day running right on schedule! Whether you're exchanging vows at the Basilica of the Sacred Heart on campus or hosting a reception at the historic Palais Royale or the Armory Event Center on S Eddy Street, your shuttle bridges the gap between hotel blocks at the Morris Inn or downtown Courtyard by Marriott. Out-of-town guests won't have to hunt for downtown parking or worry about driving after the champagne toast. Plus, our confirmation department calls to verify every hotel pickup and venue transfer before your wedding weekend!
If you didn't see your service above, we can still help you since we serve every event! Just call us at (574) 999-4160!
Events We Serve
Cross transportation stress off your checklist for high-demand dates like Notre Dame home football games, university graduations in May, the South Bend Cubs season, and Art Beat downtown! Because our network connects you with dozens of independent bus companies competing for your trip, you can secure one shuttle or a 10+ bus fleet even during peak Michiana event weekends.
We serve every South Bend event, big or small. Just call us at (574) 999-4160.
Serving All of South Bend and Surrounding Areas
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Plan Your Trip With Confidence!
Not sure what to expect, how to pay, or if you've never rented a charter bus before? Let us help! Just call us at (574) 999-4160, every single day of the year.
Contact usYou can see live bus photos, availability, and pricing in under 30 seconds by filling out one quick online form—with no account needed! We'll also send a copy of your quotes by text and email so you can easily share them with your group.
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On Fighting Irish game days, oversized charter buses typically park in the designated White Field Bus Lot located off Douglas Road north of campus, with prepaid passes arranged in advance through university parking services. After you book, our confirmation department will call to go over your exact game-day drop-off and staging details!
In one search, you can compare 56-passenger charter buses, 15- to 35-passenger minibuses (including 15, 18, 20, 25, 28, 30, and 35-passenger models), 15- to 50-passenger party buses, and 11- to 14-passenger sprinter vans with a driver. Every vehicle type is shown with interior photos and amenities side by side!
Book With Southbend
In under 30 seconds, you can stop calling company after company and compare the best buses in South Bend, Indiana all in one place! Fill out our quick online quote form right now—no account needed—to see photos and live pricing, or call our reservation specialists 365 days a year for custom packages and exclusive phone discounts. Let's get your South Bend trip booked and ready to roll!