Party & Charter Bus Prices: How to Calculate Your Detroit Bus Rental Costs

Renting a party bus or charter bus in Detroit can vary significantly based on your specific needs and requirements. The cost depends on factors like the duration of your trip, the number of passengers, the amenities you desire, and the time of year you plan to travel. Longer trips, larger groups, and additional amenities like onboard restrooms or entertainment systems will increase the overall cost. However, booking during the off-season or for shorter local trips can help reduce expenses. To get an accurate quote tailored to your unique circumstances, simply call 313-209-8443 or visit our website to utilize our easy online booking tool and receive a real-time price estimate in just 30 seconds!

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Here are some estimated price ranges to get you started planning your budget:

Hourly Rates
Vehicles	Hourly Minium Prices
Limousines
6 Passenger Limousine	$ 155-265 per hour
8 Passenger Limousine	$ 155-265 per hour
10 Passenger Limousine	$ 155-265 per hour
14 Passenger Limousine	$ 155-285 per hour
16 Passenger Limousine	$ 155-335 per hour
18 Passenger Limousine	$ 155-335 per hour
20 Passenger Limousine	$ 200-335 per hour
Coach Buses
18 Passenger Mini Bus	$155-300 per hour
20 Passenger Minibus	$155-300 per hour
25 Passenger Mini Bus	$155-320 per hour
50 Passenger Coach Bus	$195-400 per hour
56 Passenger Charter Bus	$195-400 per hour
School Bus Rental	$185-350 per hour
Party Limo Buses
14 Passenger Sprinter Party Bus	$185-355 per hour
15 Passenger Party Bus	$185-355 per hour
20 Passenger Party Bus	$235-355 per hour
30 Passenger Party Bus	$295-400 per hour
35 Passenger Party Bus	$295-400 per hour
40 Passenger Party Bus	$295-440 per hour
50 Passenger Party Bus	$300-500 per hour

The pricing listed above are just estimated rates and can vary significantly based due to COVID, inflation, and availability. To get more accurate pricing based on your trip, please give us a call and we’ll get you a quote right over the phone.

How Your Cost is Calculated

Determining the rental price for a charter bus or party bus in Detroit, Michigan depends on several factors. We will break down each of these key factors below to help you understand how bus rental pricing is calculated. While a pricing table with estimated rates is provided, the actual cost can vary significantly based on your specific trip details. For an accurate quote, it’s best to contact us directly.

Distance and Duration

The distance and duration of your trip are the primary factors determining the cost of your charter bus rental. For local trips around Detroit, such as transporting guests between hotels and venues like Comerica Park or Little Caesars Arena, you’ll likely pay an hourly rate with a minimum rental period. Longer day trips to nearby cities like Ann Arbor or Lansing may be charged a daily rate. For multi-day excursions spanning hundreds of miles, such as a tour of the Great Lakes region, your rate will be calculated based on total mileage. Providing your exact itinerary with pickup and dropoff locations allows us to provide an accurate quote tailored to your group’s needs.

When Your Trip Takes Place

Charter bus rates fluctuate throughout the year, with the busiest and most expensive times being April, May, and June due to graduations, proms, and the start of summer travel season. In Detroit, rates may spike during major sporting events like Detroit Tigers baseball games at Comerica Park or Detroit Lions football games at Ford Field on fall Sundays. Local high school proms and graduations in late spring also drive up demand for buses. To secure the best rates, aim to book your bus rental during the winter months when demand is lower.

Starting and Ending Locations

The starting and ending locations for your Detroit bus rental can significantly impact the overall cost due to varying demand across cities in Michigan. With buses available in every single city throughout the state, we can accommodate your transportation needs no matter where your trip begins or concludes. Larger metropolitan areas like Detroit, Grand Rapids, Warren, Sterling Heights, and Ann Arbor tend to have higher bus availability, which can lead to more competitive pricing. However, if your pickup or drop-off location requires additional travel time for the bus to reach you, known as “deadhead” miles, this will factor into your quote. For example, a trip from Lansing to Detroit, spanning approximately 90 miles, would incur deadhead charges for the bus to travel from its home base to your starting point in Lansing. By providing your exact pickup and drop-off addresses, we can calculate the most accurate pricing for your unique route and ensure a seamless transportation experience.

Type and Number of Buses

The type and number of buses you choose will significantly impact your rental cost. We offer a variety of bus types to suit different group sizes and needs, including party buses, minibuses, entertainer coaches, motorcoaches, and charter buses. Party buses are ideal for celebrations and feature amenities like fiber optic lighting, premium sound systems, and flat-screen TVs, with prices comparable to standard charter buses. Minibuses accommodate up to 35 passengers and cost slightly less than full-sized buses, making them a budget-friendly option for smaller groups. Entertainer coaches, designed for bands and celebrities, offer luxurious amenities like a kitchen, restroom, master suite, and bunk beds, resulting in higher prices. Motorcoaches and charter buses can transport larger groups of up to 56 passengers and provide amenities like restrooms, TV monitors, and luggage space, with prices varying based on factors like trip duration and distance. To get an accurate quote for your specific transportation needs, please contact us directly.

How to Keep Costs Down

To keep charter bus rental costs down in Detroit, Michigan, consider booking during the off-season months like January or February when demand is lower. Avoid scheduling trips during major events like the Detroit Grand Prix in June or Movement Electronic Music Festival in May, as rates will be higher. Routes that require paying tolls on bridges or tunnels to cross into Canada can increase costs, so plan accordingly. Stadium parking fees for venues like Ford Field or Comerica Park should also be factored into your budget. By being mindful of these factors, you can secure a more affordable charter bus rental in the Detroit area.

Get a Quote Today!

Instantly get a quote for your bus rental—whether you need a charter bus, party bus, or shuttle bus—by calling 313-209-8443 or using our easy online quote tool. Our reservation specialists are available 24/7 to provide you with an accurate, personalized quote tailored to your group’s needs—including your desired pickup/drop-off locations, travel dates, group size, and any special amenities you require. With our simple online form, you can get a quote in just minutes without having to pick up the phone. Either way, getting a quote is hassle-free—so you can book your bus with confidence!

Sample Trip Quotes

To give you a ballpark idea, here are some sample quotes for requests we’ve gotten from our customers:

Example #1:

A Detroit high school was planning a campus tour for prospective students and their families. With over 200 attendees expected, they needed a fleet of charter buses to transport everyone comfortably. After calling for a quote, they received a rate of $1,200 per bus for the day, with a minimum requirement of 3 buses. This covered the cost of the buses, team, fuel, and any parking fees for the 8-hour tour around the city’s various college campuses. To accommodate the large group size, they booked 4 full-size charter buses, bringing the total cost to $4,800 for the day’s transportation needs.

Example #2:

A large automotive company in Detroit, Michigan needed transportation for a corporate team-building event. They requested a fleet of 5 charter buses to shuttle 250 employees from their headquarters to a nearby ropes course facility. The trip would take approximately 1 hour each way, with the buses waiting on-site during the 6-hour event. With a total travel time of 8 hours and a large group size, the company was quoted $4,500 for the full-day bus rental. This price included the buses, team, fuel, and parking fees. The per-person cost for this corporate event transportation came out to just $18 when split among all 250 employees – a very affordable group travel option!

Example #3:

A high school basketball team in Detroit, Michigan needed transportation to a multi-day tournament in Cleveland, Ohio. With 12 players, 3 coaches, and plenty of equipment and luggage, they required a full-sized charter bus with at least 56 seats. The total distance for the round trip was approximately 350 miles. Due to the multi-day nature of the event and the longer travel distance, the charter bus company charged a higher daily rate of $1,200 per day for 3 days, totaling $3,600. Additional fees included a $75 parking permit for the tournament venue, a $150 hotel room for the team each night, and a suggested 15% gratuity of $540 for the team. The all-inclusive price for this 3-day sports team charter bus rental came to $4,365, which was a very reasonable $242 per person when split among the full travel party of 18.

Example #4:

A local Detroit middle school organized a field trip for their 8th grade class to tour the Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village. With 120 students and 10 chaperones, the school needed transportation for the day-long excursion. They booked three full-size charter buses to accommodate the entire group. Since the museum is located about 30 miles from the school, the rental cost was calculated based on a daily rate of around $1,500 per bus, plus a team’s hotel stay and gratuity. The total price for the three buses came to roughly $5,000 for the educational day trip.

Example #5:

A bride in Detroit requested a charter bus rental for her wedding day transportation. With 40 guests attending the ceremony and reception, she needed a bus that could comfortably seat everyone along with their luggage and gifts. The bride opted for a 56-passenger coach bus to shuttle her wedding party from the hotel to the church and then to the reception venue afterwards. Since the pickup location was an hour outside of Detroit’s city center, the transportation company charged a higher deadhead fee to account for the additional travel time to and from their bus depot. To accommodate the 6-hour rental period, two professional teams were also required, increasing the overall cost. However, the per-person cost was very reasonable when split among all 40 guests!