Need to know how much your New Orleans charter bus rental costs? Look no further. While we at Easy New Orleans pride ourselves on fully customized reservations—which means no two New Orleans bus rentals will be priced the same—the average cost of a charter bus rental or minibus rental is as follows:
No matter what kind of ride you need in New Orleans, our reservation team has the network and know-how to provide a free, no-obligation quote when you call (504) 474-6185. Don’t worry about hidden fees or surprise costs—the cost you hear for your New Orleans bus rental will be what you pay.
Many factors go into the final price of your bus rental in New Orleans. Here are just a few variables we take into account when we offer your group a customized estimate:
Time of year: Some seasons are busier than others when it comes to group transportation services. Summer months and the holiday season tend to book quickly for events like family vacations, graduations, and end-of-year trips. Due to higher demand, your bus rental may cost more than if you book in the off-season.
Distance traveled: Depending on how far you travel and how long you’re on the road, your charter bus in New Orleans may be priced by day, mileage, or hour. As a rule of thumb, shorter day trips are generally charged by the hour, long-distance bus rentals are typically charged by the mile, and overnight trips are more likely to be charged by the day.
Passenger count: The size of your group will determine how big or small your motorcoach will be—which will affect the overall price. Expect a smaller vehicle like a sprinter van rental to cost less than a larger coach bus such as a 56-passenger charter bus.
Gratuity for your driver: While tips are never required, most travel groups offer their charter bus driver a tip that’s equal to 5 to 10 percent of the cost of their bus rental. Just let us know if you’d like to have the cost of gratuity rolled into your reservation, so no one has to worry about paying towards the end of their trip.
Parking fees, tolls, and other expenses: Keep in mind that you will need to factor in expenses such as tolls and parking fees. For overnight trips, you will be responsible for acquiring adequate lodging for your bus driver—they are required to take an 8-hour break after 10 hours of driving and 15 consecutive hours on the clock.
Need to be mindful of your budget? Here are a few ways groups can save when renting a charter bus in New Orleans:
If you can, avoid peak travel months in the summertime and winter holidays and book your group trip during the off-season for greater availability and potentially cheaper bus rates.
Finalize your headcount early. Not only will this help your Easy New Orleans Charter Bus representative find the ideal motorcoach to fit your group’s size, but you’ll also be less likely to rent a bus that’s bigger than what your group needs.
When planning overnight trips, consider asking your hotel if they offer discounted lodging or even a free room for bus drivers—many do!
Now you know the basic rate ranges, factors that contribute to the cost of your bus rental, and a few ways to save money on your reservation. If you’re still unsure about what to expect as to how much your bus rental will cost, here are some examples of group trips we can help you plan and an estimated cost for each.
