Charter Bus Prices: How to Calculate Your Albuquerque Bus Rental Costs
We know that price is the number one question mark when it comes to booking a bus rental in Albuquerque for your group trip. While the only way to know the exact price of your charter bus is to call our team at (505) 709-1474, we have provided a general idea of the cost along with different factors that will affect your price quote below.
| Bus Type | Per Hour | Per Day | Per Mile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charter Bus | $160 – $230 | $1,620 – $2,100 | $5.75 – $7.20 |
| Minibus | $145 – $200 | $1,500 – $1,920 | $5.00 – $7.00 |
*The above prices are estimates. The actual cost of your Albuquerque charter bus will differ based on factors such as the ones outlined below.
**There is a 5-hour minimum for daily rentals. You may incur extra charges for mile overages - ask a representative for more details when you call.
Factors Affecting the Cost of an Albuquerque Charter Bus Rental
When determining the Albuquerque charter bus rental cost for your trip, our team of skilled reservation specialists takes numerous factors into account to get you to the final number.
Travel dates: If you plan on booking a charter bus during the summer months or holidays like Thanksgiving or Christmas, you can expect prices to be a bit higher. These tend to be the most popular months for booking charter buses.
Duration and distance: A short, local trip would end up costing less money than one that is longer distance or takes place over multiple days. If you have a multi-day trip or your driver will be behind the wheel more than 10 consecutive hours in a row, they are required by law to take an 8 hour break. Be sure to budget in a cost for their hotel room, and ask ahead to see if the hotel can give you a discount on their room. You never know!
Passenger Count: As one of the most important pieces of information we need, this largely determines what size charter bus you end up being matched with. Be sure to have this number finalized so that you don’t end up paying for a bigger bus than you need if people drop out of your trip.
Booking time: Calling sooner is a great way to get a better rate. The more in advance you book, the more availability we will have in our network. Calling closer to your travel dates limits your options and can increase the cost of your bus, though we can always do our best to work you in for last-minute unexpected travel. This is especially helpful if you are booking a construction shuttle bus or another long-term option like a corporate charter bus for employee shuttle services.
Keep in mind that not everything is included in the cost of your Albuquerque charter bus. Your rental costs cover your vehicle and insurance, the services of a trained bus driver, and fuel. However, parking fees and tolls along with the tip for your driver is not included in the cost. If you ever have any questions about what is or isn’t included in the cost of your charter bus, we would be happy to clear that up for you when you call.
Wondering how this plays out in the real world? Below are a few examples of the kinds of charter bus rentals in Albuquerque that you can rent from our network along with hypothetical pricing. It should give you a good idea of how the rental process works before you give our team a call!
A Field Trip to the ABQ BioPark Zoo
A middle school teacher wants to take her class to the ABQ BioPark Zoo. She has a total of 20 students and is bringing two chaperones. The zoo is a little over an hour away from the school, so she is looking for transportation options with TVs to keep her students entertained. She decides to book a field trip charter bus with us and is matched with a 25-passenger minibus that has ample space for eight hours. Due to the distance, she is charged for one full day, leaving her total at $1,550.
The Bachelorette Weekend in Santa Fe
A bride planning a more lowkey bachelorette party wants to book a wedding charter bus to Santa Fe to spend a weekend enjoying all the museums and historical sites like the Loretto Chapel. She and her 8 bridesmaids are matched with an 18-passenger minibus and book it for one full day for a total of $1,700. This brings their transportation to only about $189 a person. And allows them to enjoy their trip to the fullest without having to worry about driving or parking.
Festival Shuttles at the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
The logistics planner for the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta needs to find a charter bus company that will allow them to book six different charter buses for the weekend to serve as parking shuttles for the event. He calls our team and is matched with several full-size charter bus rentals for the weekend that come with ADA-accessible features. He gets a better deal on pricing for calling well in advance and booking more than one bus, making his total $1,500 per bus per day, or $18,000 for two days.
Book a Charter Bus in Albuquerque Today
Join the countless happy customers who have booked tailored charter bus services in Albuquerque for events of all kinds! The Albuquerque Charter Bus Company team is available 24/7 to answer any commonly asked charter bus questions and get you a free, no-obligation price quote in no time. Let us show you how easy it is to book a charter bus that has everything you need. We look forward to speaking with you when you call (505) 709-1474!