Charter Bus Rentals San Rafael, California

Charter bus rental prices in San Rafael typically range from $197–$519 per hour or $1,600–$3,800 per day, depending on vehicle size, trip length, and season. Minibuses (18–25 passengers) are less expensive than full-size coaches (up to 56 passengers). Get an exact quote fast by calling our team anytime!

Example #1: A biotech firm in the Marin Biomedical Innovation Zone needs a 56-passenger bus for a two-day conference at the Moscone Center in San Francisco. The driver will stay overnight with the group and handle daily hotel shuttles. The company receives a quote for $4,200 and tips 15%. Final cost including gratuity: $4,830.

Example #2: A local high school baseball team from Terra Linda is traveling with 20 players, coaches, and equipment to a weekend tournament in Sacramento. They book a 50-seat coach for $2,500 and add a 10% driver tip. Final cost including gratuity: $2,750.

Example #3: A wedding party of 30 guests needs roundtrip transportation from San Rafael to a vineyard venue in Sonoma County. They book a minibus for $1,800 and tip the driver 20%. Final cost including gratuity: $2,160.

Example #4: A corporate client books a 40-passenger shuttle for a four-day employee training session at their San Rafael campus. The total rental fee is $6,000, and they include a 15% gratuity. Final cost including gratuity: $6,900.

Several factors influence charter bus rental pricing in San Rafael, including the type and size of vehicle, duration of the trip, total mileage, time of year, and demand around major events like the Marin County Fair, Dipsea Race, or local festivals. Additional costs may include tolls across the Golden Gate Bridge, parking fees at venues, and driver accommodations for multi-day trips. 

Yes, San Rafael Charter Bus provides ADA-accessible and wheelchair-friendly buses upon request. Please let us know your accessibility needs when booking so we can assign a vehicle with lifts, securement areas, and other required features. We ensure all passengers travel comfortably and safely.

San Rafael Charter Bus serves school field trips to the Bay Area Discovery Museum, corporate shuttles to the Marin Civic Center, wedding parties to Peacock Gap Golf Club, sports teams heading to games at the Golden Gate Bridge fields, church retreats, airport transfers to SFO/OAK, and special events like the Mill Valley Film Festival.

We offer minibuses seating 18–25 passengers, midsize shuttle buses for 30–40, and full-size coaches up to 56 seats. Popular models include the Grech Motors GM33, Ford E450/E550, and Freightliner M2-based coaches. All vehicles have forward-facing seats; larger buses add restrooms and luggage bays.

Standard amenities on our charter buses include reclining seats, individual reading lights, air conditioning, overhead parcel racks, and USB/power outlets at each row. Larger coaches add restrooms, underfloor luggage compartments, video monitors with DVD/Blu-ray players, PA systems, and Wi-Fi with HDMI input. Contact us to confirm specific features by model.

You should book your charter bus at least 4–6 weeks in advance to secure the best availability and pricing. If your trip falls during peak times—like the Marin County Fair, Dipsea Race, or wedding season—you should reserve your vehicle even earlier, ideally 2–3 months ahead. Last-minute bookings may face limited options and higher rates due to increased demand.

You can get a quote by calling our reservation team anytime at 628-888-8650 or using the online form on our website. Provide details about your trip—including pickup location, destination, number of passengers, and travel dates—and we’ll give you an instant price estimate. It’s quick, easy, and there’s no obligation to book.

Your quote includes the base rental fee for the bus and driver. Additional expenses such as tolls (e.g., Golden Gate Bridge), driver accommodations for multi-day trips, cleaning fees, and parking passes are not included. For example, parking at Oracle Park ranges from $100–$150 depending on the lot. Please contact us for an itemized breakdown of potential extra costs.

To book a bus from San Rafael Charter Bus, call our reservation line at 628-888-8650 or use the online quote tool on our website. Once you receive a quote, you can confirm your reservation by signing the contract electronically and submitting a deposit. The remaining balance is due before the date of your trip.

San Rafael Charter Bus services all areas of Marin County and the greater Bay Area, including San Francisco, Oakland, Berkeley, Richmond, Petaluma, Novato, Mill Valley, Sausalito, and more. We handle local and long-distance trips anywhere you need to go.