Up to 56 passengers
A full-size 56-passenger charter bus rental offers undercarriage luggage bays, an onboard restroom, and reclining seats for big groups.
- Weekdays
- $205–$385+/hr.
- Weekends
- $225–$410+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,650–$2,950+
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Santa Monica Charter Bus Rentals
Ready to compare and book a bus rental in Santa Monica, California without the usual phone tag? With Santamonica
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- 24/7live support, 365 days a year
- Same dayrentals for last-minute plans in Santa Monica
- Up to 56passengers on one charter bus, plus minibuses and vans
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How to Rent a Charter Bus With Santamonicashuttlebuscompany.com
You don't have to spend hours calling local operators along the Westside one by one to find a ride! Share your pickup location, date, and headcount once to instantly compare buses and packages online—and get your quote sent by text and email. Once you choose the bus you love, book online through the national booking platform, and our confirmation department will call to verify every stop!
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Fill Out One Quick Form
Start with your Santa Monica 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 (424) 525-8900 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!
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Compare Buses, Pictures & Prices
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 Santa Monica 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!
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Choose Your Bus & Book Online
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 Santa Monica itinerary, so everything is set before your trip.
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Enjoy Your Transportation!
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 Santa Monica really can be that easy!
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About Santamonica
Santamonicashuttlebuscompany.com vs. Calling a Single Santa Monica Bus Company
It just got easier to book group transportation in Santa Monica without being limited to one company's garage! A single local operator might only own minibuses or be completely sold out on a busy beach weekend. Because Santamonica
| What Matters to Your Group | Santamonicashuttle | Calling a Single Santa Monica 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
Available Santa Monica Charter Bus Rental Options
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Up to 35 passengers
Rent a spacious 35-passenger minibus with overhead storage, WiFi, and power outlets for mid-sized Santa Monica shuttle routes.
- Weekdays
- $225–$370+/hr.
- Weekends
- $255–$385+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,815–$2,415+
Up to 30 passengers
A 30-passenger minibus rental keeps corporate teams and wedding guests comfortable while navigating busy Ocean Avenue traffic.
- Weekdays
- $205–$365+/hr.
- Weekends
- $240–$380+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,670–$2,335+
Up to 28 passengers
Choose a 28-passenger minibus for easy coastal transfers, complete with cushioned seating, climate control, and overhead parcel racks.
- Weekdays
- $190–$355+/hr.
- Weekends
- $220–$370+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,540–$2,255+
Up to 25 passengers
A 25-passenger minibus rental is ideal for campus tours, Silicon Beach office commutes, and private sightseeing groups.
- Weekdays
- $190–$350+/hr.
- Weekends
- $195–$365+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,420–$2,180+
Up to 20 passengers
Book a nimble 20-passenger minibus to breeze through tight Santa Monica streets and crowded downtown parking zones.
- Weekdays
- $190–$340+/hr.
- Weekends
- $190–$355+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,300–$2,080+
Up to 18 passengers
An 18-passenger minibus rental gives smaller groups a private, air-conditioned shuttle for quick hops around the Westside.
- Weekdays
- $190–$330+/hr.
- Weekends
- $190–$350+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,210–$1,990+
Up to 15 passengers
Reserve a compact 15-passenger minibus for intimate group outings, hotel transfers, and quick neighborhood shuttle loops.
- Weekdays
- $180–$310+/hr.
- Weekends
- $180–$330+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,150–$1,880+
15 to 50 passengers
Turn up the fun with a 15- to 50-passenger party bus featuring LED lighting, Bluetooth sound, and wraparound seating.
- Weekdays
- $248–$426+/hr.
- Weekends
- $265–$460+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,827–$2,954+
11 to 14 passengers
A sprinter van rental with a driver seats 11 to 14 passengers for executive LAX transfers and VIP trips.
- Weekdays
- $190–$373+/hr.
- Weekends
- $218–$466+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,395–$2,848+
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We can find any size or type of bus your group needs. Just call us at (424) 525-8900.
*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 (424) 525-8900 to see current vehicle options, pictures, availability, and pricing, and confirm the exact vehicle and amenities before booking.
Our Onboard Amenities
Popular Santa Monica Bus Amenities Available
Instead of settling for basic transit, you can compare vehicles with the exact features your passengers want! Depending on the bus you choose, your ride through Santa Monica can include onboard WiFi, individual power outlets, flat-screen TVs, plush reclining seats, an onboard restroom, or party bus lighting and wraparound leather seating. Just mention your must-haves—including ADA-accessible lifts—when you request your 30-second quote!
Reclining Seats
Onboard Restroom
Individual Climate Control
Onboard Wi-Fi
Power Outlets
Overhead Storage
Under-Bus Luggage Storage
TV Monitors
PA System
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 (424) 525-8900 before booking.
Our Pricing & Packages
Santa Monica Charter Bus Rental Pricing & Rates
Choose hourly, one-way, round-trip, or multi-day packages tailored to your budget, with instant online pricing in under 30 seconds! Don't need a standard 2- to 5-hour windows? Call (424) 525-8900 for a quick one-way transfer and exclusive phone discounts!
| Type of Vehicle | Cost Per Hour (Weekdays)* | Cost Per Hour (Weekends)* | Cost Per Day* | Cost Per Mile* |
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| 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 Santa Monica. 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 (424) 525-8900 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!
At Santamonicashuttlebuscompany.com, we make Santa Monica bus rentals affordable
Easy, Flexible Payment
Book your bus right online and use any payment method you like, since every payment option is accepted!
Flexible Hourly Minimums & Packages
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!
Great Savings, Even on Peak Santa Monica Dates
Buses book up fast for spring proms, Chargers home games, and New Year's Eve. But because one of the largest networks of independent bus companies serving Santa Monica competes for your business, you're never stuck with one fleet's high peak rates!
Exclusive Phone Deals & Discounts
Want our very best deals? Call us at (424) 525-8900 any day of the year. We love offering you better rates, amazing discounts, and custom packages when you reach out directly!
Upfront Quotes (Know What's Included!)
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.
Instant Quotes by Text & Email to Split the Cost
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
Santa Monica Charter Bus Services Available Through Santamonicashuttlebuscompany.com
Bringing a group together by the beach has never been simpler! Whether you need a single shuttle for a Sunset Park family gathering or a 10-bus fleet for a major oceanfront conference, our network has group transportation services for every itinerary. Even same-day and last-minute trips are no problem. Check out the custom Santa Monica bus services you can book below!
Santa Monica Airport Transportation
Through a network of experienced local operators, booking Santa Monica airport transportation to and from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is completely stress-free! Just 9 miles south via Lincoln Boulevard (State Route 1) or I-405, LAX stages charter buses on the Lower/Arrivals Level outer island pillars for quick group pickups. We also serve Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) and local private charters at Santa Monica Airport (SMO) off Airport Avenue. Even with delayed flights, same-day airport shuttles with luggage bays keep your travelers together!
Concert Bus Rentals in Santa Monica
Why fight post-show rideshare surge pricing when you can book concert bus rentals in Santa Monica for twilight shows at the Santa Monica Pier or performances at The Broad Stage? Your driver drops your group curbside and waits until the encore!
Santa Monica Corporate Shuttle Services
No matter the size of your conference at the Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows or Shutters on the Beach, our Santa Monica corporate shuttle services keep executives moving on schedule. Book one bus or an entire fleet with WiFi and power outlets!
Santa Monica Employee Shuttle Services
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Government & Military Transportation Services in Santa Monica
Start your official travel right with discreet, punctual government and military transportation in Santa Monica! From municipal agency transfers near Santa Monica City Hall to troop movements connecting with Los Angeles Air Force Base in nearby El Segundo, our network has GSA-compliant and DoD-ready motorcoaches available. Call (424) 525-8900 any day of the year to coordinate secure multi-bus dispatches!
Santa Monica Long-Distance Transportation Services
You're never limited to local beach loops when you book Santa Monica long-distance transportation services through our statewide network! Take a full-size 56-passenger charter bus down I-5 to San Diego, cruise up US-101 to Santa Barbara, or head across the desert on I-15 to Las Vegas in total comfort. With an onboard restroom, undercarriage storage for weeks of luggage, power outlets, and flat-screen TVs, the highway miles fly by. Plus, the confirmation team verifies every rest stop and hotel pickup before departure!
Event Transportation Services in Santa Monica
If you're organizing a birthday bash on Main Street, a shopping excursion to Third Street Promenade and Santa Monica Place, or a family reunion at Annenberg Community Beach House, our Santa Monica private event transportation keeps everyone on one itinerary! Your bus can use the designated passenger drop-off zone on Ocean Avenue near the Colorado Avenue entrance instead of hunting for spots in Beach Lot 1 North. Book hourly or full-day packages in under 30 seconds!
Santa Monica Prom & Homecoming Transportation Services
Whether your group from Santa Monica High School or Crossroads School wants a 15- to 50-passenger party bus with color-changing LED lights and Bluetooth audio or a sleek minibus for oceanfront photos at Palisades Park, parents love having a driver behind the wheel all night. Lock in your spring prom date early with one quick online form!
Religious Group Bus Rentals in Santa Monica
For easy fellowship outings, youth retreats, and weekly worship shuttles to congregations like St. Monica Catholic Church, book religious group bus rentals in Santa Monica! Compare affordable minibuses and 56-passenger coaches with ADA-accessible options in seconds.
Santa Monica School Field Trip Bus Rentals
If you're planning an educational outing, upgrade from a bumpy yellow school bus with Santa Monica school field trip bus rentals! Your class can get dropped off near the pier ramp for hands-on marine science at the Heal the Bay Aquarium (1600 Ocean Front Walk), tour the historic Santa Monica Looff Hippodrome, or ride over to Santa Monica College and UCLA in Westwood for campus visits. Buses can stage in the oversized spaces at Lot 1 North with a valid permit while students explore!
Santa Monica Sports Team Bus Rentals
Fill out one quick form to book Santa Monica sports team bus rentals for games at Corsair Field or fan trips down I-10 to Crypto.com Arena and SoFi Stadium! Store all your team gear underneath and ride together in A/C comfort.
Wedding Bus Rentals in Santa Monica
For quick and easy guest shuttles on your big day, say "I do" to wedding bus rentals in Santa Monica! Whether you're hosting a beachfront reception at Casa del Mar, a historic celebration at the Victorian at Heritage Square Museum, or a luxury ceremony at The Georgian Hotel, a private shuttle keeps guests out of Ocean Avenue gridlock. We can loop between hotel blocks, photo stops along the bluffs, and your reception venue on a custom hourly schedule. After you book online, our confirmation department calls to verify every single venue stop!
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If you didn't see your service above, we can still help you since we serve every event! Just call us at (424) 525-8900!
Events We Serve
Bus Rentals for Major Santa Monica Events & Festivals
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We serve every Santa Monica event, big or small. Just call us at (424) 525-8900.
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Santa Monica Group Transportation Guides
Frequently Asked Questions About Santa Monica Charter Bus Rentals
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 (424) 525-8900, every single day of the year.
Contact usWhere can a charter bus drop off and park near the Santa Monica Pier?
Charter buses can drop off passengers along Ocean Avenue near the Colorado Avenue pier bridge or at the designated loading zone by 1550 Appian Way. Oversized vehicle parking is available in Beach Lot 1 North and Lot 4 South with advance coordination through the City of Santa Monica.
Does Santamonicashuttlebuscompany.com own the buses in Santa Monica?
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How fast can I get a price quote for a Santa Monica bus rental?
You can see live availability, vehicle photos, and Santa Monica charter bus prices in under 30 seconds by filling out our quick online form—with no account needed! You'll also get a copy of your quote sent straight to your text and email so it's easy to share with your group. Prefer to talk to a person? Call (424) 525-8900 any day of the year!
What happens after I book my Santa Monica bus online?
Once you reserve and pay on the national booking company's website, a dedicated confirmation department calls you directly to review your itinerary, verify every pickup and drop-off address in Santa Monica, and make sure your trip is 100% set!
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