Raleigh Charter Bus Rentals

Charter bus rental prices in Raleigh typically range from $1,200 to $3,000 per day, depending on the vehicle size, trip duration, mileage, and time of year. Local trips with minimal mileage—such as shuttles between downtown Raleigh and PNC Arena or NC State—may be billed hourly at rates from $150 to $350 per hour with a five-hour minimum. Multi-day or longer-distance charters to Charlotte, Durham, or Wilmington are usually priced by the day or by the mile.

We calculate your charter bus rental price based on the type of bus, the length and distance of your trip, the time of year, and any special requests or additional amenities. Local Raleigh trips (within city limits or to Durham/Chapel Hill) are often billed hourly with a 4- or 5-hour minimum. Longer trips—like Raleigh to Charlotte or Atlanta—are billed by the day or by the mile. Additional costs may include driver lodging, tolls, and parking fees.

Yes, we require a non-refundable deposit to secure your Raleigh charter bus rental. The deposit amount is typically 30% of the total trip cost but can vary based on the size and type of vehicle. Your reservation is not confirmed until the deposit is received. The remaining balance is due before the date of your trip. Our team will provide exact payment terms when you request a quote.

The final payment for your Raleigh charter bus rental is due before the start of your trip. Specific payment deadlines will be outlined in your contract, but full payment is generally required 7 to 14 days prior to departure. If you book last-minute (within two weeks of the trip), the full amount may be due immediately. We accept major credit cards, ACH transfers, and some corporate checks.

Yes, driver gratuity is included in your charter bus quote unless otherwise specified. The standard gratuity is 10–20% of the base fare. If you feel your driver provided exceptional service, you’re welcome to give an additional cash tip at the end of the trip. Our drivers work hard to keep your group comfortable, and tips are always appreciated.

Charter Bus Company Raleigh offers a full fleet of buses in Raleigh, including 18-passenger minibus, 25-passenger minibus, 28-passenger minibus, 35-passenger minibus, 49-passenger motorcoach, 56-passenger motorcoach, and several party buses that can seat 20-40 people. We also have ADA-accessible buses and can provide multi-vehicle packages for large groups. All vehicles are late-model, and equipped with modern amenities. If you’re not sure which bus is best for your group, our team can help you choose.

Our Raleigh charter buses can include reclining seats, climate control, PA systems, luggage bays, overhead parcel racks, reading lights, power outlets, USB ports, flat-screen TVs, DVD players, and WiFi. Full-size coaches (up to 56 passengers) typically have onboard restrooms. Minibuses (15–35 passengers) offer many of the same amenities in a smaller package. Premium upgrades include leather upholstery, hardwood-style flooring, and custom branding.

We recommend booking your Raleigh charter bus 6 to 9 months in advance for the best availability and rates—especially if your trip falls during peak seasons (spring and fall). Large events like ACC football games, graduations, and festivals can sell out even earlier. Last-minute bookings are possible, but your vehicle options may be limited. Contact us as soon as you have tentative dates and headcounts so we can hold a bus while you finalize details.

Call our 24-hour team at 980-427-8030 or fill out the online form with your trip details. We’ll send you a free, all-inclusive quote in minutes. Review your options, pick the bus that fits your group, and pay the deposit online to secure your booking. The balance is due before the trip. Our team is available 24/7 to answer questions, make changes, and support you from first call to final drop-off.

Yes, if your itinerary requires an overnight stay outside of Raleigh (e.g., multi-day trips to Charlotte, Atlanta, or Washington D.C.), you are responsible for providing and covering the cost of the driver’s hotel accommodations. The hotel must provide safe, secure parking for the bus and should be rated at least two stars. Many groups book the driver’s room at the same hotel as the group for convenience.

No, your charter bus quote does not include tolls, parking fees, or entrance fees to certain venues. These additional expenses are the responsibility of the group and must be paid separately. Common locations where parking fees apply include PNC Arena, Red Hat Amphitheater, and downtown Raleigh garages. Our team can help estimate these costs and advise on the best places to park, but they are not included in the base rental price.

Designated bus parking is available at PNC Arena, Carter-Finley Stadium, Red Hat Amphitheater, and larger shopping centers like Crabtree Valley Mall. Downtown Raleigh has limited street parking for buses, but there are surface lots near the convention center that can accommodate oversized vehicles. For campus visits, NC State University offers pre-arranged bus parking in specific lots. Always confirm parking arrangements in advance to avoid fines or towing.

Raleigh’s public transit is operated by GoRaleigh, with connections to GoTriangle (regional), GoDurham, and GoCary. While affordable, these fixed-route services don’t cover all destinations and aren’t practical for large groups, custom itineraries, or trips outside the Triangle. A private charter bus offers door-to-door service on your schedule—ideal for airport transfers, campus tours, corporate shuttles, or multi-stop events. You set the pickup times, route, and pace of the day.

We provide charter bus service to all airports in the Raleigh-Durham region, including Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), Johnston Regional Airport (JNX), Horace Williams Airport (IGX) in Chapel Hill, and Fayetteville Regional Airport (FAY). We also serve corporate and private aviation facilities such as RDU General Aviation Terminal, TAC Air, and Signature Flight Support. Airport transfers can be scheduled 24/7 to meet arriving or departing flights.

Charter Bus Company Raleigh serves every kind of group in Raleigh: K-12 schools, colleges, sports teams, corporate offices, wedding parties, churches, military units, government agencies, senior centers, and event planners. We’re proud to support local institutions like NC State, Wake County Public Schools, Triangle-area hospitals, and tech companies in Research Triangle Park. Whether you need one bus or ten, we’ll make sure your group gets the best service in the industry.

We provide charter bus rentals for every type of event in Raleigh, including corporate meetings, conferences, training sessions, employee shuttles, school field trips, campus tours, athletic team travel, tournament transportation, wedding guest shuttles, bachelor/bachelorette parties, church retreats, youth group outings, senior citizen excursions, festival shuttles, concert transportation, political rallies, charity events, and airport transfers. No event is too big or too small.

Charter Bus Company Raleigh operates in every city and town across North Carolina, including Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary, Apex, Holly Springs, Garner, Wake Forest, Morrisville, Fuquay-Varina, Clayton, Smithfield, and Rocky Mount. We also provide service to Charlotte, Greensboro, Winston-Salem, Fayetteville, Greenville, Wilmington, and Asheville. Need to go out of state? We can take you to Richmond, Virginia Beach, Atlanta, or Washington D.C.