- Weekdays
- $205–$385+/hr.
- Weekends
- $225–$410+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,650–$2,950+
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Madison Charter Bus Rentals for School Trips
For special deals, call us! Call (608) 514-9340
Finding group transportation for your next class outing or academic event in Madison has never been faster! Instead of calling local bus companies one by one and waiting around on callbacks, you can fill out one quick form on Madison
- 30 sec.to see online pricing and availability, with no account needed
- All paymentsaccepted when you book online
- Instantbooking confirmation, then a call to go over your itinerary
- Up to 56passengers on one charter bus, plus minibuses and vans
Serving Every School & Field Trip Destination Through One of the Largest Bus Networks in Madison
- Elvehjem Museum of Art
- Overture Center for the Arts
- Wisconsin Historical Museum
- Circus World Museum
- International Crane Foundation
- Henry Vilas Zoo
- University of Wisconsin–Madison Arboretum
- Rotary Botanical Gardens
- Olbrich Botanical Gardens
- University of Wisconsin–Madison
- University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Journalism & Mass Communication
- University of Wisconsin–Madison College of Engineering
- University of Wisconsin–Madison College of Agricultural and Life Sciences
Finding School Event Transportation Has Never Been Easier
One quick online form is all it takes to upgrades your class from a bumpy, outdated yellow school bus to a modern motorcoach! Whether you're taking elementary students to the Henry Vilas Zoo (where your bus can drop students off along Randall Avenue and park in the oversized lot off Wingra Drive) or organizing a senior history trip to the Wisconsin State Capitol using the designated loading zones on Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, we make it effortless. You share your date, headcount, and Madison pickup spot once. In under 30 seconds, you'll compare options from independent bus companies competing for your business! Once you book online through the national booking platform, our confirmation department calls to verify every museum stop and pickup time. That way, your whole class stays on schedule from the first bell to the final drop-off!
Types of Buses Available
See What You Can Rent for Your School Event Transportation
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- Weekdays
- $225–$370+/hr.
- Weekends
- $255–$385+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,815–$2,415+
- Weekdays
- $205–$365+/hr.
- Weekends
- $240–$380+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,670–$2,335+
- Weekdays
- $190–$355+/hr.
- Weekends
- $220–$370+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,540–$2,255+
- Weekdays
- $190–$350+/hr.
- Weekends
- $195–$365+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,420–$2,180+
- Weekdays
- $190–$340+/hr.
- Weekends
- $190–$355+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,300–$2,080+
- Weekdays
- $190–$330+/hr.
- Weekends
- $190–$350+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,210–$1,990+
- Weekdays
- $180–$310+/hr.
- Weekends
- $180–$330+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,150–$1,880+
- Weekdays
- $248–$426+/hr.
- Weekends
- $265–$460+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,827–$2,954+
- Weekdays
- $190–$373+/hr.
- Weekends
- $218–$466+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,395–$2,848+
*Photos and vehicles shown above are examples of typical bus types and may not be the exact make or model offered for your trip. We are a bus rental comparison website—not a transportation company—and do not own or operate vehicles, so you're never stuck with whatever one single fleet has parked in its lot! Fill out the (no account needed!) or call 608-514-9340 any day of the year to compare current vehicle options, photos, live availability, and pricing from one of the largest networks of independent bus companies, and confirm your exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
Madison Summer Camp, Day Camp & Youth Program Shuttle Buses
Because we connect you with one of the largest networks of bus companies in Madison, the cities around it, and all of Wisconsin, you're never limited to just one company's summer availability. Book a one-way transfer, a round-trip outing, or a recurring daily camp shuttle picking up kids in Middleton, Sun Prairie, Fitchburg, and Verona! Planning a rainy-day camp trip to the Madison Children's Museum on North Hamilton Street, or a sunny afternoon at Vilas Park and Tenney Park? Your driver will handle the busy downtown traffic on East Washington Avenue while counselors keep everyone entertained in air-conditioned comfort. Plus, if you're taking your youth group up I-90/I-94 to Wisconsin Dells for a waterpark day, the confirmation team verifies every stop beforehand so your itinerary runs like clockwork!
Rent Private Shuttles for Prom and Homecoming
Wherever your students are celebrating prom, homecoming, or grad night in Madison, renting a private shuttle keeps everyone together with a built-in designated driver all evening! Through our network, groups can compare sleek minibuses, stretch limos, and 15- to 50-passenger party buses loaded with color-changing LED lighting, wraparound leather seating, Bluetooth sound systems for their favorite playlists, and flat-screen TVs. Start the night with pre-dance photos at the Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center or James Madison Park before heading to your venue on a custom Madison prom bus rental!
Same-Day & Last-Minute Bus Rentals for Madison School Events
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Frequently Asked Questions About Madison School Field Trip & Campus Bus Rentals
Not sure what you need? Let us help! Just call us at (608) 514-9340, every single day of the year.
Contact usHow can I get a price quote for a Madison school bus rental?
Just fill out one quick form with your travel date, pickup location, destination, and estimated student headcount! You'll see live bus photos and online pricing in under 30 seconds—with no account needed—and get a copy sent straight to your text and email so it's easy to share with your school board.
Does Madisoncoachbusservice.com own the charter buses in Madison?
No, and that's the whole point! Madison
What amenities are available on a field trip charter bus?
Unlike standard yellow school buses, modern charter buses and minibuses in the network can come with seat belts, climate control, reclining cushioned seats, overhead storage bins, and undercarriage luggage bays! For longer rides out of Madison, you can also choose a 56-passenger motorcoach with onboard WiFi, power outlets, flat-screen TVs with DVD players, a PA system for teacher announcements, and a onboard restroom.
What packages can schools and universities book through Madisoncoachbusservice.com?
You can book hourly, one-way, round-trip, multi-stop, full-day, and multi-day packages built around YOUR bell schedule! Whether you need a 4-hour museum transfer, a multi-day long-distance charter bus to Chicago or Milwaukee for a band competition, or a recurring campus shuttle loop, we have a package that fits. Don't need the standard hourly minimum? Call the 365-day support team to ask about custom split-time packages and special phone discounts!
Can I book multiple buses or an ADA-accessible bus for our school group?
Yes! Because our network brings together so many independent transportation providers across Madison and Wisconsin, you can easily book one bus for a single classroom or a fleet of 10+ buses for an entire school district! We can also connect you with ADA-accessible charter buses featuring wheelchair lifts, wider aisles, and accessible restrooms—just let the reservation team know your requirements when you request your quote.
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Book Your Madison School Event Transportation Today!
With one form and under 30 seconds, you can check group transportation off your school planning checklist! Why spend hours calling five different local bus companies when you can compare party buses, minibuses, sprinter vans, and charter buses all in one place on Madison