56 Passenger Charter Bus
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Santacruzcharterbuscompany.com is ready to make group transportation in Santa Cruz easier than you ever thought possible. Forget calling company after company, waiting on callbacks, and trying to compare quotes that never quite line up. This website puts TONS of different bus types, TONS of different packages, and instant online pricing from a large network of independent bus companies all in one place, so you can compare everything side by side and find the right bus for YOUR trip.
Not a local bus company. Not limited to one fleet. Santacruzcharterbuscompany.com is a website that helps you rent buses online by connecting you with a network of independent transportation providers serving Santa Cruz, Capitola, Scotts Valley, Aptos, and the greater Monterey Bay region. Fill out one quick form to see buses, photos, amenities, and prices instantly, then book through a national booking platform.
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Vehicles shown above are NOT the exact makes and models available for every trip. We are NOT a transportation company and do not own or operate vehicles. Photos are examples only and may show stock or typical vehicles, not the exact vehicle offered for your reservation. Fill out the online quote form or call 831-888-8620 to view current vehicle options, photos, availability, and pricing. Confirm the exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
Amenities listed above are common features that MAY be available on buses. Because we are a referral website and do NOT own or operate buses, exact features vary by vehicle, provider, and availability. After you submit your quote request, you can browse vehicle options, pricing, and available details on the results page. To confirm the exact amenities included with a specific vehicle offered for your trip, call 831-888-8620 before booking.
Whatever your group size, event, or budget, Santacruzcharterbuscompany.com makes it incredibly easy to see Santa Cruz charter bus prices without picking up the phone. Enter your pickup location, travel date, and passenger count into our 30-second online quote tool and instantly browse vehicles, interior photos, amenities, and pricing from a network of bus companies serving Santa Cruz and the Monterey Bay area, no account needed, No waiting for callbacks to get pricing required.
Pricing varies based on bus type, trip duration, distance, and the time of year you're traveling. A compact 15-passenger minibus for a quick day trip along Highway 1 will cost far less than a multi-day 56-passenger charter bus for a large corporate group. For a personalized breakdown, call 831-888-8620 any time and a live agent will put together a custom quote built around your exact itinerary.
Check our charter bus pricing guide for general estimates before you reach out!
| Type of Vehicle | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day | Cost Per Mile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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+ |
| Sprinter Limo | $190 – $340+ | $190 – $355+ | $1,300 – $2,080+ | $5.15 – $7.50+ |
| School Bus | $205 – $365+ | $240 – $380+ | $1,670 – $2,335+ | $5.00 – $7.60+ |
| ABOVE PRICES ARE JUST EXAMPLES. Your final price and vehicle options depend entirely on your specific trip details. To get an instant price quote for your trip, request an online quote or call 831-888-8620. | ||||
With one quick form, you can find and book group transportation in Santa Cruz for any occasion imaginable. From airport transfers and school field trips to wedding shuttles, corporate events, prom, sporting events, and beyond, whatever brings your group together, you can compare bus options in the network for it!

Because Santa Cruz sits between two major Bay Area airports, coordinating group airport transfers without a private bus can turn into a logistical nightmare fast. Highway 17 through the Santa Cruz Mountains is notorious for traffic, and splitting a large group across rideshares adds unnecessary stress to any travel day.
A Santa Cruz airport shuttle bus rental keeps everyone together from door to terminal. At Mineta San José International Airport (1701 Airport Blvd, San José, CA 95110), charter buses pick up at Terminal A's Ground Transportation Center, Stop #4, or Terminal B's Stop #11. At San Francisco International Airport (Highway 101, San Francisco, CA 94128), charter pickup and drop-off areas are in the courtyards on the Arrivals/Baggage Claim Level.
A bus rental gives your group one airport pickup point instead of splitting everyone among rideshares. Whether you need a sprinter van for a small executive team or a full-size coach for a tour group, Santacruzcharterbuscompany.com connects you with options from a network of providers serving Santa Cruz, so you can compare vehicles, amenities, and pricing all in one place. Fill out one quick form to get started, or call 831-888-8620 for a custom airport transfer quote!

We know how exciting it is to catch a live show in Santa Cruz, and we know how quickly that excitement fades when you're stuck hunting for parking on Pacific Avenue or waiting 45 minutes for a rideshare after the encore. Santa Cruz is home to iconic music venues like The Catalyst Club (1011 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060) and the stunning outdoor Cocoanut Grove Ballroom (400 Beach St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060) at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, both of which draw massive crowds on weekends. Boardwalk group charter buses unload in the street loading zone between Neptune’s Kingdom and the Main Entrance, then proceed to the River Lot at 100 3rd St. A group bus gives concertgoers one shared arrival instead of a parking hunt.
A Santa Cruz concert bus rental brings your group together for the trip, and your bus handles drop-off and pickup while you enjoy every minute of the show. Party buses come loaded with a built-in bar, color-changing LED lighting, and premium Bluetooth sound to keep the vibe going from the first pickup to the last drop-off. Compare concert transportation options from a network of Santa Cruz bus companies right here!

Choose Santacruzcharterbuscompany.com for Santa Cruz corporate transportation and you'll never have to worry about coordinating rental cars, navigating Highway 17, or splitting your team across multiple rideshares again. Whether you're shuttling a team of executives to a meeting in Silicon Valley, organizing a company outing to Natural Bridges State Beach (2531 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95060), or arranging group transportation to a conference at UC Santa Cruz (1156 High St, Santa Cruz, CA 95064), a private charter bus keeps your group together and on time. Charter buses use Cowell College Circle or Rachel Carson College for campus loading and unloading, then park off campus on Meder Street.
Your group can arrive together at an approved loading zone instead of searching for bus parking on campus.
Corporate charter buses come equipped with WiFi, power outlets, reclining seats, and climate control, so your team can stay productive during transit instead of white-knuckling it over the Santa Cruz Mountains. Through Santacruzcharterbuscompany.com, you can compare corporate charter bus rentals from a large network of independent transportation providers serving Santa Cruz and the surrounding Bay Area. Fill out one quick form to see your options instantly, or call 831-888-8620 to build a custom corporate package!

Santacruzcharterbuscompany.com connects you with the right employee shuttle solution for your Santa Cruz business, whether you need a daily commuter route over Highway 17 into Silicon Valley, a recurring loop between downtown Santa Cruz and a remote work campus, or a one-time shuttle for a company event. Sitting in stop-and-go traffic on Highway 1 or navigating the switchbacks of Highway 17 every single day takes a serious toll on employee morale, and a private employee shuttle bus changes that equation completely. Santa Cruz METRO’s Highway 17 Express connects Santa Cruz and Scotts Valley with San Jose, so a private employee shuttle can give a commuting group a shared ride to a workplace beyond that transit route.
Your team gets to board, relax, and arrive ready to work instead of arriving frazzled. Amenities like onboard WiFi and power outlets mean early risers can knock out emails before they even reach the office. Through Santacruzcharterbuscompany.com, you can compare employee shuttle options from a network of bus companies serving Santa Cruz and the Monterey Bay region, and a live support team is available every day of the year at 831-888-8620 to help you build a custom recurring shuttle package for YOUR workforce!

Compare government and military transportation options in Santa Cruz from a network of independent bus companies, all in one place, all in under 30 seconds. Santacruzcharterbuscompany.com makes it easy for government agencies, military units, and public sector organizations throughout the Monterey Bay region to find group transportation without the hassle of calling provider after provider.
From personnel movements to training exercises to official government events, a private government charter bus rental keeps your group together for the trip. Santa Cruz County agencies, California National Guard units, and organizations connected to Fort Hunter Liggett and Naval Postgraduate School in nearby Monterey can use the website to compare group transportation options. Fill out one quick form to instantly compare bus options serving the Santa Cruz and greater Monterey Bay area, or call 831-888-8620 for a custom government transportation quote!

Santacruzcharterbuscompany.com is here to make long-distance group travel from Santa Cruz as comfortable and stress-free as possible. Whether your group is headed south to Los Angeles, north to Portland, or east to Las Vegas for a big weekend, a full-size 56-passenger charter bus with reclining seats, onboard restrooms, WiFi, power outlets, climate control, and undercarriage luggage bays turns even the longest highway stretch into a comfortable, connected ride.
Long-distance trips out of Santa Cruz often start on Highway 1 or Highway 17 before connecting to I-280, US-101, or I-5 for the open road, and a charter bus lets your group travel together for every mile. Through Santacruzcharterbuscompany.com, you can compare long-distance charter bus rentals from a large network of independent providers serving Santa Cruz. Share your trip details once, compare your options, and book the bus that works for YOUR group through a national booking platform, no account needed. Call 831-888-8620 to get started!

Santacruzcharterbuscompany.com puts the full power of a large network of independent bus companies right at your fingertips, so finding private event transportation in Santa Cruz is fast, easy, and stress-free. Birthday parties, anniversary celebrations, family reunions, winery tours through the Santa Cruz Mountains, brewery crawls, graduation parties, and sunset cruises along the coast, whatever the occasion, you can compare bus options in the network for it.
Santa Cruz is packed with incredible private event destinations, from the iconic Roaring Camp Railroads (5401 Graham Hill Rd, Felton, CA 95018) and wine tasting rooms in the Santa Cruz Mountains AVA to private beachside venues along West Cliff Drive. Roaring Camp offers free parking for qualifying groups, so a group bus makes it easier to arrive together. A private event bus rental keeps your whole group together, eliminates parking headaches, and lets everyone enjoy the celebration without worrying about who's driving.
Compare party buses, minibuses, and charter buses from a network of Santa Cruz providers, fill out one quick form or call 831-888-8620 today!

Keeping the prom night energy high from the first pickup to the last drop-off is exactly what a Santa Cruz prom party bus rental is built for. Instead of cramming into a parent's SUV or splitting up across a dozen rideshares, your whole squad boards one sleek party bus together, with LED lighting, premium sound, and a built-in bar setup to match the most important night of the year.
High schools across Santa Cruz County including Santa Cruz High School (415 Walnut Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060), Harbor High School (300 La Fonda Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062), and Aptos High School (100 Mariner Way, Aptos, CA 95003) all schedule their prom events during the same spring window, and buses book up fast. Prom season is one of the most competitive booking periods of the year, so it is strongly, strongly advised to lock in your Santa Cruz prom bus as early as possible. The sooner you book, the better your vehicle options and the better your price. Call 831-888-8620 right now to check availability!

For faith-based groups traveling together in Santa Cruz, a private religious group charter bus makes every gathering more meaningful by removing the logistical stress of coordinating carpools and navigating unfamiliar roads. Whether your congregation is attending a regional retreat in the Santa Cruz Mountains, visiting a pilgrimage site, or organizing a service trip to a neighboring community, everyone arrives together, relaxed, and ready to participate.
Santa Cruz County is home to a diverse and active faith community, with congregations gathering at churches, temples, mosques, and retreat centers throughout the region. Popular destinations for religious group travel include the serene Mount Madonna Center (445 Summit Rd, Watsonville, CA 95076) in the Santa Cruz Mountains, a beloved destination for spiritual retreats and interfaith gatherings. Through Santacruzcharterbuscompany.com, you can compare religious group transportation options from a network of bus companies serving Santa Cruz, fill out one quick form to see your options, or call 831-888-8620 to speak with a live agent about building a custom package for your group!

Start your next Santa Cruz school field trip off on the right foot by comparing bus options for students and chaperones. Forget the cramped yellow buses and volunteer driver sign-up sheets, through Santacruzcharterbuscompany.com, teachers and school administrators can quickly compare school field trip bus rentals from a network of providers serving Santa Cruz, with photos, amenities, and pricing all in one place.
Santa Cruz is an incredible classroom beyond the classroom, with world-class educational destinations like the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History (1305 E Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95062), the Seymour Marine Discovery Center (100 McAllister Way, Santa Cruz, CA 95060) at UCSC's Long Marine Lab, and Natural Bridges State Beach (2531 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95060), famous for its monarch butterfly migration. For a visit to Natural Bridges, bus parking costs $50 for small buses and $100 for large buses, which isn't included in your free price quote. California State Parks offers school-group tours there, so one bus can bring students and chaperones together for the visit.
ADA-accessible buses are available through the network, just mention it when you request your quote. Fill out one quick form to get started, or call 831-888-8620 and a live agent will help you build a field trip transportation package that fits your school's schedule and budget!

Whatever sport your team plays or your fan group follows, Santacruzcharterbuscompany.com makes it easy to find and book sports team transportation in Santa Cruz from a network of independent bus companies. Travel to tournaments, away games, and sporting events without splitting your roster across personal vehicles or juggling last-minute rideshare logistics, a private charter bus keeps every player, coach, and fan together from warm-ups to the final whistle.
Santa Cruz sports fans know the drill on game days, Highway 1 backs up fast when a major event draws big crowds. Whether you're heading to a UC Santa Cruz Banana Slugs game on campus, traveling to Levi's Stadium (4900 Marie P DeBartolo Way, Santa Clara, CA 95054) for a 49ers game, or transporting a youth travel team to a regional tournament, a charter bus or minibus keeps your group together while you focus on the game. Compare sports transportation options from a network of Santa Cruz providers in seconds, fill out one quick form or call 831-888-8620 any time!

Santacruzcharterbuscompany.com helps you compare wedding shuttle bus options in Santa Cruz so your guests can focus on celebrating instead of stressing over parking and directions. Santa Cruz is one of California's most stunning wedding destinations, with venues ranging from cliffside ocean views to redwood grove settings, and getting guests between multiple locations on your wedding day requires a transportation plan that actually works.
Whether you're shuttling guests from downtown Santa Cruz hotels to a ceremony at Chaminade Resort & Spa (1 Chaminade Ln, Santa Cruz, CA 95065) or coordinating transportation to a reception in the redwoods at Pema Osel Ling (2013 Eureka Canyon Rd, Corralitos, CA 95076), a private wedding shuttle bus keeps your timeline tight and your guests together. Chaminade's outdoor Courtyard Terrace and Santa Cruz Ballroom each list capacity for up to 200 guests, a useful headcount when choosing how many bus seats your wedding shuttle needs. Through Santacruzcharterbuscompany.com, you can compare wedding transportation options, minibuses, charter buses, and party buses, from a large network of independent providers serving Santa Cruz.
Fill out one quick form to see instant pricing, or call 831-888-8620 to build a custom wedding transportation package for YOUR big day!
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Santacruzcharterbuscompany.com helps you compare bus rental options; it is not a transportation company and does not rent, own, or operate vehicles. When you submit the quote form, your trip details go through a booking company so you can review pricing and available vehicles for your date. You compare the options and book through the process shown with your quote.
Santacruzcharterbuscompany.com is a website that helps you rent buses online in Santa Cruz. Instead of calling company after company and waiting around on callbacks, you can compare party buses, charter buses, minibuses, sprinter vans, and more from a large network of independent transportation companies, all in one place. Share your trip details once, look through your options, and book through a national booking platform.
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Santa Cruz sees peak demand for bus rentals during summer (June through August) when the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is in full swing, during UCSC's graduation season in June, and over major holiday weekends. Prom season in late April and May is also one of the busiest booking periods of the year for party buses across Santa Cruz County. If your trip falls near any of these windows, booking three to six months in advance is strongly recommended to lock in the best pricing and vehicle selection.
Outside of peak periods, two to four weeks of lead time is generally workable, but earlier is always better!
Yes, Highway 17 through the Santa Cruz Mountains is one of California's most notoriously challenging commuter highways, with steep grades, sharp curves, and frequent fog. For your Santa Cruz charter bus rental, factor in extra travel time, especially during morning and evening commute hours and after heavy rain. Mention Highway 17 travel when you request your quote so your transportation provider can plan accordingly!
The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is one of the most popular group destinations on the California coast. Charter buses unload guests in the street loading zone between Neptune’s Kingdom and the Main Entrance, then proceed to the River Lot at 100 3rd St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060. Only school or group charter buses may park free in the River Lot, and bus parking is limited and not guaranteed.
This gives your group a designated unloading area and a nearby bus parking location for the visit.
Absolutely! Santacruzcharterbuscompany.com connects you with bus companies serving Santa Cruz and the entire surrounding region, including Capitola, Scotts Valley, Aptos, Watsonville, Felton, Ben Lomond, Boulder Creek, and communities throughout Santa Cruz County. Beyond the county, the network extends across the greater Monterey Bay area, the Silicon Valley, the San Francisco Bay Area, and beyond. Check the full list of cities we serve to find group transportation near you, or call 831-888-8620 and a live agent will confirm availability for your specific pickup location!
Through Santacruzcharterbuscompany.com, you can compare TONS of different vehicle types from a large network of independent Santa Cruz area bus companies. Options include sprinter vans for small executive groups, 15- to 35-passenger minibuses for mid-size groups, 15- to 50-passenger party buses loaded with LED lighting, a built-in bar, and premium sound, and full-size 56-passenger charter buses with reclining seats, WiFi, power outlets, onboard restrooms, and undercarriage luggage bays. Amenities vary by vehicle, so compare your options and mention any must-haves when you submit your quote request.
Check out our full bus types guide for a complete breakdown!
Yes! ADA-accessible charter bus rentals are available through the Santacruzcharterbuscompany.com network for groups traveling in and around Santa Cruz. If any passengers in your group use a wheelchair or require other accessibility accommodations, simply mention it when you fill out your quote request or when you call 831-888-8620.
A live agent will help you compare vehicles with features your group needs, such as a wheelchair lift, widened aisles, and wheelchair securement systems. Accessibility should never be an afterthought, and the network is ready to help you plan an inclusive trip from the very start.
For most Santa Cruz trips, booking at least two to three months in advance is recommended to ensure vehicle availability and competitive pricing. During peak periods, summer weekends at the Boardwalk, UCSC graduation, prom season in late April and May, and major holiday weekends, stretching that window to four to six months is strongly advised. The longer you wait, the fewer options you'll have and the higher the rates tend to climb.
Prom and graduation bookings in particular fill up extremely fast across Santa Cruz County, and waiting until the last minute almost always means paying a premium or settling for whatever is left. Book early, save money, get the bus you actually want. Call 831-888-8620 right now to check availability for your date!