Up to 56 passengers
Book a full-size 56-passenger charter bus with undercarriage luggage bays, an onboard restroom, and reclining seats for large groups!
- Weekdays
- $205–$385+/hr.
- Weekends
- $225–$410+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,650–$2,950+
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Des Moines Charter Bus Rentals
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Browse a huge selection of group vehicles in one convenient place by entering your pickup spot, destination, date, and headcount into our 30-second online quote tool! In just moments, you'll land on an easy-to-view search results page showing interior photos, live availability, and bus rental prices from local providers competing for your trip. Weigh your options side by side, choose the hourly, round-trip, or multi-day package that fits YOUR schedule, and reserve your vehicle right online through the national booking platform. Afterward, a dedicated confirmation team verifies every single stop on your itinerary so your day runs smoothly!
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Start with your Des Moines pickup location, travel date, and how many people are coming. Add where you're headed and when you need to return. 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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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 Des Moines 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 Des Moines 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 Des Moines really can be that easy!
Your Top Choice for Bus Rentals in Des Moines
Every group trip is better when you aren't limited to whatever a single local company happens to have parked in its lot! With our comparison website, you get TONS of different bus types, flexible packages, and instant quotes sent straight to your text and email in under 30 seconds.
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If you're tired of spending hours calling local operators one by one and waiting around on callbacks, our platform is built for you! Because Bus
| What Matters to Your Group | Bus | Calling a Single Des Moines Bus Company |
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| 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 | That company's own minimums and packages |
| 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 Des Moines Charter Bus Rental Options
Use one quick online search to compare everything from compact shuttles for downtown corporate loops to spacious motorcoaches built for cross-state travel! Because different local operators specialize in different fleets, bringing them together on one screen gives you the widest selection in Polk County. You choose the exact vehicle that fits YOUR headcount and budget!
Up to 35 passengers
Rent a 35-passenger minibus with overhead storage, WiFi, and cushioned seats for mid-sized group shuttles around town!
- Weekdays
- $225–$370+/hr.
- Weekends
- $255–$385+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,815–$2,415+
Up to 30 passengers
Choose a 30-passenger minibus to keep wedding guests or convention teams moving comfortably through downtown traffic together!
- Weekdays
- $205–$365+/hr.
- Weekends
- $240–$380+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,670–$2,335+
Up to 28 passengers
Reserve a nimble 28-passenger minibus with climate control and power outlets for smooth campus tours or local outings!
- Weekdays
- $190–$355+/hr.
- Weekends
- $220–$370+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,540–$2,255+
Up to 25 passengers
Lock in a 25-passenger minibus for easy corporate transfers, athletic travel, or private sightseeing tours across the metro!
- Weekdays
- $190–$350+/hr.
- Weekends
- $195–$365+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,420–$2,180+
Up to 20 passengers
Pick a compact 20-passenger minibus to navigate narrow streets in the Historic East Village without any parking headaches!
- Weekdays
- $190–$340+/hr.
- Weekends
- $190–$355+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,300–$2,080+
Up to 18 passengers
Grab an 18-passenger minibus for quick airport pickups, hotel transfers, or small-group day trips with carry-on storage!
- Weekdays
- $190–$330+/hr.
- Weekends
- $190–$350+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,210–$1,990+
Up to 15 passengers
Select a 15-passenger minibus to keep your small group together on one schedule instead of splitting into rideshares!
- Weekdays
- $180–$310+/hr.
- Weekends
- $180–$330+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,150–$1,880+
15 to 50 passengers
Celebrate aboard a 15- to 50-passenger party bus featuring wraparound leather seating, color-changing LED lights, and Bluetooth sound!
- Weekdays
- $248–$426+/hr.
- Weekends
- $265–$460+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,827–$2,954+
11 to 14 passengers
Reserve a sleek 11- to 14-passenger sprinter van with a driver for VIP airport transfers and executive travel!
- Weekdays
- $190–$373+/hr.
- Weekends
- $218–$466+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,395–$2,848+
*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!) to see current vehicle options, pictures, availability, and pricing, and confirm the exact vehicle and amenities before booking.
Our Onboard Amenities
Popular Des Moines Bus Amenities Available
Find exactly what your passengers need to stay comfortable, entertained, and productive on the road! When you compare vehicles through our network, you can filter for modern features like fast onboard WiFi, individual power outlets for charging devices, flat-screen TVs with DVD players, and PA systems for tour guides or coaches. Full-size motorcoaches offer onboard restrooms and massive under-bus luggage bays for bulky gear, while party buses turn up the fun with built-in bars and fiber-optic lighting. Just check the photos and amenity lists right on your results page before you book!
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.
Our Pricing & Packages
Des Moines Charter Bus Rental Pricing & Rates
Don't overpay by settling for the first quote a single local fleet gives you! Our 30-second quote tool lets you compare transparent rates for hourly, one-way, round-trip, and multi-day packages with no account needed.
| 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 Des Moines. 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.
At Busrentalcompanydesmoines.com, we make Des Moines 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 Des Moines Dates
Buses book up fast for spring proms, Bulldogs basketball home games, and New Year's Eve. But because one of the largest networks of independent bus companies serving Des Moines competes for your business, you're never stuck with one fleet's high peak rates!
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
Des Moines Charter Bus Services Available Through Busrentalcompanydesmoines.com
Whether you need a single shuttle for an afternoon or a fleet of ten motorcoaches for a major convention, our network has the capacity to cover it. We even offer same-day bus rentals when last-minute plans come together fast! Share your trip details once in our online form and lock in a custom ride built around YOUR itinerary.
Des Moines Airport Transfer Shuttle Bus Services
It's never been easier to coordinate smooth, stress-free group pickups and drop-offs at Des Moines International Airport (DSM)! When you book a private airport shuttle bus, your whole group skips the long taxi lines along Fleur Drive and rides together with plenty of room for suitcases in dedicated storage bays. Your driver can stage in the commercial vehicle holding area and pull right up to the terminal's lower-level outer commercial curb once everyone has grabbed their bags from baggage claim. Even if a flight gets delayed or changed at the last minute, same-day rentals and flexible scheduling keep your arrival on track!
Des Moines Concert Transportation & Bus Rentals
Give your music fans the ultimate VIP night out with a private concert bus rental to catch a show at Vibrant Music Hall in Waukee or Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park! Instead of fighting post-show traffic along Grand Avenue or paying 3x rideshare surge prices, your whole group hops right back onto an air-conditioned bus waiting nearby. Start the party early with Bluetooth audio and LED lights on the way to the stage!
Des Moines Corporate Transportation Services
Cross travel logistics off your to-do list by booking streamlined corporate event transportation for your next conference, trade show, or client dinner! For large industry expos at the Iowa Events Center—including Hy-Vee Hall and the Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center—your charter bus can unload attendees right along the 5th Avenue or 3rd Street drop-off lanes before staging off-site. Passengers can check emails with onboard WiFi and recharge laptops at their seats while navigating I-235 between downtown hotels and West Des Moines business parks. Book one executive sprinter van or a multi-bus convention shuttle in seconds!
Des Moines Employee Transportation Services
With one search, HR managers and business leaders can set up recurring employee shuttle services that take the headache out of daily rush-hour commutes! Riders can relax in reclining seats, catch up on morning projects over WiFi, and arrive at the office refreshed and right on time. Choose daily, weekly, or long-term shuttle packages tailored to your company's shift schedules!
Government & Military Transportation Services in Des Moines
We make it simple to secure discreet, punctual government and military bus rentals for agency travel around the Iowa State Capitol complex or troop movements to Camp Dodge in Johnston! Compare GSA-compliant motorcoaches and minibuses with ample undercarriage space for rucksacks, duffels, and equipment in under 30 seconds online.
Des Moines Long-Distance Bus Rentals
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Event Transportation Services in Des Moines
Just share your custom itinerary once to lock in private event bus rentals for family reunions, birthday bar crawls along Court Avenue, or group outings to the Downtown Farmers' Market! Your driver handles all the downtown one-way streets and drops your group off together near 3rd Street and Court Avenue so nobody has to hunt for metered parking. Book by the hour or for the full day to keep your celebration moving on your schedule!
Des Moines Prom & Homecoming Bus Rentals
Keep the whole friend group together for photos at the Pappajohn Sculpture Park along Grand Avenue before heading to the dance in a bus loaded with color-changing LED lighting and a Bluetooth sound system. Everyone gets a built-in designated driver from the first pickup to the final drop-off!
Religious Group Transportation Services in Des Moines
Choosing a religious group charter bus through our network makes fellowship retreats, youth group camps, and Sunday worship shuttles easier than ever! Whether your congregation is visiting the Salisbury House & Gardens or traveling out of state for a conference, you'll find budget-friendly buses with comfortable seating and climate control.
Des Moines Bus Rentals For School Field Trips
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Sports Team & Sporting Event Bus Rentals in Des Moines
Keeping athletes and fans together on game day is a slam dunk when you book sporting event bus rentals to cheer on the Iowa Cubs at Principal Park or catch a tournament at Wells Fargo Arena! Your bus can drop fans off near Line Drive by the confluence of the Des Moines and Raccoon Rivers or unload teams with bulky gear at the arena's 3rd Street marshalling zone.
Wedding Bus Rentals in Des Moines
Get online pricing in under 30 seconds for wedding shuttle bus rentals that keep your guests on time between downtown hotel blocks and scenic venues like the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden on Robert D. Ray Drive or The Tea Room on Locust Street! Your shuttle handles the riverfront traffic and parking so your loved ones can celebrate all night with a built-in designated driver.
Events We Serve
Bus Rentals for Major Des Moines Events & Festivals
You'll never have to stress about packed parking lots during the Iowa State Fair in August—your charter bus can use the designated Gate 8 drop-off at E. 30th Street and Dean Avenue! We also connect groups with shuttles for the Des Moines Arts Festival at Western Gateway Park, the World Food & Music Festival, and the Drake Relays.
Serving All of Des Moines and Surrounding Areas
Bus Rentals in Des Moines and Nearby Cities
Whether your pickup is in West Des Moines, Ankeny, Urbandale, Waukee, Johnston, or Altoona, you'll see vehicles from independent providers serving your exact neighborhood. Planning a college game-day trip up I-35 to Ames, a campus tour over to Iowa City, or a regional event in Cedar Rapids or Omaha? Just enter your starting city into our 30-second quote form to see live options!
We serve every city around Des Moines!
Plan Your Trip With Confidence!
Des Moines Group Transportation Guides
Frequently Asked Questions About Des Moines Charter Bus Rentals
Not sure what to expect, how to pay, or if you've never rented a charter bus before? Let us help!
Contact usHow can I get a charter bus or party bus quote in Des Moines?
Just enter your pickup location, travel date, destination, and passenger count into our 30-second online quote tool! You'll instantly see vehicles, interior photos, and charter bus prices right on your screen with no account needed.
Does Busrentalcompanydesmoines.com own the buses in its network?
No, and that's the best part for your group! Because we are a comparison website and not a single local fleet, you can compare party buses, minibuses, and charter buses from multiple independent Iowa operators all in one place.
What types of bus rental packages can I book online?
You can book hourly, one-way, round-trip, multi-stop, full-day, and multi-day packages built completely around your schedule! Whether you need a quick airport transfer from DSM, an all-day shuttle for the Iowa State Fair, or a same-day rental for a last-minute trip, you'll receive your custom quotes by text and email so they're easy to share with your group.
What happens after I reserve my bus online?
Once you pick your vehicle and complete your reservation through the national booking platform, a dedicated confirmation department calls you directly to verify every pickup time, address, and stop on your itinerary!
What is included in my Des Moines charter bus rental price?
Your online quote covers the vehicle rental and your driver's time! Outside expenses like stadium parking passes at Principal Park, highway tolls, or overnight driver hotel rooms for multi-day trips are handled separately.
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