School Bus Rental
Getting a group of students, campers, or club members across Chico without a fleet of personal vehicles is exactly the kind of logistics puzzle Chicocoachbusservice.com was designed to help compare. Fill out one quick form and compare school buses and minibus rates from a large network of independently owned transportation companies serving Chico and the surrounding North State region — in seconds, with no account required. Whether you need a compact Type A mini school bus for a small youth group heading to Bidwell Park (3100 Vallombrosa Ave, Chico, CA 95928) or a full-size Type C conventional school bus for a bigger group making the run along SR-32 toward a regional competition, Chicocoachbusservice.com makes it easy to compare options and see pricing before continuing to the booking platform.
Call 530-767-8570 or use the 30-second online quote tool to get your Chico school bus rental started today!
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Not every group is the same size, and the school buses available through this website reflect that. Type A mini and Type B small school buses seat approximately 10–24 adults — a great fit for a small youth sports team heading to a tournament at Chico State's athletic facilities (400 W 1st St, Chico, CA 95929) or a church youth group making the short hop up US-99 to an event in Redding. Need to move a bigger crowd?
Type C large conventional school buses seat approximately 44–48 adults, which means one vehicle can handle a full class, a large scout troop, or a summer camp group without splitting anyone into a second car. You set the headcount — the network can help compare the right size.
Because Chicocoachbusservice.com connects you to a wide network of independently owned transportation companies rather than a single local fleet, you're comparing potential vehicle options for your specific date and route, not hoping one company happens to have the right bus sitting in its lot. Enter your trip details once, see what's available, and book right there on the national booking platform's results page — No waiting for callbacks to get pricing, no runaround.
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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 530-767-8570 to view current vehicle options, photos, availability, and pricing. Confirm the exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
Common Amenities Available on Chico School Bus Rentals
Heading to a day trip through the Sacramento Valley or shuttling students between campus buildings at California State University, Chico (400 W 1st St, Chico, CA 95929)? The school buses available through this network may include features built for group comfort and practicality. Depending on the vehicle, you'll find climate control to handle the Central Valley heat that rolls in hard by late spring, overhead storage compartments for backpacks and gear, and high-back seating designed for longer hauls.
Larger Type C coaches often include PA systems that make it easy for a chaperone or group leader to address everyone on board — a genuine relief when you're managing 40 kids on the way back from a field trip to Bidwell Park.
Amenities do vary by vehicle and operator, so the best move is to enter your trip details, browse what's available for your date, and confirm the specifics before you book. Call 530-767-8570 any time and you can get help reviewing what each option includes!
High-back vinyl bench seating
Large opening windows
Overhead interior lighting
PA/microphone system with AM/FM radio
Air conditioning on select vehicles
Under-seat storage for bags and equipment
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 530-767-8570 before booking.
How much does a School Bus cost in Chico?
Chico school bus rental pricing runs $205–$365 per hour on weekdays and $240–$380 per hour on weekends, with full-day rates available at $1,670–$2,335 per day depending on the vehicle size and the specifics of your trip. A Type A mini bus for a small group field trip to the Chico Museum (141 Salem St, Chico, CA 95928) will land at a different point in that range than a Type C conventional bus running a full-day route along SR-99 for a regional tournament — so the fastest way to get an accurate number for your exact date and headcount is to use the online quote tool. It takes about 30 seconds, no account needed, and you can compare pricing from a network of transportation companies serving Chico and the North State right on the results page.
Call 530-767-8570 any time to request a free, personalized quote — or enter your trip details online and compare Chico charter bus and school bus options side by side in under a minute!
| Type of Vehicle | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day | Cost Per Mile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 530-767-8570. | ||||
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