School Bus Rental
Berkeleyminibuscompany.com makes finding a school bus rental in Berkeley, California fast, straightforward, and surprisingly easy! Whether you're coordinating a field trip from UC Berkeley's campus to the California Academy of Sciences in Golden Gate Park, shuttling a youth group across the Bay Bridge to a Giants game at Oracle Park, or organizing a large community event that needs a full-size conventional bus to move everyone at once, one quick form is all it takes to compare school buses and rates from a network of independently owned transportation companies serving Berkeley and the East Bay. Call 341-234-1990 or use the online quote tool right now to get Berkeley school bus rental pricing in under 30 seconds — no account needed!
Check Berkeley School Bus Pricing & Availability
More About School Buses
Not every group trip out of Berkeley calls for the same vehicle, and that's exactly why comparing across a network beats calling one company and taking whatever they have left. The network includes Type A mini and Type B small school buses seating approximately 10–24 adults — the right fit for a smaller classroom group headed to Lawrence Hall of Science (1 Centennial Dr, Berkeley, CA 94720) up in the Berkeley Hills, or a youth organization making a quick run down I-80 to the Oakland waterfront. For larger groups, Type C large conventional school buses seat approximately 44–48 adults and give your whole group room to spread out on longer hauls — think a full grade-level trip across the Carquinez Bridge toward Sacramento or a community shuttle running multiple pickup loops through the Elmwood and Rockridge neighborhoods before heading to an all-day event.
Because Berkeleyminibuscompany.com pulls from a network of independently owned companies rather than a single fleet, you're comparing headcount-matched options side by side instead of squeezing your group into whatever one operator happens to have available that morning. You set the passenger count. You pick the size.
You confirm the itinerary. Enter your trip details once and see what's available for your specific date and group!
Inside a School Bus
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 341-234-1990 to view current vehicle options, photos, availability, and pricing. Confirm the exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
Common Amenities Available on Berkeley School Bus Rentals
Heading up into the Berkeley Hills for a field science day at Tilden Regional Park (Tilden Park, Berkeley, CA 94708)? Or shuttling a large student group down University Avenue and onto the Bay Bridge toward a full-day itinerary in San Francisco? The school buses available through this network may include the basics your group actually needs — high-backed bench seating, overhead luggage compartments for backpacks and gear, and climate control to handle everything from a foggy East Bay morning to a warm inland afternoon.
Smaller Type A and B buses can be better suited to the tighter residential streets around the UC Berkeley campus and the narrow approach roads in the Berkeley Hills than a full-size coach. Larger Type C conventional buses can carry the full group in one load, depending on the vehicle selected.
Amenities do vary by operator and vehicle, so when you fill out your quote request, mention any specifics your group needs — extra luggage capacity for equipment, accessible boarding, or a particular pickup window — and the support team at 341-234-1990 can help match you with the right fit!
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 341-234-1990 before booking.
How much does a School Bus cost in Berkeley?
Berkeley 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 vehicle size, the specific route, and how many stops your itinerary includes. A smaller Type A or B bus for a half-day field trip to the East Bay Regional Parks will land at a very different number than a full-size Type C conventional bus running all-day loops between Berkeley, Oakland, and San Francisco — and comparing across a network means you see those differences side by side instead of guessing.
Getting a number for your specific date takes about 30 seconds on the online quote tool — enter your pickup location, drop-off, date, and headcount, and the quote process continues to a results page that can show available vehicles and trip-specific pricing from a network of independently owned companies serving Berkeley and the broader East Bay. No account required, no callbacks to wait on. Or call 341-234-1990 any time and a live agent will walk through the options with you and put together a quote built around your exact itinerary!
| 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 exact price for your trip, request an estimate online or call 341-234-1990. | ||||
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If the School Bus doesn't fit your group's size, luggage needs, itinerary, or preferred amenities, browse the other bus types available.