Charter Bus Prices in Des Moines

Bus rental prices in Des Moines typically range from $1,400 to $6,500 or more, depending on the size of the vehicle, length of the trip, and time of year. Smaller vehicles like 18-passenger minibuses are generally billed by the hour and can cost between $150 and $350 per hour, while larger 56-passenger charter buses are often billed by the day or by mileage and can run $4,000 to $6,500 per day or $5.50 to $10.50 per mile. For longer trips, such as Des Moines to Chicago or Des Moines to Minneapolis, pricing is usually calculated by the mile, with rates averaging $5.50 to $10.50 per mile depending on the size of the bus and the specifics of the trip. To get an exact price for your trip, call our team at 515-904-8790 with your itinerary and bus needs, and we’ll send you a personalized quote in minutes.

Several key factors determine the final cost of your Des Moines charter bus rental:

• Vehicle Type and Size: Larger vehicles with more amenities (like a 56-passenger motorcoach) cost more than smaller, standard models (like a 20-passenger minibus).
• Trip Duration and Distance: Local trips are often billed hourly, while out-of-town or multi-day trips are billed by the day or by the mile.
• Time of Year: Spring and summer are peak seasons due to school trips, weddings, and sports events, which can drive up prices.
• Pickup Location: If your trip starts outside of the operator’s base, you may incur additional “deadhead” fees to cover the empty miles traveled to your pickup point.
• Tolls, Parking, and Driver Expenses: Additional costs like tolls on I-80 or I-35, parking fees at venues like Wells Fargo Arena, and driver lodging for multi-day trips are typically not included in the base quote.
• Special Requests: Buses with luxury amenities (leather seats, WiFi, power outlets) or ADA-accessible vehicles may cost more.