NEW ORLEANS BUS RENTAL PRICES

The cost to rent a party bus or charter bus can vary widely based on your specific trip details. Factors like passenger count, number of stops, mileage, route, and more impact the total price. But don’t worry – with the right company, getting a custom price estimate tailored to your unique needs takes just seconds. New Orleans Party Bus Company makes it easy to compare real-time pricing and availability for vehicles that fit your group size and route. Whether you need a party bus for a bachelorette party or a charter bus for a corporate event, our huge fleet of buses has the perfect option. Our professional reservations team can provide an instant quote tailored to your trip specifics in just 30 seconds over the phone. Or you can use our 24 hour online booking tool to get a custom price estimate and start planning your next group transportation anytime. Comparing prices and availability has never been easier. Just call 504-264-9429 or use the online tool to find the right party bus or charter bus rental at a price that works for your budget.

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Here are some estimated price ranges to get you started planning your budget:

Hourly Rates
Vehicles	Hourly Minium Prices
Limousines
6 Passenger Limousine	$ 155-265 per hour
8 Passenger Limousine	$ 155-265 per hour
10 Passenger Limousine	$ 155-265 per hour
14 Passenger Limousine	$ 155-285 per hour
16 Passenger Limousine	$ 155-335 per hour
18 Passenger Limousine	$ 155-335 per hour
20 Passenger Limousine	$ 200-335 per hour
Coach Buses
18 Passenger Mini Bus	$155-300 per hour
20 Passenger Minibus	$155-300 per hour
25 Passenger Mini Bus	$155-320 per hour
50 Passenger Coach Bus	$195-400 per hour
56 Passenger Charter Bus	$195-400 per hour
School Bus Rental	$185-350 per hour
Party Limo Buses
14 Passenger Sprinter Party Bus	$185-355 per hour
15 Passenger Party Bus	$185-355 per hour
20 Passenger Party Bus	$235-355 per hour
30 Passenger Party Bus	$295-400 per hour
35 Passenger Party Bus	$295-400 per hour
40 Passenger Party Bus	$295-440 per hour
50 Passenger Party Bus	$300-500 per hour

The pricing listed above are just estimated rates and can vary significantly based due to COVID, inflation, and availability. To get more accurate pricing based on your trip, please give us a call and we’ll get you a quote right over the phone.

Factors Determining Bus Rental Cost

The cost of your bus rental depends on several key factors. When providing a quote, we take into account the vehicle type, rental duration, mileage, extras, and more. Pricing can vary based on the size of the bus, the features included, time of year, and additional services requested. We calculate each quote individually to ensure an accurate price tailored to your specific trip. Below, we’ll break down exactly how each element affects the total rental cost. Knowing these pricing factors helps you budget and plan your perfect group trip.

Distance and Length of Trip

Buses are rented hourly, daily or by mileage depending on the details of your New Orleans trip. For travel within the city, you’ll likely pay an hourly rate. On average, bus companies require a 4-hour minimum rental but we can negotiate shorter rentals for your group’s needs. Multi-day trips spanning long distances are billed by the day or per mile. If you need transportation locally over several days, like for a festival or conference, we’ll probably charge a flat daily rate. Itineraries can change last-minute, but avoid altering your route when possible. Even if you’ve paid in full already, extra mileage outside the original plan will incur additional fees. For example, an hourly rental traveling from the French Quarter to the Superdome would become a mileage-based rate if you decided to continue to Baton Rouge afterward. Or if your daily rental taking you from New Orleans to Nashville made an unplanned stop in Memphis, those extra miles would mean extra costs.

When You’re Traveling

The time of year you book your New Orleans charter bus rental can greatly impact the final price. Bus rental rates spike during the busy spring season from March through May when Mardi Gras rolls through town, the French Quarter Festival packs the streets, Jazz Fest jams for two weekends, and local schools host their proms and graduations. Demand is high, so prices are too. Save money by planning your New Orleans bus rental between June and February when tourism slows down after spring break and summer vacations end. Saints game days will still drive up rates in the fall and winter, so check the schedule if you’re booking a bus for a weekend trip. The best deals can be found during the quieter months of July and August when families stay home and temperatures soar. Plan your next New Orleans bus rental trip during the off-season and you’ll keep more money in your wallet for beignets and café au lait on the ride.

Starting and Ending Locations

The starting point and final destination of your bus rental journey are key factors in determining your total price. We have charter buses stationed in every major city across Louisiana, including New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Lafayette, Lake Charles, and Shreveport. More buses means more availability and competitive pricing. Larger metro areas like New Orleans and Baton Rouge have the highest supply, keeping costs lower for routes beginning or ending there. If you’re starting in a smaller suburb, your quote will likely be higher. It also costs extra if our bus needs to travel a long distance from our depot to your starting point before picking you up. For example, a one-way charter from Lafayette to New Orleans, with 70 miles of deadhead mileage, will be pricier than a roundtrip charter within New Orleans. Give us your exact start and end points when booking so we can give you the most accurate price.

Group Size and Bus Type

The type of bus you choose for your New Orleans group outing will impact the total cost. Our fleet includes everything from flashy party buses with neon lights to standard 56-passenger motorcoaches. Luxury buses or specialty vehicles like entertainer coaches cost more per hour than our economy minibuses. A minibus that fits 20 people makes sense for smaller groups because you won’t pay to rent unused seats. If you have 40 riders, a minibus forces close quarters, so upgrade to a full-sized coach. Optimal savings come from filling a standard 56-passenger bus. Don’t require frills? A basic motorcoach without lavatory or DVD players costs less than a decked-out coach. Compare vehicle sizes and amenities to select the ideal bus for your group’s size and budget.

How to Keep Costs Down

Here are some tips for keeping your New Orleans charter bus rental costs low. Avoid booking for Mardi Gras, Jazz Fest, or other major events when demand is high. Opt for a Sunday-Thursday rental instead of Friday-Saturday. Skip extras like leather seats or TVs if you don’t need them. And maximize occupancy – a full bus splits the total cost over more passengers. Carefully planning your route can also help control costs. For example, avoid routes that require tolls or stadium parking fees. With some strategic planning, you can get a great bus rental deal in New Orleans.

Book Your Bus Today

Looking to book a party bus or charter bus for your next event in New Orleans? Getting a quote is quick and easy with New Orleans Party Bus Company. Whether you need transportation for a birthday, bachelor/bachelorette party, corporate event, or any other occasion, our online booking tool allows you to receive an instant price estimate tailored to your specific trip details and group size. Simply provide the date, start and end locations, passenger count, and any amenities you require like TVs or a dance pole. Our system will immediately calculate the estimated total and send you a custom quote to review. If you prefer to speak with one of our booking experts, they are available 7 days a week at 504-264-9429 to walk through options and provide a personalized quote over the phone. With real-time pricing and buses to fit all budgets, get your free quote today and let the party begin!

Sample Trip Quotes

To give you a ballpark idea, here are some sample quotes for requests we’ve gotten from our customers:

Example #1

Example #2

A corporate event planner in New Orleans is organizing an annual sales conference for her company’s top performers from around the country. She expects 75 sales reps to attend the 3-day conference at a hotel in the French Quarter. To make transportation easy during their stay, she decides to book a charter bus for group outings to local attractions like the National WWII Museum, Oak Alley Plantation, and a Mississippi River cruise. She rents a 56-passenger charter bus for 8 hours a day for all 3 days of the conference. The 8-hour daily rate for a charter bus that size in New Orleans is $1,400. For all 3 days, the total comes out to $4,200. She also tips the driver 10% at the end of each day, adding an extra $420 over the 3 days. The total cost of the New Orleans charter bus rental for her corporate event is $4,620. With 75 sales reps attending, it comes out to only $62 per person for convenient transportation to explore the city during their conference.

Example #3

A high school football team from a small town outside New Orleans is headed to the state championship game in the Big Easy. The team has 45 players, 5 coaches, and a group of very enthusiastic parents who want to cheer on the team. In total, their group size is 85 people. To make transportation easy for the big game, they decide to rent a charter bus in New Orleans. They price out a 56 passenger charter bus for a one day rental during their stay. The charter bus company quotes them $165 per hour to have the bus at their disposal from 8am to 11pm on game day. This comes out to a total of $2,970 for a 15 hour rental to provide roundtrip transportation from their hotel to the stadium and around the city. With such a large group, chartering a bus is much more affordable than booking a fleet of taxis or rideshares, and provides a comfortable way for their team and fans to travel together. To show their appreciation, the team decides to tip the charter bus driver 10% for excellent service, bringing their total to $3,267. While a splurge, it provides lasting memories for the team’s championship run.

Example #4

A group of friends from Baton Rouge decide to take a day trip to New Orleans for a Sunday of fun. There are 12 people going, and they want to visit the French Quarter, have a jazz brunch, and do a swamp tour. They decide to rent a minibus for the day to easily get around the busy city. The group rents a 14 passenger minibus for 10 hours from 9am-7pm at a rate of $140 per hour, totaling $1,400. The minibus picks them up and drops them off at their meeting spot in Baton Rouge. In New Orleans, the driver takes them exactly where they want to go. They have a great day exploring the city. At the end, they tip the minibus driver 15% for excellent service, adding $210 to the total cost. Their fun day trip exploring New Orleans costs $1,610 total.

Example #5

A bride and groom are getting married in the French Quarter of New Orleans. They expect 150 guests, many traveling from out of town. The couple wants to provide transportation for guests between the hotel, ceremony, and reception. They also need a fun party bus for bachelor and bachelorette festivities. After getting quotes, they decide to rent three charter buses. For the wedding day, they reserve a 56-passenger and a 40-passenger bus from 10am-10pm at $150 per hour each. That’s $3,000 per bus or $6,000 total. On Friday night, they rent a 30-passenger party bus for the bachelor/bachelorette parties from 8pm-2am at $200 per hour, totaling $1,600. Between all three charter bus rentals for the weekend, the total comes to $7,600. The couple tips each driver 10% for excellent service, adding $760. Their New Orleans charter bus rentals ensure guests travel safely and focus on celebrating their big day.