Charter Bus & Coach Bus Rentals in Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Charter bus rentals in Lancaster typically cost between $1,200 and $3,500 per day, depending on the size of the vehicle, duration of the trip, and season. Local trips within Lancaster County—such as shuttles to Spooky Nook Sports or Sight & Sound Theatres—may be billed hourly at rates from $150 to $400 per hour with a five-hour minimum. Longer-distance or multi-day charters (e.g., Lancaster to Philadelphia or Harrisburg) are usually priced by the mile or as a flat package.

Charter bus pricing in Lancaster is based on several factors: the type and size of vehicle (minibus, full-size motorcoach, or specialty coach), the total duration of the rental, the distance traveled, and the time of year. Additional factors include whether your trip requires the bus to stay overnight (incurring driver lodging costs), any custom amenities requested, and current demand. Peak seasons—like spring for school trips or summer for Amish Country tours—can increase rates due to higher demand.

Yes, we require a non-refundable deposit to secure your charter bus booking in Lancaster. This deposit is typically due at the time of reservation and is applied toward the total cost of your rental. The remaining balance must be paid in full before the date of your trip. Our team will provide you with specific payment terms and deadlines when you request a quote.

The final payment for your Lancaster charter bus rental is due before the start of your trip. We’ll provide a specific deadline when you book—typically 7 to 14 days prior to departure—to ensure all funds are processed in advance. This allows us to finalize scheduling, dispatch your vehicle, and confirm any last-minute details. Late payments may result in additional fees or cancellation of the reservation.

Yes, driver gratuity is included in your Lancaster charter bus quote. We automatically add a standard tip—usually 10% to 20% of the base fare—to ensure your driver is compensated fairly. If you feel your driver provided exceptional service, you’re welcome to offer an additional cash tip at the end of the trip. Our goal is to make billing straightforward and ensure every driver is rewarded for their hard work.

We offer a full range of buses in Lancaster, including 15- to 35-passenger minibuses, 56-passenger full-size motorcoaches, and several party/limo-style coaches seating 20–40. Most vehicles are available in multiple colors (black, white, silver) and can be wrapped or branded for corporate/event use. Our largest motorcoaches are ideal for school, sports, or large event shuttles, while smaller minibuses work well for airport transfers, wedding parties, or local business groups.

Our Lancaster fleet includes buses with reclining seats, climate control, onboard WiFi, power outlets or USB ports at each row, and flat-screen monitors with DVD/Blu-ray players. Larger coaches offer PA systems, luggage bays under the floor, and clean restroom facilities mid-cabin. Many models feature comfortable cloth or leatherette upholstery; premium coaches upgrade to leather seating, individual reading lights, and optional tray tables. Minibuses include most of the same amenities except restrooms and luggage bays.

It’s best to book your Lancaster charter bus 6–9 months in advance, especially if you need a large coach, multiple vehicles, or custom branding/scheduling. Spring and fall are peak seasons due to school trips, sports, and weddings, so availability tightens quickly. For major events (e.g., multi-day tours, festival shuttles, out-of-state travel), booking 9–12 months ahead ensures you get the exact vehicles and schedule you want. Last-minute bookings are possible but may limit your options.

Call our team anytime at 223-369-8810 to get an instant quote and book your bus! We’re available 24/7 to answer questions, run pricing, and help you choose the best vehicle for your group. Once you have a quote, you can review the contract, pay your deposit online, and manage your reservation through our digital portal. Final payment is due before departure, and our team handles all dispatch and support during the trip.

Yes, if your trip requires an overnight stay outside of Lancaster, you’ll need to provide hotel accommodations for the driver. The hotel should offer basic amenities, parking for the bus, and be located near the group’s lodging or event venue. Most clients book the driver’s room at the same hotel as the group to simplify logistics. For multi-day trips, one driver room per night is required; additional drivers may be needed for longer routes.

No, your Lancaster charter bus quote does not include tolls, parking fees, or venue access charges. These expenses are the responsibility of the client and must be paid directly during the trip. Toll roads, bridge crossings, and turnpike fees (e.g., PA Turnpike) are not included in the base fare. Venue or city parking charges—such as downtown Lancaster or Clipper Magazine Stadium—are billed separately and must be covered by the group.

Charter bus parking in Lancaster is available at Clipper Magazine Stadium (Barnstormers games), Lancaster County Convention Center (E. Vine St. lot), and select downtown garages with advance notice. Rockvale and Tanger Outlets offer bus parking for group shopping. Sight & Sound Theatres and American Music Theatre have designated bus areas. For Amtrak transfers, use the East Liberty Street lot. Always confirm availability and fees with the venue or facility before arrival.

Lancaster’s public transit is operated by Red Rose Transit Authority (RRTA), offering fixed-route buses across Lancaster City, Manheim Township, Millersville, Elizabethtown, and Ephrata. While RRTA is reliable for individual commuters, it lacks direct service to many rural or custom destinations—making transfers time-consuming for large groups. Private charter buses provide door-to-door service on your schedule, ideal for groups needing direct routes to venues like Spooky Nook Sports, Sight & Sound Theatres, or Amish Country tours without multiple transfers or fixed timetables.

We provide charter bus service to all airports in the Lancaster region, including Lancaster Airport (LNS), Harrisburg International Airport (MDT), Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), and Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE). We also serve regional airports such as Reading Regional Airport (RDG) and York Airport (THV). Our team can coordinate curbside pickups, drop-offs, and multi-terminal transfers for airline crews, travelers, or corporate groups.

Charter Bus Company Lancaster serves every kind of group in Lancaster County and beyond. We regularly work with K-12 schools and colleges (Millersville University, Thaddeus Stevens College), corporate teams, wedding parties, church congregations, sports teams (youth, high school, collegiate), senior citizen groups, military and government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and theater or music tour groups. Whether you’re planning a campus tour, business outing, religious retreat, tournament travel, or multi-day excursion, we can accommodate groups of any size—from small committees to large-scale assemblies requiring multiple buses.

We provide transportation for any event or occasion, including school field trips to the North Museum or Amish Farm & House, corporate outings and conferences at the Lancaster County Convention Center, weddings at popular venues like The Booking House or Stoltzfus Homestead, sports team travel for games and tournaments, church retreats and mission trips, concert and theater outings to the Fulton Theatre, airport transfers, brewery and winery tours, and multi-day group tours. If you have a custom itinerary or special event, we’ll help you plan the perfect transportation.

Charter Bus Company Lancaster proudly serves Lancaster and every nearby city or township in the region. We operate in Harrisburg, York, Reading, Hershey, Lebanon, Elizabethtown, Ephrata, Lititz, Manheim, Mount Joy, Columbia, Millersville, and Quarryville. Need to go farther? We also serve Philadelphia, Allentown, State College, Baltimore, and suburban communities across Central Pennsylvania. No matter where your trip begins or ends, we have the vehicles and experience to handle it.