Charter Bus Rentals National City, California

Charter bus rental prices in National City typically cost $197–$519 per hour, $1,600–$3,800 per day, or $4.50–$8.00 per mile depending on vehicle size, trip length, and other factors. Minibuses are $135–$375 per hour or $1,100–$2,900 per day. Multi-day and long-distance trips are billed either daily or by total mileage plus driver hotel. Call National City Charter Bus anytime at 858-786-3420 for exact pricing and availability!

Here are four real-world examples of recent charter bus quotes from National City Charter Bus in National City to help you understand what a typical reservation costs:

• Example #1: A technology company in National City is sending their sales department to a two-day conference in San Francisco for professional development. The company needs a charter bus with at least 55 seats to transport the employees and their luggage to the event. Their driver will also transport them between the hotel and the venue each morning and evening. The technology company received a quote for $4,600 for their two-day charter bus rental, and they plan to tip their driver 15%.
  Final cost including gratuity: $5,290
• Example #2: Last summer, a high school baseball team in National City requested a shuttle rental to the playoffs in Los Angeles. With 17 players, four coaches, and an extensive amount of equipment and luggage to bring to the tournament, the team settled on a coach bus rental with a seating capacity of 50. The head coach received a quote for $2,700 and tipped the driver 10% at the end of the trip.
  Final cost including gratuity: $2,970
• Example #3: A local church group booked a minibus (seats 25) for a weekend retreat to Julian, CA. Two-day package with 250 miles included: $2,200. Additional mileage charged at $5.00/mile. 10% gratuity added.
• Example #4: A University in National City books a 56-passenger motorcoach for a six-day student trip to Sacramento. Total package price including driver hotel: $7,800. University pays driver gratuity separately at end of trip.

Several factors influence the cost of your charter bus rental in National City, including the type and size of vehicle you choose, the length and duration of your trip, the time of year you’re traveling, and the pickup and drop-off locations. Local events like Chargers or Padres games, Comic-Con, and cruise ship schedules can also impact availability and pricing. Additional expenses such as tolls, parking fees, and driver accommodations may apply depending on your itinerary.

Yes! We can provide fully ADA-accessible buses with wheelchair lifts, securement areas, extra handrails, and accessible restrooms at no additional cost. Please request ADA service when booking so we can assign an appropriate vehicle. We believe everyone deserves equal access to comfortable, reliable group transportation.

National City Charter Bus handles transportation for school field trips, athletic teams, corporate events, construction site shuttles, military movements, airport transfers, cruise terminal runs, wedding parties, church outings, casino trips, and more. Recent local trips include shuttles to Naval Base San Diego, Sweetwater Union High School District campuses, SDSU and UCSD events, Border Field State Park excursions, and cross-border service to Tijuana International Airport via the CBX bridge.

We offer minibuses seating 18–25 passengers, midsize shuttle buses for 30–40 riders, and full-size motorcoaches with 50–56 seats. Popular models include the Ford E450 minibus, Grech EG40 midcoach, and Prevost H3-45 or MCI J4500/Vanhool CX45 highway coaches. Let us know your headcount and luggage needs—we’ll match you with the perfect vehicle.

Our larger buses feature reclining seats, individual reading lights, dual USB/power outlets at every row, flat-screen video monitors, PA microphones, WiFi, and underfloor luggage bays. Most 40+ seat models include a rear restroom. Minibuses have forward-facing cloth seats, front/rear AC, and optional Bluetooth audio. Upgrade packages with leatherette upholstery, wood-look flooring, and tinted windows are available.

You should reserve your bus at least four to six months before your trip date. During busy seasons—like spring and summer—it’s smart to book even earlier because buses sell out fast. Once you know your schedule, call National City Charter Bus right away to lock in the best price and availability.

You can call our reservations team anytime at 858-786-3420 or use the online quote form on our website to get an instant estimate. Just provide your trip date, pickup location, destination, passenger count, and any special requests. We’ll send you a customized price within minutes. Once you receive your quote, you can easily compare options, ask questions, and confirm your reservation with a signed contract and deposit.

Your quote covers the base rental fee for the vehicle and driver, but does not include tolls, driver accommodations, cleaning fees, or parking passes. You’ll need to pay for parking at venues like Snapdragon Stadium ($100–$200 per bus), Petco Park ($60–$120), or Viejas Arena ($75–$150), plus hotel rooms for the driver on overnight trips. Gratuity is extra unless specified.

To book a bus from National City Charter Bus, simply call our reservations team anytime at 858-786-3420 or use the online quote tool on our website to get an instant estimate. Once you receive your quote, you can confirm your reservation by signing the contract and paying the required deposit. The remaining balance is due before departure.

National City Charter Bus provides service throughout San Diego County and beyond, including Chula Vista, Imperial Beach, Coronado, Downtown San Diego, Mission Valley, La Mesa, Spring Valley, Lemon Grove, and North County destinations like Carlsbad and Oceanside. We also handle long-distance trips to Los Angeles, Orange County, Riverside, Phoenix, Las Vegas, and cross-border runs to Tijuana via the CBX terminal. No matter where you need to go, we’ll get you there on time and hassle-free.