Charter Bus Rentals Santee, California

You can expect your Santee bus rental to cost around $2,500 to $3,800+ for a full day (10–14 hours) or $197–$519 per hour, not including driver gratuity, tolls, and parking. Minibuses typically run $1,600–$2,900 per day. Multi-day and long-distance trips are billed by the mile ($5.50–$8.50+). Call our team anytime at 858-379-9790 and we'll walk you through everything you need to know about charter bus pricing!

Example #1: A biotechnology firm in Santee is sending its research team to a three-day symposium in San Francisco. They need a 56-passenger charter bus to accommodate 40 employees plus equipment. The company received a quote of $6,800 for a three-day rental and plans to tip the driver 15%. Final cost including gratuity: $7,820.

Example #2:  A youth soccer club in Santee is traveling to a weekend tournament in Anaheim. With 25 players, coaches, and parents, they booked a 28-seat minibus. The two-day trip was quoted at $3,400, and the club added a 10% tip for the driver. Final cost including gratuity: $3,740.

Example #3: A local church in Santee organized a day trip for its seniors’ group to the San Diego Zoo. They rented a 20-passenger minibus for a single-day outing and were quoted $1,850. The church included a 15% gratuity. Final cost including gratuity: $2,127.

Example #4: An elementary school in Santee booked a field trip to Balboa Park for 60 students and staff, requiring a 56-seat charter bus. The school district received a one-day rate of $2,100 and budgeted an additional 15% for the driver’s tip. Final cost including gratuity: $2,415.

Charter bus pricing in Santee depends on the size of vehicle you book, your travel dates, the length and mileage of your trip, and how far in advance you reserve your bus. Local demand spikes around major events like Padres games, Comic-Con, or college move-in days can also impact rates.

Yes, we can provide fully ADA-accessible and wheelchair-friendly buses on request. Just let us know what you need when you call, and we’ll make sure your vehicle includes lifts, securement areas, and other accessibility features at no extra charge.

We serve school field trips, athletic teams, corporate outings, church groups, wedding parties, airport transfers, military and government transportation, and special event shuttles to destinations across San Diego County and beyond. If you have a group, we have a bus!

Santee Charter Bus offers minibuses (18–25 seats), mid-size shuttle buses (up to 40 seats), and full-size charter buses (up to 56 seats) from all the top manufacturers including MCI, Prevost, Van Hool, Temsa, Grech, and Turtle Top. We’ll match you with the perfect vehicle for your group size and budget.

Our shuttle buses include forward-facing seats, reclining backs, armrests, individual reading lights, overhead parcel racks, front/rear HVAC with high-capacity heat and A/C, USB charging ports at every row, PA/microphone system, tinted windows, and a rear luggage compartment. Additional upgrades like Wi-Fi, 110V outlets, video monitors, and vinyl seat upholstery are available on select models.

You should book your charter bus at least four to six weeks before your trip to lock in the best availability and pricing. If you’re traveling during a busy time—like spring break, summer wedding season, or around a big event like Comic-Con—you’ll get better rates by reserving your bus two to three months ahead of time. Last-minute rentals are possible if we have open vehicles, but prices go up as supply gets tight.

Getting a quote is easy! Just call our 24/7 reservations team at 858-379-9790 with your trip details—including pickup location, destination, travel dates, and passenger count—or fill out the online form on our website. We’ll quickly provide you with an instant price estimate and answer any questions you have about booking a charter bus in Santee.

Your quote covers the base rental of the bus, driver pay, fuel, and standard amenities. It does NOT include tolls, driver lodging on overnight trips, cleaning fees, or parking passes at venues. For example, parking at Petco Park ranges from $21–$48 depending on the lot, while Snapdragon Stadium charges $30–$50 for buses depending on the lot. You’ll need to pay those fees separately.

Once you’ve received your quote, you can book your bus by calling our reservations team to confirm your reservation and pay the required deposit. The balance is due before departure. It’s fast, simple, and completely secure!

Santee Charter Bus provides service to and from anywhere in San Diego County—including downtown San Diego, La Jolla, Mission Valley, North County, East County, and South Bay—as well as regional and long-distance destinations like Los Angeles, Orange County, Riverside, Phoenix, Las Vegas, and more. No matter where you need to go, we’ll get you there!