Salt Lake City Charter Bus & Minibus Rental Prices: How Much Does a Salt Lake City Bus Rental Cost?

Salt Lake City Minibus Company offers several types of buses, each with its own pricing structure. Here are some average rates for our most popular vehicles:

• 56-Passenger Coach Bus – $197 – $519 per hour · $1,600 – $3,800 per day · $5.00 – $8.00 per mile
• 25-Passenger Minibus – $165 – $428 per hour · $1,300 – $3,200 per day · $4.00 – $7.00 per mile
• 20-Passenger Minibus – $157 – $414 per hour · $1,300 – $3,100 per day · $4.00 – $7.00 per mile
• 18-Passenger Minibus – $145 – $404 per hour · $1,300 – $3,000 per day · $4.00 – $7.00 per mile

These rates are only estimates. Your actual quote may be higher or lower depending on your specific needs. For example, renting a bus during peak season (spring and summer) will generally cost more than booking in the winter. Similarly, trips that require overnight stays or extensive mileage will increase the total price. To get an accurate quote tailored to your itinerary, contact us anytime.

Several key factors affect the total cost of your charter bus rental in Salt Lake City:

• Trip Duration and Distance: Short trips within downtown SLC (like shuttling between the Salt Palace Convention Center and nearby hotels such as the Grand America or Little America) may be billed hourly, while longer journeys to places like Park City, Ogden, or Provo are usually charged by the day or mile. For example, a round-trip charter from SLC to BYU in Provo will cost more than an afternoon shuttle looping around Temple Square, City Creek Center, and the Utah State Capitol.
• Bus Type and Size: Full-size 56-passenger charter buses are more expensive than smaller 18- to 35-passenger minibuses or mid-size options. If you need premium amenities—like onboard restrooms, WiFi, power outlets, or extra luggage space for ski gear heading to Snowbird, Alta, or Brighton—expect to pay a higher rate. Smaller groups going bar-hopping in Sugar House or 9th & 9th can save money with a compact minibus.
• Seasonality and Demand: Charter bus prices spike during busy periods like spring break (March-April), summer wedding season (June-August), fall college football games (U of U, Weber State), and major events such as FanX Comic Convention, Sundance Film Festival, or Days of ’47 Parade. Booking during these peak times will increase your rate, while off-peak months (November-February, excluding holidays) are more affordable.
• Itinerary Details: Multi-day trips that require overnight stays—for example, taking a youth group to Zion National Park, Moab, or St. George—will include lodging costs for the driver. One-way charters to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), Megaplex Theatres, or Maverik Center in West Valley may incur “deadhead” fees to cover the empty return trip. Tight schedules with multiple stops (such as touring Hogle Zoo, Red Butte Garden, and Natural History Museum of Utah in one day) can also impact pricing.
• Amenities and Custom Requests: Buses with deluxe features like leather seats, PA systems for guided tours of Antelope Island or Great Salt Lake, video monitors for showing movies en route to Lagoon Amusement Park, or custom wraps for corporate branding will cost more than standard models. ADA-accessible vehicles with wheelchair lifts are available at no extra charge but should be requested early.
• Tolls, Parking, and Permits: Most charters in the SLC area avoid toll roads, but you’ll be responsible for any parking fees at destinations like Rice-Eccles Stadium, Vivint Arena, or Gallivan Center. If your itinerary includes national parks (Arches, Bryce Canyon, Capitol Reef), budget for entrance fees and commercial vehicle permits.
• Gratuity: While not mandatory, it’s customary to tip your driver 10-20% for excellent service—especially on long trips down I-15 or I-80.

The best way to get an accurate price is to contact Salt Lake City Minibus Company with your exact headcount, schedule, and wish list. We’ll provide a free, no-obligation quote that covers everything so there are no surprises later.