Des Moines Charter Bus & Minibus Rentals
Charter Bus Rental Company Des Moines is here to make group transportation in Des Moines, Iowa, easy and stress-free. Whether you’re traveling with a small group or a large one, for a short trip or a long one, we’ll pair you with the perfect charter bus rental to fit your travel needs. Call us anytime at 319-304-4690 to receive a free, personalized quote for your upcoming Des Moines trip, or just use our online pricing tool to get rates in under 30 seconds!
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Why Rent a Bus With Charter Bus Rental Company Des Moines?
Choosing the right charter bus company can be tough with so many transportation providers in the Des Moines area. City Charter Bus Rental Company Des Moines is dedicated to making sure group transportation in Des Moines is a breeze for every type of group. Choose from a variety of amenities and bus rental types for groups of all shapes and sizes with quick quotes, tailored service plans, and affordable pricing options. Our reservation team has extensive experience, and is dedicated to finding you the perfect charter or minibus for your wedding, team outing, field trip, church event, or business trip. We can also set up long-term rentals for recurring routes or events! Just let us know what your group needs!
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Book a Charter Bus To a Des Moines Iowa Cubs Games
Traveling to see the Iowa Cubs or the Iowa Wild requires a transportation plan, and if you don’t want to organize a multi-vehicle caravan—book a sports team bus rental. A charter bus rental for a sporting event in Des Moines offers the convenience of amenities like underneath storage for tailgating gear or large equipment like hockey sticks, and onboard features like WiFi and TVs for passengers to enjoy on the ride. Your bus driver will also be able to pick up and drop off near Principal Park or Wells Fargo Arena without your group needing to worry about parking in busy lots. Call Charter Bus Rental Company Des Moines at 319-304-4690 and ask your reservation specialist to get you a quote for a sports charter bus today!
Professional Wedding Shuttle Services in Des Moines
Don’t let wedding day transportation logistics be an additional stressor as you plan a beautiful service for you and your loved ones in Des Moines, Iowa! Charter Bus Rental Company Des Moines offers reliable wedding shuttle transportation for big and small weddings alike. Ensure everyone arrives on time to the ceremony at the Scottish Rite Consistory or to celebrate at reception venues like the Des Moines Botanical Garden. With a professional wedding shuttle service, your guests can focus on celebrating and your wedding party won’t have to worry about navigating between destinations. A charter bus rental will ensure your wedding day transportation goes off without a hitch!
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Are you a business professional planning an important upcoming convention or corporate event in Des Moines? Booking a corporate shuttle bus rental for conferences can greatly enhance the experience for your attendees at events held at the Iowa Events Center or any other local event spaces. We’ll work directly with you to ensure that your guests arrive in a timely fashion on a vehicle that includes all the amenities they’ll need to stay focused, comfortable, and relaxed between stops. Reserve a charter bus today and see for yourself what kind of accommodations Charter Bus Rental Company Des Moines can offer.
Des Moines School Trip Charter Bus Rentals
Need reliable, and dependable transportation for your upcoming field trip in Des Moines? Charter Bus Rental Company Des Moines is here for you and your students. With a wide network of buses, minibuses, charter buses, and school buses, we offer group transportation for schools of all ages to anywhere you wish to go in Des Moines and throughout Iowa. The charter buses in our network include a bus driver to handle the trip details and logistics, so you won’t have to. Just relax and enjoy a field trip they’ll never forget.
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Organizing a big family reunion, church youth group outing, birthday celebration, or a trip with friends in the Des Moines area can be difficult if you need transportation for large numbers of people. Coordinating carpools, booking rideshares, or catching the bus will add time and stress to your private event or trip, when you should be having fun with your loved ones! Instead of managing several modes of transportation and groups of travelers, make your next trip a simple, stress-free one when you book a private charter bus rental from Charter Bus Rental Company Des Moines.
Airport Transfers At Des Moines International Airport
Planning a trip to or from Des Moines International Airport with a large group? Charter Bus Rental Company Des Moines can organize group transportation at the airport for a variety of travel reasons. Whether you need an airport transfer after a delayed flight or shuttle service between terminals, Charter Bus Rental Company Des Moines has the group transportation solution for you. Our team can pick up your group from the airport after a long flight with their luggage in tow, and transport them to their hotels, homes, local attractions, or elsewhere in Des Moines, Iowa. Forget multiple rideshares, public transit, and other hectic transportation — travel to and from the airport in comfort and style.
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| Bus Type | Per Hour | Per Day | Per Mile |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 to 56 Passenger Charter Bus | $180 – $500+ | $1,800 – $3,800 | $6.00 – $9.95 |
| 40 to 50 Passenger Charter Bus | $170 – $480+ | $1,700 – $3,565 | $6.00 – $9.95 |
| 25 to 35 Passenger Minibus | $150 – $450+ | $1,610 – $3,465 | $4.00 – $9.95 |
| 20 to 24 Passenger Minibus | $150 – $440+ | $1,610 – $3,365 | $4.00 – $8.95 |
| 15 to 18 Passenger Minibus | $150 – $430+ | $1,520 – $3,255 | $4.00 – $7.95 |
| Entertainer Coach | $315 – $550+ | $3,000 – $5,000+ | $6.00 – $9.95 |
| Yellow School Bus | $145 – $450+ | $1,520 – $3,655 | $6.00 – $9.95 |
| Shuttle Bus | $155 – $450+ | $1,520 – $3,655 | $6.00 – $9.95 |
Des Moines Party Bus Rental Prices
| Type of Party Bus | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small Party Bus (10 to 20 Passengers) | $180 - $450+ | $200 - $470+ | $1,000 - $2,900+ |
| Medium Party Bus (20 to 40 Passengers) | $200 - $500+ | $220 - $500+ | $1,200 - $3,500+ |
| Large Party Bus Rental (40 to 50 Passengers) | $250 - $500+ | $240 - $520+ | $1,500 - $3,900+ |
| Mercedes Sprinter Party Bus | $160 - $400+ | $180 - $450+ | $1,000 - $3,900+ |
* Prices may vary greatly in your city and state. Due to the impact of COVID-19 and inflation, all rental prices shown are past estimates. Actual pricing may be significantly higher depending on availability and location. To get real-time pricing, call us 1–319-304-4690 or use our online quote tool.
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Top Destinations in Des Moines To Visit By Charter Bus
Looking for a few destinations in Des Moines to add to your itinerary? We’ve gathered a few spots sure to satisfy all groups, including history buffs, animal lovers, art connoisseurs, and even sports fanatics!
Blank Park Zoo
- 7401 SW 9th St, Des Moines, IA 50315
- (515) 285-4722
Blank Park Zoo is one of Des Moines’s best destinations for families and students on a field trip. The zoo is located just 15 minutes from the heart of Downtown Des Moines and is easily accessible with a charter bus. It’s home to more than 800 animals, including giraffes, zebras, camels, lions, tigers, bears, and a variety of primates. Groups can plan a self-guided tour around the zoo or coordinate educational programs and tours through the zoo’s official website. Depending on what time of year you’re visiting, Blank Park Zoo also hosts annual special events including Zoo Brew and Eggstravaganza.
Living History Farms
- 11121 Hickman Rd, Urbandale, IA 50322
- (515) 278-5286
Living History Farms is one of the most popular attractions in the Des Moines metro area. Learn Iowa’s agricultural history and visit a farm modeled to appear like an 1875 farmstead, a 1900 horse-powered farm, and a 1700 Ioway Indian farm. If you’re a history teacher or organizing a class field trip, this is one destination you’ll want to add to your itinerary. School groups can call (515) 278-5286 to get tickets for educational programs, field trips, and even overnight educational adventures. Living History Farms is only about a 20-minute drive from the center of Des Moines.
Iowa State Capitol Building
- 1007 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50319
- (515) 281-5591
The State Capitol building in Des Moines is a beautiful architectural landmark. Get some culture at the heart of Iowa’s political history. The capitol building was finished in 1886 and today, features a five-dome design and a golden dome above its rotunda. You’ll also see a 23-karat gold-leaf-covered dome during a tour of the State Capitol. Take a free guided tour around this historic landmark by calling (515) 281-5591. If you’re headed to Downtown Des Moines with a group for a tour or even a political rally or march on the Capitol—book a bus rental to make transportation a breeze. You’ll be dropped off directly in front of the building, and your charter bus driver will then be able to park in designated areas around East Grand Avenue, West Grand Avenue, and Pennsylvania Avenue
Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
- 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA 50309
- (515) 323-6290
With Charter Bus Rental Company Des Moines, it’s easy for your group to relax in Downtown Des Moines among nature. The Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden covers 14 acres near the Des Moines River waterfront and has both indoor and outdoor exhibitions. A popular place for local artists and nature lovers, visitors are treated to over 1,000 species of exotic and native Iowa plants and flowers, and even the changing color of tree leaves during autumn in Iowa is worthy of a trip. Along with regularly rotating exhibitions and workshops, the botanical garden also hosts events and offers rental venues. Say “I do” under a canopy of native greenery and seasonal flowers or host a relaxing corporate event with a botanical backdrop.
Salisbury House & Gardens
- 4025 Tonawanda Dr, Des Moines, IA 50312
- (515) 274-1777
History fans should prioritize a visit to the historic Salisbury House & Gardens in Downtown Des Moines. Carl Weeks and Edith Van Slyke Weeks built the mansion in the early 1920s. The Tudor-revival mansion is located on nearly three acres of land with beautiful, manicured gardens throughout. The Salisbury House is now a historic house museum, an event venue, and a landmark. Schedule a tour with your group of history buffs by calling (515) 274-1777. Visitors can tour the 42-room mansion, which includes its Great Hall and a private library.
Pappajohn Sculpture Park
- 1330 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309
- (515) 277-4405
Art lovers traveling through the heart of Downtown Des Moines may want to stop by Pappajohn Sculpture Park. This 4.4-acre greenspace showcases art from several renowned sculptors like Martin Puryear, Robert Indiana, and Deborah Butterfield. It also hosts free public events throughout the year. Grab tickets to enjoy public events like concerts or the Des Moines Arts Festival with your group, or simply enjoy this location for a group photo op.
Des Moines Art Center
- 4700 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312
- (515) 277-4405
With its collection of more than 5,000 works and free admission, the Des Moines Art Center is the perfect place for a class field trip. See the works of renowned painters like Matisse, Cassatt, Picasso and O’Keeffe, as well as pieces by sculptors like Louise Nevelson and Eli Nadelman. Take the kids to the studio space in the I.M. Pei building, or explore the architecture and artwork throughout the modern addition built by Richard Meier.
Science Center of Iowa
- 401 W Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50309
- (515) 274-6868
If you’re planning a field trip to a STEM-friendly center in Downtown Des Moines, you might choose the Science Center of Iowa or the Blank IMAX Dome Theater. The science center is geared toward school-aged children who enjoy hands-on learning opportunities. Students can explore and learn about Iowa’s natural history at a variety of exhibits. Charter Bus Rental Company Des Moines can organize a field trip to the museum for school groups of all ages in a spacious charter bus, leaving the hassle of transportation up to us and your driver.
Adventureland Resort
- 3200 Adventureland Dr, Altoona, IA 50009
- (515) 266-2121
If your amusement park-loving group is headed to Altoona for a trip to Adventureland, call Charter Bus Rental Company Des Moines for your transportation. Take your family, scout troop or summer camp to experience the park’s thrill rides, arcade games, and water park. You won’t have to worry about multiple carpools and navigating through Altoona or if your driver can shuttle you home. Rent an Adventureland bus rental through Charter Bus Rental Company Des Moines today! We also work with event organizers planning special events and youth group parties at Adventureland.
Wells Fargo Arena
- 233 Center St, Des Moines, IA 50309
- (515) 564-8000
For sporting event outings and special celebrations, Wells Fargo Arena is one of the city’s premier venues. See the Iowa Wild minor league hockey team battle their opponents, rock out with your crew during live concerts from artists like Elton John and Blake Shelton, and see your favorite rodeo stars at the annual Des Moines Pro Rodeo. Whatever event you decide to go to with your group, Charter Bus Rental Company Des Moines can help your fan club, corporate group, or family get to and from Wells Fargo Arena comfortably and efficiently in a bus.
Rent a Bus To Visit Des Moines Neighborhoods
Explore beyond Downtown Des Moines! A charter bus can easily take you throughout the Des Moines metro area and into nearby cities in central Iowa. So gather your group, book a bus with Charter Bus Rental Company Des Moines, and explore Des Moines’ most beloved neighborhoods.
Sherman Hill
Named for Civil War General William Tecumseh Sherman and bordering Downtown Des Moines to the west, Sherman Hill is a historic neighborhood that has been steadily developed since the mid-1800s. It has one of the highest concentration of Victorian-style architecture in the city, making it a popular spot for locals and visitors alike to take an architectural walking tour. If you’re traveling with a group of shutterbugs, the streets of Sherman Hill are picture-perfect opportunities! Be mindful, though, that there are a variety of residential buildings and historic homes where people live, so be sure to organize pick-up and drop-off points along MLK Jr. Parkway on the south end of the neighborhood.
East Village
The East Village borders downtown to the east, separated by the Des Moines River. A pedestrian-friendly urban village, this district is home to a plethora of restaurants and boutiques, as well as a few historic sites like the Des Moines East High School and the East Des Moines Union Depot. This neighborhood is best known for the vibrant murals found throughout its streets, earning it another name—the Des Moines Mural District. Take a group photo op in front of the vibrant, larger-than-life portraits and abstracts by local artist extraordinaire Jenna Brownlee.
Ingersoll Avenue
If you find yourself in the Ingersoll or Grand Avenues neighborhood, you’re not far from Downtown and its attractions, but you’re still outside the thick of the commercial district. This area is a mix of historic houses, local retailers, and eateries. Your bus can take you there easily while also enjoying the company of your colleagues, friends, and family as your driver handles the roads.
West Glen Town Center
In West Des Moines just west of downtown, West Glen Town Center offers a collection of corporate businesses, residences, shops, and entertainment venues. Charter Bus Rental Company Des Moines works with many businesses in West Glen to create convenient employee shuttles for daily commutes into town or trips to and from special events.
