Coach Bus Prices: How Much Does a San Angelo Coach Bus Rental Cost?

Our most popular option is the 56-passenger coach bus, which costs $185 to $375 per hour or $2,000 to $3,800 per day. This is the largest bus we offer and comes with premium amenities like reclining seats, onboard restrooms, WiFi, power outlets, TVs, and plenty of storage space for luggage or equipment. A coach bus is perfect for long-distance trips, such as taking a high school football team from San Angelo to Dallas for a playoff game or transporting a wedding party from Christoval Vineyards to a downtown reception. If you have a smaller group, you can save money by booking a minibus, which costs $140 to $300 per hour or $1,600 to $3,100 per day. Minibuses come in several sizes, from 18 to 35 seats, and are great for local shuttles, corporate events, or nights out in Downtown San Angelo.

There are several factors that influence the price of your coach bus rental in San Angelo. The biggest one is the size and type of bus you choose. Larger buses like 56-passenger coaches cost more than smaller minibuses because they have more seats, bigger engines, and more amenities. Specialty vehicles like party buses or entertainer coaches are also more expensive due to their custom features and limited availability.

The duration of your rental is another major factor. Most companies charge by the hour for local trips (with a 5-hour minimum), by the day for multi-day trips, or by the mile for long-distance charters. The longer you need the bus, the higher the total cost, but the lower the hourly or daily rate. For example, a 10-hour day trip to Abilene will cost less per hour than a 5-hour shuttle to Lake Nasworthy.

Distance traveled also affects your quote, especially if you're going outside the San Angelo area. You'll be charged for every mile the bus drives, including deadhead (the distance from the garage to your pickup point and back). Trips that require crossing multiple counties, such as going from Tom Green County to Midland or Odessa, will be more expensive than staying within city limits.

Time of year plays a big role in pricing as well. Peak season for charter buses in Texas is typically spring and fall, when schools are in session and the weather is mild. This is when you'll see the highest demand for field trips, sports tournaments, weddings, and festivals like San Angelo Stock Show & Rodeo or Christmas at Old Fort Concho. Rates can be 20-30% higher during these months compared to summer or winter, when there's less competition for buses.

Additional expenses to consider include driver gratuity (usually 10-20% of the total cost), tolls, parking fees, and lodging for the driver if your trip requires an overnight stay. These are not always included in your initial quote, so make sure to budget for them separately. For example, if you're planning a weekend retreat at HEB Camp near Leakey, you'll need to provide a hotel room for the driver or cover the cost of a nearby campground.

Finally, last-minute bookings are almost always more expensive than reserving your bus weeks or months in advance. If you wait until the week of your event to secure transportation, you may have to pay a premium or settle for whatever vehicles are left. To get the best price and selection, try to book your charter bus at least 3-6 months ahead of time, especially if you're traveling during peak season or around major holidays.