Des Moines Charter Bus & Minibus Rentals
Charter Bus Des Moines can help you plan group transportation in Iowa’s capital city. Whether you need a quick ride from the airport, a shuttle service for a wedding, or a charter bus for your next big trip, we can help! Call 605-513-1110 today to learn more and to receive a free quote tailored to your specific needs. Or just use our easy, instant 30-second online quote tool. You’ll get a text or email with live pricing & availability of all our different vehicle types!
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Why Rent a Bus With Charter Bus Des Moines?
Charter Bus Des Moines partners with charter bus companies statewide to offer premium transportation solutions. With years of experience and access to motorcoaches of all types and sizes, we are dedicated to providing seamless, luxurious transportation for you and your passengers. Whatever occasion you have in mind, you’ll have a bus and driver to help make your Des Moines travels stress-free and convenient.
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Gear Up With Sporting Event Shuttles In Des Moines
Taking the team to an away game or hitting the bleachers with a fan group? Whether you’re a player, coach or spectator, you already have enough on your plate come game day. That’s why it’s best to ensure your travel plans go off without a hitch. With a charter bus or minibus, you have all the transportation taken care of, all together, in one vehicle. Let your driver handle navigating through gameday traffic while you store sporting equipment or tailgating gear in your spacious overhead and undercarriage bins.
Ease Your Des Moines Wedding with Shuttle Bus Rentals
Getting married in Des Moines? Coordinating transportation for every wedding event can be challenging. For a big ceremony with a long list of guests, you’ll have to decide how to get everyone from their hotels or homes to the venue, and back again! Provide a convenient and reliable wedding shuttle for your guests as they travel from their hotel to your ceremony at venues like the historic Hoyt Sherman Place or your reception across town. Guests will also have a ride home with a dedicated DD after a night celebrating and an open bar.
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Call Now: 605-513-1110Des Moines Corporate Event Transportation Solutions
Corporate events can be challenging enough. Don’t sweat the logistics on your way there or how your attendees, clients, or staff members will get around. Charter Bus Des Moines has transportation services for corporate outings and events of all kinds, ranging from conferences and training seminars to holiday parties and retreats. We’ll make sure your business group travels in style and comfort—no matter how large or small.
School Field Trips Bus Rentals
Whether it’s a class trip to Blank Park Zoo or an outing with your local scout troop, Charter Bus Des Moines has a bus rental to help simplify your transportation. Students and chaperones will have a comfortable ride with entertainment amenities, such as WiFi and TVs, as well as a driver dedicated to keeping passengers. We’ve organized transportation logistics for countless schools across the country, so your field trip or educational trip is sure to be successful!
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Call Now: 605-513-1110Charter Bus Rentals for Des Moines Private Events
A charter bus or minibus rental for a personal event can streamline travel for every guest. From birthdays and family reunions to weekend winery tours or ski trips, Charter Bus Des Moines can help your private group travel and effortlessly. Rather than organizing a messy car caravan or relying on expensive and unreliable rideshares, rent a bus for your group to keep everyone together and comfortable.
Book a Bus to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
With a private bus rental, everyone can ride together from the airport to the hotel, the office, or your next stop. You also won’t need to worry about hailing multiple taxis or rideshares for a big group. We also provide comfortable buses with plenty of overhead and undercarriage luggage storage so everyone can stash their personal belongings during airport transit and leave the heavy lifting to the pros.
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Call Now: 605-513-1110Des Moines Charter Bus Rental Prices
| 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 1-605-513-1110 or use our online quote tool.
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Top Destinations in Des Moines To Visit By Charter Bus
Planning an itinerary for a big group outing or personal trip in and around Des Moines? Here are some local favorites Charter Bus Des Moines can shuttle your group to:
State Capitol Building
- 1007 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50319
- (515) 281-5591
Explore the historic Capitol building, where you can gaze at the massive dome from outside, or get a closer look during one of the free, daily tours. Be sure to spot the historic Raggedy Ann and Andy exhibit located in the east wing of the capitol building.
Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
- 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA 50309
- (515) 323-6290
Explore 14 acres of plant life and curated gardens at this public greenspace located in Downtown DSM. Special highlights include the romantic Robert D. Ray Asian Garden, the tropical plants of the geodesic dome conservatory called the Climatron®, and the outdoor Trellis and Terrace Café.
Blank Park Zoo
- 7401 SW 9th St, Des Moines, IA 50315
- (515) 285-4722
The Blank Park Zoo is the largest zoo in the entire state and a beloved local family-friendly place to go on the weekends and a popular spot for school field trips! It’s home to hundreds of different species and also hosts special events throughout the year. The Zoo has more than 800 animals that are spread out in sections like the African Boardwalk, Hub for Great Apes, the Discovery Center, and a variety of play areas for kids. The Blank Park Zoo is also home to several endangered and rare animals and offers conservation programs to help care for them.
Science Center of Iowa
- 401 W Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50309
- (515) 274-6868
At the Science Center, visitors of all ages can learn through the many exhibits from physics and outer space to how the human body works and plants of planet Earth. Enjoy films at the planetarium theater and experience the thrill of building a robot! Take photos of your little ones with life-sized T-Rex statues and get a treat from the sweet shop before you head out.
Wells Fargo Arena
- 233 Center St, Des Moines, IA 50309
- (515) 564-8000
Catch your favorite act performing here at the city’s biggest stadium! If you’re not there for live music, check out what’s on the arena’s events calendar. Past events include Disney on Ice, WWE Smackdown, and Harlem Globetrotters games.
Adventureland
- 3200 Adventureland Dr, Altoona, IA 50009
- (515) 266-2121
This Altoona, Iowa theme park offers plenty of kid-friendly rides—plus water parks and rides for bigger kids, such as roller coasters like the Tornado and the Monster. There are even event venues like the Adventure Bay Pavilion if you want to plan a large party.
Living History Farms
- 11121 Hickman Rd, Urbandale, IA 50322
- (515) 278-5286
Journey through history at this interactive museum, which features a trip through 300 years of Midwestern farm life. You can even see working farm animals and historical re-enactors in the different eras.
Val Air Ballroom
- 301 Ashworth Rd, West Des Moines, IA 50265
- (515) 223-8266
If you’re wanting a classic concert experience in an intimate, smaller venue with some history, the Val Air Ballroom is where you want to be. It offers free on-site parking, standing and bar seating, and hosts national and local acts.
Water Works Park
- 2201 George Flagg Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50321
- (515) 283-8793
Located on the north side of the Racoon River, Water Works Park is one of the biggest and best places in Des Moines for outdoor trips. Here your group can have a cookout, go on a hike, or just enjoy the sights. There’s also ample space and facilities for large group events, like races and sports competitions.
Des Moines Art Center
- 4700 Grand Avenue, Des Moines, Iowa 50312
- (515) 277-4405
The Des Moines Art Center is where you can enjoy rotating exhibits from modern art and American artists as well as world-class installations by artists like Ai Weiwei. And you can do it all for free (and with comfortable and reliable transportation)!
Rent a Bus To Visit Des Moines Neighborhoods
From breweries to boutiques, Des Moines’ neighborhoods are full of local gems! Explore the heart of the city, or let Charter Bus Des Moines take you to some of Des Moines’s surrounding districts.
Sherman Hill
Just west of Downtown DSM, Sherman Hill is the oldest neighborhood in the city. Explore historic buildings like Hoyt Sherman Place and experience a small town feel that’s not too far from the action.
Ingersoll Avenue
Ingersoll Avenue, known as “The Ave” by locals, is home to hip bars, unique eateries, and cool independent retail and boutiques like the plant-based Art Terrarium and vintage record store Marv’s.
East Village
Explore the trendy bars and restaurants located along East Locust, Grand Avenue, and East Court.
Merle Hay Mall
Take a shuttle bus to Merle Hay Mall in Beaverdale if your group of shoppers wants a one-stop for local and statewide retailers. After enjoying your retail therapy, enjoy an all-American meal at Iowa Taproom or sample cuisine from around the world at a restaurant in one of the nearby strip malls.
