Charter Bus Rentals Buffalo, New York

The cost of renting a charter bus in Buffalo typically ranges from $197–$519 per hour or $1,600–$3,800 per day, depending on the size of the vehicle, trip duration, mileage, and time of year. You’ll pay either an hourly rate, a daily rate, or a per-mile rate based on your itinerary.

A typical Buffalo charter bus quote includes the base rental fee (charged by hour, day, or mile), plus any additional costs such as tolls, parking, driver accommodations, and gratuity. Here are four real-world examples of recent quotes for groups traveling in and around Buffalo:

Example #1: A corporate client booked a 56-passenger charter bus from downtown Buffalo to a two-day conference at the Javits Center in New York City. The total cost was $4,850, including mileage, tolls, and a 15% driver gratuity. Final cost: $4,850.

Example #2: A high school baseball team booked a 50-seat charter bus from Buffalo to a weekend tournament in Cleveland. The head coach received a quote for $2,700 and tipped the driver 10% at the end of the trip. Final cost including gratuity: $2,970.

Example #3: A wedding party booked a 25-passenger minibus for a six-hour shuttle between hotels and a venue in Niagara Falls. The minibus was billed at $250 per hour, totaling $1,500 for the event. After adding a 10% tip, the final cost was $1,650.

Example #4: A university athletic department booked a 20-passenger minibus for a day trip to Rochester. The minibus rate was $2,000 per day, with no additional mileage charges. The school added a 15% gratuity, bringing the total to $2,300.

Several factors influence charter bus rental pricing in Buffalo, including the size and type of vehicle, trip distance, duration, time of year, and current demand. Local events like Buffalo Bills games, Taste of Buffalo, and university move-in weekends can also impact availability and rates.

Yes, Buffalo Coach Bus Service provides ADA-accessible and wheelchair-friendly vehicles upon request. Please notify us of any accessibility needs when making your reservation so we can ensure the proper equipment and accommodations are available for your trip.

Buffalo Coach Bus Service serves a wide range of groups in Buffalo, including school field trips to the Buffalo Zoo and the Buffalo Museum of Science, corporate shuttles for downtown offices and the Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus, wedding transportation to venues like Shea’s Performing Arts Center, sports team travel for local high schools and colleges, and fan trips to Bills and Sabres games.

Buffalo Coach Bus Service offers minibuses seating 18–25 passengers, mid-size shuttle buses for 20–25 passengers, and full-size charter buses with up to 56 seats. Available models include Temsa TS30, Grech Motors GM33, Ford E450, Freightliner M2, Van Hool CX45, Prevost H3-45, and MCI J4500.

Standard amenities on a charter bus rental include reclining seats, air conditioning, onboard restrooms (on full-size coaches), Wi-Fi, power outlets, USB ports, video monitors, DVD/Blu-ray players, PA systems, luggage bays, and overhead storage. Additional features like leatherette upholstery, wood-look flooring, and LED accent lighting are available on select vehicles.

You should book your charter bus in Buffalo at least four to six weeks in advance to secure the best availability and pricing. If your trip falls during a busy period—such as a Bills or Sabres game, a major concert at KeyBank Center, or a college move-in weekend—you may need to reserve your vehicle even earlier to guarantee availability.

Getting a quote is simple! Just call our 24/7 reservation line at 716-587-9820 or use the online form on our website. Provide details about your trip—including pickup location, destination, travel dates, group size, and any special requests—and you’ll receive a personalized estimate within minutes. Once you have your quote, you can easily compare options, ask questions, and finalize your reservation with a deposit.

Your quote includes the base rental fee for the vehicle and driver, but does not include tolls, driver accommodations, cleaning fees, or parking passes. You will be responsible for additional expenses such as Thruway tolls, hotel rooms for the driver on overnight trips, and parking permits at venues like Highmark Stadium ($140–$180 per bus) or KeyBank Center ($60 per bus).

To book a bus from Buffalo Coach Bus Service, simply call our 24/7 reservation line at 716-587-9820 or use our online quote tool to get an instant estimate and complete your reservation. Our agents are available around the clock to answer questions, provide pricing, and help you choose the right vehicle for your trip.

Buffalo Coach Bus Service provides service to all of Western and Upstate New York including Erie County, Niagara County, Rochester, Syracuse, Albany, Binghamton, and Ithaca. We also handle long-distance trips to New York City, Boston, Cleveland, Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, and Toronto. No matter where you’re headed, we’ll get you there!