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Charter Bus Prices in Pocatello

Pocatello Charter Bus is your #1 charter bus company in Pocatello and all of Southeast Idaho, here to help you easily book group transportation for any event or trip. Whether you’re organizing a campus shuttle at Idaho State University, planning a field trip to the Idaho Museum of Natural History, or need wedding transportation to venues like The Hive or Redhill, we make it simple to get instant pricing, compare options, and secure the perfect bus for your group. Call our team anytime at 208-904-5860 to get an instant quote on your next charter bus rental in Pocatello!

Vehicle Type Per Hour* Per Day* Per Mile*
56-Passenger Coach Bus $197 – $519 $1,600 – $3,800 $5.00 – $8.00
25-Passenger Minibus $165 – $428 $1,300 – $3,200 $4.00 – $7.00
20-Passenger Minibus $157 – $414 $1,300 – $3,100 $4.00 – $7.00
18-Passenger Minibus $145 – $404 $1,300 – $3,000 $4.00 – $7.00

*Prices vary and fluctuate with fuel costs, holidays, and availability. Booking early usually secures the lowest rate. For exact pricing, please call our reservations team.

How Much Does a Charter Bus Rental Cost in Pocatello?

Charter bus rentals in Pocatello typically cost between $1,600 and $4,200+ for multi-day or long-distance trips, with shorter local rentals starting around $500–$1,300 per day depending on vehicle type, availability, and exact itinerary details. Minibuses generally run $1,400–$3,800 for similar service. Final pricing depends on factors like trip length, number of vehicles, exact pickup/drop-off locations, and travel dates. You’ll get an exact, all-inclusive price when you call our team with your itinerary—but these ballpark figures can help you estimate costs for your next event or outing.

For example, a full-size 56-passenger charter bus rented locally within Pocatello will often be billed at a daily rate of $1,300–$2,500, while longer out-of-town trips are charged by the mile (typically $4.00–$7.00 per mile). Minibuses seating 18–35 passengers are slightly less expensive, with daily rates of $1,000–$2,200 and mileage rates of $3.50–$6.50 per mile. Once you call our team with your trip details—including headcount, pickup location, destination, and travel dates—we’ll give you an exact price up front before you commit to anything.

What Factors Influence Charter Bus Pricing in Pocatello?

Several key factors determine the final cost of your charter bus rental in Pocatello:

  • Trip Duration ∓ Distance: Longer trips covering more miles naturally cost more. Local trips within Pocatello may be billed hourly or daily, while out-of-town travel to Boise, Salt Lake City, or Twin Falls is usually priced by the mile.
  • Number of Vehicles: Larger groups requiring multiple buses will pay more than smaller groups fitting into a single vehicle.
  • Type of Bus: Full-size charter buses (up to 56 seats) cost more than minibuses (18–35 seats) but offer greater capacity and amenities. Executive coaches and party buses fall into their own pricing categories.
  • Travel Dates: Peak demand periods—such as summer months, weekends, and dates overlapping with ISU events or the Eastern Idaho State Fair—can result in higher rates due to limited vehicle availability.
  • Pickup ∓ Drop-off Locations: Trips starting or ending outside of Pocatello Charter Bus’s standard service area may incur additional fees to cover “deadhead” mileage (the distance the bus travels empty to reach your group).
  • Special Requests: Custom amenities like WiFi, power outlets, or upgraded seating can affect the final price.

When you call Pocatello Charter Bus, we’ll break down exactly how your fare was calculated so you know you’re getting the best deal for your trip.

Sample Trip Pricing Examples

To give you a better idea of what to expect, here are several real-world quotes for recent trips booked through Pocatello Charter Bus. Your price may vary depending on your exact itinerary, but these examples should help you budget for your next event.

Example #1

18 passenger minibus rental

A local elementary school is planning a field trip from Pocatello to Craters of the Moon National Monument, approximately 90 miles away. They need transportation for 50 students and chaperones, so they book one 56-passenger charter bus. This will be a round-trip journey completed in one day.

  • Total miles: 180 (round trip)
  • Rate: $5.00 per mile
  • Total cost: 180 miles × $5.00/mile = $900

Final cost: $900

Example #2

56 passenger charter bus

Idaho State University is hosting a two-day conference and requires a continuous shuttle service between campus buildings and nearby hotels. They request two minibuses (each seating 25 passengers) for 8 hours per day over 2 days (16 hours total per minibus). The vehicles will remain within city limits.

  • Hourly rate: $175 per hour
  • Total hours: 16 per minibus
  • Number of minibuses: 2
  • Total cost: 16 hours × $175/hour × 2 minibuses = $5,600

Final cost: $5,600

Example #3

56 passenger coach bus

A Pocatello church group is attending a weekend retreat in Sun Valley, about 200 miles from Pocatello. They need one 40-passenger bus for a three-day trip (Friday to Sunday). The bus will stay with the group for the duration of the retreat.

  • Daily rate: $1,800 per day
  • Number of days: 3
  • Total cost: 3 days × $1,800/day = $5,400

Final cost: $5,400

Example #4

18 passenger minibus

A bride and groom are providing transportation for their guests between a hotel block and their wedding venue in Pocatello. They need one minibus (20 seats) for a 6-hour rental.

  • Hourly rate: $150 per hour
  • Total hours: 6
  • Total cost: 6 hours × $150/hour = $900

Final cost: $900

Example #5

20 passenger minibus

A high school football team is traveling to Boise for a playoff game. They require one 56-passenger bus for a 2-day trip (including an overnight stay). The distance between Pocatello and Boise is approximately 240 miles one way (480 miles round trip), but because this is an overnight trip, the daily rate applies if it exceeds the mileage rate.

  • Daily rate: $2,000 per day
  • Number of days: 2
  • Total cost: 2 days × $2,000/day = $4,000

Final cost: $4,000

Example #6

25 passenger minibus

A local nonprofit is organizing a day trip to Yellowstone National Park for 30 participants. They book a 35-seat minibus for a 10-hour day trip.

  • Hourly rate: $180 per hour
  • Total hours: 10
  • Total cost: 10 hours × $180/hour = $1,800

Final cost: $1,800

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