Athens Charter Bus Rentals / Athens Group Transportation Services / Athens Field Trip Charter Bus Rental

Athens Field Trip Charter Bus Rentals

Since 2011, Athens Charter Bus Rentals has helped teachers and chaperones book field trip transportation in Athens, Georgia. Our bus company offers a wide range of motorcoaches to keep students safe, comfortable, and on schedule for every destination-from the North Oconee River Greenway to the University of Georgia campus. When you choose us, you get a reliable charter bus rental with modern amenities, flexible scheduling, and 24/7 customer support that handles every detail from pickup to drop-off.

Call our team anytime at 706-608-4780 or use our online quote tool for custom pricing in seconds. One easy call gets you quotes and pictures of available buses in your area.


15+
Years Operating
50+
Vehicles in Fleet
Thousands of
Trips Completed
5
Star Service

Providing Field Trip Transportation Since 2011

Since 2011, the Athens Charter Bus Rentals team has helped hundreds of schools, youth groups, and scout troops travel comfortably through the University of Georgia campus to the Bear Hollow Zoo. Our 24/7 reservation team understands that planning a field trip starts with securing safe transportation, which is why we work hard to get your group there comfortably. When you book with Athens Charter Bus Rentals, you can request a charter bus with premium amenities like WiFi to stream educational videos, overhead storage to keep backpacks out of the aisle, and even ADA features to accommodate passengers with mobility devices-perfect for long trips to the Georgia Aquarium or the U.S. Space & Rocket Center.

Plus, you'll never have to worry about your driver missing a turn on the way to the State Botanical Garden of Georgia because each driver is a licensed professional with a clean background check and inspection record. Whether you're organizing a simple museum visit or a multi-day college tour, we'll make sure your group arrives comfortably and on schedule.

comfortable charter bus seats
comfortable charter bus seats
Our Fleet

Bus Options Perfect for Any Field Trip Transportation Need in Athens

School groups love visiting the Bear Hollow Zoo at Memorial Park (293 Gran Ellen Dr, Athens, GA 30606), and we know exactly how to get your students there! Since the parking lot isn't designed for oversized vehicles, your driver will drop your group off at the main entrance and wait at the William S. Callaway parking lot annex. Or, plan a science-focused adventure to the Sandy Creek Nature Center (205 Old Commerce Rd, Athens, GA 30607) or the State Botanical Garden of Georgia (2450 S Milledge Ave, Athens, GA 30605). A charter bus rental in Athens is the best way to keep your class together on the Loop or during a transfer across town!

Our fleet includes everything from sprinter vans and minibuses to full-size motorcoaches, so you can easily match your headcount and budget while getting reliable transportation that moves at your pace. You'll be able to see all the available vehicles in your area with exact pricing, and pictures, and get an idea of what amenities each bus offers-all with one quote.

15 Passenger Minibus

Starting at $155/hr

15 Passenger Party Bus

Starting at $155/hr

18 Passenger Minibus

Starting at $165/hr

18 Passenger Party Bus

Starting at $165/hr

20 Passenger Minibus

Starting at $175/hr

20 Passenger Party Bus

Starting at $175/hr

25 Passenger Minibus

Starting at $185/hr

25 Passenger Party Bus

Starting at $185/hr

28 Passenger Minibus

Starting at $195/hr

28 Passenger Party Bus

Starting at $195/hr

30 Passenger Minibus

Starting at $205/hr

30 Passenger Party Bus

Starting at $205/hr

35 Passenger Minibus

Starting at $215/hr

40 Passenger Party Bus

Starting at $215/hr

50 Passenger Charter Bus

Starting at $225/hr

50 Passenger Party Bus

Starting at $225/hr

54 Passenger Charter Bus

Starting at $230/hr

55 Passenger Charter Bus

Starting at $235/hr

56 Passenger Charter Bus

Starting at $235/hr

Sprinter Limo

Starting at $165/hr

Sprinter Van

Starting at $160/hr

Field Trip Transportation Services Available in Athens and the Following Cities

Make your favorite teacher's dream come true with an Athens charter bus rental for field trips. Send the science class to the Sandy Creek Nature Center (205 Old Commerce Rd, Athens, GA 30607), where they can hike the Levee Trail and learn about local wildlife, or the Planetarium at UGA's Physics Building (Physics Main, 380 S Jackson St, Athens, GA 30602) for an out-of-this-world experience. Art students can enjoy a day at the Georgia Museum of Art (90 Carlton St, Athens, GA 30602), while history buffs explore the Lyndon House Arts Center (293 Hoyt St, Athens, GA 30601) or the historic Church-Waddel-Brumby House (280 E Dougherty St, Athens, GA 30601). Younger kids will love the interactive exhibits at the World of Wonder Community Playground (325 Whit Davis Rd, Athens, GA 30605) or chasing waterfalls at Dudley Park (100 Dudley Park Rd, Athens, GA 30601). With a private charter bus, you can plan an itinerary that hits multiple stops in one day without worrying about carpools or keeping up with a caravan.

Athens Charter Bus Rentals provides reliable transportation for field trips across Clarke County and beyond, including local outings in Athens, longer-distance trips to Atlanta museums, the Georgia Aquarium (225 Baker St NW, Atlanta, GA 30313), Fernbank Science Center (156 Heaton Park Dr NE, Atlanta, GA 30307), and Zoo Atlanta (800 Cherokee Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30315), as well as regional adventures to places like the State Botanical Garden of Georgia (2450 S Milledge Ave, Athens, GA 30605), the High Museum of Art, or even the Capitol Building. Every bus can include a driver who will handle all the navigation and parking, allowing teachers and chaperones to focus on keeping students engaged instead of battling Athens traffic on Broad Street or Baxter Street.

We serve schools across Clarke County School District, Oconee County, Barrow County, and Jackson County, so whether you're organizing a campus tour of UGA, a trip to the Morton Theatre (195 W Washington St, Athens, GA 30601), or a science excursion to Bear Hollow Zoo (293 Gran Ellen Dr, Athens, GA 30606), we've got your transportation covered. It's easy to schedule recurring trips, special programs, or multi-day itineraries-just tell us your plan and we'll handle the logistics!

Charter Buses for Field Trips of Any Type in Athens, Georgia

Plan a science day for high schoolers at the University of Georgia's Science Learning Center (Corner of D.W. Brooks Drive and Cedar St, Athens, GA 30602)? Taking middle schoolers to the UGA Special Collections Libraries Exhibit Hall (300 S Hull St, Athens, GA 30605)? Want to relive history with your elementary class at the Church-Waddel-Brumby House (280 E Dougherty St, Athens, GA 30601)? We've got a bus for that! No matter the age group or destination, we'll pair you with a charter bus that fits your headcount and keeps everyone comfortable while you bypass the hassle of downtown Athens traffic and parking nightmares around the UGA campus. You can request a bus with features like TV screens and a PA system to keep kids entertained and chaperones informed, or even a minibus for shorter trips that stay within a 50-mile radius of the city.

charter bus seats
charter bus seats
passenger boarding our charter bus
passenger boarding our charter bus

Charter Buses for Proms & Homecomings in Athens, Georgia

When fall arrives in Athens, Georgia, it means one thing: homecoming season! The University of Georgia's homecoming week brings a buzz to the city, but local high schools like Cedar Shoals High School and Clarke Central High School have their own traditions, too. Whether your students are celebrating with a pep rally, attending the big game at Billy Henderson Stadium (555 S Milledge Ave, Athens, GA 30605), or dancing the night away at prom, you can count on Athens Charter Bus Rentals for their transportation.

Instead of cramming students into personal cars, let them ride in style with a minibus or charter bus rental. You can request features like AUX/Bluetooth sound systems, leatherette seats, and even televisions to keep the energy high on the way to the dance. We'll make sure your school's chaperones are happy, too, with options like overhead storage for bags and a charter bus rental in Athens to keep everyone together.

Sports Travel for Schools and Colleges in Athens, Georgia

Game days and athletic travel are a huge part of campus life in Athens, Georgia. The University of Georgia's athletic program is one of the most recognized in the nation, and local high schools like Cedar Shoals and Clarke Central have intense sports schedules, too. An Athens charter bus rental is the easiest way to move teams, coaches, and fans around without anyone having to cram into personal cars.

Your team can use a minibus for quick practices at the UGA Intramural Fields-located at 515 Baxter St, Athens, GA 30606-or book a full-size coach for away games. When it's time for a Saturday scrimmage, your driver will handle the traffic on Lexington Road so your players stay focused. You'll get plenty of undercarriage storage for equipment, reclining seats, and the option to watch film on onboard TVs while heading to regional tournaments.

passenger on charter bus
passenger on charter bus
happy charter bus passenger
happy charter bus passenger

Charter Buses for College Tours in Athens, Georgia

With the University of Georgia right here in town, Athens draws thousands of prospective students every year. Local high schools like Clarke Central High School (350 S. Milledge Ave) and Cedar Shoals High School (1300 Cedar Shoals Dr) often organize campus tours to UGA's North Campus (Herty Dr), while students interested in veterinary science can visit the UGA College of Veterinary Medicine (501 D.W. Brooks Dr). Touring the 4,000-acre UGA campus is much easier when you have an driver to navigate busy downtown streets, drop your group off at the Tate Student Center, and avoid the parking nightmare around Sanford Stadium on game days.

We also provide Athens charter bus rentals for campus tours at Athens Technical College and Piedmont College, so your students can start planning for their future without worrying about how they'll get around.

2026 Field Trip Transportation Rates

How Much Does Field Trip Transportation in Athens Cost?

The table below compares estimated Field Trip Transportation transportation rates in Athens by vehicle type so you can review typical hourly, daily, and mileage costs.

Estimated Field Trip Transportation transportation rates in Athens by vehicle type
Type of Bus Per Hour Per Day Per Mile
Coach Bus $180 – $485 $1,400 – $3,800 $4.50 – $8.75
Minibus $135 – $475 $1,350 – $3,650 $5.00 – $8.50
School Bus $150 – $465 $1,350 – $3,550 $5.00 – $7.50
Shuttle Bus $135 – $475 $1,350 – $3,650 $5.00 – $7.50
Sprinter Van $135 – $445 $1,350 – $3,350 $5.00 – $7.50
Party Bus $135 – $545 $1,350 – $3,750 $5.00 – $7.50
Final Field Trip Transportation pricing depends on trip timing, stop count, route distance, passenger total, and vehicle availability.
We'd love to earn your business!

Get live availability and our best pricing by calling or using our online quote tool.

Get Pricing Call 706-608-4780