School Bus Rental
Moving a class of students from Clarke Central High School to the State Botanical Garden of Georgia without organizing a dozen parent carpools is exactly the kind of problem a school bus rental was built to solve! Athenscharterbusrentals.com makes finding group transportation in Athens, Georgia fast and easy — fill out one quick form and compare school buses and rates from a large network of independently owned transportation companies serving Athens and all of Clarke County in seconds! Whether you're coordinating a field trip to the Georgia Museum of Art, shuttling a youth sports team down US-78 to a tournament in Augusta, or moving a church youth group across town, Athenscharterbusrentals.com puts your options right in front of you. Call 706-608-4780 or use our 30-second online quote tool right now to find your Athens school bus rental!
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More About School Buses
Not every group needs the same bus, and the network reflects that! Type A mini and Type B small school buses seat approximately 10–24 adults — compact enough to navigate the tight turns near the University of Georgia's North Campus on Lumpkin Street or pull cleanly into the loading zone at Athens Academy on Spartan Lane without blocking traffic. Need more room?
Type C large conventional school buses seat approximately 44–48 adults, giving your group plenty of space for a longer haul down US-441 toward Milledgeville or a full-day field trip itinerary with multiple stops. Because Athenscharterbusrentals.com connects you to a large network of independently owned transportation companies, you're never stuck with whatever one operator happens to have available — you compare what's actually out there and pick what fits!
Inside a School Bus
Vehicles shown above are NOT the exact makes and models available for every trip. We are NOT a transportation company and do not own or operate vehicles. Photos are examples only and may show stock or typical vehicles, not the exact vehicle offered for your reservation. Fill out the online quote form or call 706-608-4780 to view current vehicle options, photos, availability, and pricing. Confirm the exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
Common School Bus Amenities to Compare
School Buses Available through the network come with the features your group actually needs for a smooth Athens trip! Available models commonly include forward-facing padded bench seating, climate control, and overhead storage for backpacks, lunch bags, and day bags so the aisle stays clear from the first pickup to the last drop-off. ADA-accessible vehicles with wheelchair lifts may be available through the network — just mention it when you fill out your quote.
Larger models may offer additional storage for equipment, instruments, and duffel bags, which is a huge help when you're hauling gear for a band trip or an athletics tournament. And since Athenscharterbusrentals.com pulls from a large network of transportation companies serving Athens and the surrounding area, you can compare different models side by side and find the amenities your group actually wants!
High-back vinyl bench seating
Large opening windows
Overhead interior lighting
PA/microphone system with AM/FM radio
Air conditioning on select vehicles
Under-seat storage for bags and equipment
Amenities listed above are common features that MAY be available on buses. Because we are a referral website and do NOT own or operate buses, exact features vary by vehicle, provider, and availability. After you submit your quote request, you can browse vehicle options, pricing, and available details on the results page. To confirm the exact amenities included with a specific vehicle offered for your trip, call 706-608-4780 before booking.
What does a School Bus rental cost?
Athens school bus rental pricing varies depending on the bus size, the date, and how long you need it. A full-day field trip to Oconee Hill Cemetery for a history class prices differently than a quick two-hour shuttle from a hotel on West Broad Street to Sanford Stadium on a UGA home football Saturday — and peak dates like UGA home football Saturdays in fall 2026, including September 5, September 12, September 26, October 3, October 17, November 14, and November 28, fill the Athens market fast. The fastest way to see numbers for your trip?
No need to fear, 30-second online pricing is here! Enter your date, group size, and pickup location to compare school buses and pricing from a network of transportation companies serving Athens — no account needed. Or call 706-608-4780 any time and a live agent will build a custom package around your itinerary!
| Type of Vehicle | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day | Cost Per Mile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School Bus | $205 – $365+ | $240 – $380+ | $1,670 – $2,335+ | $5.00 – $7.60+ |
| ABOVE PRICES ARE JUST EXAMPLES. Your final price and vehicle options depend entirely on your specific trip details. To get an instant price quote for your trip, request an online quote or call 706-608-4780. | ||||