School Bus Rental
Getting a group of students across St. Petersburg without coordinating a dozen parent drivers is exactly the kind of problem a school bus rental was built to solve! Whether your class is heading down 4th Street South to the Museum of Fine Arts, crossing the Gandy Bridge for a Tampa field trip, or loading up for a week-long academic competition in Orlando, one bus keeps every student together and every chaperone sane. And with Stpetersburgcharterbusrentals.com, you're not cold-calling five Pinellas County operators hoping one picks up.
Fill out one quick form and compare school buses and rates from a large network of independently owned transportation companies serving St. Petersburg, FL — no account required! Call 727-440-8450 or use the 30-second online quote tool right now to see what's available for your dates!
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More About School Buses
Two size classes cover every group you're moving in St. Pete. Type A mini and Type B small school buses seat approximately 10–24 adults — compact enough to pull cleanly into the drop-off loop at Boyd Hill Nature Preserve (1101 Country Club Way S, St. Petersburg, FL 33705) or stage along 2nd Avenue NE outside the St. Petersburg Museum of History without blocking the whole block. Need to move a bigger group?
Type C large conventional school buses seat approximately 44–48 adults, giving you the capacity for a full grade level headed to Tropicana Field or a district-wide competition out on I-275. Both types give you a dedicated driver, forward-facing seats, and one vehicle that accounts for every student from first pickup to final drop-off. Why limit yourself to one fleet?
Compare school buses from a network of independently owned transportation companies serving St. Petersburg and the surrounding Pinellas County area — all in one place!
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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 727-440-8450 to view current vehicle options, photos, availability, and pricing. Confirm the exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
Common Amenities Available on School Bus Rentals
School Buses Available through the network come with the features that actually matter when you're responsible for a group of students. High-back padded seating keeps riders comfortable on longer runs down I-275 toward Tampa or out on US-19 to Tarpon Springs. Climate control is a must in St. Pete's summer heat — and buses in the network deliver it, so nobody arrives at Sunken Gardens (1825 4th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33704) drenched before the tour even starts.
Emergency exits, safety glass, and lap-and-shoulder belts on newer models give chaperones peace of mind for the whole ride. ADA-accessible vehicles with wheelchair lifts are available on request — just mention it when you fill out your quote. You choose the bus that works for your group!
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 727-440-8450 before booking.
How much is a School Bus rental?
School bus rentals in St. Petersburg cost $205–$365 per hour on weekdays, $240–$380 per hour on weekends, and $1,670–$2,335 per day. Where your trip lands inside those ranges depends on the bus size, how long you need it, and your specific route — a half-day run to Fort De Soto Park prices differently than a full-day charter down to the Everglades. A few St. Pete dates tighten availability across the whole Pinellas market fast: spring field trip season in April and May, graduation weekend at Tropicana Field, and Rays home games that overlap with school-day dismissal windows.
Book early and you'll have more options at the lower end of that range. No need to wonder — 30-second online pricing is right here! Enter your date, group size, and pickup location to see vehicles and rates from the network.
Or call 727-440-8450 any time and a live agent will put a custom package together for 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 727-440-8450. | ||||