School Bus Rental
Planning a group trip out of Asheville and need a school bus that actually fits your headcount? Ashevilleminibuscompany.com makes finding a school bus rental in Asheville, North Carolina fast and surprisingly easy. Fill out one quick form and compare school buses, pricing, and availability from a network of independently owned transportation companies serving Asheville and all of Western North Carolina — no account required, No waiting for callbacks to get pricing, no guesswork. Whether you're organizing a church youth group outing to the Blue Ridge Parkway, a class trip to the Asheville Art Museum (2 S Pack Square, Asheville, NC 28801), or a community group shuttle through the River Arts District, the network is a place to compare options for your group.
Call 828-920-4770 or use the 30-second online quote tool to get started!
Check Asheville School Bus Pricing & Availability
More About School Buses
Two distinct school bus categories show up in the network, and picking the right one comes down to your headcount. Type A mini and Type B small school buses seat approximately 10–24 adults — the right fit for a small youth group heading up the winding stretch of US-74A toward Chimney Rock, or a tight-knit congregation making the run from West Asheville to a retreat center in Black Mountain. Need to move a bigger crowd?
A Type C large conventional school bus seats approximately 44–48 adults and handles the full-group load when your organization is heading to a multi-stop itinerary across Buncombe County without splitting anyone into separate vehicles.
Rather than locking your group into a vehicle that's too large for a 15-person trip or cramming 40 people into a bus built for half that, Ashevilleminibuscompany.com lets you compare both types side by side — so the headcount drives the request, not the other way around. Enter your trip details once and see what's available for your specific date and group size!
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 828-920-4770 to view current vehicle options, photos, availability, and pricing. Confirm the exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
Common Amenities Available on Asheville School Bus Rentals
Got a long haul from Asheville out to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park entrance at Cherokee, or a full-day run through the mountain towns along US-19? School buses in the network may include basics for a comfortable ride — overhead storage, wide bench seating, climate control, and room to stretch out. Amenities do vary by vehicle and operator, so the best move is to mention any specific needs — like ADA accessibility — when you fill out your quote request, and the support team can help you compare options.
Coordinating a multi-stop day? Whether your itinerary includes a morning visit to Biltmore Estate (1 Lodge St, Asheville, NC 28803) and an afternoon at the North Carolina Arboretum (100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville, NC 28806), your request can include transportation between stops so your group has a plan for each leg. Call 828-920-4770 and a live agent can explain which vehicle and amenity options may fit your plan!
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 828-920-4770 before booking.
How much does a School Bus cost in Asheville?
Asheville school bus rental pricing runs $205–$365 per hour on weekdays and $240–$380 per hour on weekends, with full-day rates ranging from $1,670–$2,235 depending on the vehicle size, your route, and the time of year. Fall foliage season along the Blue Ridge Parkway — typically mid-October through early November — is one of the busiest stretches for group transportation in Western North Carolina, and availability tightens fast. The same goes for Biltmore's Candlelight Christmas Evenings (November through January) and summer weekends when Asheville's tourism peaks.
Request quotes ahead when your date lands in any of those windows.
Getting an exact number for your specific trip takes under 30 seconds using the online quote tool — enter your date, passenger count, and pickup location and you'll see pricing information from a network of companies serving Asheville and the surrounding mountain region. No account needed, no waiting on callbacks. Or call 828-920-4770 any time and a live agent can help you request a quote around your exact 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 exact price for your trip, request an estimate online or call 828-920-4770. | ||||
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If the School Bus doesn't fit your group's size, luggage needs, itinerary, or preferred amenities, browse the other bus types available.