Detroit Charter Bus & Minibus Rental Prices: How Much Does a Detroit Bus Rental Cost?

Detroit Minibus Company offers some of the most competitive rates in the industry, with prices that typically range from $170 to $500 per hour or $1,800 to $3,800 per day. Our fleet includes a wide variety of vehicles, including 56-passenger coach buses, 25-passenger minibuses, 20-passenger minibuses, and 18-passenger minibuses. Here are some sample rates:

• 56-Passenger Coach Bus – $197 – $519 per hour · $1,600 – $3,800 per day · $5.00 – $8.00 per mile
• 25-Passenger Minibus – $165 – $428 per hour · $1,300 – $3,200 per day · $4.00 – $7.00 per mile
• 20-Passenger Minibus – $157 – $414 per hour · $1,300 – $3,100 per day · $4.00 – $7.00 per mile
• 18-Passenger Minibus – $145 – $404 per hour · $1,300 – $3,000 per day · $4.00 – $7.00 per mile

To get an instant quote, simply call our team at 313-487-9120 or use our online quote tool. We’ll provide you with a custom quote based on your specific needs and help you find the perfect bus for your trip.

The cost of renting a charter bus in Detroit depends on several key factors. One of the biggest is the type and size of bus you choose. Larger vehicles like 56-passenger motorcoaches generally cost more than smaller 18-, 20-, or 25-passenger minibuses. The length of your trip also plays a major role—longer trips that span multiple days will be more expensive than short local outings.

Seasonality can impact pricing as well. For example, booking during peak travel times like summer vacation or major events (such as the Detroit Auto Show, Movement Electronic Music Festival, or big games at Ford Field and Comerica Park) may result in higher rates due to increased demand. Your itinerary details matter too: trips with lots of stops, heavy traffic (think rush hour along I-75 or Woodward Avenue), or unusual pickup/drop-off locations might require extra time and planning, affecting the final price.

Other considerations include whether you need a bus for one-way or round-trip service, how many hours per day you’ll use the vehicle, and any special onboard amenities you request (like WiFi, power outlets, or ADA-accessible features). If your trip takes you outside Detroit—for example, to Ann Arbor for a University of Michigan game, Lansing for government business, or even across the border to Windsor, Ontario—distance-based pricing may apply.

Finally, remember that additional costs like parking fees (especially at venues like Huntington Place or Little Caesars Arena), tolls on routes such as I-94 or the Ambassador Bridge, and driver accommodations for overnight trips are not always included in the initial quote. It’s important to discuss all aspects of your itinerary with Detroit Minibus Company so we can give you the most accurate and transparent pricing possible.