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40 Passenger Coach Bus

Up to 40 passengers
5hr minimum
  • Luggage
  • Outlets
  • TV
  • Wifi
  • Conventions & Events
  • Corporate outings & team-building
  • Corporate travel
  • Employee & Worker Transportation to/from works sites
  • Employee shuttle
  • Events
  • Exclusive airport shuttles
  • Fraternity / Sorority Outings
  • Group Events
  • Local and regional travel
  • Off-site parking lot shuttles
  • Smaller Groups
  • Weddings shuttles

A 40-passenger coach is the right-size answer for groups of 30 to 40: real coach comfort, an onboard restroom on most models, and underfloor luggage bays, without paying for sixteen empty seats on a 56-passenger vehicle. Recent Metropolitan Shuttle trips ran $1,200 to $1,775 across California, Illinois, Pennsylvania, and Maryland, and the table below shows exactly what each bought. Metropolitan Shuttle arranges 40-passenger coaches in every major US market and across Canada. Our Single-Point Accountability Model provides your group comfort in knowing that a designated member of our team will be accountable from first quote to end of your trip.

Why Choose a 40-Passenger Coach Bus?

A 40-passenger coach bus is a great compromise between capacity and maneuverability, ideal for groups that need ample space without the oversized footprint of a large charter bus. Whether you’re organizing a company retreat, church outing, or school event, charter bus rentals with the 40 pax bus offer the comfort, features, and reliability you expect from a full-size coach bus, but with a little more maneuverability.

Key Features

  • Ample Seating and Storage. With comfortable seating for up to 40 passengers, there is ample room for medium size groups to relax. The coach also features spacious overhead compartments and storage for luggage, sports equipment, or other gear.
  • Modern Comforts. Your group can enjoy air conditioning, reclining seats, and individual reading lights for a comfortable and personalized experience during the ride.
  • Entertainment Systems. Passengers will stay entertained on long trips with Wi-Fi, flat-screen monitors, and a DVD player available on many of these vehicles. These features make our coach bus perfect for both professional and leisure trips.
  • Restroom Facilities. Usually equipped with an onboard restroom, you get that convenience, especially for longer journeys.
  • Safety First. All Metropolitan Shuttle buses are operated by experienced, licensed drivers and undergo routine maintenance and inspections. Your group’s safety and satisfaction are always our top priorities.

Who Needs a 40-Passenger Coach Bus?

Corporate Events

Transport your groups to conferences, off-site meetings, or corporate team-building events. The amenities in these vehicles allow passengers to relax or even prep for the meeting on the go.

Tour Groups and Sightseeing

Ride around the city’s landmarks or plan group tours with ease. The spacious interior and large windows provide scenic views for every passenger.

School and University Groups

With comfortable seating and safety-focused features, the 40-passenger coach bus is a great option for school groups traveling to museums, sports tournaments, or any special event.

Weddings and Special Events

Your guests will appreciate the convenience of these vehicles on your big day! You can also organize rides for bachelor and bachelorette parties, family reunions, and other celebrations.

Sports Teams and Fans

Coordinate stress-free transportation to and from airports, convention centers, hotels, or other hubs.

How Much Does a 40 Passenger Coach Bus Cost?

Every price below is from a Metropolitan Shuttle invoice, all-inclusive: driver, service fee, fuel, and insurance in the number.

TripShapePrice
Milton, PA to BWI Airport in Baltimore, one-way transfer, June 2026Long-distance one-way$1,775 all-inclusive
Two suburban pickups (Schaumburg and Oakbrook Terrace) to Rate Field in Chicago, 10 am out, 4 pm departure home, July 2026Game day, multi-pickup$1,475
Santa Monica to Universal Studios and home, booked as two one-way transfers, March 2026Two transfers, same day$1,650 total
Burbank High School’s paired LAX transfers, two weeks apartTwo transfers, paired booking$1,200 each way

Three lessons ride in the table. Trip structure is the biggest lever: booking an all-day event as a morning drop plus an evening pickup usually beats paying a coach to wait, and our coordinators quote both. Distance behaves differently than buyers expect: the 150-mile Pennsylvania-to-BWI one-way billed $1,775 because a one-way’s price carries the empty return the coach still has to drive, so ask how deadhead is calculated on any long one-way. And game days are a logistics product as much as a ride: the Chicago run staged two suburban pickups and parked in Rate Field’s bus lot on a pre-arranged pass, the kind of venue detail your coordinator handles before the trip rather than at the gate. For your exact number, request a quote or call 866-556-3545; quotes come back same-day.

Request Your Quote Today

No matter the kind of event you’re planning, the 40-passenger coach bus is built to enhance your group travel experience. Contact us today to learn more or to receive a personalized quote for your trip.

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