Houston charter bus rental
Safe, reliable, and affordable bus rentals in Houston with exceptional customer service.
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Metropolitan Shuttle is your one-stop source for any type of charter bus, minibus or specialty group transportation vehicle in the Houston metro area. Our Houston charter bus rentals keep your group together, on schedule, and free from the stress of traffic and parking. Whether we’re providing bus rentals for the Gulf Coast Authority or United Airlines in the Houston area, or charter buses for University of Houston – Clear Lake’s students and faculty to the NRG Arena for the Lone Star Volleyball Regionals meet, or group transportation for the students of Heritage Preparatory School for a field trip to the Houston Interactive Aquarium and Animal preserve, Metropolitan Shuttle serves all your Houston bus rental needs. Skip the hassle of coordinating multiple vehicles, and let us make your Houston experience smooth and efficient. Our agents are standing by 24/7 to assist you with a custom itinerary, to create the perfect charter bus rental, and explore Houston together!
Metropolitan Shuttle sets the standard for Houston group transportation, combining reliable, comfortable bus rental transportation with the best prices in the industry. With a focus on safety and seamless planning, we handle the logistics so your Houston charter bus trip runs smoothly. Our customized group travel and bus rental services in Houston cover the entire Houston metro area, with services from corporate events to family adventures, school trips to private tours, airport transfers from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to shuttle services for employees, to sports team travel to Houston museum tours with flexibility, care, and unbeatable value. Our wide range of buses, including full size coach buses, party and luxury buses, minibus rentals, sprinter vans and executive limousine buses, provide charter bus solutions to meet all your bus rental and group tour needs in Houston. Call us now to book your next Houston charter bus at (281) 864-3420!
How much does a Houston charter bus cost?
This is often the first question everyone asks. Metropolitan Shuttle always provides transparent charter bus pricing with no hidden fees. Our extensive network of metro Houston charter bus operators offer a vast fleet of buses at competitive rates for every group size and destination. Your exact quote will be customized to your needs and variables, such as:
- Duration: Hourly, daily, or longer-term charter bus rentals will have different cost structures.
- Distance: Higher costs for longer trips out of the Houston Metro area.
- Bus type: Costs vary depending on bus size and amenities (restrooms, entertainment systems, specialty features).
- Day of the week and season: High demand on holidays, weekends, and peak seasons frequently drives up costs. Local events such as large conventions at the Brown Convention Center, Houston Livestock show, Rodeo & Livestock Show, Chevron Marathon, Art Car Parade, Juneteenth, Pride Houston, and the Texas Renaissance Festival will increase prices.
- Extras: Parking, tolls, driver’s lodging (for overnight excursions), and tip.
- Particular to Houston: City restrictions, accessibility, and traffic may add to costs.
The rates below give you a guideline for estimating costs for your perfect trip.
| Type of Bus | Per Hour | Per Day | Per Mile |
| Charter bus | $165-$285 | $1,800-$2,850 | $4.00-$6.00 |
| Minibus | $150-$220 | $1,500- $1,900 | $3.00-$5.00 |
| 12-14 Passenger Van | $125-$160 | $1,100-$1,700 | $1.50- $3.00 |
| School Bus | $120-$145 | $950-$1,450 | $2.50- $3.50 |
Houston Charter Bus Rentals – Professional and Reliable
Charter buses offered by Metropolitan Shuttle are designed to accommodate groups of all sizes, with a variety of bus models to choose from. From spacious charter buses equipped with premium amenities to nimble minibus rentals ideal for smaller groups, you can customize your transportation to fit your itinerary and preferences. With a Metropolitan Shuttle Houston charter bus rental, you’ll enjoy efficient group transportation that keeps your group together and on schedule. No need to worry about parking, traffic, or coordinating multiple vehicles—just sit back, relax, and take in Houston’s iconic sights: the cultural treasures of the Museum District, the world-renowned NASA Johnson Space Center Houston, the Houston Zoo, or a game at Minute Maid Park. Whether you’re a local planning a group event or a visitor eager to experience the best of Houston, a charter bus is your ticket to a seamless and memorable journey.
For more than two decades, Metropolitan Shuttle has earned the trust of corporations, universities, and communities across Houston for group transportation. In 2025 we were ranked the top national bus rental and shuttle service provider in the country. Our clients rely on us for our history of performance – on-time arrivals, well trained and professional charter bus drivers, transparent billing, and responsive support when plans inevitably shift. Every trip is backed by real people, not automated systems, who monitor and adapt in real time. Call (281) 864-3420 or request a quote online today. See why organizations across the city trust Metropolitan Shuttle for Houston charter bus rentals – professional service, proven safety, and travel done right.