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Bus Types Reference Guide

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Minibus
School Bus
Entertainer Coach
Sleeper
Tour Bus
Executive Coach
Day Coach
Limo Bus
Trolley
Double Decker
Van



Charter Bus / Deluxe Motor Coach
Deluxe Motor CoachDeluxe Motor Coach
The Motorcoach is also referred to as a tour bus, charter bus and deluxe motorcoach. There is wide variety of motorcoaches available for charter accross the US and Canada.
Most Common Seating:
47, 55, 56 and 57
Range of Seating:
36 to 61
Restroom:
Almost Always
Air Conditioning:
Almost Always
DVD/TV:
Almost Always
Capable of Long Trips:
Almost Always
Average Price Per Day:
$960

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Minibus
Minibus
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Photo courtesy of Atlantic Bus Sales
Though most companies listing minibuses in our database/directory are used for shuttling, airport transfers and other local travel, some are used for trips over the road. They can be a more cost effective alternative than the larger deluxe motor coach for smaller groups.
Most Common Seating:
21, 24, 25 and 29
Range of Seating:
10 to 41
Restroom:
Rare
Air Conditioning:
Almost Always
DVD/TV:
Sometimes
Capable of Long Trips:
Sometimes
Average Price Per Day:
$820

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School Bus
School Bus
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Photo courtesy of Tesco
School buses are ideal for short, local movements on a low budget. School bus companies are either contractors, or they are school district providers. The BusRates.com directory only lists school bus contractors that charter to the public.
Most Common Seating:
44, 48
Range of Seating:
10 to 60 (adults)
Restroom:
Never
Air Conditioning:
Sometimes
DVD/TV:
Never
Capable of Long Trips:
Rare
Average Price Per Day:
$610

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Entertainer Coach/Sleeper/Tour Bus
Entertainer Coach
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Photo courtesy of BusBusBus.com
The companies listing entertainer coaches in our database are typically leased by musical groups & celebrities for extended touring, and include 9 or 12 bunks to accommodate sleeping. They are usually leased for 30 days or more. Entertainer coaches are the only bus type where driver and fuel costs are itemized in the quote.
Most Common Seating:
9 and 12
Range of Seating:
9 to 18
Restroom:
Almost Always
Air Conditioning:
Always
DVD/TV:
Always
Capable of Long Trips:
Always
Average Price Per Day:
$1500

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Executive Coach/Day Coach
Executive coach
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Photo courtesy of Executive Tour Associates
The companies listing executive coaches in our database are typically booked for one-day or one-evening excursions and are also referred to as "day coaches". These buses are characterized by being full size with office or lounge interiors.
Most Common Seating:
20, 24 and 30
Range of Seating:
10 to 41
Restroom:
Sometimes
Air Conditioning:
Always
DVD/TV:
Almost Always
Capable of Long Trips:
Sometimes
Average Price Per Day:
$1340

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Limo Bus
Executive coach
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Photo courtesy of Limohelpline.com
The companies listing limobuses in our free database directory are characterized by being the size of a minibus, but typically featuring leather perimeter seating inside and often have an on-board attendant serving drinks. They are ideal for weddings or a night out.
Most Common Seating:
14, 18, 22, 24 and 30
Range of Seating:
10 to 50
Restroom:
Sometimes
Air Conditioning:
Always
DVD/TV:
Almost Always
Capable of Long Trips:
Sometimes
Average Price Per Day:
$1545

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Trolley
Trolley
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Photo courtesy of Chicago Trolley
The companies listing trolleys in our free directory are perfect for weddings, tours or other local events. They are an exciting alternative to chartering a standard bus for a local event.
Most Common Seating:
24, 30, 35 and 53
Range of Seating:
20 to 58
Restroom:
Rare
Air Conditioning:
Rare
DVD/TV:
Rare
Capable of Long Trips:
Rare
Average Price Per Day:
$1020

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Double Decker
Double Decker
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Photo (left) courtesy of KGM Charters
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Photo (right) courtesy of Chicago Trolley
Double decker buses are a rare find in our near-complete directory. They are available as closed or open-topped. Open-topped are a little harder to find since insurance on these vehicles is higher. They are usually only found in large metro markets in the US and Canada, and are most commonly used for tours.
Most Common Seating:
75 and 81
Range of Seating:
50 to 84
Restroom:
Rare
Air Conditioning:
Rare
DVD/TV:
Rare
Capable of Long Trips:
Rare
Average Price Per Day:
$1695

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Van
Van
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Photo courtesy of Tesco
The companies listing vans in our free database come chartered with a driver. They are mostly used locally, but a few companies will take them over the road.
Most Common Seating:
14 and 15
Range of Seating:
3 to 22
Restroom:
Never
Air Conditioning:
Common
DVD/TV:
Sometimes
Capable of Long Trips:
Sometimes
Average Price Per Day:
$662

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