56 Passenger Charter Bus
With Columbiacoachbuscompany.com, renting a charter bus in Columbia, South Carolina has never been this fast or this easy! Fill out one quick form and instantly compare vehicles and prices from a large network of bus companies serving the Midlands. Whether you need a minibus for a Gamecocks tailgate, a party bus for a bachelorette night through The Vista, or a full charter bus for a corporate event at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, you'll find the right bus here in seconds.
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Columbiacoachbuscompany.com makes finding group transportation in Columbia faster and easier than calling around to five different companies and waiting on callbacks. You share your trip details once, and you're instantly looking at vehicles, photos, and prices from a large network of independently owned transportation companies serving Columbia and the entire Midlands region — all in one place, no account required.
Want WiFi for a corporate shuttle between downtown hotels and the convention center? A built-in bar and LED lighting for a bachelorette night on Gervais Street? Undercarriage luggage bays for a group flying into Columbia Metropolitan Airport?
Request the amenities you want right in the quote form, compare pictures and prices side by side in seconds, and choose the bus that actually fits your group and your plans.
This is a quote-comparison and referral website, not a local bus company. That means you are never limited to one fleet — you get options from across a network of providers, with buses available for local trips around Columbia and long-distance runs to Charlotte, Myrtle Beach, Atlanta, and beyond. Call 803-250-8640 or use the 30-second online tool to get started!
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 803-250-8640 to view current vehicle options, photos, availability, and pricing. Confirm the exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
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 803-250-8640 before booking.
For quick and easy charter bus pricing in Columbia, just fill out the online quote form with your date, group size, and pickup location — and you'll see prices from a network of bus companies in under 30 seconds. No account needed, no waiting on a callback.
Pricing in Columbia varies based on the bus type, your group size, how long you need the bus, and the time of year. Minibuses run $180–$385+ per hour, party buses run $248–$460+ per hour, and full charter buses run $205–$410+ per hour. USC home football Saturdays, the South Carolina State Fair in October, and prom season in April and May are the busiest stretches of the year — book early on those dates for the best rates and widest selection.
Call 803-250-8640 any time for a custom quote, or use the online tool right now to see what's available for your dates!
| Type of Vehicle | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day | Cost Per Mile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 56 Passenger Charter Bus | $205 – $385+ | $225 – $410+ | $1,650 – $2,950+ | $6.20 – $8.95+ |
| 35 Passenger Minibus | $225 – $370+ | $255 – $385+ | $1,815 – $2,415+ | $6.20 – $8.95+ |
| 30 Passenger Minibus | $205 – $365+ | $240 – $380+ | $1,670 – $2,335+ | $5.90 – $8.60+ |
| 28 Passenger Minibus | $190 – $355+ | $220 – $370+ | $1,540 – $2,255+ | $5.65 – $8.25+ |
| 25 Passenger Minibus | $190 – $350+ | $195 – $365+ | $1,420 – $2,180+ | $5.40 – $7.90+ |
| 20 Passenger Minibus | $190 – $340+ | $190 – $355+ | $1,300 – $2,080+ | $5.15 – $7.50+ |
| 18 Passenger Minibus | $190 – $330+ | $190 – $350+ | $1,210 – $1,990+ | $5.00 – $7.25+ |
| 15 Passenger Minibus | $180 – $310+ | $180 – $330+ | $1,150 – $1,880+ | $4.75 – $6.95+ |
| 15-50 Passenger Party Bus | $248 – $426+ | $265 – $460+ | $1,827 – $2,954+ | $6.75 – $9.95+ |
| Sprinter Van with Driver | $190 – $373+ | $218 – $466+ | $1,395 – $2,848+ | $5.00 – $6.95+ |
| Sprinter Limo | $190 – $340+ | $190 – $355+ | $1,300 – $2,080+ | $5.15 – $7.50+ |
| 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 instant price quote for your trip, request an online quote or call 803-250-8640. | ||||

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Check out how simple this is. You fill out one quick form — your pickup address, destination, date, and how many people are riding — and in about 30 seconds you're looking at a results page showing available buses, vehicle photos, amenities, and pricing from a network of independently owned transportation companies serving Columbia. You compare what you see, pick the bus that works for your group and your budget, and book right online.
That's it.
Because Columbiacoachbuscompany.com is a quote-comparison and referral website, not a local bus operator, you are never stuck with whatever one company happens to have parked in its lot. You get access to a large network of providers, which means more bus types, more amenity options, and more price points to choose from — all without making a single phone call unless you want to.
And if you'd rather talk it through, a live team is available every day of the year at 803-250-8640 to help you compare options, answer questions, and put together a custom package for your specific trip. Whether you're moving 15 people to a Fireflies game at Segra Park or coordinating transportation for 200 guests across a full wedding weekend, Columbiacoachbuscompany.com makes finding the right bus the easy part. Call 803-250-8640 or use the online quote tool right now!
Ready to find the perfect bus for your next Columbia trip? Columbiacoachbuscompany.com helps you find and compare group transportation for every kind of occasion — from airport runs and corporate shuttles to Gamecocks game days, prom nights, and winery tours. Browse every service type below, then call 803-250-8640 or use the online quote tool to get your price in seconds!

With Columbiacoachbuscompany.com, securing a group airport shuttle in Columbia is fast and straightforward. Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) (3000 Aviation Way, West Columbia, SC 29170) is approximately 7 miles from downtown Columbia via I-26 East, and buses use the arrivals curb on the lower baggage claim level for pickup. Have your whole group together with all luggage in hand before calling the bus forward — commercial vehicles stage off Aviation Way and pull to the curb once everyone is ready, not before.
Flying into Charlotte instead? Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) is about 95 miles north on I-77 — roughly 90 minutes — and is the closest major hub to Columbia. Buses pick up at the commercial ground transportation area on the lower arrivals level at CLT.
Whether your group is arriving, departing, or connecting between airports, compare minibuses and full charter buses with undercarriage luggage bays right here. Call 803-250-8640 or use the online quote tool to find your Columbia airport transportation now!

You'll love having one bus for the whole group when a big show comes through Columbia. Colonial Life Arena (801 Lincoln St, Columbia, SC 29208) hosts touring artists year-round — Morgan Wallen, Zach Bryan, and major arena acts all play here — with drop-off and pickup on Assembly Street on the west side or Lincoln Street on the north. No dedicated oversized parking on-site means buses stage on surface lots along Blossom Street while your group is inside.
Colonial Life Arena allows clear bags up to 12" x 6" x 12" and small clutches up to 4.5" x 6.5", and the building is fully cashless. Leave oversized bags and anything your group cannot carry inside on the bus, then walk in with the small essentials that fit the arena rules — the full policy is on the Colonial Life Arena A-Z guide.
Instead of splitting your group between rideshares and hunting for a pickup zone after the encore, a party bus or charter bus keeps everyone together from the first song to the last stop of the night. Party buses come with a built-in bar, LED lighting, and Bluetooth sound — so the concert energy doesn't stop when you walk out the door.
Compare concert buses from a network of providers serving Columbia right here. Call 803-250-8640 or use the online quote tool to get your price in seconds!

Booking corporate transportation in Columbia is simple with Columbiacoachbuscompany.com. Whether you're shuttling conference attendees between downtown hotels and the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center (1101 Lincoln St, Columbia, SC 29201) or running a recurring employee shuttle between the Brickell Financial District and a Lexington office park, one bus keeps your team on schedule without the parking headache.
The convention center's primary drop-off is on Lincoln Street, with overflow parking at the Lincoln Street Garage (1121 Lincoln St) for oversized vehicles. Buses with WiFi, power outlets, and reclining seats keep your team productive on the way in — and relaxed on the way home.
For an exhibit-hall loading dock, your bus approaches from Lincoln Street, turns right on Greene Street, then right on Gadsden Street and travels behind Colonial Life Arena to the ramp into the loading zone. The upper-level turnaround allows only 15 minutes for loading and unloading, so the bus gets your materials inside and moves promptly to the adjacent lot or Park Street Garage; the complete route is on the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center load-in and load-out page.
Compare corporate charter buses and minibuses from a network of providers serving Columbia and the Midlands. Call 803-250-8640 or use the online quote tool to find your Columbia corporate transportation now!

Getting your team to work shouldn't cost them two hours and a tank of gas. A dedicated employee shuttle between downtown Columbia, the University of South Carolina campus, or a Blythewood or Irmo office park takes the I-26 and I-77 commute off everyone's plate — and turns that time into something useful instead of a frustration.
With Columbiacoachbuscompany.com, you can find and compare employee shuttle buses for daily routes, recurring schedules, temporary coverage during construction or events, and special company occasions. Minibuses work well for smaller teams; full charter buses handle larger headcounts with room for laptops, bags, and a comfortable ride.
Set your pickup points, timing, and passenger count in the quote form and compare available vehicles and pricing from a network of transportation companies serving Columbia. Call 803-250-8640 or use the online quote tool to find your Columbia employee shuttle now!

Make your next government or military group move in Columbia the easy part of the operation. Columbiacoachbuscompany.com helps you find and compare buses for personnel transfers, training events, base logistics, government meetings, and multi-day group travel across South Carolina. Whether your group is moving between Fort Jackson (the U.S. Army's largest initial entry training installation, located just east of Columbia on Two Notch Road) and downtown Columbia hotels, or coordinating transportation for a multi-agency conference at the State House complex, the right bus is in the network.
Need an ADA-accessible vehicle? Just mention it when you fill out the quote form. Full-size charter buses offer undercarriage luggage bays for gear and equipment, and minibuses handle smaller personnel groups without the overhead of a full motorcoach.
Compare government and military transportation options from a network of providers serving Columbia and the entire Midlands region. Call 803-250-8640 or use the online quote tool to get your quote in seconds!

It's never been easier to find a long-distance charter bus from Columbia! Whether your group is heading north on I-77 to Charlotte (about 95 miles), south on I-26 to Charleston (about 115 miles), west to Atlanta (about 215 miles), or east to Myrtle Beach (about 100 miles), a full-size motorcoach with reclining seats, WiFi, power outlets, an onboard restroom, and undercarriage luggage bays makes the ride comfortable for everyone.
Instead of coordinating a five-car caravan across the state, one bus keeps your group together from the first pickup to the final drop-off — with one flat, predictable cost instead of gas, tolls, and parking at every stop.
Compare long-distance charter buses from a network of providers serving Columbia and destinations across the Southeast. Call 803-250-8640 or use the online quote tool to get your Columbia long-distance bus rental price now!

Got 30 seconds? That's all it takes to start comparing private event buses in Columbia. Family reunion at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden?
Birthday night through The Vista? Anniversary dinner on Gervais Street followed by a late stop in Five Points? Whatever brings your group together, Columbiacoachbuscompany.com helps you find a bus that fits your itinerary, your headcount, and your budget.
Party buses come with a built-in bar, LED lighting, flat-panel TVs, and Bluetooth sound — perfect for milestone birthdays and celebrations where the ride is part of the event. Minibuses and charter buses work well for larger family groups, reunion shuttles, and multi-stop private outings where comfort and space matter more than the nightlife setup.
Compare private event buses from a network of providers serving Columbia and all of Richland and Lexington counties. Call 803-250-8640 or use the online quote tool to find your bus now!

Get a prom party bus booked early — and we mean early. Prom season in Columbia runs April through May across Richland School District 1 and 2, Lexington County schools, and every private school in the Midlands, and every group is looking for the same buses on the same handful of weekends. Waiting until March means higher prices and fewer options.
Booking in December or January means you find the bus you actually want at a price that makes sense.
Party buses for prom come with a built-in bar setup (for the parents!), color-changing LED lighting, flat-panel TVs, wraparound perimeter seating, and a premium sound system — so the celebration starts the moment everyone climbs aboard. You set the pickup order, you set the itinerary, and the whole group arrives together.
Compare prom party buses and minibuses from a network of providers serving Columbia. Call 803-250-8640 or use the online quote tool to lock in your date now!

Let Columbiacoachbuscompany.com handle the transportation so your congregation can focus on what matters. Whether you're coordinating a weekend retreat to a camp in the Upstate, a weekly shuttle between church campuses across Columbia, or a multi-day group trip to a regional conference, finding the right bus is simple here. Fill out one form and compare vehicles and pricing from a network of independently owned transportation companies serving the Midlands.
Minibuses work well for smaller congregation groups and short local trips. Full charter buses with reclining seats, climate control, and onboard restrooms handle longer retreats and multi-day travel comfortably. ADA-accessible vehicles are available through the network — just mention it when you request your quote.
Compare religious group transportation options from a network of providers serving Columbia and all of South Carolina. Call 803-250-8640 or use the online quote tool to get started!

With Columbiacoachbuscompany.com, planning school field trip transportation in Columbia is straightforward. Instead of coordinating parent carpools and squeezing students into a long line of cars, one bus keeps the whole class together from school pickup to venue drop-off and back. Riverbanks Zoo and Garden (500 Wildlife Pkwy, Columbia, SC 29210) is one of the most popular field trip destinations in the state — buses unload at the main entrance on Wildlife Parkway, with oversized vehicle parking in the designated bus section of the main lot just off I-26 at Exit 107.
The South Carolina State Museum (301 Gervais St, Columbia, SC 29201) and the EdVenture Children's Museum (211 Gervais St, Columbia, SC 29201) are two more downtown favorites, both accessible via Gervais Street with nearby surface lots for bus staging.
ADA-accessible buses are available through the network. Just mention your student and chaperone headcount when you fill out the quote form. Call 803-250-8640 or use the online quote tool to find your Columbia field trip bus now!

Hit the tailgate without the parking nightmare. Williams-Brice Stadium (1 Williams-Brice Blvd, Columbia, SC 29201) holds more than 80,000 Gamecocks fans, and USC home football Saturdays are the single busiest transportation days of the year in Columbia. Buses drop off passengers along George Rogers Boulevard on the stadium's west side and relocate to Lot 22 (off George Rogers Blvd) or Lot 26 (south of the stadium off Bluff Road) — oversized vehicle passes must be purchased in advance through USC Parking Services.
Lots open four hours before kickoff.
Roads including George Rogers Boulevard and Williams Street close within two hours of kickoff on home game days — your bus handles the timing so your group doesn't get caught in the closure.
Also compare buses for Columbia Fireflies games at Segra Park (1640 Freed St, Columbia, SC 29201) in the BullStreet District, and USC basketball at Colonial Life Arena. Call 803-250-8640 or use the online quote tool to find your Columbia sporting event bus now!

Keep every guest on schedule and off the parking lot hunt on your wedding day. Columbiacoachbuscompany.com helps you find wedding shuttle buses in Columbia for every leg of the weekend — hotel pickups, the ceremony, the reception, and the late-night hotel return. Whether your venue is a historic estate in the Midlands, a lakeside property on Lake Murray, or a downtown Columbia ballroom steps from The Vista, one bus keeps your guests together and your timeline intact.
Request white, black, or silver buses to match your wedding colors. Minibuses work beautifully for smaller bridal parties and VIP shuttles; full charter buses handle large guest lists across multiple hotel pickups without the caravan chaos. And for the bachelorette group the night before?
A party bus through Gervais Street and Five Points keeps the celebration going from the first stop to the last.
Compare wedding transportation from a network of providers serving Columbia. Call 803-250-8640 or use the online quote tool to find your Columbia wedding bus now!

You'll love having a bus for Columbia's growing craft beverage scene — and the moment you leave the first stop, you'll understand why. South Carolina's Midlands wine trail and a thriving local brewery circuit make for a perfect group outing, and a party bus or minibus means nobody is watching their drink count because they're the one driving home.
Local favorites include River Rat Brewery (1231 Shop Rd, Columbia, SC 29201) in the BullStreet corridor, Conquest Brewing Company (1220 Shop Rd, Columbia, SC 29201), and Swamp Cabbage Brewing (321 Huger St, Columbia, SC 29201) in The Vista — all within a short ride of each other. Extend the tour out to Edmund's Oast Brewing Co. in Charleston or wineries along I-26 for a full-day trip.
You set the stops and the timing. The bus handles the rest. Compare winery tour and brewery buses from a network of providers serving Columbia.
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We help you find group transportation across the entire Midlands region, not just within Columbia city limits. Whether you need a Lexington charter bus, a bus from West Columbia, a shuttle from Irmo, or transportation from Cayce, Blythewood, Chapin, Elgin, Sumter, Aiken, or Orangeburg, Columbiacoachbuscompany.com connects you to a network of providers serving all of it. Compare vehicles and prices from a large network of bus companies serving Columbia and every nearby city — all in one place, in seconds!

Columbiacoachbuscompany.com is a quote-comparison and referral website that makes it easy for groups to find, compare, and book bus rentals in Columbia, South Carolina. This is not a local bus company or motor carrier — it is a website. You fill out one quick form or call 803-250-8640, and you're connected with vehicles and pricing from a large network of independently owned transportation companies serving the Midlands.
Because the site doesn't own any buses, you're never limited to a single fleet, and you get more options and more price points to compare than you'd get from calling one company at a time.
Fill out the online quote form with your pickup location, destination, date, group size, and trip timing. Once submitted, you'll be taken to a results page on a national booking platform showing available buses, vehicle photos, amenities, and pricing from transportation companies serving the Columbia area. Review the options, pick the bus that fits your group and your budget, and book right online — all in just a few minutes.
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Charter buses and oversized vehicles drop off passengers along George Rogers Boulevard on the stadium's west side, then relocate to designated oversized vehicle parking in Lot 22 (off George Rogers Boulevard) or Lot 26 (south of the stadium off Bluff Road). Oversized vehicle parking passes must be purchased in advance through USC Parking Services — day-of passes are not guaranteed. Lots open four hours before kickoff.
Roads including George Rogers Boulevard close within two hours of kickoff on home game Saturdays, so plan your arrival timing accordingly. Confirm current lot assignments and road closure schedules with USC Parking before your game date, since specifics can vary by event.
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) is the closest airport, approximately 7 miles from downtown Columbia via I-26 East. Buses pick up and drop off at the arrivals curb on the lower baggage claim level; commercial vehicles stage off Aviation Way and pull forward once the full group is assembled with all luggage. Do not call the bus forward until everyone is together — curbside time at CAE is actively managed.
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) is approximately 95 miles north on I-77, about 90 minutes from Columbia. CLT is the closest major hub airport and handles significantly more airline routes. Buses drop off at the upper-level departures curb and pick up at the commercial ground transportation area on the lower arrivals level.
Confirm your terminal with the booking before departure, as CLT's layout varies by airline. Check the Columbia Metropolitan Airport ground transportation page and the Charlotte Douglas ground transportation guide for current access details.
Charter buses drop off and pick up on Assembly Street on the arena's west side, or on Lincoln Street on the north side — both are active loading zones with time limits enforced on event nights. There is no dedicated oversized vehicle parking lot on-site. Buses typically stage on surface lots along Blossom Street or at the Colonial Life Arena Parking Garage (enter off Blossom Street) between drop-off and pickup.
Arrange your post-event pickup point and timing before the event starts so the group knows exactly where to meet the bus when the show ends. Confirm current drop-off protocols on the Colonial Life Arena directions and parking page before your visit.
Buses unload at the main entrance on Wildlife Parkway, then park in the designated oversized vehicle section of the main parking lot off Wildlife Parkway. The zoo is located just off I-26 at Exit 107 (Bush River Road interchange), which makes the approach straightforward for large vehicles. Parking fees apply and are paid separately from any bus rental quote — confirm current rates and bus parking availability directly with the zoo before your visit at 803-250-8640 or on the Riverbanks Zoo plan your visit page.
The Botanical Garden is across the Saluda River, accessible by a pedestrian bridge from the zoo side, so plan extra walking time for groups visiting both.
During the South Carolina State Fair and other major events, buses enter via the North Gate on Rosewood Drive between Gate 1 and the Rocket for passenger drop-off. Oversized vehicle parking is coordinated by fairgrounds staff in the infield and back lots on event days — assignments are managed on-site rather than through a fixed designated lot, so arrive with extra time and follow staff direction at the gate. The fairgrounds are located at the intersection of Rosewood Drive and Millwood Avenue, just south of downtown Columbia.
For current event-day parking guidance, contact the South Carolina State Fair directly at 803-250-8640 before your visit.
Your bus uses 1200 Rosewood Drive for the North Gate drop-off and pickup, but it cannot park there. The fairgrounds use Gate 6 at 901 George Rogers Boulevard, Gate 7 at 1041 George Rogers Boulevard, and Gate 10 at 901 Bluff Road for parking access; full-size school buses and senior care vans park and drop off free, while the North Gate stays clear for loading. See the South Carolina State Fair bus, rideshare, and drop-off page for the complete access map.
The primary bus drop-off at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center is on Lincoln Street at the main entrance. The convention center shares a block with the Hilton Columbia Center hotel, and overflow and oversized vehicle parking is available at the Lincoln Street Garage (1121 Lincoln St) and surface lots along Gervais Street. The CMCC is two blocks from Colonial Life Arena and walkable to Main Street restaurants and The Vista.
For large conventions and multi-day events, contact the convention center directly at 803-250-8640 or on the CMCC directions and parking page to confirm loading dock access and any event-specific staging instructions.
Book three to six months out for most Columbia trips, and stretch that to six months or more for the city's peak demand dates. USC home football Saturdays at Williams-Brice Stadium are the single hardest dates to find a bus in the Midlands — the 2026 season includes marquee home games against Tennessee (October 24), Texas A&M (November 7), and Georgia (November 21). The South Carolina State Fair runs October 15–25, 2026, and fills every available bus in the region across its 11-day run.
Prom season in April and May across Richland and Lexington County school districts is equally competitive. The Lake Murray July 4th Fireworks draw 75,000+ spectators and book out fast. Waiting until the last minute on any of these dates means higher prices, fewer options, or both.
Call 803-250-8640 right now to lock in your date!
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