Minneapolis Charter Bus Rentals For School Field Trips
Through Coachbusminneapolis.com, booking field trip transportation in Minneapolis, Minnesota has never been easier. Fill out one quick form and compare vehicles, photos, and online rates from a large network of bus companies serving the Twin Cities area, all in one place, in under 30 seconds. Whether you're organizing a school trip to the Science Museum of Minnesota, shuttling students across the metro, or planning a multi-stop educational tour, Coachbusminneapolis.com connects you with TONS of different bus types and TONS of different packages to fit your group, your headcount, and your schedule. No account needed!
Get School Event Transportation Pricing in Just 30 Seconds From a Network of Bus Companies
Why call company after company and wait around on callbacks when you can compare buses, packages, and prices in one place? Coachbusminneapolis.com is a website, not a bus company — and that's exactly the point. Because we don't own or operate any vehicles, you're never stuck with whatever one fleet happens to have open on your date. Instead, you get access to a large network of independent bus companies serving Minneapolis and the surrounding Minnesota metro.
Share your trip details once, see different buses and packages side by side, and choose the field trip transportation that works for YOUR group. From 15-passenger minibuses to full-size 56-passenger charter buses, the options are right here. Yes, it's really that easy!
Find the Bus That Works for Your School Event Transportation
You can use Coachbusminneapolis.com to find bus options for every kind of Minneapolis field trip. Smaller classes and youth groups can ride comfortably in a compact minibus with overhead storage, WiFi, power outlets, and reclining seats, perfect for a quick hop across town. Larger groups heading to a full-day destination like the Minnesota Zoo (13000 Zoo Blvd, Apple Valley, MN 55124) can choose a full-size coach bus with an onboard restroom, climate control, and undercarriage luggage bays for backpacks and gear.
The Zoo charges $15 for bus parking, so your group can arrive together and head inside without searching for separate car spaces.
For a visit to the Minneapolis Institute of Art (2400 Third Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55404), school and tour buses use the main circular drive on Third Avenue for drop-off and pick-up, with free, first-come, first-served bus parking on 24th Street and other perimeter streets around Washburn Fair Oaks Park. That means your Minneapolis field trip group can unload together, then regroup at the same circular drive for pickup. Need an ADA-accessible charter bus rental?
Just mention it when you request your quote to see accessible bus options in the network. TONS of options, TONS of packages, all from a large network of independent Minneapolis bus companies!
56 Passenger Charter Bus
35 Passenger Minibus
30 Passenger Minibus
28 Passenger Minibus
25 Passenger Minibus
20 Passenger Minibus
18 Passenger Minibus
15 Passenger Minibus
15-50 Passenger Party Buses
Sprinter Van with Driver
Sprinter Limo
School Bus
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 612-474-5780 to view current vehicle options, photos, availability, and pricing. Confirm the exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
Charter Buses for Minneapolis School Field Trips to the Minnesota Science Museum
On a school field trip to the Science Museum of Minnesota (120 W Kellogg Blvd, Saint Paul, MN 55102), getting your students across the metro comfortably and on schedule is half the battle. Charter buses and minibuses from the Coachbusminneapolis.com network make it easy. From August 1 through June 14, buses use the Education Entrance at 100 N Chestnut Street for drop-off and pick-up; from June 15 through July 31, they use the main entrance on Kellogg Boulevard.
These are drop-off and pick-up spaces only, so buses cannot park there long-term. Your group can board together at the museum entrance, then meet the bus at the same spot for pickup. With WiFi and a PA system onboard, teachers can prep students before arrival, and the ride home is just as smooth.
School field trip bus rentals through Coachbusminneapolis.com make the whole day easier from the first pickup to the last drop-off!
Field Trip Bus Rentals to the Minnesota Zoo and Como Park Zoo
Give your students an unforgettable wildlife experience without the transportation headache! The Minnesota Zoo and Como Park Zoo & Conservatory (1225 Estabrook Dr, Saint Paul, MN 55103) are two of the most popular field trip destinations in the Twin Cities. Minnesota Zoo field trips require advance registration at least two weeks before the visit.
At Como, buses can drop off at the circle drive in front of the Visitor Center and park on the street, not in Como’s parking lots. Your group can unload together at the Visitor Center, then return to the circle drive for pickup. Through Coachbusminneapolis.com, you can compare bus types and find the right size for your class, whether you need a single minibus or two full-size coaches for an entire grade level.
Book early, spring field trip season fills fast!
Minneapolis Art and History Field Trip Shuttle Bus Rentals
Finding the right bus for a Minneapolis art or history field trip is simple with Coachbusminneapolis.com. The Minneapolis Institute of Art (Mia) and the Minnesota History Center (345 W Kellogg Blvd, Saint Paul, MN 55102) both welcome student groups and offer designated bus drop-off areas. Mia offers school transportation grants of $300 per bus for the 2026–27 school year, with a maximum of two buses per school.
At the History Center, buses drop off on John Ireland Boulevard; the museum has no on-site bus parking. As of October 1, 2026, buses can park on both sides of Martin Luther King Blvd south of the State Capitol. Your group can meet the bus at the John Ireland Boulevard drop-off zone, then ride together to the next stop.
Compare charter bus pricing from a network of Minneapolis providers and fill out one quick form to see what's available for your date. No account needed, get your quote in under 30 seconds!
Field Trip Transportation to the Bell Museum, Valleyfair, and Beyond
When your field trip itinerary takes students to a destination like the Bell Museum (2088 Larpenteur Ave W, Saint Paul, MN 55113) on the University of Minnesota Saint Paul campus, or all the way down to Valleyfair park (1 Valleyfair Dr, Shakopee, MN 55379) for an end-of-year celebration, Coachbusminneapolis.com has bus options for it. At the Bell Museum, a drop-off and pick-up area is available near the building entrance, and the adjacent surface lot costs $6 per day. The lot is for parking, while the nearby entrance area gives your class a clear meeting point for bus drop-off and pickup.
Valleyfair accommodates charter buses in their designated motorcoach lot just off the main entrance, with clear signage directing drivers on arrival. Long-haul field trips to Shakopee and beyond benefit from a full-size coach bus with reclining seats, onboard restrooms, and undercarriage storage for bags and gear. Call 612-474-5780 any day of the year to build a custom package for YOUR trip!
Science Center and Planetarium Field Trip Bus Rentals in the Twin Cities
Ready to compare field trip bus options for a STEM-focused day in Minneapolis? The Bakken Museum (3537 Zenith Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55416) and the Pavek Museum of Broadcasting (3517 Raleigh Ave, St. Louis Park, MN 55416) are hands-on favorites for science and technology classes across the metro. Both venues are located in residential neighborhoods where street parking is limited, making a charter bus a straightforward way to keep your class together for the trip.
Through the Coachbusminneapolis.com network, you can instantly compare minibuses and full-size coaches from independent Minneapolis bus companies, view vehicle photos, and request a quote for your date without creating an account. Get a free quote in seconds, or call 612-474-5780 and a live agent will put together a custom package for your school group!
You Can Find and Book School Event Transportation in Minneapolis and Any Nearby City!
Instead of being locked into one company's coverage area, Coachbusminneapolis.com connects you with a large network of independent bus companies serving Minneapolis and every city in the metro. Whether your group is based in Bloomington, Saint Paul, Eden Prairie, Plymouth, Maple Grove, or anywhere else across the Twin Cities region, there is a bus in the network ready for your field trip. You share your pickup city, travel date, and passenger count once, then instantly compare vehicles, pictures, and pricing from multiple providers serving your area.
Fill out one quick form or call 612-474-5780 and a live agent will help you find the right bus for YOUR trip, wherever in the metro your group is departing from!
How Much Does School Event Transportation in Minneapolis Cost?
| 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 612-474-5780. | ||||
Frequently Asked Questions About Minneapolis School Event Transportation Services
Coachbusminneapolis.com is a comparison and quote-request website that connects schools and youth groups with a large network of independent bus companies serving Minneapolis and the Twin Cities metro. Instead of calling company after company, you fill out one quick form to compare buses, photos, and pricing side by side, all in one place, with no account needed. A live support team is available every day at 612-474-5780 to help you find exactly what your group needs.
Simply enter your pickup location, travel date, destination, and passenger count into the online quote tool. In under 30 seconds, you'll see vehicle options and pricing from a network of independent Minneapolis bus companies, no account required. Choose the bus that fits your group, book through the national booking platform, and an independent local provider supplies the vehicle.
You can also call 612-474-5780 any time to go over your options with a live agent and build a custom field trip package!
Book as early as possible, ideally two to four months before your trip. Spring field trip season (April through June) is the busiest time of year for Minneapolis charter bus rentals, and popular dates sell out fast. If your trip lands during a peak period like the last weeks of the school year or the week before spring break, booking six or more months out gives you the best vehicle selection and the most competitive pricing.
Call 612-474-5780 to check availability for your date right now!
Yes! The Minnesota Zoo accommodates motorcoaches, and school and youth groups need at least eight children to qualify for the group rate. It's always a good idea to call the zoo's group sales office in advance to confirm current parking arrangements and confirm your arrival window, especially during busy spring field trip weeks when multiple school groups may be arriving at the same time.
Yes! ADA-accessible charter bus rentals are available through the Coachbusminneapolis.com network for Minneapolis field trips. Just mention your accessibility needs when you fill out your quote request or when you call 612-474-5780.
The network includes vehicles equipped with wheelchair lifts, widened aisles, and mobility device storage so every student on your roster can travel comfortably. Visit the ADA accessibility page for more details on what's available.
It depends on the vehicle! 15-passenger minibuses work well for smaller classes or breakout groups. 25-passenger minibuses are a popular choice for mid-size groups. Full-size 56-passenger charter buses handle entire grade levels comfortably, with overhead storage and undercarriage bays for backpacks and equipment.
Through Coachbusminneapolis.com, you can compare all available bus types side by side and choose the size that fits your headcount and budget perfectly.
Absolutely. Multi-stop field trip itineraries are no problem when you book through Coachbusminneapolis.com. Whether your group is hitting the Minneapolis Institute of Art in the morning and the Minnesota History Center in the afternoon, or making several stops across the metro in a single day, just share your full itinerary when you call 612-474-5780.
A live support team is available every single day of the year to build a custom package that covers every stop on YOUR schedule, from the first pickup to the final drop-off!