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Shreveport Charter Bus Prices
Need to figure out your Shreveport bus rental budget before locking in your itinerary? Because the cost of a charter bus rental isn’t one-price-fits-all, you can fill out our quick online form for 30-second quotes and read below to learn about the factors affecting rates and how to score the best deals!
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Shreveport Charter Bus Rental Pricing
| Type of Vehicle | Cost Per Hour (Weekdays)* | Cost Per Hour (Weekends)* | Cost Per Day* | Cost Per Mile* |
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| 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+ |
*Rates shown are general estimates from one of the largest networks of independent bus companies serving Shreveport. Your exact price depends on your travel date, trip length, and the bus you pick—and you can see it in under 30 seconds on your online quote, with no account needed! Standard hourly minimums are typically 2 hours Monday through Wednesday (or earlier in the day), 3+ hours after 5 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, and up to 5 hours on peak dates.
Book Ahead
Peak Shreveport Dates: When Prices and Minimums Go Up
It's always smart to book early when planning around high-demand Shreveport events like Mardi Gras parades in February, the Red River Revel in October, the State Fair of Louisiana, or December’s Independence Bowl at Independence Stadium. During these busy spring and fall seasons, hourly minimums and rates rise quickly across Louisiana, so locking in your bus early gets you the best price!
| Peak Date | Date or Season |
|---|---|
| Louisiana Tech Bulldogs Football Home Games | Nov 14 & Nov 21, 2026 |
| Northwestern State Demons Football Home Games | Nov 7 & Nov 14, 2026 |
| Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks Football Home Games | Oct 31 & Nov 19, 2026 |
| Northwestern State Demons Men's Basketball Home Games | November 10, 2026 – March 1, 2027 |
| Louisiana Tech Bulldogs Men's Basketball Home Games | November 2, 2026 – February 24, 2027 |
| Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks Men's Basketball Home Games | November 2, 2026 – March 1, 2027 |
| State Fair of Louisiana | Through November 15, 2026 |
| Prom season | April–May 2027 |
| Homecoming season | September–October 2026 |
Event dates can change, so check yours before you book.
Before You Book
What's Included in Shreveport Charter Bus Prices?
Don't worry about last-minute surprises when you compare quotes through Charter
What's Included in Your Price
- Your bus and its driver
- Your driver's gratuity
- Use of the bus for the hours or miles you book
- Unlimited stops during your booked time
- An instant booking confirmation, then a call from the confirmation team to verify your itinerary
- Your driver's contact information before your trip date
Extra Costs: Tolls, Parking, Tax & Driver Hotel
- Tolls and parking
- The driver's hotel room each night of an overnight trip, which you book
- A second driver, when your itinerary needs one
- Overtime past your booked hours, billed by the hour
- Extra charges if your final drop-off isn't near your pickup
- Changes to your date, time or route, which may cost more
Charter Bus Fees to Avoid
- No smoking: violations bring a fine.
- A surcharge applies for vomit incidents.
- Your group pays for any damage it causes.
Know Before You Pay
A Note on Payment Terms for Shreveport Bus Rentals
You’ll put down a deposit online to lock in your vehicle, pay your remaining balance before your departure date, and receive a call from the confirmation department to verify every stop!
How Can I Pay?
- All major credit cards are accepted, including Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover.
- Corporate or custom billing is set up by phone with the booking company.
Can I Cancel and Get a Refund?
- Cancellations and refunds follow the national booking company's terms, which you'll see before you book.
- Read them before you pay.
What If My Plans Change or Run Over?
- Your booked hours are the minimum you pay, so book enough time for your event.
- Overtime is billed by the hour, and only if the bus is free to stay.
- Date, time and route changes aren't guaranteed. You can upgrade to a bigger bus if one is available, but downgrades aren't allowed.
What Affects Your Price
6 Factors That Affect Shreveport Charter Bus Prices
It's never been easier to see how your itinerary details shape your final quote! Because we connect you with a massive network of independent operators rather than just one fleet, companies compete to give YOUR group the best rate.
Factor 1: The Type of Bus
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Factor 2: Peak Season and Holiday Demand
For the best rates on prom bus rentals in April and May or spring wedding shuttles, we recommend reserving your vehicle at least three to six months in advance! When demand spikes across Shreveport and Bossier City, booking early helps you beat peak seasonal pricing.
Factor 3: Where Your Trip Starts and Ends
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Factor 4: The Travel Fees on Your Route
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Factor 5: Overnight Trips and Driver Lodging
Booking a multi-day casino excursion or an out-of-state tournament trip means factoring in overnight accommodations and federal driving regulations for your driver! Planning this ahead of time keeps your multi-day itinerary running right on schedule!
Factor 6: The Day of the Week
Finding group transportation on a Tuesday or Wednesday is almost always more budget-friendly than booking on a Friday or Saturday night! Weekend demand for sporting events, bachelorette parties, and concerts drives up both hourly rates and typical rental hours. If your schedule is flexible, shifting your school field trip to Sci-Port Discovery Center or your corporate outing to a weekday can unlock major savings!
Ways to Save
Top 4 Ways to Save on Your Shreveport Charter Bus Rental
Ride on a weekday. Weekday hourly rates in the table start below weekend rates for most buses, and Sunday through Thursday typically run the lowest rates.
Fill the seats you pay for. A bigger bus costs more per hour but less per person: a full 56-passenger charter bus starts under $4 per person, per hour.
Book early. Booking early gives you the widest choice of buses for your date.
Keep your pickups together. Every extra pickup adds time on the clock, so one meeting spot keeps the hours, and the price, down.
Sample Trips
Examples of Shreveport Charter Bus Quotes
Below are sample quotes to help you plan your trip.
Example #1: Executive Team to SHV
A Shreveport-based financial services firm is sending its 12-person executive team to Shreveport Regional Airport (SHV) for an 8:00 AM Monday departure to a conference. The team is scattered across Haughton and Bossier City, and juggling rideshares for a dozen people with luggage in construction traffic is not a realistic plan. The company decided to find and book a Shreveport airport transportation shuttle bus through Charter
- Itinerary
- 5:30 AM pickup in Haughton, 6:00 AM second stop in Bossier City, 7:00 AM drop-off at SHV
- Vehicle
- Sprinter van with driver
- Booked time
- 2 hours (the weekday minimum)
- Rate
- $190–$373 an hour (weekday) × 2 hours
- Paid separately
- Tolls and parking
$380–$746about $32–$62 per person
Example #2: CenturyLink Center Concert Night
A group of 35 friends from Haughton is heading to a sold-out show at CenturyLink Center. The roads back into Shreveport after a late concert are not something anyone wants to navigate. The group decided to find and book a Shreveport concert charter bus rental through Charter
- Itinerary
- 5:30 PM pickup in Haughton, 6:30 PM arrival at CenturyLink Center, 11:30 PM post-show return to Haughton
- Vehicle
- 35-passenger minibus
- Booked time
- 6 hours on a Saturday evening
- Rate
- $255–$385 an hour (weekend) × 6 hours
- Paid separately
- Tolls and parking
$1,530–$2,310about $44–$66 per person
Example #3: Hot Springs National Park Day Trip
A Shreveport tech company is rewarding its 40-person sales team with a day trip to Hot Springs National Park. Rather than splitting into a caravan of rental cars for a Friday day trip, the company decided to find and book a Shreveport corporate charter bus rental through Charter
- Itinerary
- 6:30 AM pickup at the company's downtown Shreveport office, 9:00 AM arrival at Hot Springs National Park, 4:30 PM departure, 7:00 PM return to Shreveport
- Vehicle
- 56-passenger charter bus
- Booked time
- About 12 hours (full day)
- Rate
- Full-day rate, $1,650–$2,950
- Paid separately
- Tolls and parking
$1,650–$2,950about $41–$74 per person
Example #4: Independence Bowl Game Day
A group of 25 Independence Bowl season ticket holders from Bossier City wants to make a home game at Independence Stadium into a proper tailgate without losing anyone to parking nightmares or a midnight rideshare shortage. They decided to find and book a Shreveport sporting event party bus rental through Charter
- Itinerary
- 11:00 AM pickup in Bossier City, 12:30 PM arrival at Independence Stadium, 5:30 PM post-game pickup and return to Bossier City
- Vehicle
- 25-passenger party bus
- Booked time
- About 6.5 hours on a Sunday
- Rate
- $248–$460 an hour (weekday low to weekend high) × 6.5 hours
- Paid separately
- Tolls and parking
$1,612–$2,990about $64–$120 per person
Frequently Asked Questions About Shreveport Charter Bus Prices
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Contact usHow can I get a Shreveport party bus or charter bus quote?
Getting started takes just a few trip details and less than 30 seconds! Simply enter your travel date, pickup location, destination, and estimated passenger count into our online quote tool to view live vehicle options, interior photos, and pricing without creating an account. You’ll also receive your free quote by text and email so it’s super easy to share with your group!
Why is renting a bus on Charterbusservicesshreveport.com more affordable than using a single company?
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What packages can I book through Charterbusservicesshreveport.com?
You can book hourly, one-way, round-trip, multi-stop, full-day, and multi-day packages right online, plus airport transfers at Shreveport Regional Airport (SHV) and recurring employee shuttles! Whether you need a single 15-passenger minibus for a few hours or several full-size motorcoaches for a weekend convention, you choose the exact package that fits your schedule. Last-minute plans are no problem either, since you can even book a same-day bus rental!
Can I get a price quote if I don't have my final headcount yet?
Yes, you can enter an estimated passenger count and your basic route into our 30-second online form to compare ballpark pricing right away with no obligation to book! Whether you’re weighing a 25-passenger minibus against a 35-passenger minibus, seeing live rates side by side makes planning your group transportation services a breeze.
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