Charter Bus Rentals Novato, California

Charter bus rental prices in Novato typically range from $197–$519 per hour or $1,600–$3,800 per day, depending on vehicle size, trip length, and seasonal demand. You’ll pay either an hourly rate, a daily rate, or a flat multi-day package—whichever is cheapest for your itinerary.

Here are four real-world examples of recent charter bus quotes for groups traveling to, from, or around Novato:

Example #1: A biotech firm in Bel Marin Keys booked a 56-passenger motorcoach for a 3-day corporate retreat at Cavallo Point. The bus shuttled employees between the hotel, offsite meetings in Sausalito, and a team-building hike in Muir Woods. Their total cost was $6,450, including a 15% driver gratuity.

Example #2: A San Marin High School booster club rented a minibus to take 20 students and chaperones to a weekend robotics competition at UC Berkeley. With two roundtrips each day and extra luggage space for equipment, their final price came to $2,180 after tipping the driver.

Example #3: A local wedding party hired a 25-seat shuttle to run guests between the ceremony at St. Vincent’s Chapel and a vineyard reception in Petaluma. The reservation lasted 8 hours and cost $1,900 before gratuity; the family added a 10% tip for a total of $2,090.

Example #4: A youth soccer club arranged a 3-day charter to Fresno for a state tournament, filling a 50-passenger coach with players, coaches, and gear bags. Their base rate was $3,300, and they budgeted an extra $330 (10%) to thank the driver at the end of the trip.

Several variables affect the price of your charter bus rental in Novato, including the size and type of vehicle, the total mileage and duration of your trip, the time of year you’re traveling, and current demand from large local events like BottleRock Napa Valley, Bay to Breakers, or Fleet Week. Additional expenses such as tolls on the Golden Gate Bridge, driver lodging for overnight trips, and parking fees at venues like the Marin County Civic Center or SMART train stations can also impact your final cost.

Yes, we provide fully ADA-accessible and wheelchair-friendly charter buses in Novato upon request. Just let us know what you need when you book, and we’ll make sure your vehicle includes features like lifts, securement areas, extra handrails, and accessible restrooms so everyone can travel comfortably.

Novato Charter Bus has experience serving every kind of group you can imagine—including school field trips to Olompali State Park, corporate shuttles to BioMarin headquarters, wedding transportation to Marin Country Club, wine tours through Sonoma and Napa, airport transfers to SFO and Oakland International, athletic travel for local sports teams, church outings, cruise terminal transfers, and fan buses to Giants, 49ers, and Warriors games. If you’ve got people to move, we’ve got a bus that fits your schedule.

We offer vehicles in multiple sizes to fit any group: minibuses with 18–25 seats, midsize shuttles for 30–40 passengers, and full-size charter buses that hold up to 56 people. You can book exactly the capacity you need based on your headcount and budget.

Our charter buses come loaded with modern amenities to keep your group comfortable and entertained. Standard features include cushioned reclining seats, powerful air conditioning, overhead parcel racks, underfloor luggage bays, USB outlets at every row, video monitors with DVD/Blu-ray playback, PA system, and onboard WiFi with 4G hotspot connectivity. Most larger coaches also have a rear restroom compartment with running water. Upgrade packages are available with leather upholstery, woodgrain flooring, galley kitchenette, and Bluetooth audio streaming.

You should book your charter bus at least 4–6 weeks before your trip—but the earlier, the better, especially if you’re traveling during peak season or around major events. In Novato, buses sell out fast for spring wine country weddings, summer festival shuttles, and fall school trips. Lock in your reservation now to get the best selection and pricing.

Getting a quote is simple! Just call our 24/7 reservation line at 628-682-3980 or fill out the online form on our website with your trip details (date, pickup location, destination, passenger count). We’ll quickly give you an instant price estimate and answer any questions about vehicles, availability, and amenities.

Your quote covers the base rental fee for the vehicle and driver. It does NOT include bridge tolls (Golden Gate: $9.75 each way), hotel room for driver if required, cleaning charges for excessive mess, or parking passes at venues like the Marin Civic Center ($5–$10) or SMART stations ($2/day). Please budget for these additional expenses based on your itinerary.

To book a bus, simply call our reservations team at 628-682-3980 or use the online quote tool on our website. Once you receive your quote, you can confirm your reservation by signing the contract and making a deposit payment. The remaining balance is due before the date of your trip. Our agents are available 24/7 to assist with bookings, answer questions, and provide support throughout the process.

Novato Charter Bus provides service to all areas in and around Novato, including San Marin, Downtown Novato, Hamilton Field, Ignacio, Bel Marin Keys, and Black Point-Green Point. We operate throughout Marin County and the entire Bay Area region, with service to San Francisco, Oakland, San Rafael, Petaluma, Santa Rosa, and more. No matter where you’re located or where you need to go, we’ll get you there!