Up to 56 passengers
Rent a 56-passenger charter bus with undercarriage luggage bays, an onboard restroom, WiFi, and reclining seats for long-haul comfort!
- Weekdays
- $205–$385+/hr.
- Weekends
- $225–$410+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,650–$2,950+
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Madison Charter Bus Rentals
Through a network of independent transportation providers serving Dane County and all of Wisconsin, Charter
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- Up to 56passengers on one charter bus, plus minibuses and vans
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How to Rent a Charter Bus With Charterbusmadison.com
Rather than calling five different bus companies around the Isthmus and waiting on callbacks, you only have to share your pickup location, date, and headcount once! In under 30 seconds, you'll land on a results page comparing buses, packages, and prices side by side, with a copy sent straight to your text and email. Once you pick the vehicle you love and book online through the national booking platform, a confirmation department calls to verify every stop on your itinerary!
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Fill Out One Quick Form
Start with your Madison pickup location, travel date, and how many people are coming. Add where you're headed and when you need to return, or call us at (608) 571-0010 and we'll take down your details for you. That's it! You only have to share your trip details once, with no account needed and no obligation to book!
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Compare Buses, Pictures & Prices
In just seconds, you'll land on an easy-to-view search results page showing different buses, interior pictures, rental packages, and online prices for your trip all in one place! Compare party buses, minibuses, sprinter vans, and charter buses from one of the largest networks of bus companies serving the Madison area without calling company after company. You'll even get your pricing by text and email, so it's easy to share with the group!
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Choose Your Bus & Book Online
Once you've found the bus you love, make your reservation right online through the national booking platform! The booking company handles your reservation and payment, and a confirmation team calls you to go over every pickup, drop-off, and stop on your Madison itinerary, so everything is set before your trip.
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Enjoy Your Transportation!
On the day of your trip, an independent local bus company supplies the vehicle for your reservation, and your whole group rides together from the first pickup to the last drop-off! No account needed. No hassle. Yes, finding your next bus in Madison really can be that easy!
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Charterbusmadison.com vs. Calling a Single Madison Bus Company
Instead of limiting your group to whatever a single local bus company happens to have parked in its lot on your travel date, Charter
| What Matters to Your Group | Charter | Calling a Single Madison Bus Company |
|---|---|---|
| Bus types | Sprinter vans, 15- to 35-passenger minibuses, 15- to 50-passenger party buses and 56-passenger charter buses, side by side | Only the bus types one company owns, if one is open on your date |
| Getting prices | Online prices in under 30 seconds from one quick form, with no account needed | Calling company after company during business hours, repeating your trip and waiting on callbacks |
| Peak dates | Independent bus companies compete for your trip, even on prom and game dates | One company's peak-date rates, or no bus at all if it's sold out |
| Last-minute and big groups | Same-day rentals, and one bus or several for a wedding, convention or team | Only the buses and drivers one company has free |
| Packages | Hourly, one-way, round-trip, multi-stop, split-time, full-day or multi-day, and call us for less than the standard minimum | That company's own minimums and packages |
| Help | Call us 24/7, 365 days a year | Depends on that company's hours |
| After you book | An instant booking confirmation, then a call to go over every pickup, drop-off and stop | Varies by company |
| Paying | All payments accepted when you book online | That company's own payment options |
Types of Buses Available
Available Madison Charter Bus Rental Options
View instant online quotes for the widest selection of bus types in Madison, the cities around it, and all of Wisconsin! One local operator might only have minibuses while another only runs party buses, but our network brings every vehicle option together on one screen. Whether you're navigating tight turns around Capitol Square or taking a full roster down I-94, you can compare photos and amenities in seconds. Choose the exact ride that fits YOUR headcount and YOUR budget!
Up to 35 passengers
A 35-passenger minibus gives mid-sized groups overhead storage, power outlets, and climate control for smooth rides across Madison.
- Weekdays
- $225–$370+/hr.
- Weekends
- $255–$385+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,815–$2,415+
Up to 30 passengers
Keep your group together aboard a 30-passenger minibus featuring cushioned seating, WiFi, and nimble handling for downtown streets.
- Weekdays
- $205–$365+/hr.
- Weekends
- $240–$380+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,670–$2,335+
Up to 28 passengers
Choose a 28-passenger minibus for corporate shuttles, campus tours, or wedding guest transfers around Lake Mendota and Lake Monona.
- Weekdays
- $190–$355+/hr.
- Weekends
- $220–$370+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,540–$2,255+
Up to 25 passengers
A 25-passenger minibus makes it easy to shuttle wedding parties, sports fans, or convention attendees without parking headaches.
- Weekdays
- $190–$350+/hr.
- Weekends
- $195–$365+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,420–$2,180+
Up to 20 passengers
Book a 20-passenger minibus to dodge Beltline traffic and drop your group right at the entrance of any venue!
- Weekdays
- $190–$340+/hr.
- Weekends
- $190–$355+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,300–$2,080+
Up to 18 passengers
An 18-passenger minibus is ideal for quick neighborhood hops, brewery tours, and executive transfers from Dane County Regional Airport.
- Weekdays
- $190–$330+/hr.
- Weekends
- $190–$350+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,210–$1,990+
Up to 15 passengers
Our compact 15-passenger minibus keeps small groups comfortable with AC, cushioned seats, and a driver at the wheel.
- Weekdays
- $180–$310+/hr.
- Weekends
- $180–$330+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,150–$1,880+
15 to 50 passengers
Start the celebration early on a 15- to 50-passenger party bus with LED lighting, wraparound leather seating, Bluetooth sound, and bars!
- Weekdays
- $248–$426+/hr.
- Weekends
- $265–$460+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,827–$2,954+
11 to 14 passengers
Reserve a 11- to 14-passenger sprinter van with a driver for VIP airport pickups and small group outings.
- Weekdays
- $190–$373+/hr.
- Weekends
- $218–$466+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,395–$2,848+
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We can find any size or type of bus your group needs. Just call us at (608) 571-0010.
*Photos are examples from one of the largest networks of independent bus companies and may not show the exact vehicle offered for your trip. Fill out the (no account needed!) or call us at (608) 571-0010 to see current vehicle options, pictures, availability, and pricing, and confirm the exact vehicle and amenities before booking.
Our Onboard Amenities
Popular Madison Bus Amenities Available
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Reclining Seats
Onboard Restroom
Individual Climate Control
Onboard Wi-Fi
Power Outlets
Overhead Storage
Under-Bus Luggage Storage
TV Monitors
PA System
Amenities are common features that may be available on buses. Exact features vary by vehicle, provider, and availability. To confirm the amenities on a specific bus offered for your trip, call us at (608) 571-0010 before booking.
Our Pricing & Packages
Madison Charter Bus Rental Pricing & Rates
The cost of your Madison bus rental depends on your vehicle size, trip duration, and travel dates, and you can see live pricing in under 30 seconds online! Rates can climb during peak times like UW-Madison graduation in May, Badgers home football Saturdays, the Dane County Fair in July, or World Dairy Expo in October, so locking in your bus early saves money. Need a quick one-way transfer or less than the standard hourly minimum? Call the 365-day support team for custom packages and below-minimum deals!
| 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 Madison. 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. Don't need that much time? Just call us at (608) 571-0010 any day of the year—we can often set up less time, a one-way transfer, a split-time shuttle, or a custom package built around YOUR schedule!
At Charterbusmadison.com, we make Madison bus rentals affordable
Easy, Flexible Payment
Book your bus right online and use any payment method you like, since every payment option is accepted!
Flexible Hourly Minimums & Packages
Most hourly trips have a 2- to 5-hour minimum (often 2 hours Monday through Wednesday or earlier in the day, 3 hours or more after 5 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, and up to 5 hours on the busiest dates), or you can book a one-way transfer, round-trip shuttle, or multi-day package so you only pay for what you need!
Great Savings, Even on Peak Madison Dates
Buses book up fast for spring proms, Badgers football home games, and New Year's Eve. But because one of the largest networks of independent bus companies serving Madison competes for your business, you're never stuck with one fleet's high peak rates!
Exclusive Phone Deals & Discounts
Want our very best deals? Call us at (608) 571-0010 any day of the year. We love offering you better rates, amazing discounts, and custom packages when you reach out directly!
Upfront Quotes (Know What's Included!)
Compare bus prices in under 30 seconds with no account needed, and know upfront that outside trip costs like tolls, venue bus parking passes, and overnight driver hotel rooms are billed separately, so there are no surprises.
Instant Quotes by Text & Email to Split the Cost
Every time you get a quote, we send a copy straight to your text and email, so it's super easy to work out the per-person cost (about $29–$53 per person for a full day on a full 56-passenger charter bus!) and share it with your group chat!
Services We Offer
Madison Charter Bus Services Available Through Charterbusmadison.com
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Madison Concert Transportation
Compare options for Madison concert transportation and skip the nightmare of downtown garage lines and post-show rideshare surges! Heading to an outdoor show at Breese Stevens Field? Your party bus or minibus can drop your group along East Washington Avenue or N Paterson Street so you walk right to the gates together. Catching a headliner at The Sylvee or the Orpheum Theater on State Street? Your driver handles the tight East Washington corridor and waits nearby until the encore finishes!
Madison Corporate Shuttle Services
Book a motorcoach with WiFi and power outlets to drop attendees at the Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center using the upper-level Wilson Street turnaround, or run a multi-bus fleet to the Alliant Energy Center off Rimrock Road.
Madison Employee Transportation Services
Waiting in morning rush-hour backups on the West Beltline Highway (US-12/18) or John Nolen Drive drains productivity, which is why companies love booking Madison employee shuttle services! Set up daily, monthly, or annual commuter routes connecting Park and Ride lots in Sun Prairie, Fitchburg, or Middleton to healthcare campuses in University Research Park or tech hubs in Verona.
Government & Military Transportation Services in Madison
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Madison Long-Distance Charter Bus Rentals
When your itinerary takes you beyond Dane County, book a long-distance charter bus from Madison loaded with reclining seats, footrests, flat-screen TVs, and an onboard restroom! Take I-94 East to Milwaukee, cruise down I-90 to Chicago, or head up to Wisconsin Dells and Green Bay without anyone having to put miles on their personal car. You can book one-way or multi-day packages with a driver who handles every highway mile!
Event Transportation Services in Madison
Check live pricing in 30 seconds for private event bus rentals in Madison tailored to family reunions, birthday bar crawls around Capitol Square, or brewery tours to New Glarus Brewing Company! Your bus drops everyone off together at the Dane County Farmers' Market or Olbrich Botanical Gardens, where oversized vehicle spaces make group visits a breeze.
Madison Prom & Homecoming Transportation Services
High school groups across Madison Metropolitan School District, Middleton, and Waunakee love our 15- to 50-passenger party buses featuring color-changing LED lights, Bluetooth sound systems, and wraparound seating for picture stops at the Memorial Union Terrace or Tenney Park. Every trip includes a driver and a post-booking confirmation call to verify every pickup and drop-off time!
Religious Group Transportation Services in Madison
Hit the road for youth retreats, choir tours, or weekly worship shuttles with Madison religious group bus rentals! Whether your congregation at Blackhawk Church or Bethel Lutheran Church is organizing a volunteer day downtown or a weekend retreat to Green Lake Conference Center, our network has minibuses and 56-passenger coaches to fit your fellowship budget. Need an ADA-accessible bus with a wheelchair lift so every member can ride together? Just mention it when you request your 30-second quote!
Madison School Field Trip Bus Rentals
You can upgrade from bumpy yellow school buses by booking climate-controlled Madison school field trip charter buses with seat belts, TV screens, and PA systems! Bring your class to the Henry Vilas Zoo, where buses unload at the Randall Avenue entrance and park in the designated bus stalls near the Vilas Park Drive lot. Planning a civic history tour at the Wisconsin State Capitol and the Wisconsin Veterans Museum? Your driver drops students off at the N Hamilton Street and E Mifflin Street bus zone on Capitol Square and waits offsite until your full-day package wraps up!
Madison Sports Team Bus Rentals
Choose Madison sports team charter buses for athletes and fan groups alike! Heading to Camp Randall Stadium to cheer on the Wisconsin Badgers? Avoid game-day road closures along Breese Terrace and Regent Street by having your driver drop your group near Monroe Street and stage in designated oversized lots like Lot 60. For basketball or hockey at the Kohl Center, buses load along N Frances Street or W Dayton Street so you skip freezing walks from distant garages!
Madison Charter Bus Rentals For Weddings
Whatever your wedding timeline looks like, Madison wedding shuttle bus rentals keep your guests moving smoothly between hotels, ceremonies, and receptions! For a black-tie celebration at The Edgewater, your shuttle can pull right into the Langdon Street motor court away from downtown traffic, or drop guests at the Overture Center for the Arts along N Henry Street. Because Charter
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Bus Rentals for Major Madison Events & Festivals
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We serve every Madison event, big or small. Just call us at (608) 571-0010.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Madison Charter Bus Rentals
Not sure what to expect, how to pay, or if you've never rented a charter bus before? Let us help! Just call us at (608) 571-0010, every single day of the year.
Contact usHow does booking a bus on Charterbusmadison.com work?
First, fill out one quick form with your Madison pickup location, travel date, and passenger count to see live pricing and interior pictures in under 30 seconds—no account needed! Once you compare options from independent bus companies and pick the vehicle you love, you book right online through the national booking platform. Afterward, a confirmation department calls you directly to verify every pickup, drop-off, and stop on your itinerary!
Does Charterbusmadison.com own the buses in Madison?
No, and that's the whole point! Because Charter
What types of buses can I rent in Madison, Wisconsin?
Through our network, you can compare and book 15- to 50-passenger party buses, 15- to 35-passenger minibuses (15, 18, 20, 25, 28, 30, and 35), full-size 56-passenger charter buses, and 11- to 14-passenger sprinter vans with a driver! You'll see photos and amenities for every available vehicle right on your screen.
Can I book a same-day or last-minute charter bus in Madison?
Yes! Because you're tapping into one of the largest networks of independent bus companies in Wisconsin rather than a single fleet, we can help you find and book same-day bus rentals even when plans come together at the last minute.
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