Columbia Charter Bus & Minibus Rentals
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Booking a charter bus rental in Columbia, South Carolina has never been easier! Thanks to CharterUP, you can rent a charter bus for any group, from field trips to the Riverbanks Zoo to corporate shuttles downtown for all your business travel. Our vast network makes it simple to find the perfect Columbia charter bus or minibus for the occasion. Get a quote in record time when you book through CharterUP!
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Columbia’s First and Only Charter Bus Marketplace
As the first online charter bus marketplace of its kind, CharterUP is changing the way groups travel for the better. Our platform allows you to instantly compare charter bus pricing, on-time records, reviews, and more for thousands of vehicles. No more spending hours researching and calling different companies! Leave your group’s transportation in the capable hands of a professional charter bus driver, whether you’re staying in town for a business event or heading out of town in a Birmingham charter bus to tour the University of Alabama.
Make Group Travel a Breeze with a Columbia Charter Bus Rental
At CharterUP, our core values are accessibility, accountability, and transparency. We’ve partnered with charter bus companies across the United States to provide a network of charter bus rentals for all events and occasions. When you rent a charter bus in Columbia from our network, you’re booking reliable group transportation that runs according to a schedule you set. Don’t wait around on rideshares or rely on the COMET, which comes with fixed routes and schedules you can’t control. Instead, book a Columbia charter bus, which comes with set pricing, a professional charter bus driver, and extra amenities like WiFi and power outlets.
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Bus Rentals in Columbia for Private Groups
As the capital of South Carolina, Columbia is a thriving city with plenty to offer groups. Outdoorsy travelers can stroll through Columbia Canal and Riverfront Park or Sesquicentennial State Park for scenic views and hiking trails, sports fans can catch a Gamecocks game at the University of South Carolina, or visit the Saturday Soda City Market for food trucks and crafts by local artisans. We can help you and your group navigate the city with a Columbia bus rental for any occasion or group size.
Watch the Carolina Gamecocks with a Group
In town and looking to check out the local sports scene? We can help by getting you a charter bus rental to Williams-Brice Stadium at the University of South Carolina. The Carolina Gamecocks have an avid fan base among locals and visitors. The stadium and surrounding area fills quickly, making traffic heavier and parking harder to find. With a charter bus rental, you don’t have to drink and drive, and will have a designated driver to handle the crowds and parking for you. Whether you are heading to the stadium to cheer on your team or exploring things to do nearby like the South Carolina Military Museum, you can book a Columbia charter bus through our platform to make traveling with a group around the stadium simple.
Simplify Transportation for Your Wedding Day
Book a wedding shuttle bus rental in Columbia and say “I do!” to easier logistics for your special day. A charter bus rental can provide seamless transportation for any number of guests at venues like 701 Whaley and The Millstone at Adams Pond. Use our network to book a minibus rental with a private bus driver for your bachelorette party, or a full-size charter bus rental to provide transportation from the wedding ceremony to the reception venue. Having a destination wedding? We also service areas outside of town if you need a Greenville charter bus or transportation elsewhere in the state.
Easily explore nearby destinations with CharterUP
Just a short drive away from Columbia are countless other cities with so much to explore, and CharterUP is ready to help your group get to all of them. Whether you need a religious group shuttle for a retreat in the mountains or a Durham charter bus for your company that has a convention in the Research Triangle, our platform has the right charter bus for you. Rent a Charlotte charter bus only a little under two hours away to experience the Carowinds Amusement Park or the NASCAR Hall of Fame for a family trip. Book an Augusta charter bus to visit home with your family or friends. Or, if you want to venture further, book an Atlanta charter bus only three hours away to see the Georgia Aquarium, World of Coke, and more.
Popular Day Trips from Columbia:
- Charlotte, NC: 93 miles (2 hours)
- Greenville, SC: 104 miles (2 hours)
- Atlanta, GA: 215 miles (3-4 hours)
- Raleigh, NC: 228 miles (4 hours)
- Birmingham, AL: 362 miles (5-6 hours)
- Norfolk, VA: 386 miles (6 hours)
(Miles and times are approximate)
Keep Students Safe with a Charter Bus Rental
At CharterUP, we service student groups of all ages from Pre-K to college-aged with safe and dependable school field trip and university charter bus rentals. Use our platform to arrange for shuttles at any university in South Carolina, from campus shuttles at the University of South Carolina for game day parking to campus tours and outreach at Allen University. We only work with charter bus companies that share our commitment to safety and inclusion. Each bus is driven by a vetted and certified charter bus driver, and the buses in our network are maintained and inspected regularly to ensure they are in proper working order.
Professional Corporate Charter Bus Rentals
Employee Shuttle Bus Rentals for Easy Commutes
Provide a unique benefit for your employees and stand out in a competitive job market by offering an employee shuttle service for your team’s commute. A charter bus can easily shuttle your team to the office from a designated pickup spot, saving them time and energy on their morning commute and allowing them to get a jump start on their day. You can also set up a shuttle service between office locations or to offsite parking if your office has limited parking spaces. We have worked with businesses across all industries and can help you book transportation for everything from healthcare shuttle buses to construction site shuttle buses.
Timely Transportation for Conferences and Tradeshows
With a shuttle bus rental for large events like trade shows and conferences, you can ensure logistics run smoothly and give yourself space to focus on other important details. Pick up any VIP guests or panelists at Columbia Metropolitan Airport with an airport shuttle bus rental to make a great impression. Charter buses come with amenities like cushioned seats, TVs, and WiFi to ensure passengers are comfortable. Or book an overnight charter bus in Raleigh for your team for an upcoming retreat. We even have ADA-accessible charter buses in our network to ensure that all guests feel included. You can do it all with the help of CharterUP!
Secure Your Columbia Charter Bus Rental Today
Feel empowered in your search for group transportation when you book a charter bus with CharterUP! Use our platform to book a charter bus rental in Columbia or anywhere else in the country! Get a quote in record time when you use our intuitive charter bus platform today.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know that my group will be safe when we travel with CharterUP?
CharterUP only partners with bus operators who share our vision for delivering the highest level of service and safety to all passengers. All bus operators go through a rigorous vetting process, which includes reviewing safety records, on-time performance, and customer reviews. Additionally, CharterUP requires bus operators to maintain high standards surrounding timeliness, cleanliness, and overall customer satisfaction.
What types of groups typically use CharterUP's services?
CharterUP’s services are designed to meet the needs of schools, corporations, sports teams, church groups, wedding parties, and more. Groups and companies that travel frequently can partner with CharterUP to take advantage of additional benefits reserved for recurring customers.
Can I view pictures and reviews of the buses and operators before making a reservation?
CharterUP’s online marketplace displays safety ratings, recent reviews, and detailed vehicle descriptions so you can see exactly what to expect when you make your reservation. Our platform also allows you to communicate directly with bus operators, giving you the opportunity to ask any questions you may have and ensure that you’re booking the right bus for your group.
How can I make a reservation for a charter bus on CharterUP's marketplace?
Simply input your travel details and our platform will generate real-time pricing and availability from our network of hundreds of bus operators across the U.S.
From there, you can compare vehicles, prices, operator reviews, on-time performance, safety records, and amenities all in one place. Once you’ve selected the bus that best fits your needs, you can book your reservation and receive confirmation right away.
What kinds of vehicles and amenities can I find on CharterUP?
CharterUP’s network of more than 5,000 vehicles includes minibuses, coach buses, and luxurious motor coaches. Amenities can include reclining seats, air conditioning, on-board restrooms, Wi-Fi, power outlets, and entertainment options such as TV screens or DVD players.
What if I need to change my itinerary or cancel my trip?
At CharterUP, we understand that sometimes plans change, and we’re here to help make any adjustments as smooth as possible. While it’s always best to finalize your itinerary in advance, we know that there are many moving pieces involved in travel, and we’re happy to work with you to make any necessary changes or cancellations. Changes can only be made up to 3 days before your trip.
CharterUP also offers a flexible refund policy:
- 100% refund: Cancellations 30 days or more from pickup
- 90% refund: Cancellations between 29 days and 72 hours from pickup
- No refund: Cancellations fewer than 72 hours from pickup
*All refund percentages are based on the total amount of the booked trip.
For more information about our policies, refer to our complete Terms & Conditions.
How do I pay for my charter bus rental? Is the full cost due at booking?
Once you’ve found the perfect bus for your trip and accepted a quote, you will be directed to a payment page to confirm your reservation. At that time, a deposit of 10% will be due to secure your booking. The confirmation screen will also show the date by which the remainder of the payment is due. We require a valid credit card to be on file to secure a reservation.
Ratings & Reviews
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Why trusts CharterUP
Our group was very pleased with the customer service. Our trip to Miami was a success, and we have recommended this company to our colleagues.
I received three quotes for mini buses in Miami though charterup. Booking was very convenient and their staff setup the entire trip based on my itiner...
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Trip in New York is good and so is the driver and services
Used charter up to rent a bus from Houston to Dallas for our crew. Great experience and very fair pricing. I would highly recommend using them.
We were stuck in Dallas airport and they arrived within 2hrs to pick up our group!! The bus was clean and in good condition. Everything was perfect.
Our mission team from Alabama got stuck in the Dallas airport after a storm canceled all flight options for us! He had a charter bus at the airport wi...
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Amazing trip to New York highly recommend if you’re looking for a private trips!
Great transportation in the New York area. The driver was very friendly. We coudnt believe the quality of the service. Everyone very helpful and would...
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Our flight was diverted from Houston to Corpus Christi. The airline was most unhelpful, so we chartered our own bus and Patricia drove us to IAH. She ...
Read moreCharterup kept us in great hands for our trip. Michael ( or Mike as we called him) was a total pro and obviously a local to NYC as he navigated our ma...
Read moreHad a large event to plan and the transportation aspect of it was overwhelming at first. I had to transport hundreds of people from place to place acr...
Read moreEarly and courtious! Absolutely the best! The players were amazed!
Perfect pickup! Crystal who booked us accommodated our every need! Damon was amazing!!! Very knowledgeable about NJ and Philly! I definitely would use...
Read moreId be happy to use CharterUP's services again in Philadelphia. Scott was friendly, communicated extremely well, made sure the clients were comfortable...
Read moreFrom start to finish a good experience for our Kansas City reunion. Friendly driver, on time for each trip. Clean bus. Will call again next year for o...
Read moreBest charter bus company in Atlanta!
Outstanding service for a rehearsal dinner in Boston. Driver was excellent and we truly appreciated not having 40 people drive to the dinner in downto...
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A group of us went to a concert. Howard the driver was a great driver (in Boston traffic). Everyone was impressed and said this was the right move! Fr...
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Perfectly on time and our driver was so kind! So easy to use, we will always recommend them! Very friendly, and was very safe! Very clean, great AC on...
Read moreScott was on time, very professional and helpful. Making arrangements went very smoothly and everything went off without a hitch. He was polite, helpf...
Read moreBus was nice and clean. The experience in booking was flawless and easy! Will use them again
It was a BUSY traffic day into LA, and Yanira managed it like a pro. She was lovely and professional and I knew we were all very safe with her at the ...
Read moreWhen we arrived to LA the driver of the bus texted me beforehand to let me know where he would be to pick up our group of 40 people from. It was overa...
Read moreExecuted perfect timing and knew Boston city streets and traffic patterns very well. Highly recommend. Excellent customer service throughout the full ...
Read moreDriver was thorough and communicated well to make it easy! His driving was excellent especially in New York and Boston traffic!
The process of requesting and booking through CharterUp is so very easy (and much appreciated), but the best part of this experience was the driver, J...
Read moreOur driver was funny, helpful, courteous and knew his way around Philly...got us in and out of Phila quickly...knew our group was in good hands!! Woul...
Read moreDriver pleasant and knowledgeable about Atlanta. Will use charter up again!
Our group travel attended a concert in downtown Atlanta and we booked a charter bus through CharterUP. Our bus was on time and accommodated all 30 pas...
Read moreOur bus was in a very good condition. Our trip from nyc to Philadelphia was very pleasant. The driver was friendly and very knowledgeable
Had a team outing in California. Took a luxury 24 leather seat mini bus to wine country. Bus was impeccable. We were able to track the bus and knew ex...
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Very successful trip in atlanta and our group was happy because the bus was clean.
Me and my family used charterup and I must say the best in Atlanta will definitely use again!!!
Trip to Atlanta was really well Planned by agents. Elizabeth guided us through a good trip and the amenities included were too!
The company was great! The driver was amazing. He went above and beyond! Will definitely use for future charter buses.
Agents did an extraordinary job at accommodating our trip in atlanta. Bus clean and punctual
Bus was on time and ready to go The bus driver was phenomenal. Outstanding driver with great customer service Bus was very clean, and it was nice to h...
Read moreOur driver was AMAZING. He was on time, courteous, friendly, and navigated difficult Boston traffic at rush hour. The hockey game we attended went int...
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Read moreThis is out third time using them. First in Dallas and now in Tampa. Both experiences were fantastic. We were matched with a really good vendor they u...
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CharterUP made our weekend in Dallas fantastic. We had Tonya for each of our trips this weekend and she was incredible! She was so kind, easy to work ...
Read moreThey found a great partner for us, and this was a multi-national conference held here in Seattle. The communication was great and timely.
Used CharterUP for a couple company outings in Atlanta and San Francisco. The experience has never disappointed me. Reserving the bus was a seamless e...
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