Santa Barbara Charter Bus & Minibus Rentals
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Book a bus rental in Santa Barbara for any group outing with the help of CharterUP! Our self-serve platform has hundreds of options for minibuses and charter buses, along with transparent charter bus pricing and your choice of amenities and scheduling. Book a charter bus with a private driver for group outings at Stearns Wharf, corporate events, weddings, and more. Try CharterUP today for yourself and get a free, no-obligation quote in record time.
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Santa Barbara’s First and Only Charter Bus Marketplace
Renting a charter bus in Santa Barbara and the rest of California just got better. Why? Because of us! We’ve built a self-serve platform that gives you everything you need to rent a Santa Barabra charter bus in one place. Our platform gives you instant access to information about hundreds of charter buses in Santa Barbara, from charter bus pricing to customer reviews to amenities offered. Save time and energy on researching different options by using CharterUP’s platform instead.
Make Group Transportation in Santa Barbara a Breeze
At CharterUP, we’ve partnered with more than 600 reputable charter bus companies to bring you more than 4,000 charter bus rental options in cities across the country—including Santa Barabra and the rest of California. A charter bus offers you complete control over your transportation, with scheduling that works for you and amenities of your choice including ADA-accessible features if needed. Plus, a professional driver can handle all the driving for you so that you can relax and enjoy your trip!
Santa Barbara Charter Bus and Shuttle Services
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Santa Barbara Bus Rentals for Private Events
Book a private event charter bus in Santa Barbara to make group transportation a breeze. Whether it’s a minibus rental for corporate outings at Night Lizard Brewing Company or a charter bus for religious events like retreats at Arroyo Burro Beach County Park, you can book a charter bus in our network with scheduling and amenities that work for you. A designated d\carter bus driver can handle all the roads for you, and you can choose amenities like onboard restrooms and reclining seats to make the ride more comfortable for your crew.
Sports Team Bus Rentals for Practices, Games, and Tournaments
A sports team charter bus rental is an efficient and spacious way for your team to get to practice, tournaments, training camps, and more. Larger models accommodate up to 56 passengers each, making them great for basketball teams at colleges like UC Santa Barbara or high schools, and they come with undercarriage storage for equipment. And if you’re looking to cheer on your favorite team, you can rent a minibus for Gauchos games at Harder Stadium, or even a San Diego charter bus for a Padres game.
Stylish Wedding Shuttles for Weddings of All Sizes
Whether you’re staying in town or need a Long Beach charter bus for a destination wedding, you can use our intuitive platform to book a wedding charter bus rental in Santa Barbara that has everything you need for your special day. Book a minibus rental with a private charter bus driver for bachelorette parties downtown, or book a parking shuttle bus to popular venues like the Spanish Hills Club. A charter bus comes with everything you need, from a TV to play a slideshow of your engagement photos to a PA system to play a hype playlist of your choosing.
Easily explore nearby destinations with CharterUP
Head out of town for the day or a weekend with the help of a road trip charter bus from CharterUP! Book an Anaheim charter bus to see Disneyland, an Irvine charter bus to spend a day shopping and sightseeing at Irvine Spectrum Center, or even a Bakersfield charter bus to see a show at The Historic Bakersfield Fox Theater. We can help provide road trip charter buses to any city surrounding Santa Barbara with ease. Just build your dream itinerary and plug everything you need into our platform to find the perfect transportation.
Popular Day Trips from Santa Barbara:
- Los Angeles, CA: 95 miles (1 hour and 45 minutes)
- Long Beach, CA: 115 miles (2 hours)
- Anaheim, CA: 128 miles (2 hours and 15 minutes)
- Irvine, CA: 137 miles (2 hours and 30 minutes)
- Bakersfield, CA: 147 miles (2 hours and 30 minutes)
- San Diego, CA: 218 miles (4 hours)
(Miles and times are approximate)
Charter Bus Rentals in Santa Barbara for Student Groups
Planning a trip for your students and looking for safe transportation? We do all the vetting so that you don’t have to! Each company we work with shares our commitment to safety and excellence in travel—they ensure their charter bus drivers have a clean background check and motor vehicle history record, along with passing numerous other tests for hearing, vision, and physical ability. From campus shuttle bus rentals at UC Santa Barbara to field trip bus rentals for visits to the Santa Barbara Zoo, we have charter buses in our network for all your school travel-related needs!
Corporate Transportation Services in Santa Barbara
Stress-Free Commutes with a Santa Barbara Charter Bus
Take some of the stress out of your team’s weekly commute into the office with an employee shuttle bus rental! A professional charter bus driver can handle Route 154 while your team relaxes in reclining seats or uses onboard WiFi to get a jumpstart on emails for the day. Set up service for one time a week or several depending on your team’s in-office transportation needs. We have options in our network for companies in all industries, from healthcare shuttle bus rentals for staff at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital to construction shuttle buses for private and municipal construction work.
Timely Transportation for Corporate Travel
Need an airport shuttle bus rental at Santa Barbara Airport for out-of-town travel? A shuttle bus for large events like conventions at West Conference Center? Or maybe even a charter bus to Los Angeles for a team-building event? We can help you with that! CharterUP can help you book a Santa Barbara charter bus for corporate events of all sizes, from a minibus for dinners at The Lark to a fleet of buses for events with hundreds of attendees. Use our platform to find a charter bus (or several) that has the scheduling and amenities you need for your team’s travel needs both short- and long-term.
Rent a Charter Bus in Santa Barbara Today
CharterUP makes it easy to book a Santa Barbara charter bus rental for any occasion. Use our self-service platform today to rent a bus for your next group event. We put everything you need to make an informed decision in one place, from pricing to amenities to customer reviews and more. And if you have any questions about renting a California charter bus, our team is standing by to help!
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 ...
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Perfect pickup! Crystal who booked us accommodated our every need! Damon was amazing!!! Very knowledgeable about NJ and Philly! I definitely would use...
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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 moreI was warned that transportation in San Fran was challenging, at best. Charterup was a pleasure to deal with. Most comfortable bus I've taken. They an...
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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...
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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...
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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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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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