Go from Googling “San Antonio bus parking near me” to letting a professional take the wheel while you sit back and relax. When you book a charter bus in San Antonio through CharterUP, you’re in complete control of all the important things—your charter bus type, amenities offered, and the charter bus pricing you want—while we handle the hard stuff like insurance, driving, and parking. Read on to learn more about bus parking in San Antonio and how reserving a charter bus through us makes it easier than ever. 

Know Before You Go: San Antonio Charter Bus Regulations

If you book through CharterUP, you won’t need to worry about all the rules and regulations around parking a charter bus in San Antonio—our network of professional drivers know the streets like the back of their hand and will take care of it all. But it never hurts to be informed. 

For starters, the City of San Antonio has a bus and tour parking map for the Central Business District area, which is where most of the popular attractions like San Antonio River Walk and The Alamo are. It shows the allowed areas where charter buses are allowed to load and unload passengers. The city also has more than ten different kinds of parking signs around the city for clarity regarding loading and what kinds of tour buses are allowed to park there. 

Many of the other rules and regulations around charter bus rentals in San Antonio are similar to other major cities, such as:

  • Loading and unloading your charter bus in designated areas should not exceed 30 minutes.   
  • While you are in designated parking areas, your motorcoach cannot idle for more than 10 minutes. You may be allowed to idle engines longer under certain weather conditions such as rain. 
  • Motorcoaches have designated loading and unloading areas. You may not load or unload outside of these designated areas. 

For any lingering questions about tour bus parking in San Antonio, you can contact the Ground Transportation Office at (210) 207-7378. Our skilled team at CharterUP may also be able to help depending on the question—our team is available 24/7 when you call (726) 224-7702. 

Tips for Bus Parking in San Antonio

One of the best ways to ensure you have charter bus parking for your group is to stay at a hotel or Airbnb that has designated parking spaces for oversized vehicles. For example, the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Antonio Downtown is less than ten minutes away from several major attractions, including the airport, and offers oversized vehicle parking for $75 a night.

If you plan on using overnight street parking, you will need to pay a permit fee for a designated on-street parking spot near a meter. Each street spot can accommodate a vehicle up to 22 feet long, making one spot likely enough for options like a 15-passenger minibus, while a full-size charter bus may need two or three spots. You can learn more about this by contacting the Public Works Right of Way Management at (210) 207-7755 for more details. 

Bus Parking at San Antonio’s Top Attractions

Even though your driver will handle all the parking for you, it’s always a good idea to be in the loop. Below is where to find bus parking at San Antonio’s top attractions. 

San Antonio International Airport

You can book parking for your airport shuttle bus at San Antonio International Airport in advance using the airport’s website. This includes both short- and long-term parking options depending on your trip details, and offers uncovered lot options for oversized vehicles like charter buses. 

When you book your parking in advance, the website requires a license plate number for your vehicle, which your reservation specialist can provide for you. 

Be sure to book your parking at least a day early, as spots can fill up fast and the website does not allow you to book once you are closer than two hours away from your estimated arrival time. 

The Alamo

As one of San Antonio’s most popular attractions, The Alamo is well equipped to handle loading and unloading for field trip charter buses and other groups looking to tour this historic site. Your charter bus driver will drop you off on Houston Street at Avenue E and find parking nearby either at your hotel and Airbnb or one of the parking lots near the Alamo. 

You can find more information on these parking lots and reserve a spot with apps like ParkWhiz or SP+ Parking. Similar to parking at the airport, make sure you have your license plate number for your charter bus, as it’s required to book parking in advance 

The San Antonio River Walk 

Most people don’t want to miss the magic of the San Antonio River Walk, a 15 mile area filled with shops, restaurants, and the iconic colorful umbrellas along the river. If you plan on taking a charter bus to get here, it’s important to make sure you find your parking in advance, as it’s a small area that’s often crowded. 

City-owned parking garages like the St. Mary’s Garage or City Tower Garage are conveniently located near the River Walk, and the City Tower Garage has free parking for the San Antonio River Walk on Sundays from 7:00 AM to midnight. Be sure to make sure that your charter bus will clear the parking garage you want to park at so that you don’t run into issues when the time comes. Our team can also help you find options, too. Uncovered parking options near the San Antonio River Walk can be found using tools like Parkopedia. 

Six Flags Fiesta Texas

Six Flags Fiesta Texas is a great stop to add to your list when you book a private bus rental in San Antonio for family reunions or church group transportation, as it’s family-friendly and you can spend an entire day there easily. Your bus driver can drop you off at the designated dropoff spot by following the bus signs. 

The park has its own designated parking lot with three options: general, preferred, and valet. Prices vary depending on which you choose, and it’s recommended that you buy your parking in advance to save time. 

Get Moving in a San Antonio Charter Bus Rental from CharterUP

Now that you know all about where to find bus parking in San Antonio and all the rules around it, it’s time to go for a ride! At CharterUP, we help countless groups book San Antonio bus rentals for all occasions, whether it’s long-term campus shuttle services at UT San Antonio or wedding party charter buses for a memorable bachelorette weekend. 

Our easy to use platform makes it easy to find everything you need all in one place and lets you book a San Antonio bus rental in 60 seconds or less. Use our free quote builder today and see the difference for yourself!