School Bus Rental
Moving a class of students from Lincoln High School on SW Salmon Street to the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry without splitting the group across a dozen parent cars? That's exactly the kind of trip a school bus rental in Portland was made for. Portlandcharterbusrentals.com lets you fill out one quick form and instantly compare school buses and rates from a large network of independently owned transportation companies serving Portland, Oregon — no account required, and no callbacks to wait on. Whether your group is 12 students or 48, you'll see vehicles and pricing in under 30 seconds.
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More About School Buses
School Buses Available through the network come in two distinct size categories, so your headcount actually drives the vehicle — not the other way around. Type A mini and Type B small school buses seat approximately 10–24 adults, making them a sharp fit for a small orchestra ensemble heading to Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall on SW Broadway or a compact science cohort bound for Powell Butte Nature Park. Need to move a full grade level?
Type C large conventional school buses seat approximately 44–48 adults — plenty of room for a big field trip to the Oregon Zoo up in the West Hills, with every student accounted for in one vehicle instead of scattered across three. Because Portlandcharterbusrentals.com pulls from a large network of transportation providers serving Portland, you're comparing both size categories side by side in one place!
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Vehicles shown above are NOT the exact makes and models available for every trip. We are NOT a transportation company and do not own or operate vehicles. Photos are examples only and may show stock or typical vehicles, not the exact vehicle offered for your reservation. Fill out the online quote form or call 971-703-2520 to view current vehicle options, photos, availability, and pricing. Confirm the exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
Popular Amenities on School Bus Rentals
School buses in the network come with the features that actually matter on a Portland field trip. Every model includes forward-facing padded bench seating, climate control — critical when the Willamette Valley delivers 40-degree drizzle in October and a surprise 80-degree afternoon in May — and overhead handrails for safe boarding and exit. Emergency exits are standard, and many builds include PA systems so teachers and chaperones can address the whole group without shouting over the engine.
ADA-accessible school buses with wheelchair lifts are available through the network on request — just mention it when you fill out your quote. Whatever your group needs for a smooth ride across the Burnside Bridge or up into the Tualatin Valley, there's a bus in the network ready for it!
High-back vinyl bench seating
Large opening windows
Overhead interior lighting
PA/microphone system with AM/FM radio
Air conditioning on select vehicles
Under-seat storage for bags and equipment
Amenities listed above are common features that MAY be available on buses. Because we are a referral website and do NOT own or operate buses, exact features vary by vehicle, provider, and availability. After you submit your quote request, you can browse vehicle options, pricing, and available details on the results page. To confirm the exact amenities included with a specific vehicle offered for your trip, call 971-703-2520 before booking.
How much is a School Bus rental?
Portland school bus rental prices run $205–$365 per hour on weekdays, $240–$380 per hour on weekends, and $1,670–$2,335 per day. Where your trip lands inside those ranges depends on the bus size, the date, and your specific itinerary — a Tuesday morning run from Grant High School on NE 36th Avenue to Pittock Mansion prices differently than a Saturday charter across the St. Johns Bridge to a tournament in Vancouver, Washington. A few Portland dates tighten availability fast: Rose Festival in early June, Timbers home matches at Providence Park, and graduation weekends at Portland State and University of Portland all pull demand across the metro at once.
Book early and you'll have more vehicles to choose from — and better rates. Use the 30-second online quote tool or call 971-703-2520 any time for pricing on your date!
| Type of Vehicle | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day | Cost Per Mile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School Bus | $205 – $365+ | $240 – $380+ | $1,670 – $2,335+ | $5.00 – $7.60+ |
| ABOVE PRICES ARE JUST EXAMPLES. Your final price and vehicle options depend entirely on your specific trip details. To get an instant price quote for your trip, request an online quote or call 971-703-2520. | ||||