Charter Bus Rentals Des Plaines, Illinois

A charter bus in Des Plaines typically costs between $197–$519 per hour or $1,600–$3,800 per day, depending on vehicle size, trip duration, mileage, and season. Minibuses are less expensive, while larger 56-passenger coaches fall at the higher end of the range. Call our team anytime at 224-537-1610 to get an instant quote on your next charter bus rental in Des Plaines!

To help you budget for your next trip, here are a few real-world examples of recent Des Plaines charter bus quotes:

Example #1: A corporate client needed a 56-passenger charter bus from Des Plaines to downtown Chicago for a two-day conference. Their total price came to $4,200, including all base rental fees. They tipped their driver 15% ($630), bringing the final cost to $4,830.

Example #2: A local high school booked a 25-passenger minibus for a single-day athletic event in Naperville. Their quote was $1,850. The coach added a 10% tip ($185), so the final bill was $2,035.

Example #3: A wedding party reserved a 20-passenger minibus for a six-hour shuttle between venues in Des Plaines and Rosemont. They paid $2,100 plus a 15% gratuity ($315), totaling $2,415.

Example #4: A youth group scheduled a weekend retreat with a 47-seat charter bus to Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. The two-day package cost $3,900. With a 10% driver tip ($390), their grand total was $4,290.

Several local factors can affect your final price, including: Trip distance and duration (mileage/hours) Number of days you need the vehicle Bus size and seating capacity (minibus vs. full-size coach) Time of year (peak demand in spring/summer) Special events causing high demand (e.g., Allstate Arena concerts, Chicago Wolves games, Taste of Des Plaines festival) Last-minute bookings vs. advance reservations Additional expenses like tolls, parking fees, and driver lodging

Yes! We can provide ADA-accessible and wheelchair-friendly buses upon request. Please let us know your accessibility needs when booking, and we’ll make sure you get a vehicle with features like wheelchair lifts, securement areas, and additional handrails at no extra cost.

We’ve helped every type of group you can think of! Schools and colleges book us for field trips and campus shuttles; businesses use us for corporate events and airport transfers; wedding parties rely on our guest transportation between venues; sports teams and fan groups travel together to games; church congregations organize retreats and volunteer outings; and friends/family groups plan everything from brewery tours to bachelor/bachelorette parties. If you have a group, we have a bus!

Des Plaines Coach Bus Service offers vehicles of every size to fit your exact headcount. Our fleet includes minibuses (18–25 seats), shuttle buses (up to 56 seats), and multiple configurations in between. Popular models include the Ford E450/E550, Grech EG40, Freightliner M2, and full-size motorcoaches from Van Hool, Prevost, and MCI. No matter how many people you need to move, we have a vehicle that will fit your group comfortably.

Our buses come loaded with amenities to make your trip comfortable and enjoyable. Standard features include cushioned reclining seats, air conditioning, overhead parcel racks, and Bluetooth sound systems. Larger coaches add forward-facing high-back seats, rear luggage storage, USB charging ports, video monitors, Wi-Fi connectivity, and even onboard restrooms. You won’t find these amenities on a yellow school bus!

You should book your charter bus at least four to six months in advance to secure the best availability and pricing. Demand is especially high during peak travel seasons—like spring break, summer vacations, and major events at Allstate Arena or Rivers Casino—so the earlier you reserve, the better selection of vehicles you’ll have. Last-minute bookings may face limited options and higher rates due to increased demand.

Getting a quote is fast and easy! Just call our 24/7 reservation line at 224-537-1610 or use the online form on our website. Tell us your pickup location, destination, travel dates, passenger count, and any special requests. We’ll give you an instant price estimate in about 30 seconds. Once you have your quote, you can compare options, ask questions, and lock in your reservation with a deposit.

Your quote includes the base rental fee for the bus and driver, plus fuel. Additional expenses like tolls, parking fees, and driver lodging are not included and will be billed separately. For example, parking passes at local stadiums such as Guaranteed Rate Field and Soldier Field can cost between $50 and $120 depending on the event. Be sure to factor in these extra costs when budgeting for your trip.

Once you’re ready to reserve your bus, you can easily book it through our online quote tool or by calling our reservations team directly. We’ll walk you through the contract, collect your payment information, and send you a confirmation with all the details of your trip. It’s simple, fast, and completely transparent from start to finish.

Des Plaines Coach Bus Service provides service to and from anywhere in the Chicago metropolitan area and beyond. We handle trips across Illinois—including Chicago, Springfield, Peoria, Rockford, Champaign-Urbana, and Bloomington—as well as out-of-state destinations like Milwaukee, Indianapolis, St. Louis, and more. Whether you’re traveling locally or heading out of town, we’ll get you there!