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Book a Charter Bus To a Columbia Gamecocks Games

Skip organizing a multi-car caravan or waiting around for multiple ride shares. Keep your fan group or alumni association together on game day with a private charter bus rental to Williams-Brice Stadium. A charter bus or minibus rental can make sure your group of sports fans travels in a timely manner, while also offering plenty of room for your favorite gameday gear! Pack your charter bus’s luggage bay with tents, chairs, and coolers. After tailgating for a few hours before kickoff, relax with reclining seats, WiFi, and personal climate controls onboard your charter bus as your driver shuttles your group to and from a big game. Your group won’t need to worry about navigating game day traffic or finding parking at crowded lots. Everyone will be ready to cheer on their team with a private charter bus rental to Williams-Brice!


On-Time Wedding Shuttles in Columbia

A wedding charter bus rental from Charter Bus Columbia will ensure your guests have timely, and stress-free transportation to your special day. With a driver dedicated to your wedding schedule, guests can be picked up at hotels, their homes or even the airport before being dropped off right at your venue. If you’re getting married at a venue in the heart of Columbia like the historic Seibels House, a wedding shuttle can alleviate any stress about parking at a crowded venue, especially if your guest list includes more than a few dozen people. Or, if your dream wedding involves a destination ceremony at picturesque Southern venues like the Lace House or gardens at the Hampton-Preston Mansion, Charter Bus Columbia can make sure everyone has a comfortable ride. We’ll organize wedding shuttles for your guests, rehearsal dinner, and even your bachelor or bachelorette party in Columbia.
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If you’re organizing a conference, trade show or convention at a location like the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, a shuttle service can ensure that all your attendees and staff have easy access to the venue. Reduce the stress of planning a large-scale event by providing guests with shuttle service between convention centers, hotels, off-site parking areas, airports, and more! Your shuttle can even include modern amenities such as televisions with DVD players and a PA system. With a bus driver at the wheel, your business group or corporate event attendees can leave all of the transportation up to the focus on work instead!


Dependable Field Trip Charter Bus Rentals in Columbia

When it comes to educational trips with kids and students, you don’t want to have to worry about the bus breaking down or whether your driver can be trusted. Charter Bus Columbia only works with transportation providers across the state who have reliable buses for rent. Your class won’t be crammed into an uncomfortable school bus or split among several cars and vans with a private bus rental. A full-size charter bus can accommodate up to 56 passengers plus a driver and can be equipped with modern amenities like air conditioning, WiFi, and TV screens. Let your students enjoy their favorite movies as they ride to the South Carolina State Museum or Riverbanks Zoo and Garden.
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From birthday bashes in Five Points to vacations with the family at Sesquicentennial State Park to exploring the Congaree National Park, make your private group trip around Columbia a one-of-a-kind, stress-free experience. Rather than driving your own car, your friends and family can relax with climate control, reclining seats and WiFi while a driver navigates South Carolina’s roads. If you are going somewhere out of town, like a concert in Charlotte, North Carolina or Charleston, we have bus rentals for your private excursions as well! Just build your dream road trip itinerary, give our team a call at 839-274-0055, and we’ll find you a private bus rental with a driver dedicated to your group trip!


Quick Airport Transfers in Columbia

Flying into or out of Columbia with a group of wedding guests, a sports team, a business convention, or another big event can be a headache for event planners and individuals alike. Booking flights, coordinating rideshares to multiple terminals, picking up rental cars, and getting everyone to the same location at the same time can cause a lot of stress. Charter Bus Columbia can help you simplify the airport transfer process by organizing a private charter bus service that will streamline everything from start to finish. We’ll find an airport charter bus or minibus shuttle to pick your group up at Columbia Metropolitan Airport and transport your guests or colleagues to local hotels, venues, or any other destination on your trip itinerary.
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Call Now: 839-274-0055Columbia Charter Bus Rental Prices
Bus Type | Per Hour | Per Day | Per Mile |
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50 to 56 Passenger Charter Bus | $180 – $500+ | $1,800 – $3,800 | $6.00 – $9.95 |
40 to 50 Passenger Charter Bus | $170 – $480+ | $1,700 – $3,565 | $6.00 – $9.95 |
25 to 35 Passenger Minibus | $150 – $450+ | $1,610 – $3,465 | $4.00 – $9.95 |
20 to 24 Passenger Minibus | $150 – $440+ | $1,610 – $3,365 | $4.00 – $8.95 |
15 to 18 Passenger Minibus | $150 – $430+ | $1,520 – $3,255 | $4.00 – $7.95 |
Entertainer Coach | $315 – $550+ | $3,000 – $5,000+ | $6.00 – $9.95 |
Yellow School Bus | $145 – $450+ | $1,520 – $3,655 | $6.00 – $9.95 |
Shuttle Bus | $155 – $450+ | $1,520 – $3,655 | $6.00 – $9.95 |
Columbia Party Bus Rental Prices
Type of Party Bus | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day |
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Small Party Bus (10 to 20 Passengers) | $180 - $450+ | $200 - $470+ | $1,000 - $2,900+ |
Medium Party Bus (20 to 40 Passengers) | $200 - $500+ | $220 - $500+ | $1,200 - $3,500+ |
Large Party Bus Rental (40 to 50 Passengers) | $250 - $500+ | $240 - $520+ | $1,500 - $3,900+ |
Mercedes Sprinter Party Bus | $160 - $400+ | $180 - $450+ | $1,000 - $3,900+ |
* Prices may vary greatly in your city and state. Due to the impact of COVID-19 and inflation, all rental prices shown are past estimates. Actual pricing may be significantly higher depending on availability and location. To get real-time pricing, call us 1-839-274-0055 or use our online quote tool.
Top Destinations in Columbia To Visit By Charter Bus
Columbia, South Carolina’s capital, has many historic and group-friendly destinations like museums, parks, university campuses, and more. The following destinations are among the city’s most visited spots. When you organize a trip to any of these locations with your group, consider renting a private charter bus to avoid the hassles of parking and driving.

Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
- 500 Wildlife Pkwy, Columbia, SC 29210
- (803) 779-8717
Explore the wide range of flora and fauna at the Riverbanks Zoo and Garden. Spend your day exploring this family-friendly zoo with a private tour. Meet and greet gorillas, watch the seal and sea lion presentation, and hop aboard the Spots and Stripes Railroad for a scenic tour of the zoo. The zoo has something for kids and adults alike! Check out the Botanical Gardens and the park’s gardens, or grab something to eat at the Riverbanks’ Waterfall Junction Restaurant.

South Carolina State Museum
- 301 Gervais St, Columbia, SC 29201
- (803) 898-4921
The South Carolina State Museum is a great place for an educational field trip. Learn about South Carolina’s history, science, art, and culture all under one roof at this museum. You’ll find four floors of exhibits to explore, including a 55-foot planetarium and a 4D interactive theater. The South Carolina State Museum is also a perfect trip idea for those rainy days when you and your students, family, or other group of visitors are stuck with nothing else to do.

EdVenture Children’s Museum
- 211 Gervais St, Columbia, SC 29201
- (803) 779-3100
The EdVenture Children’s Museum is the second-largest children’s museum in the United States. It features many interactive exhibits that teach kids about topics like health, community service, and the natural world. You and the kids in your group can climb on Eddie, the world’s largest child, and explore his anatomy. The museum also features a large outdoor playscape area and offers kid-friendly programs like a Fire Festival and the Trick-or-Treat Trail on Halloween. When planning your family trip to Columbia, this museum is a can’t-miss destination.

Congaree National Park
- 100 National Park Rd, Hopkins, SC 29061
- (803) 776-4396
Just a few miles outside of Columbia is an outdoor destination for those interested in experiencing one of the last expanses of old-growth hardwood forest in the United States. Visit the Congaree National Park and its 26,000 acres of swamps, forest, and lakes to get some fresh air. You can have a group picnic, enjoy hiking trails, go kayaking, fish, or even explore the park at night by going on the Firefly Hike. Just check the park’s event calendar before you go!

Soda City Market
- 1300-1600 Main St, Columbia, SC 29201
- (803) 402-7631
Every Saturday morning, thousands of Columbia locals and visitors stroll down Main Street and browse stalls filled with artisan goods, locally-grown produce, fresh baked pastries, and craft beer and wine from across the state. This dog-friendly market is one of the most popular events in Columbia and is a perfect place to spend your morning or afternoon as you get fresh air while exploring what South Carolina has to offer. Grab a bite to eat from some of the city’s best food trucks before relaxing at a nearby cafe.

South Carolina State House
- 1100 Gervais St, Columbia, SC 29201
- (803) 734-2430
If you’re a history enthusiast, you’ll want to schedule some time to visit the South Carolina State House. Built in the mid-19th century, this building houses the offices of the South Carolina state as well as the State House Museum. You can get to it on the number 501 bus or arrange a private charter bus to avoid the crowds.

University of South Carolina
- 1074 Greene St, Columbia, SC 29208
- (803) 777-7000
Founded in 1801, the state’s flagship university is a campus and community you’ll want to see on your college tour of South Carolina schools. Charter buses and mini buses can help simplify large and small-scale tours. Your students can easily visit multiple universities across South Carolina or spend a full day touring USC’s campus.
Rent a Bus To Visit Columbia Neighborhoods
Looking to take a private tour around Columbia, SC? Whether you’re in town for a wedding or a corporate team-building retreat, Columbia has several neighborhoods for you and your group to explore.

Five Points
If your private group trip includes some college-aged members, you’ll probably want to stop in the Five Points neighborhood, where you’ll find plenty of nightlife options. This neighborhood lies just 5 blocks from the University of South Carolina, and is a popular place to go for college students who want to enjoy drinks, dancing, and the nightlife.

Shandon
Located on the banks of the Congaree River and the scenic Lake Murray, Shandon is a historic, upscale residential neighborhood that has drawn in families to its stately homes and shady tree-lined streets. A group tour can easily hop off the bus for an afternoon stroll through the beautiful homes. Enjoy scenic sights at Shandon Park or explore the shops along Devine Street.

Wedgefield
Wedgefield is a residential neighborhood between the Congaree River and Fort Jackson military base. It’s known for its affordable single-family homes, and also for its large green spaces and parks, especially Earlewood Park. The neighborhood is located next to the State Fairgrounds, making it convenient for visitors attending the annual South Carolina State Fair.