Minneapolis Charter Bus Rentals For School Field Trips
A field trip to the Minneapolis Institute of Art or a science day at the Bell Museum deserves bus options that fit your group and a quote that fits your planning budget. Minneapolis field trip transportation is easier than ever with Charterbusrentalminneapolismn.com. Fill out one quick form and compare vehicles, photos, and pricing from a large network of independent bus companies serving the Twin Cities area, no account needed.
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Why Call Five Companies for One Date? Compare School Event Transportation Options in One Place
Charterbusrentalminneapolismn.com is a website, not a bus company, and that distinction matters more than you might think. Because we don't own or operate any vehicles, you're never stuck with whatever one fleet happens to have parked in its lot on your date. Instead, we connect schools, youth organizations, and group leaders across Minneapolis with a large network of independent bus companies offering transportation options.
Fill out one quick form and instantly compare bus types, amenities, and online pricing from multiple providers serving Minneapolis and the surrounding Twin Cities metro. No account needed. Help is always available at 612-484-5980 every single day of the year if you'd rather talk it through with a live agent!
More Buses, More Options for Your School Event Transportation
Check out the TONS of different vehicle options available through the network, because not every field trip looks the same. A kindergarten class heading to the Minnesota Children's Museum (10 W. 7th St., St. Paul, MN 55102) needs something very different from a high school robotics team traveling to a regional competition in Rochester. The museum’s current field-trip program serves Pre-K–5 groups of at least 20 children and runs Wednesday through Friday, so choose Minneapolis charter bus rental options that fit your class size and trip date.
That's exactly why Charterbusrentalminneapolismn.com gives you access to 15- to 35-passenger minibuses, full-size 56-passenger charter buses, and everything in between. Compare example photos, amenity lists, and instant online bus prices from a large network of Minneapolis-area transportation providers, all in one place, all in under 30 seconds!
56 Passenger Charter Bus
35 Passenger Minibus
30 Passenger Minibus
28 Passenger Minibus
25 Passenger Minibus
20 Passenger Minibus
18 Passenger Minibus
15 Passenger Minibus
15-50 Passenger Party Buses
Sprinter Van with Driver
Sprinter Limo
School Bus
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 612-484-5980 to view current vehicle options, photos, availability, and pricing. Confirm the exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
Charter Bus Rentals to the Minnesota Zoo and Science Museum of Minnesota
Need a bus for a field trip to the Minnesota Zoo (13000 Zoo Blvd, Apple Valley, MN 55124) or the Science Museum of Minnesota (120 W Kellogg Blvd, Saint Paul, MN 55102)? Both are among the most popular field trip destinations in the Twin Cities, and both see heavy school traffic, especially in the spring. A school field trip bus rental through Charterbusrentalminneapolismn.com lets students travel together without the logistical headache of coordinating parent drivers.
The Zoo has drop-off areas near its South and East Entrances, and bus parking costs $15, which isn't included in your free price quote. School groups must register at least two weeks in advance. At the Science Museum, school groups use the Education Entrance at Eagle and Chestnut Streets during the school year, and the 2026 bus map marks designated bus-parking locations.
The museum has no onsite bus parking. Fill out one quick form to compare your options and request pricing before your date fills up!
Minneapolis Field Trip Transportation to the Bell Museum and Minneapolis Institute of Art
Whether your curriculum calls for a natural history deep-dive at the Bell Museum (2088 Larpenteur Ave W, Saint Paul, MN 55113) on the University of Minnesota Saint Paul campus or an art exploration at the Minneapolis Institute of Art (2400 3rd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55404), Charterbusrentalminneapolismn.com makes getting your group there the easy part. The Bell Museum has a drop-off and pick-up area near its entrance, and its adjacent paid surface lot costs $6 per day, which isn't included in your free price quote; the fee is waived for vehicles in the lot under 10 minutes. K–12 field trips must be booked at least four weeks ahead.
Mia, as locals know it, requires school and tour buses to load and unload at the main circular drive on Third Avenue. Free bus parking is first-come, first-served on 24th Street and perimeter streets around Washburn Fair Oaks Park, so your group can unload together before the bus parks. Compare minibus rentals and full-size charter buses from a network of Twin Cities providers, and choose the bus that fits YOUR group size and YOUR budget!
Renting a Bus for Field Trips to Valleyfair and the Como Park Zoo
On days when the curriculum calls for something a little more experiential, Valleyfair Amusement Park (1 Valleyfair Dr, Shakopee, MN 55379) and the Como Park Zoo & Conservatory (1225 Estabrook Dr, Saint Paul, MN 55103) top the list for Twin Cities school groups. Valleyfair has designated motorcoach parking and drop-off areas near the main entrance on Valleyfair Drive. Como’s Circle Gardens turnaround is a designated school bus loading and unloading location, and buses park on streets, not in Como’s parking lots.
Both destinations fill up fast during peak spring and fall field trip season, which means your transportation needs to be locked in early. Charterbusrentalminneapolismn.com lets you compare bus types and online pricing instantly, so you spend less time on logistics and more time planning the actual learning experience for your students!
Transportation for Minneapolis School Groups Visiting the Mill City Museum and Paisley Park
With Minneapolis's rich industrial and cultural history, the Mill City Museum (704 S 2nd St, Minneapolis, MN 55401) and Paisley Park (7801 Audubon Rd, Chanhassen, MN 55317) both make outstanding field trip destinations for middle and high school students. Mill City Museum’s bus drop-off and pick-up zone is directly in front of the main entrance on South 2nd Street, Wednesday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The zone is for loading and unloading only, with no bus parking or idling, and the museum does not provide bus parking, so an exact pickup window helps your group avoid waiting at the curb.
Paisley Park lists on-site visitor parking, and larger events use additional parking locations and shuttle service. A Minneapolis charter bus rental through Charterbusrentalminneapolismn.com keeps every student together for the entire trip, with no staggered arrival times, no missing students, and no parent driver coordination. Call 612-484-5980 to discuss your itinerary and get a custom package put together for your group!
Book Minneapolis Field Trip Transportation for Any School Group Size
Fill out one form and instantly see which buses are available for your field trip date, your headcount, and your destination, whether you're moving 20 students across town or 150 students across the state. Charterbusrentalminneapolismn.com connects Minneapolis-area schools with group transportation options ranging from compact 15-passenger minibuses to full-size 56-passenger motorcoaches with reclining seats, climate control, WiFi, power outlets, and onboard restrooms. ADA-accessible charter bus rentals are available through the network too, just mention it when you request your quote and a live agent can help you compare options with the features your group requests. Yes, it's really that easy!
No account needed. Get your Minneapolis field trip transportation quote in seconds online or call 612-484-5980 any time!
You Can Find and Book School Event Transportation in Minneapolis and Any Nearby City!
No matter where your group is based across the Twin Cities metro, Charterbusrentalminneapolismn.com makes it easy to find and book the right bus. Whether your school sits in Bloomington, Edina, Plymouth, Burnsville, Eagan, or right in the heart of Minneapolis, our network serves field trips originating across the metro. Charterbusrentalminneapolismn.com connects groups with a network of independent transportation providers across the entire Minneapolis-Saint Paul metro region and beyond. And if your trip takes students outside the metro, up to Duluth, out to Rochester, or anywhere else across Minnesota, a live support team at 612-484-5980 can help build a custom package covering every mile of the journey.
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How Much Does School Event Transportation in Minneapolis Cost?
| Type of Vehicle | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day | Cost Per Mile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 56 Passenger Charter Bus | $205 – $385+ | $225 – $410+ | $1,650 – $2,950+ | $6.20 – $8.95+ |
| 35 Passenger Minibus | $225 – $370+ | $255 – $385+ | $1,815 – $2,415+ | $6.20 – $8.95+ |
| 30 Passenger Minibus | $205 – $365+ | $240 – $380+ | $1,670 – $2,335+ | $5.90 – $8.60+ |
| 28 Passenger Minibus | $190 – $355+ | $220 – $370+ | $1,540 – $2,255+ | $5.65 – $8.25+ |
| 25 Passenger Minibus | $190 – $350+ | $195 – $365+ | $1,420 – $2,180+ | $5.40 – $7.90+ |
| 20 Passenger Minibus | $190 – $340+ | $190 – $355+ | $1,300 – $2,080+ | $5.15 – $7.50+ |
| 18 Passenger Minibus | $190 – $330+ | $190 – $350+ | $1,210 – $1,990+ | $5.00 – $7.25+ |
| 15 Passenger Minibus | $180 – $310+ | $180 – $330+ | $1,150 – $1,880+ | $4.75 – $6.95+ |
| 15-50 Passenger Party Bus | $248 – $426+ | $265 – $460+ | $1,827 – $2,954+ | $6.75 – $9.95+ |
| Sprinter Van with Driver | $190 – $373+ | $218 – $466+ | $1,395 – $2,848+ | $5.00 – $6.95+ |
| Sprinter Limo | $190 – $340+ | $190 – $355+ | $1,300 – $2,080+ | $5.15 – $7.50+ |
| 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 612-484-5980. | ||||
Frequently Asked Questions About Minneapolis School Event Transportation Services
Charterbusrentalminneapolismn.com is a website that helps school groups and youth organizations in Minneapolis compare bus options and request quotes from a large network of independent bus companies. Fill out one quick form with your travel date, group size, and pickup location, and instantly compare vehicle options, photos, and pricing from multiple providers, all without creating an account. A live support team is available every day at 612-484-5980 to help build a custom package for your trip.
You share your trip details once using the 30-second online quote tool, your date, pickup location, destination, and passenger count, and you're immediately taken to a results page showing available buses, example interior photos, amenities, and online pricing from a network of Twin Cities-area transportation providers. Choose the bus that fits your group, book right through the platform, and an independent local provider supplies the vehicle. No account needed.
No waiting for callbacks to get pricing. No hassle.
Book as early as possible, ideally two to three months before your trip date. Spring field trip season in Minneapolis runs heavily from April through early June, and the most popular destinations like the Minnesota Zoo and Science Museum of Minnesota see enormous demand during that window. Waiting until the last few weeks before your trip often means fewer vehicle options and higher pricing.
Bell Museum K–12 field trips must be booked at least four weeks in advance. Early booking gives you time to compare Minneapolis field trip bus options through the network.
Yes! ADA-accessible charter bus rentals are available through the network for Minneapolis-area school groups. Vehicles with wheelchair lifts, widened aisles, and mobility device storage can be requested when you fill out your quote form or when you call 612-484-5980.
A live support agent can help you compare options with your group's requested accessibility features so every student can travel together comfortably.
Absolutely. Full-size 56-passenger charter buses available through the network can be booked with reclining seats, climate control, onboard restrooms, WiFi, power outlets, and undercarriage luggage storage. Whether you're heading north on I-35 to Duluth or southeast on US-52 to Rochester, a motorcoach lets your students travel together for the full journey.
Call 612-484-5980 to get a custom quote for any long-distance Minneapolis field trip!
Yes! Charterbusrentalminneapolismn.com connects groups with a network of independent transportation providers across the entire Twin Cities metro area, including Bloomington, Eden Prairie, Maple Grove, Plymouth, Edina, Burnsville, Eagan, Minnetonka, Roseville, and every other suburb in the region. Fill out one quick form with your pickup city and trip details to instantly see buses and online pricing from providers serving your area. No account needed!
It depends on your headcount. A 25-passenger minibus works well for smaller classroom groups, while a 56-passenger motorcoach fits a full grade level. For very large trips, multiple buses can be booked through the network simultaneously.
When you call 612-484-5980, a live agent can help you figure out how many vehicles to request based on your student count, chaperone ratio, and any equipment or luggage you plan to bring along.