Coach Bus Prices: How Much Does a Champaign Coach Bus Rental Cost?

On average, you can expect to pay between $1,800 and $3,800 per day for a full-size coach bus rental in Champaign. Hourly rates typically range from $170 to $500 per hour, with a minimum of 4-5 hours required for most bookings. If you need the bus for multiple days, you’ll usually get a better daily rate.

Minibuses (15-35 passengers) are more affordable, with rates starting at $150 per hour or $1,200 per day. Party buses (10-40 passengers) cost $200-$400 per hour depending on size and amenities. Sprinter vans (10-15 passengers) are the cheapest option at $125-$250 per hour. For long-distance trips, we may quote you a flat rate based on mileage instead of hourly or daily rates.

These prices are just averages – your actual quote will depend on the details of your trip. The best way to get an exact price is to call us at 217-888-8790 or fill out our online form. We’ll give you an instant quote in less than 30 seconds!

There’s no one-size-fits-all answer to how much it costs to rent a coach bus in Champaign. Your price will depend on several key factors:

• Travel Dates: Bus rental prices are highest during peak season (April-June and September-November), especially for weddings, proms, graduations, and college football games. University of Illinois home games at Memorial Stadium, high school graduations, and local festivals like the Champaign County Fair or Urbana Sweetcorn Festival can drive up demand. Rates are lower in winter (December-February) except around the holidays.
• Trip Duration: Hourly rentals are best for local trips under 8 hours, such as shuttling guests between hotels and venues in downtown Champaign, campus tours at UIUC, or bar crawls in Campustown. Daily rates apply to longer itineraries, like field trips to Springfield, corporate outings to Starved Rock, or multi-day tours to Chicago or St. Louis. One-way trips may incur a “deadhead” fee to cover the bus returning empty.
• Distance Traveled: The farther you go, the more you’ll pay. Local trips within Champaign-Urbana are cheaper than out-of-town charters to Bloomington-Normal, Peoria, Indianapolis, or Nashville, TN. For example, a round-trip to Chicago (140 miles each way) will cost more than a shuttle between Willard Airport and downtown hotels. We may quote you based on total mileage for long-distance routes.
• Bus Size & Type: Larger vehicles cost more than smaller ones. A 56-passenger motorcoach is more expensive than a 25-passenger minibus or 15-passenger sprinter van. Specialty buses like party buses with dance poles and LED lights, or entertainer coaches with bunks and lounges, command premium rates. ADA-accessible buses with wheelchair lifts are available at no extra charge but must be requested in advance.
• Itinerary Details: Multiple stops, tight schedules, or heavy traffic can affect pricing. For example, shuttling wedding guests between a rural barn venue in Mahomet and hotels in downtown Champaign requires more planning than a simple point-to-point transfer. Likewise, navigating campus congestion during move-in week or construction detours on I-57 may impact travel time and cost.
• Additional Fees: Tolls (I-294, I-90), parking permits (State Farm Center, Krannert Center), driver hotel rooms (for overnight trips), and gratuities are not included in the base rate. You’re responsible for covering these expenses. We recommend tipping your driver 10-20% for excellent service.
• Lead Time: Booking early gives you the best selection and lowest prices. Last-minute reservations (less than 2 weeks’ notice) may be subject to higher rates due to limited availability, especially during busy seasons or major events like Ebertfest, Taste of Champaign-Urbana, or Illini football Saturdays.

When you request a quote from Champaign Coach Bus Service, we’ll ask for all these details to give you an accurate, all-inclusive price with no hidden fees. Our quotes are transparent and valid for up to 3 days while you finalize your plans.