Charter Bus Rentals Asheville, North Carolina

Charter bus rates in Asheville generally range from $197–$519 per hour or $1,600–$3,800 per day. Minibuses are the most affordable option at $1,200–$3,000 per day, while full-size 56-passenger motorcoaches typically cost $2,200–$4,000+ per day depending on trip length, mileage, and time of year. Multi-day and long-distance trips are billed by the day plus mileage.

To help you understand what an actual Asheville charter bus quote looks like, here are four real-world examples from groups who recently booked with Bus Rental Company Asheville:

Example #1: Last spring, a public high school in Buncombe County needed transportation for their marching band to perform at the North Carolina Azalea Festival in Wilmington. The district requested two 56-passenger charter buses with restrooms, WiFi, and storage space for instruments. The three-day, two-night trip included hotel accommodations for drivers and a 10% gratuity. Final cost: $8,250 ($4,125 per bus).

Example #2: A corporate client in downtown Asheville booked a minibus shuttle to transport employees from a satellite parking lot to their office building each morning and afternoon. The 20-passenger minibus ran on a fixed route for five hours per day over the course of one week. Total price: $6,500 ($1,300 per day).

Example #3: A wedding party reserved a sprinter van to shuttle guests between their hotel in Biltmore Village and a reception venue in Black Mountain. The vehicle made multiple trips over a six-hour period before returning everyone safely at the end of the night. Quote amount: $2,100 including driver tip.

Example #4: A youth soccer team from Hendersonville hired a 25-passenger minibus for a single-day tournament in Charlotte. The package rate covered all mileage, tolls on I-85, and waiting time during games. Final payment: $1,850.

Every quote includes the bus, driver, fuel, and any applicable tolls or taxes. Additional expenses like parking fees at venues such as Harrah’s Cherokee Center, McCormick Field, or local hotels may be billed separately. Groups often choose to prepay a standard gratuity or handle it in cash at the end of the trip.

The biggest factors that influence your final charter bus price include the time of year, how far you’re traveling, the size of the bus, and the duration of your rental. You can generally expect higher rates in the spring and summer due to the influx of tourists and events like the LEAF Festival, Asheville Beer Week, and concerts at the Harrah’s Cherokee Center.

Longer trips—whether by mileage or by days—often mean a higher rental cost, and larger motorcoaches tend to cost more than compact minibuses and sprinter vans. Keep in mind that you’ll need to factor in additional costs like tolls along I-26 or I-40, hotel rooms for your driver if you’re staying overnight, and parking fees at popular destinations such as the Biltmore Estate, Blue Ridge Parkway trailheads, or downtown venues. Many groups also add a cash tip of 5–10% to recognize great service.

Yes! Bus Rental Company Asheville can provide ADA-accessible buses anywhere in Asheville and Western North Carolina. Just let your reservation specialist know what accommodations your passengers need—whether that’s a wheelchair lift, wider aisle space, or handrails—and we’ll pair you with the perfect vehicle at no additional charge. We help schools, senior centers, and disability advocacy groups get to every destination, including accessible trails in Pisgah National Forest and events at the WNC Agricultural Center.

Bus Rental Company Asheville has experience transporting every type of group you can imagine—including K–12 field trips to the North Carolina Arboretum, college campus tours at UNC Asheville, corporate shuttles to breweries in South Slope, construction crews working on new developments in West Asheville, wedding parties getting married at venues in the River Arts District, sports teams traveling to tournaments across Buncombe County, church retreats heading to Lake Junaluska, and fan groups heading to Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte or PNC Arena in Raleigh. If you have somewhere to be, we’ll get you there!

Bus Rental Company Asheville offers one of the most flexible fleets in Asheville with vehicles sized for any group. Our minibuses seat 18, 20, or 25 passengers and are perfect for shuttles between downtown hotels and wedding venues, brewery tours, or campus transportation at UNC Asheville. Need something bigger? Full-size 56-passenger charter buses are ideal for school field trips, sports team travel, or moving large groups to events at the Harrah’s Cherokee Center. We also run sprinter vans for small-group outings and airport transfers. No matter your headcount, we’ve got a bus that fits.

Modern charter buses in Asheville come with amenities designed for comfort and convenience on mountain roads. Standard features include plush reclining seats, powerful air conditioning, overhead parcel racks, and either a PA system or flat-screen monitors for group communication. Most buses have WiFi and 110V/USB outlets at every row so passengers can stream music, check trail maps, or upload photos from the Blue Ridge Parkway. Larger coaches offer underfloor luggage compartments for coolers and backpacks, plus an onboard restroom to minimize stops on long stretches between Asheville and Boone or Cherokee. Minibuses provide many of the same perks except for the lavatory and are easier to maneuver through tight downtown streets.

We recommend booking your charter bus in Asheville at least six months in advance, especially if your trip falls between April and October when tourism peaks. Major events like the LEAF Festival, Moogfest, or Brewgrass Festival put extra pressure on local fleets, making last-minute reservations difficult and expensive. Winter trips are easier to schedule but still require a few weeks’ notice to secure the best rates. If you’re traveling during a holiday weekend or coordinating multiple vehicles, more lead time is always better. Deposits are required to lock in your reservation, with balances due before departure.

Getting a quote is fast and easy—just call us at 828-617-6240 or use our online form to tell us about your trip. We’ll need to know your pickup location, destination, departure date and time, group size, and any special requests like WiFi or ADA accessibility. Once we have your details, we’ll send you a free, no-obligation quote with pictures and prices for available buses. You can even complete your reservation online in under a minute!

Your quote includes the bus, driver, fuel, and any applicable tolls or taxes. Additional expenses like parking fees, hotel rooms for your driver on overnight trips, and admission tickets to attractions such as the Biltmore Estate or Harrah’s Cherokee Center are not included. Many groups choose to add a driver gratuity of 10–20%. Be sure to ask about package deals for multi-day or out-of-town trips.

Once you’ve received your quote and selected a vehicle, you can book your bus by signing the contract electronically and submitting a deposit. The remaining balance is due before your departure date. Our agents will guide you through the process, answer any questions, and provide support 24/7. You’ll receive a confirmation with your driver’s contact information prior to your trip.

Bus Rental Company Asheville serves all of Western North Carolina and beyond—including Buncombe, Henderson, Madison, Haywood, and Transylvania counties. We regularly run trips to Charlotte, Raleigh, Durham, Greensboro, Greenville SC, Atlanta GA, Knoxville TN, and regional airports like AVL, CLT, and GSP. Whether you’re heading to a festival in Black Mountain, a conference at Harrah’s Cherokee Center, or a wedding in the Blue Ridge Mountains, we’ll get you there.