San Diego Bus Rentals For School Field Trips
Field trip transportation in San Diego just got a whole lot easier with Charterbusrentalsandiego.com! Fill out one quick form and compare minibuses, charter buses, and sprinter vans from a large network of independent bus companies serving San Diego and the surrounding areas, with pictures, amenities, and prices side by side. Charterbusrentalsandiego.com is a website, not a bus company, so you're never stuck with whatever one fleet has open on your date. No account needed!
Get your free quote online in seconds, or call 858-810-3580 and a live agent will help you find the right bus for YOUR school group!
School Event Transportation Options From All Different Sorts of Local Bus Companies
When you need to move a classroom full of students across San Diego, whether that's a quick run to Balboa Park or a full-day science excursion to Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography (2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla, CA 92037), the last thing you want is to call five different bus companies and wait around on callbacks. Charterbusrentalsandiego.com puts a large network of independent San Diego bus companies right at your fingertips, so you can compare minibus rentals, full-size charter buses, and sprinter vans all in one place. Share your trip details once, see your options instantly, and book the bus that fits YOUR school group, YOUR headcount, and YOUR schedule. Yes, it really is that easy!
See Different Buses, Pictures, and Packages for Your School Event Transportation
Get access to TONS of different bus types through a large network of independent transportation companies serving San Diego and the surrounding region. Small group heading to the San Diego Natural History Museum (1788 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101)? A compact 15-passenger minibus keeps things nimble and affordable.
Larger class trip to the USS Midway Museum (910 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101) or San Diego Zoo (2920 Zoo Dr, San Diego, CA 92101)? A 56-passenger charter bus with reclining seats, overhead storage, WiFi, power outlets, and an onboard restroom handles every seat and every backpack with ease. Because Charterbusrentalsandiego.com connects you with a large network of bus companies, not just one fleet, you get TONS of options to fit the trip YOU have planned!
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 858-810-3580 to view current vehicle options, photos, availability, and pricing. Confirm the exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
Charter Buses and Minibuses for San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park Field Trips
It doesn't get more iconic than a San Diego school field trip to Balboa Park (1549 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101), home to 17 museums, the San Diego Zoo, performing arts venues, and miles of walking paths that make it one of the most education-rich destinations in all of Southern California. Charter buses serving Balboa Park typically drop students at the Presidents Way entrance near the Fleet Science Center (1875 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101), with bus parking available in Inspiration Point Parking Lot off Park Boulevard. For San Diego Zoo visits, the Zoo has no designated bus spaces in its parking lot, while designated full-size bus spaces are available at Inspiration Point, one mile south.
That gives your group a bus drop-off and a designated parking option rather than a search for bus spaces at the Zoo entrance. With a school field trip bus rental through Charterbusrentalsandiego.com, your group can focus on the students while the bus handles the trip!
Finding Group Transportation to the USS Midway, Fleet Science Center, and San Diego's Waterfront Is Simple
Finding group transportation for a waterfront field trip in San Diego used to mean phone calls, hold music, and mismatched quotes. Not anymore. Charterbusrentalsandiego.com connects your school with a network of bus companies ready to handle drop-offs at the USS Midway Museum on Navy Pier. Buses can drop groups near the ticket office but cannot stage on Navy Pier, so your group can unload together before the bus parks elsewhere.
Heading to the Fleet Science Center or the San Diego Museum of Art (1450 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101) inside Balboa Park instead? Your bus rental keeps the group together for the trip. Compare 25-passenger minibuses and full-size motorcoaches side by side through one quick form, no account needed, No waiting for callbacks to get pricing, no hassle.
Just the right bus for YOUR field trip, at a price that fits YOUR school's budget!
You're Never Limited to One Fleet When You Book San Diego Field Trip Buses Through Charterbusrentalsandiego.com
You're never limited to whatever one local company happens to have sitting in its lot on your field trip date, and that is exactly the point of Charterbusrentalsandiego.com. Because Charterbusrentalsandiego.com doesn't own or operate any vehicles, you get access to TONS of different bus types from a large network of independent San Diego transportation companies. That means more vehicle options, more package choices, and more flexibility to find a bus that actually fits your headcount, your itinerary, and your school district's budget.
Whether you need one minibus for a small enrichment group heading to the New Children's Museum (200 W Island Ave, San Diego, CA 92101) or several charter buses for an entire grade-level trip to Legoland California (1 Legoland Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008), the network offers options for your trip. Fill out one quick form to compare your options instantly, or call 858-810-3580 any time for personalized help!
We Help You Compare San Diego Charter Buses for Science, History, and Nature Field Trips
We help you compare buses for every type of San Diego field trip your curriculum calls for, from marine science immersion at Birch Aquarium at Scripps to hands-on history at the San Diego History Center (1649 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101) to outdoor ecology programs at Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve (12600 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037). Birch Aquarium accepts bus drop-off in the main parking lot on Expedition Way, though space is limited, so booking your bus early and calling the aquarium to confirm group arrival logistics is strongly recommended. At Torrey Pines, oversized vehicles use the North Beach Parking Area accessed via Torrey Pines Scenic Drive.
As of September 29, 2026, the reserve is closed for construction, while the North Beach and South Beach parking lots remain open. The closure means a bus trip to the reserve trails will have to wait, but the open beach lots remain an option for a group visit. Compare charter bus pricing across a network of San Diego providers in under 30 seconds, and find the bus that works for YOUR field trip without calling company after company!
Through Charterbusrentalsandiego.com, San Diego Schools Get More Bus Options for Every Field Trip Occasion
Through a large network of independent bus companies, Charterbusrentalsandiego.com makes it easy for San Diego schools, youth organizations, and educational groups to find the right vehicle for every field trip on the calendar, from kindergarten nature walks to high school museum days to college campus tours. Need an ADA-accessible charter bus rental with a wheelchair lift and widened aisles for students with mobility needs? Mention it when you request your quote to see accessible vehicle options.
Planning a multi-stop itinerary through Old Town San Diego State Historic Park (4002 Wallace St, San Diego, CA 92110) and Cabrillo National Monument (1800 Cabrillo Memorial Dr, San Diego, CA 92106)? At Cabrillo, buses unload and pick up at the traffic circle near the flagpole and park in designated spaces in the middle bay of the main lot. Your group can board together at the flagpole, then meet the bus at the same pickup point.
A live support team is available 365 days a year at 858-810-3580 to put together a custom package that covers every stop on YOUR schedule. Get started with one quick form today!
Book School Event Transportation in San Diego or Any City Nearby
Find the right bus for your school group no matter where your San Diego field trip starts or ends. Charterbusrentalsandiego.com connects teachers, administrators, and trip organizers with a large network of independent bus companies serving San Diego, Chula Vista, El Cajon, Escondido, National City, Santee, La Mesa, Lemon Grove, Spring Valley, Poway, and every other community across San Diego County. Whether your school is in the heart of Mission Valley or out in Rancho Bernardo, Charterbusrentalsandiego.com connects your group with bus options serving the area. Check the full list of cities we serve and find San Diego field trip transportation near you!
How Much Does School Event Transportation in San Diego 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 858-810-3580. | ||||
Frequently Asked Questions About San Diego School Event Transportation Services
Charterbusrentalsandiego.com is a website for requesting quotes and booking buses online, not a bus company. Instead of calling every San Diego bus company one by one, you fill out one quick form and instantly compare minibuses, charter buses, and sprinter vans from a large network of independent transportation companies serving San Diego. Share your trip details once, browse your options, and book the bus that fits YOUR school group. No account needed!
Fill out the 30-second online quote tool with your pickup location, travel date, destination, and passenger count. You'll be taken to a national booking platform's results page showing different buses, interior photos, amenities, and prices from a network of San Diego bus companies. Choose the vehicle that fits your group, book it right online, and an independent local provider supplies the vehicle. Yes, it really is that easy!
The San Diego Zoo does not have designated bus spaces in its parking lot. Designated full-size bus spaces are available at Inspiration Point, one mile south of the Zoo, so your bus can park in a space set aside for full-size buses rather than search for a spot at the Zoo entrance.
Yes! Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography directs school buses to drop off and pick up in the traffic circle by the Whale Fountain. Buses cannot park in the aquarium lot, so your group can unload at the drop-off point while the bus moves on instead of taking up limited aquarium parking.
Book as early as possible, ideally two to three months ahead of your field trip date for the best vehicle selection and pricing. San Diego's spring field trip season (March through May) is the busiest period for school group transportation, and buses from the network fill up fast during those weeks. Waiting until the last minute almost always means fewer options and higher rates, so locking in your date early is always the smarter move.
Absolutely. ADA-accessible charter bus rentals with wheelchair lifts, widened aisles, wheelchair hookups, and other accommodating features are available through the network. Mention your accessibility needs when you fill out the online quote form or when you call 858-810-3580, and the support team will help you find an accessible vehicle option for your school group.
Yes! Multi-stop field trip itineraries, like a morning at Old Town San Diego State Historic Park followed by an afternoon at Cabrillo National Monument, are manageable through the network. Old Town does not provide bus parking for self-guided school groups, so the group can ride together to the park without needing to find bus parking on site.
When you call 858-810-3580, a live support agent available 365 days a year will go over your full itinerary, answer every question, and put together a custom package built around YOUR schedule, YOUR stops, and YOUR group's specific needs.