Bus Rentals in Billings, Montana

A charter bus is a large motorcoach that’s typically used to transport groups of 30 or more people over short or long distances. Unlike public transportation, charter buses are rented by private groups and follow a custom itinerary based on the group’s needs. Each bus comes with a driver who handles all navigation and scheduling according to your trip plan. Charter buses have cushioned seats, overhead storage racks, luggage bays below the cabin, and amenities like Wi-Fi, power outlets, restrooms, TV monitors, DVD players, and PA systems. In Billings, people use charter buses for everything from school field trips to ZooMontana to corporate shuttles between downtown offices and MetraPark events. They’re also popular for wedding guest transportation, sports team travel, church retreats, and band tour logistics across Montana.

We have the largest fleet in Montana with minibuses, full-size charter buses, entertainer coaches, and specialty vehicles ready to serve any group. Our minibuses seat 18–35 passengers and are perfect for short-distance shuttles around downtown Billings, hospital employee commutes, or small wedding parties heading to Moss Mansion. The full-size charter buses carry 40–56 passengers with reclining seats, Wi-Fi, power outlets, TVs, DVD player, restroom, and huge luggage bays—ideal for school trips, sports teams, or corporate outings. Entertainer coaches (sometimes called “sleeper buses”) are custom-built for band tours with 8–12 bunks, lounge areas, kitchenette, bathroom with shower, and secure storage for musical equipment. We also provide ADA-accessible options with wheelchair lifts upon request. Every vehicle comes from top manufacturers like Prevost, Van Hool, Setra, MCI, and Temsa so you get reliable performance year-round.

The average cost of renting a charter bus in Billings ranges from $1,200 to $2,500 per day depending on the size of the bus, total mileage, trip duration, and time of year. Minibuses generally cost $150–$250 per hour with a 4-hour minimum, while full-size coaches run $175–$300 per hour or $1,400–$2,400 for an 8-hour day. Weekend rates may be higher due to increased demand. For example, a round-trip shuttle from Billings to Red Lodge Mountain Resort (120 miles round trip) would likely quote around $1,600 for a single day. Multi-day charters—like transporting a youth sports team to Missoula—are priced by total mileage plus driver lodging expenses. Use our instant online calculator to get an exact estimate based on your itinerary.

Several factors influence the final price of your charter bus rental: trip distance, number of days, bus size, seasonality, and special requests. Longer trips with overnight stays cost more because you’re paying for additional driver hours and hotel accommodations (charter bus drivers cannot sleep on the bus). Larger vehicles with premium amenities have higher base rates than smaller shuttles. Peak seasons—like summer weekends or major event dates at First Interstate Arena—can increase prices due to limited availability. Last-minute bookings may also incur surcharges. Optional upgrades such as onboard Wi-Fi, DVD screens, or extra luggage space are included free but must be specified when reserving. Parking fees, tolls, and driver gratuity (typically 10%) are not included in the initial quote.

Booking a charter bus is simple: call our office at 307-452-6380 or fill out the online form with your trip details. We’ll ask for pickup date/time, origin address, destination(s), group size, and any special requests like ADA accessibility or luggage needs. Within minutes you’ll receive a free quote showing available options and exact pricing. Review the proposal, choose the package that fits your budget, then sign the contract electronically and pay a deposit to confirm. The remaining balance is due 30 days before departure. Once reserved, you’ll get a confirmation email with driver contact info and emergency support hotline. Changes to the itinerary can be made up until one week prior to travel.

Every charter bus comes standard with cushioned seats, armrests, reading lights, climate control, PA system, and overhead racks for small bags. Full-size coaches feature reclining high-back chairs, fold-down footrests, individual USB ports, flat-screen monitors, DVD/CD player, wireless microphone, and restroom at the rear of the cabin. Free Wi-Fi hotspot and 110V electrical outlets are available upon request. Additional amenities include cup holders, tray tables, tinted windows, and underfloor luggage compartments capable of holding large suitcases or athletic gear. Entertainer coaches add sleeping bunks, sofas, refrigerator, microwave, shower stall, and lockable storage cabinets. ADA-accessible models have priority seating areas and hydraulic wheelchair lift at the entry door.

We serve all kinds of groups including schools, universities, sports teams, businesses, churches, wedding planners, government agencies, and touring musicians. Local school districts book field trip transportation to Yellowstone Art Museum, Pompeys Pillar National Monument, and Pictograph Cave State Park. MSU Billings athletics relies on charter buses for away games across the Big Sky Conference. Corporate clients arrange employee shuttles between office parks and remote parking lots or airport transfers for visiting executives. Religious organizations charter weekend retreats to Camp on the Boulder or Flathead Lake. Brides and grooms hire guest shuttles for ceremonies at DanWalt Gardens followed by receptions downtown. Rock bands and rodeo circuits use sleeper buses for cross-country tour schedules.

Charter Bus Company Billings provides charter bus rentals throughout Billings and all of Yellowstone County including Laurel, Lockwood, Shepherd, Huntley, and Broadview. We also serve surrounding regions such as Red Lodge (Carbon County), Columbus (Stillwater County), Hardin (Big Horn County), and Miles City (Custer County). Long-distance trips to Bozeman, Helena, Great Falls, Missoula, Kalispell, and Butte are easily accommodated. Popular destinations include Billings Logan International Airport (BIL), MetraPark/First Interstate Arena, Rimrock Mall, St. Vincent Healthcare, Rocky Mountain College, ZooMontana, and Yellowstone River boat launches. Out-of-state charters to Cody WY, Sheridan WY, Rapid City SD, and Spokane WA are available upon request. No matter where you’re going, we can send a bus there!