Up to 56 passengers
Book a 56-passenger charter bus rental with undercarriage luggage bays, an onboard restroom, WiFi, and reclining seats for big trips!
- Weekdays
- $205–$385+/hr.
- Weekends
- $225–$410+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,650–$2,950+
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Ames Charter Bus Rentals
Let Amescharterbuscompany.com make finding and booking group transportation in Ames, the cities around it, and all of Iowa fast and easy! Fill out one quick form to compare buses, pictures, and pricing in under 30 seconds with no account needed.
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- 24/7live support, 365 days a year
- Same dayrentals for last-minute plans in Ames
- Up to 56passengers on one charter bus, plus minibuses and vans
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How to Rent a Charter Bus With Amescharterbuscompany.com
Booking your bus takes just three simple steps, starting when you enter your pickup spot, date, and headcount into our 30-second online quote tool or call (515) 815-6330! Next, compare live availability, interior photos, and Ames charter bus prices from independent operators serving Story County—all with no account needed and a copy sent straight to your text and email. Finally, choose the ride that fits YOUR budget, reserve online through the national booking platform, and relax while our confirmation department calls to verify every stop on your itinerary!
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Fill Out One Quick Form
Start with your Ames pickup location, travel date, and how many people are coming. Add where you're headed and when you need to return, or call us at (515) 815-6330 and we'll take down your details for you. That's it! You only have to share your trip details once, with no account needed and no obligation to book!
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Compare Buses, Pictures & Prices
In just seconds, you'll land on an easy-to-view search results page showing different buses, interior pictures, rental packages, and online prices for your trip all in one place! Compare party buses, minibuses, sprinter vans, and charter buses from one of the largest networks of bus companies serving the Ames area without calling company after company. You'll even get your pricing by text and email, so it's easy to share with the group!
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Choose Your Bus & Book Online
Once you've found the bus you love, make your reservation right online through the national booking platform! The booking company handles your reservation and payment, and a confirmation team calls you to go over every pickup, drop-off, and stop on your Ames itinerary, so everything is set before your trip.
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Enjoy Your Transportation!
On the day of your trip, an independent local bus company supplies the vehicle for your reservation, and your whole group rides together from the first pickup to the last drop-off! No account needed. No hassle. Yes, finding your next bus in Ames really can be that easy!
Your Top Choice for Bus Rentals in Ames
Your trip is connected to one of the largest networks of independent bus companies in Ames and across Iowa, meaning you're never stuck with whatever one single company happens to have parked in its lot! Because Amescharterbuscompany.com is a comparison website and does not own the vehicles, local operators compete for your business so you get TONS of options and better rates even on peak Iowa State game days. You can lock in hourly, one-way, round-trip, or multi-day packages—or even book a same-day bus rental when last-minute plans pop up! Plus, you can call us 365 days a year at (515) 815-6330 to answer questions and offer custom below-minimum deals.
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About Amescharterbuscompany.com
Amescharterbuscompany.com vs. Calling a Single Ames Bus Company
We help you compare party buses, minibuses, charter buses, and sprinter vans from multiple Iowa providers in one 30-second search instead of calling five local companies and waiting on callbacks! Because we don't own a single fleet, you get the widest selection and competitive pricing for one bus or 10+ buses.
| What Matters to Your Group | Ames | Calling a Single Ames Bus Company |
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| Bus types | Sprinter vans, 15- to 35-passenger minibuses, 15- to 50-passenger party buses and 56-passenger charter buses, side by side | Only the bus types one company owns, if one is open on your date |
| Getting prices | Online prices in under 30 seconds from one quick form, with no account needed | Calling company after company during business hours, repeating your trip and waiting on callbacks |
| Peak dates | Independent bus companies compete for your trip, even on prom and game dates | One company's peak-date rates, or no bus at all if it's sold out |
| Last-minute and big groups | Same-day rentals, and one bus or several for a wedding, convention or team | Only the buses and drivers one company has free |
| Packages | Hourly, one-way, round-trip, multi-stop, split-time, full-day or multi-day, and call us for less than the standard minimum | That company's own minimums and packages |
| Help | Call us 24/7, 365 days a year | Depends on that company's hours |
| After you book | An instant booking confirmation, then a call to go over every pickup, drop-off and stop | Varies by company |
| Paying | All payments accepted when you book online | That company's own payment options |
Types of Buses Available
Available Ames Charter Bus Rental Options
With Amescharterbuscompany.com, you get TONS of different bus types in one easy search so every headcount and itinerary is covered! One local company might only own minibuses while another only has limos, but our statewide network brings them all to your screen in under 30 seconds. From compact sprinter vans for quick transfers along US-30 to 56-passenger motorcoaches for cross-state tournaments, you can view real interior photos and amenities before you book. You choose the exact vehicle that works for YOUR group and YOUR budget!
Up to 35 passengers
Choose a 35-passenger minibus rental with overhead storage, power outlets, and climate control for mid-sized groups traveling around Ames!
- Weekdays
- $225–$370+/hr.
- Weekends
- $255–$385+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,815–$2,415+
Up to 30 passengers
Reserve a 30-passenger minibus rental to keep convention shuttles and campus tours moving smoothly down Lincoln Way together!
- Weekdays
- $205–$365+/hr.
- Weekends
- $240–$380+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,670–$2,335+
Up to 28 passengers
Rent a 28-passenger minibus rental featuring cushioned seating, WiFi, and a PA system for easy group trips across Story County!
- Weekdays
- $190–$355+/hr.
- Weekends
- $220–$370+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,540–$2,255+
Up to 25 passengers
Compare prices on a 25-passenger minibus rental for wedding guest shuttles, team outings, or quick rides to Des Moines!
- Weekdays
- $190–$350+/hr.
- Weekends
- $195–$365+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,420–$2,180+
Up to 20 passengers
Hop aboard a nimble 20-passenger minibus rental to navigate Campustown traffic and Main Street events without the parking hassle!
- Weekdays
- $190–$340+/hr.
- Weekends
- $190–$355+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,300–$2,080+
Up to 18 passengers
Lock in an 18-passenger minibus rental for airport transfers, small corporate groups, or local winery tours around central Iowa!
- Weekdays
- $190–$330+/hr.
- Weekends
- $190–$350+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,210–$1,990+
Up to 15 passengers
Grab a compact 15-passenger minibus rental to keep your small group together on one schedule with zero rideshare surge fees!
- Weekdays
- $180–$310+/hr.
- Weekends
- $180–$330+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,150–$1,880+
15 to 50 passengers
Rent a 15- to 50-passenger party bus with LED lighting, wraparound leather seats, Bluetooth sound, and an onboard bar!
- Weekdays
- $248–$426+/hr.
- Weekends
- $265–$460+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,827–$2,954+
11 to 14 passengers
Reserve an 11- to 14-passenger sprinter van rental with a driver for executive shuttles and quick point-to-point transfers!
- Weekdays
- $190–$373+/hr.
- Weekends
- $218–$466+/hr.
- Full day
- $1,395–$2,848+
View all bus types
We can find any size or type of bus your group needs. Just call us at (515) 815-6330.
*Photos are examples from one of the largest networks of independent bus companies and may not show the exact vehicle offered for your trip. Fill out the (no account needed!) or call us at (515) 815-6330 to see current vehicle options, pictures, availability, and pricing, and confirm the exact vehicle and amenities before booking.
Our Onboard Amenities
Popular Ames Bus Amenities Available
If you're riding across Iowa or just across town, you can filter for the exact features your passengers want! Party buses can include color-changing LED lights, Bluetooth audio, flat-screen TVs, and wet bars, while charter buses and minibuses offer fast WiFi, USB power outlets, reclining seats, and onboard restrooms. Just mention your must-haves—including ADA-accessible lifts and wheelchair spaces—when you get your 30-second quote or call (515) 815-6330!
Reclining Seats
Onboard Restroom
Individual Climate Control
Onboard Wi-Fi
Power Outlets
Overhead Storage
Under-Bus Luggage Storage
TV Monitors
PA System
Amenities are common features that may be available on buses. Exact features vary by vehicle, provider, and availability. To confirm the amenities on a specific bus offered for your trip, call us at (515) 815-6330 before booking.
Our Pricing & Packages
Ames Charter Bus Rental Pricing & Rates
One quick form shows you side-by-side bus rental pricing in under 30 seconds with no account needed, and network competition keeps rates low even during peak graduation and football weekends! Need less than the standard hourly minimum or a quick one-way transfer, just call (515) 815-6330 for exclusive phone discounts!
| Type of Vehicle | Cost Per Hour (Weekdays)* | Cost Per Hour (Weekends)* | Cost Per Day* | Cost Per Mile* |
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| 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+ |
*Rates shown are general estimates from one of the largest networks of independent bus companies serving Ames. Your exact price depends on your travel date, trip length, and the bus you pick—and you can see it in under 30 seconds on your online quote, with no account needed! Standard hourly minimums are typically 2 hours Monday through Wednesday (or earlier in the day), 3+ hours after 5 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, and up to 5 hours on peak dates. Don't need that much time? Just call us at (515) 815-6330 any day of the year—we can often set up less time, a one-way transfer, a split-time shuttle, or a custom package built around YOUR schedule!
At Amescharterbuscompany.com, we make Ames bus rentals affordable
Easy, Flexible Payment
Book your bus right online and use any payment method you like, since every payment option is accepted!
Flexible Hourly Minimums & Packages
Most hourly trips have a 2- to 5-hour minimum (often 2 hours Monday through Wednesday or earlier in the day, 3 hours or more after 5 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, and up to 5 hours on the busiest dates), or you can book a one-way transfer, round-trip shuttle, or multi-day package so you only pay for what you need!
Great Savings, Even on Peak Ames Dates
Buses book up fast for spring proms, Cyclones football, and New Year's Eve. But because one of the largest networks of independent bus companies serving Ames competes for your business, you're never stuck with one fleet's high peak rates!
Exclusive Phone Deals & Discounts
Want our very best deals? Call us at (515) 815-6330 any day of the year. We love offering you better rates, amazing discounts, and custom packages when you reach out directly!
Upfront Quotes (Know What's Included!)
Compare bus prices in under 30 seconds with no account needed, and know upfront that outside trip costs like tolls, venue bus parking passes, and overnight driver hotel rooms are billed separately, so there are no surprises.
Instant Quotes by Text & Email to Split the Cost
Every time you get a quote, we send a copy straight to your text and email, so it's super easy to work out the per-person cost (about $29–$53 per person for a full day on a full 56-passenger charter bus!) and share it with your group chat!
Services We Offer
Ames Charter Bus Services Available Through Amescharterbuscompany.com
Through a network of independent transportation providers serving Ames and all of Iowa, we make it effortless to find group transportation services tailored to your exact schedule! Whether you need a single minibus for an afternoon wedding shuttle or a 10-bus fleet for an Iowa State University conference, you can book hourly, one-way, round-trip, or multi-day packages in minutes. The confirmation team verifies every pickup and drop-off address after you reserve online. Take a look at our most popular Ames bus services below!
Ames Airport Shuttle Services
Whatever your flight schedule looks like, our Ames airport shuttle services provide stress-free pickups down I-35 at Des Moines International Airport (DSM) along the lower-level commercial curb or charter flights at Ames Municipal Airport (AMW)! Same-day rentals and ample luggage bays make group arrivals and delayed flights a breeze.
Ames Concert Transportation
You can count on our Ames concert transportation to get your music lovers to every show without fighting traffic or hunting for parking! Book a party bus or minibus to drop your group right along Center Drive for a touring act at Stephens Auditorium, or ride down to Des Moines for big arena concerts at Wells Fargo Arena. Your bus waits nearby while you enjoy the encore, so everyone skips the 3x post-show rideshare surge pricing. Keep the playlist rolling on a Bluetooth sound system all the way home!
Ames Corporate Shuttle Services
Rather than reimbursing dozens of mileage claims or stressing over parking at the ISU Research Park along University Boulevard, streamline your next conference with Ames corporate shuttle services! Your driver can drop attendees right at the front entrance of the Gateway Hotel and Conference Center or Scheman Building while your team preps presentations using onboard WiFi and power outlets. Call (515) 815-6330 any day of the year to set up multi-stop hotel loops or executive sprinter vans!
Employee Shuttles in Ames
Because daily commutes along I-35 and US-30 can wear down even the best teams—especially during icy Iowa winters—setting up employee shuttles in Ames is a game-changer for retention and morale! We help businesses, hospitals near Mary Greeley Medical Center on Duff Avenue, and manufacturing plants build custom commuter routes from Ankeny, Des Moines, and Boone. Employees can relax in climate-controlled reclining seats and check morning emails over free WiFi instead of battling rush hour traffic. Book daily, monthly, or long-term shuttle packages built around YOUR shift schedules!
Ames Government & Military Transportation Service
Instead of scrambling to coordinate multiple vehicles for official travel, book discreet, GSA-compliant Ames government and military transportation for agency transfers at the USDA National Centers for Animal Health on Dayton Avenue or troop movements to Camp Dodge in Johnston! Our network provides 56-passenger motorcoaches with huge undercarriage bays for rucksacks and gear, plus same-day dispatch when orders come through fast.
Ames Long-Distance Charter Bus Rentals
Just enter your itinerary once to compare Ames long-distance charter bus rentals loaded with onboard restrooms, reclining seats, TV monitors, and WiFi for smooth highway trips down I-35 or across I-80! Whether your group is headed to Iowa City, Omaha, Minneapolis, or Kansas City, a driver handles the long haul so everyone arrives rested.
Ames Event Transportation Services
Waiting on multiple cars to find parking in Downtown Ames or Campustown can derail any celebration, which is why our Ames private event transportation keeps your whole group together on one schedule! Rent a minibus for a family reunion picnic at Brookside Park off 6th Street, or hop aboard a party bus for a birthday brewery tour starting near Main Street and Duff Avenue. You can book hourly, round-trip, or multi-stop packages with no account needed in under 30 seconds. Your driver serves as the built-in designated driver from first pickup to final drop-off!
Prom & Homecoming Bus Rentals in Ames
Amescharterbuscompany.com makes it easy for parents and students to book safe, stylish prom and homecoming bus rentals in Ames for an unforgettable night! High school groups from Ames High School, Gilbert, and Nevada love our 15- to 50-passenger party buses and sprinter limos featuring color-changing LED lighting, wraparound seating, and Bluetooth sound systems. Your driver can stop for pre-dance photos at Reiman Gardens on University Boulevard, drop everyone at the venue entrance, and bring the whole group safely home afterward. Lock in your spring prom date early for the best selection and pricing!
Ames Religious Group Transportation Services
Amescharterbuscompany.com connects you with comfortable, affordable Ames religious group transportation for youth retreats, choir tours, and Sunday worship shuttles! Whether you're organizing a campus ministry trip to Hidden Acres Christian Center in Dayton or helping congregation members reach services along Grand Avenue and 24th Street without walking across icy parking lots, there's a bus in the network for you. You can request ADA-accessible buses with wheelchair lifts so every member of your fellowship rides together. Call (515) 815-6330 anytime to customize a one-way, round-trip, or multi-day retreat package!
Ames School Field Trip Charter Bus Rentals
No matter where your syllabus takes you, upgrade from bumpy yellow school buses with Ames school field trip charter bus rentals featuring seatbelts, climate control, DVD screens, and onboard restrooms! Your driver can drop students right at the circular drive for Brunnier Art Museum at the Iowa State Center or head down I-35 to the Science Center of Iowa and Blank Park Zoo in Des Moines. Prospective student groups touring Iowa State University can unload near the Memorial Union on Lincoln Way while the bus stages at the oversized lots by the stadium!
Ames Sports Team Transportation Services
Amescharterbuscompany.com helps you lock in winning Ames sports team transportation whether you're a coach moving a full roster or a fan club tailgating for the Cyclones! Visiting teams and youth tournaments playing at Hunzikar Youth Sports Complex love 56-passenger charter buses with deep undercarriage bays for coolers, pads, and equipment bags. Heading to Jack Trice Stadium or Hilton Coliseum on game day? Your bus can navigate University Boulevard traffic, drop fans near the donor and RV tailgating lots between South 4th Street and South 16th Street, or park in designated oversized spaces near the Iowa State Center so nobody waits in a post-game rideshare line!
Wedding Bus Rentals in Ames
When you book wedding bus rentals in Ames through Amescharterbuscompany.com, your guests never have to navigate rural gravel roads or hunt for downtown parking in formal wear! Set up a continuous shuttle between hotel blocks off South Duff Avenue and stunning venues like Reiman Gardens, The Prairie Moon Winery on North Dayton Avenue, or The Alumni Center on Beach Avenue. Plus, our confirmation department calls you after booking to verify every stop on your wedding timeline so the rehearsal dinner, ceremony, and bachelor/bachelorette party in Campustown run right on cue!
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If you didn't see your service above, we can still help you since we serve every event! Just call us at (515) 815-6330!
Events We Serve
Bus Rentals for Major Ames Events & Festivals
Through our massive statewide network, you can book one shuttle or a fleet of charter buses for major gatherings like Iowa State University home football games, university commencement ceremonies at Hilton Coliseum, the Ames Main Street Farmers' Market, and Octagon Art Festival! Because multiple operators compete for your trip, you aren't stuck with one company's sold-out lot during peak seasons. Reserve early or call (515) 815-6330 to keep event traffic flowing smoothly!
We serve every Ames event, big or small. Just call us at (515) 815-6330.
Serving All of Ames and Surrounding Areas
Bus Rentals in Ames and Nearby Cities
Start your trip anywhere in Story County or across the state with our Iowa service area covering Ankeny, Des Moines, Boone, Nevada, Marshalltown, Fort Dodge, Waterloo, and Cedar Rapids! Just enter your pickup city in our 30-second quote tool to see live buses and prices near you.
We serve every city around Ames!
Plan Your Trip With Confidence!
Ames Group Transportation Guides
Frequently Asked Questions About Ames Charter Bus Rentals
Not sure what to expect, how to pay, or if you've never rented a charter bus before? Let us help! Just call us at (515) 815-6330, every single day of the year.
Contact usHow much does an Ames charter bus or party bus rental cost?
The cost of your Ames bus rental depends on the vehicle size you choose, your trip duration, mileage, and the time of year (like peak May graduations or fall Cyclone football Saturdays). You can see exact live pricing for your itinerary in under 30 seconds using our online quote form with no account needed! If you only need a quick one-way transfer or less than the standard hourly minimum, call (515) 815-6330 for a custom below-minimum deal.
Does Amescharterbuscompany.com own the buses in its network?
No, and that's the whole point! Amescharterbuscompany.com is a bus rental comparison website rather than a single local bus company, so you're never limited to whatever one fleet happens to have parked in its lot on your date. You compare party buses, minibuses, charter buses, and sprinter vans from independent Iowa providers all in one place, book online through a national booking platform, and get a confirmation call to verify every detail!
Where can our charter bus drop off and park at Iowa State University and Jack Trice Stadium?
For campus tours and events near central campus, charter buses typically load and unload along Lincoln Way near the Memorial Union or at the circular drive outside Stephens Auditorium before staging in the oversized lots south of the Iowa State Center off University Boulevard. On Cyclone football game days at Jack Trice Stadium, South 4th Street and University Boulevard see heavy traffic restrictions, so buses use designated drop-off zones and pre-arranged oversized parking passes near the Iowa State Center lots. Our confirmation department will review your exact pickup and parking plan before your trip!
What types of buses can I book in Ames through Amescharterbuscompany.com?
You can compare and book 15- to 50-passenger party buses, 15- to 35-passenger minibuses (including 15, 18, 20, 25, 28, 30, and 35-passenger models), full-size 56-passenger charter buses, school buses, limos, and 11- to 14-passenger sprinter vans with a driver! Browse all bus types online with photos and prices in under 30 seconds, or request an ADA-accessible coach at no extra cost.
Can I book a last-minute or same-day bus rental in Ames?
Yes! Because Amescharterbuscompany.com connects you with a huge network of independent bus companies across Ames and central Iowa, we can accommodate same-day and last-minute trips when plans come together fast—just call the 365-day support team at (515) 815-6330 right away!
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Book Your Ames Charter Bus Today
Get a free 30-second online quote right now with one quick form and no account needed, and receive your personalized bus options by text and email! Or call the live reservation team 365 days a year at (515) 815-6330 for custom packages and exclusive discounts!