Frequently Asked Questions About Renting a Charter Bus in Columbus, Ohio

How much does a Columbus charter bus rental cost?

The cost of a charter bus rental in Columbus will vary depending on a number of factors unique to your trip, such as passenger count, trip duration, and time of year. We’ve created a handy Columbus charter bus pricing guide that goes through some of these factors and how they can affect the cost of a bus rental in Columbus, but you’ll need to call our 24/7 reservation team at (380) 262-2158 for an exact quote.

 

What’s included in my charter bus quote?

Your charter bus quote includes:

Your charter bus quote does NOT include:

 

How much should I tip my driver?

Tipping your charter bus driver is not required but is highly recommended as a way to thank them for a job well done. If you would like to leave a tip for your charter bus driver, industry standard is 5-10% of your total trip cost in cash.

 

Is a deposit required?

Yes. A non-refundable, 10% deposit is due upon booking to secure your Columbus charter bus rental, which will be applied towards your final balance. The remaining balance will be due 14 days prior to your trip date.

 

What is your cancellation policy?

Should you need to cancel, we can provide a full refund (excluding the non-refundable deposit) if you cancel at least 72 hours before your trip date. If you cancel with less than 72 hours notice, we will be unable to refund any part of your trip.

 

Do you offer single tickets for solo travelers?

No, we do not offer single tickets. Our Central Ohio bus rental services are designed for fully private group transportation, and as such we do not offer single tickets for solo travelers.

 

Can I wrap the bus?

Absolutely, just let us know if this is something you’re interested in when you call (extra fees may apply).

 

Can I drink alcohol onboard?

Yes, passengers aged 21 and older are welcome to drink alcohol onboard, just let us know beforehand so we can inform your driver. Make sure to keep the bus tidy, as you may be subject to a minimum $250 cleaning fee if there is a mess left behind.

 

Does my group need to clean the charter bus after our trip?

We’ll take care of any deep cleaning, but we do ask groups to throw away trash and clean up any spills or food crumbs before the end of your trip to avoid a minimum $250 cleaning fee. We recommend bringing along a couple of large trash bags and paper towels (some groups will also bring Lysol wipes if they anticipate sticky-ness) to be prepared for any potential spills.

 

I have a CDL, can I drive my Columbus bus rental?

No, passengers are not permitted to operate our vehicles. For everyone’s safety and convenience, each Columbus Ohio Charter Bus Company bus rental includes the services of a trained charter bus driver to handle all of the transportation logistics for you. Rest assured your driver will have their Commercial Drivers License with Passenger Endorsement, a clean background check, and spotless motor vehicle history record to keep you safe every step of the way.