Coach Bus Prices: How Much Does a Yakima Coach Bus Rental Cost?

If you’re looking for the most affordable bus rental option in Yakima, you may want to consider booking a minibus. These smaller buses can seat anywhere from 15 to 35 passengers, making them perfect for shuttling wedding guests between venues in downtown Yakima, transporting employees to job sites in Terrace Heights, or taking students on field trips to the Yakima Area Arboretum. Minibus rental prices typically range from $150 to $300 per hour, or $1,400 to $2,400 per day.

For larger groups or longer trips, a full-size coach bus is the best choice. These 40- to 56-passenger buses are ideal for school trips to Seattle, sports team transportation to Spokane, or corporate events at the Yakima Convention Center. Coach bus rental prices start at $170 per hour and can go up to $500 per hour during peak season. Daily rates range from $1,800 to $3,800, depending on the length of your trip and the amenities you require.

The main factors that affect your Yakima bus rental price are:

• Travel Dates: Yakima sees its highest demand for charter buses during the spring and summer months, especially from April through September. This is when local schools are planning end-of-year field trips to the Yakima Area Arboretum, Franklin Park, or even longer excursions to Seattle or Spokane. Wedding season is also in full swing, with popular venues like Gilbert Cellars and the Cascades Gardens booking up fast. If you’re traveling during these peak months, especially around major events like the Central Washington State Fair in late September, expect to pay higher rates due to increased demand. Conversely, winter months (November through February) tend to be less expensive unless you’re booking around the holidays.
• Trip Duration and Distance: The length of your trip and the total mileage covered will significantly impact your quote. Local trips within Yakima—such as shuttling guests between downtown hotels and the Yakima Convention Center or running a loop between Union Gap shopping centers and Selah high schools—are usually billed by the hour with a minimum of 4-5 hours. Longer journeys, like taking a youth sports team to a tournament in Tri-Cities or a wine tour group to Walla Walla, are priced by the day or by total mileage. Multi-day trips that require extensive travel across Washington State will cost more, especially if overnight accommodations for the driver are needed.
• Pickup Location: Where your trip starts can affect your price. If you’re being picked up in Yakima, Union Gap, or Selah, you’ll pay less than if the bus has to come from another city like Ellensburg or Richland. That’s because you’ll be charged for the time and distance it takes for the bus to get to you (known as “deadhead”). To save money, always start and end your trip in the same location.
• Group Size and Bus Type: The size of your group determines the type of bus you’ll need. Larger groups will require a full-size coach bus, which is more expensive than a minibus or sprinter van. However, it’s usually cheaper to rent one big bus than two smaller ones. If you’re not sure what size bus you need, just ask our team!
• Amenities: Buses come with different features like WiFi, power outlets, TVs, restrooms, and luggage storage. The more amenities you want, the higher the price. Premium options like party buses or entertainer coaches cost more than standard models. Let us know what features are important to you, and we’ll get you a bus that fits your budget.
• Seasonal Demand: Yakima’s peak season for charter bus rentals is spring and summer, when schools are in session and the weather is perfect for outdoor events. During this time, rates are higher due to increased demand. If you’re planning a trip during the off-season (fall or winter), you may be able to get a better deal.

Other factors that can affect your price include tolls, parking fees, and driver gratuity (usually 10-20%). If you have any questions about what’s included in your quote, just ask!