56 Passenger Charter Bus
Whether you're shuttling guests to a wedding at a historic New Bedford venue, organizing a corporate group transfer to Providence or Boston, or simply need group transportation along the SouthCoast, Coachbusnewbedford.com makes it fast and easy. Fill out one quick form and instantly compare vehicles, photos, and prices from a large network of independent transportation companies serving New Bedford and the surrounding area. No account needed!
On this website, finding the right bus for your New Bedford group trip takes less than a minute. You're never stuck calling company after company, waiting on callbacks, or describing your trip over and over to five different operators. Instead, you fill out one quick form and instantly compare party buses, minibuses, and charter buses from a large network of independent transportation companies serving New Bedford, Fall River, Dartmouth, and the broader SouthCoast region, all in one place. No account needed!
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Pricing for New Bedford charter bus rentals depends on the vehicle type, your trip length, the time of year, and any special amenity requests your group has. A compact sprinter van for a small executive transfer will price very differently than a 56-passenger motorcoach for a full-day sporting event. The fastest way to get a number for your exact date and itinerary is to fill out one quick form online, or call 774-992-1830 any time and a live agent will build a custom quote around your trip!
| 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 774-992-1830. | ||||
Instead of searching for a different company for every type of trip, find options for your group here. From airport transfers and wedding shuttles to concert transportation, corporate events, and school field trips, Coachbusnewbedford.com connects you with a large network of independent transportation companies serving New Bedford and across the SouthCoast. Share your trip details once and instantly compare your options!

With one quick form, you can compare airport shuttle buses for New Bedford groups traveling through T.F. Green International Airport (PVD) (2000 Post Rd, Warwick, RI 02886), located about 40 miles southwest of downtown New Bedford via I-195 W. Groups flying into Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) (1 Harborside Dr, Boston, MA 02128) about 60 miles north via MA-24 N will find that a private charter bus keeps everyone together from pickup to terminal drop-off. At T.F. Green, the terminal curb is for immediate pickup and drop-off, so groups who need to wait can use a parking lot or the cell phone lot. T.F. Green’s pickup rules help your group coordinate its arrival, while Logan’s private bus locations direct buses to designated lower-level Arrivals curb areas.
Smaller executive groups can compare a sprinter van for a transfer. Larger groups heading to a convention or departing on a group cruise can compare full-size motorcoaches with undercarriage luggage bays and overhead storage. Whatever your group's size or airport, airport shuttle bus rentals through Coachbusnewbedford.com make comparing transfer options easy.
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Find options for your group to get to the show without the parking nightmare. Whether you're headed to a performance at the Zeiterion Performing Arts Center (684 Purchase St, New Bedford, MA 02740), catching a touring act at Amica Mutual Pavilion (1 La Salle Square, Providence, RI 02903) in Providence, or making the drive up to Fenway Park (4 Jersey St, Boston, MA 02215) for a stadium-level concert, a private concert bus rental keeps your entire group together from the first drink to the final encore. The Zeiterion’s adjacent city garage has a $5 event rate, cash only, and its vehicle entrance is at the back of the building on Acushnet Avenue.
Your group can arrive together by bus and avoid splitting into separate cars for the show.
Party buses are a fan favorite for concert nights, with options that may include a full-length bar, color-changing LED lighting, Bluetooth sound, and perimeter seating. The pregame starts the moment everyone boards, and nobody has to worry about a designated driver or surge-priced rideshares at midnight. Minibuses are a fit for smaller groups who want a private ride without the full party setup.
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Coordinating corporate group transportation in New Bedford doesn't have to be a logistical headache. Whether you're shuttling your team to a conference at the New Bedford Hotel (101 William St, New Bedford, MA 02740), arranging a group transfer for executives traveling through Providence or Boston, or organizing a multi-stop corporate event across the SouthCoast, Coachbusnewbedford.com makes it easy to compare bus options for your company's needs.
Charter buses can include onboard WiFi, power outlets, and reclining seats for your team's trip. Sprinter vans are an option for smaller executive groups. For large-scale corporate event transportation, full-size motorcoaches can carry up to 56 passengers with overhead storage, climate control, and onboard restrooms for longer rides.
You get TONS of different bus types and TONS of different packages, all from a large network of independent transportation companies serving New Bedford. Fill out one quick form to compare options, or call 774-992-1830 any time. Yes, it really is that easy!

Keep your team on schedule and out of SouthCoast traffic with an employee shuttle bus in New Bedford. The commute along I-195, Route 18, and Coggeshall Street can get congested during peak morning and evening hours, especially for employees traveling in from Fall River, Dartmouth, Fairhaven, or Acushnet. A recurring employee shuttle helps your team travel together on its daily commute.
Employees can board at a consistent pickup location, settle into a seat with WiFi and power outlets, and ride to the office together. It's a perk that can help with morale, punctuality, and retention, and Coachbusnewbedford.com makes it easy to compare options. Whether you need a compact minibus for a small team or a full-size charter bus for a large workforce, a large network of transportation companies serving New Bedford is ready to compete for your business.
Call 774-992-1830 to discuss recurring routes and custom scheduling, or fill out one quick form to see what's available for your company!

Government and military transportation calls for careful scheduling, and Coachbusnewbedford.com helps you compare bus options for your group. Whether you're coordinating personnel transfers for the Massachusetts National Guard, arranging group transportation for a municipal department, or shuttling federal employees between offices across Bristol County, a large network of transportation companies is available through this website.
Full-size charter buses are an option for large personnel movements, while minibuses and sprinter vans work for smaller transfers. Buses with ADA-accessible features are available through the network as well, just mention your requirements when you request your quote. Instead of contacting individual transportation companies one at a time, fill out one quick form and compare transportation options from a network of companies serving New Bedford.
A live support team is available every day of the year at 774-992-1830 to help you put together a custom package built around your agency's schedule and operational needs!

We make it easy to compare long-distance charter buses out of New Bedford for groups headed beyond the SouthCoast. Whether you're organizing a multi-day group trip to New York City, planning a bus tour up through Cape Cod and the Islands, or sending your team to a conference in Hartford or Portland, Maine, a full-size motorcoach gives your group a way to travel together for the long haul.
Long-distance charter buses in the network may include reclining seats, climate control, onboard WiFi, power outlets, flatscreen TVs, an onboard restroom, and undercarriage luggage storage. For multi-day trips, your group can include planned breaks and overnight stops in its itinerary. Compare long-distance bus options for New Bedford groups through Coachbusnewbedford.com in seconds, or call 774-992-1830 to build a custom itinerary around your route and group size!

Rather than splitting your group across a dozen rideshares and hoping everyone ends up at the right place at the right time, a private event bus rental in New Bedford keeps everyone together from start to finish. Birthday celebrations, anniversary dinners, family reunions, brewery crawls, graduation parties, whatever brings your group together, there's a bus option in the network for it.
New Bedford has options for private group outings. Kick off the evening with craft beers at Nantucket Brewing Company or explore the waterfront at Pier 3 before heading to dinner along Union Street. Party buses are a popular choice for nightlife-focused events, with options that may include LED lighting, a bar setup, and a sound system so the fun starts the moment you board.
Minibuses and charter buses are options for daytime outings or more low-key gatherings. Fill out one quick form to compare private event buses for New Bedford, or call 774-992-1830 and a live agent will help you put together a custom package!

Coachbusnewbedford.com helps New Bedford high schoolers plan prom night transportation. Whether your group is heading to prom at New Bedford High School (230 Hathaway Blvd, New Bedford, MA 02740) or to a venue across the SouthCoast, a private prom party bus rental keeps the whole group together rather than splitting up for separate rides.
Party buses are a popular choice for prom groups. Options may include LED lighting, a sound system, wraparound seating, and a bar setup for non-alcoholic beverages. Prom season in Bristol County fills up fast, typically late April through May, and booking early gives your group more time to compare options.
Fill out one quick form to compare prom bus options in New Bedford, or call 774-992-1830 today!

No matter the size of your congregation or faith community, Coachbusnewbedford.com makes it easy to compare group transportation options for religious events in New Bedford and beyond. Whether you're organizing a shuttle for Sunday services, coordinating transportation to a regional faith conference, planning a pilgrimage, or arranging group travel to a retreat in the Berkshires, a large network of bus companies is ready to serve your group.
Charter buses are an option for larger congregations, with seating, climate control, and a PA system that lets organizers make announcements and lead group prayer on the road. Minibuses work for smaller groups or auxiliary events. Coachbusnewbedford.com connects you with a network of independent transportation providers serving New Bedford, so you can compare options from a network of companies. Share your trip details once, compare your options, and book the bus that fits your community's schedule and budget.
Call 774-992-1830 to speak with a live agent, or fill out one quick form to see what's available for your religious group in New Bedford!

Coachbusnewbedford.com connects New Bedford schools, youth organizations, and colleges with a large network of transportation companies for school field trip bus rentals of any size. Skip the scramble for volunteer drivers and compare minibuses and charter buses with options like reclining seats, overhead storage, WiFi, and a PA system.
Plan a hands-on history day at the New Bedford Whaling Museum (18 Johnny Cake Hill, New Bedford, MA 02740), one of the largest whaling museums in the world and a natural fit for regional school groups. School groups can drop off and, when space is available, park on Bethel Street, then proceed to the Whale’s Tooth Lot after drop-off. That lets the group arrive together and gives the bus a designated place to park while students visit.
Science classes can consider the Lloyd Center for the Environment (430 Potomska Rd, Dartmouth, MA 02748); its main building is closed during renovations, though its trails are open dawn to dusk. Check options for the destination and trip type when requesting a quote. ADA-accessible buses are available through the network, just mention your needs when you request your quote.
Fill out one quick form to compare school trip buses in New Bedford, or call 774-992-1830 for help building your itinerary!

Need group transportation for your sports team or fan group in New Bedford? Coachbusnewbedford.com makes it easy to compare charter buses and minibuses for athletic travel across the SouthCoast and beyond. Whether you're moving a youth soccer team to a regional tournament in Attleboro, transporting a high school basketball squad to an away game in Brockton, or organizing a fan group for a Boston Red Sox game at Fenway Park, there's a bus option in the network for it.
Full-size motorcoaches can carry an entire team and coaching staff, with undercarriage storage for equipment bags, gear, and luggage. Onboard WiFi and TV screens are options for the trip to competition. For fan groups, a sporting event party bus may include LED lighting and a sound system to get the energy up before puck drop or first pitch.
Compare sports transportation options for New Bedford through Coachbusnewbedford.com in seconds, or call 774-992-1830 to put together a custom package for your team or fan group!

For wedding guests in New Bedford, a private wedding shuttle bus keeps the group together between hotels and venues. Parking near New Bedford's historic waterfront venues can be tight, and out-of-town guests may be unfamiliar with local streets. A private shuttle gives guests one group pickup and one ride to the venue rather than separate trips in individual cars.
New Bedford has wedding venue options for groups. The Rotch-Jones-Duff House & Garden Museum (396 County St, New Bedford, MA 02740) hosts weddings and private functions, while White's of Westport (66 State Rd, Westport, MA 02790) hosts events for groups from 15 to 1,800 and offers ample free parking. At White’s, a bus can bring wedding guests together at the venue, while its parking accommodates guests arriving separately.
Whether your ceremony and reception are at the same venue or miles apart, Coachbusnewbedford.com helps you compare shuttle options for the wedding weekend, from the rehearsal dinner to the farewell brunch. Fill out one quick form to compare wedding buses for New Bedford, or call 774-992-1830 and a live agent will help you build a transportation plan for your big day!
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T.F. Green International Airport (PVD) in Warwick, Rhode Island is the closest major airport to New Bedford, located approximately 40 miles southwest via I-195 W, typically a 45- to 55-minute drive outside of peak traffic. Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) is about 60 miles north via MA-24 N, generally a 75- to 90-minute drive depending on traffic on the Southeast Expressway. New Bedford Regional Airport (EWB) (135 Airport Rd, New Bedford, MA 02746) handles limited regional and charter flights.
For most large groups, PVD and BOS are the primary options, and a private charter bus or minibus lets the group travel together. At PVD, the terminal curb is for immediate pickup and drop-off, so groups who need to wait can use a parking lot or the cell phone lot.
Traffic in New Bedford is generally manageable compared to Boston or Providence, but there are specific corridors and times worth planning around. Route 18 through downtown and the I-195 on-ramps near the New Bedford-Fairhaven Bridge can see significant slowdowns during weekday morning rush (7–9am) and afternoon rush (4–6pm). The bridge itself is a known bottleneck, so if your bus is crossing between New Bedford and Fairhaven, allow extra time during peak hours.
Summer weekends bring additional congestion along Route 6 and near Buttonwood Park and the waterfront. For event transportation, schedule bus pickups at least 20–30 minutes before your target arrival time during busy periods.
Drop-off and parking logistics vary by venue. At the New Bedford Whaling Museum (18 Johnny Cake Hill), school groups can drop off and, when space is available, park on Bethel Street, then proceed to the Whale’s Tooth Lot after drop-off. For other museum visitors, free 15-minute parking is available in front of the entrance on William Street for guest drop-off.
For events at the Zeiterion Performing Arts Center (684 Purchase St), the adjacent city garage has a $5 event rate, cash only, with the vehicle entrance at the back on Acushnet Avenue. The garage is for visitor parking, so groups arriving by bus can coordinate a group drop-off and pickup rather than looking for oversized-vehicle parking nearby.
Charter buses cannot board the ferries to Martha's Vineyard or Nantucket, and oversized motorcoaches are not permitted aboard. However, a charter bus is an option for transporting your group from New Bedford or the surrounding area to the ferry terminal. The Steamship Authority New Bedford Terminal (1 MacArthur Drive, New Bedford, MA 02740) offers year-round ferry service to Martha's Vineyard.
Your bus can drop your group curbside at the terminal, and you can arrange a pickup on your return. It's a straightforward way to handle the land portion of an island trip. Call 774-992-1830 to set up your ferry connection transfer today!
For groups of 20–30 passengers, a 25-passenger minibus is one option to compare. Minibuses in this size range can suit groups traveling on New Bedford's downtown streets and waterfront roads, with amenities such as reclining seats, overhead storage, WiFi, power outlets, and air conditioning available among bus options. If your group is closer to 30 and you're traveling with luggage or equipment, a 40-passenger charter bus gives you extra space and undercarriage storage.
Compare both options side by side through Coachbusnewbedford.com's online tool, or call 774-992-1830 and a live agent will help you find a fit for your group and route!
Absolutely! Coachbusnewbedford.com connects groups with a network of transportation companies serving New Bedford and all of the surrounding SouthCoast region. Whether you need a bus in Fall River, Dartmouth, Fairhaven, Acushnet, Westport, Mattapoisett, or anywhere else in Bristol or Plymouth County, a large network of independent transportation companies is ready to help. You can also book transportation for groups traveling to or from Providence, Rhode Island, Cape Cod, Plymouth, Brockton, and beyond.
Check the full list of cities we serve to find group transportation near you, or fill out one quick form and see what's available for your specific pickup location!
For most New Bedford group trips, booking two to three months in advance gives you time to compare options and prices. Certain dates fill up faster than others and deserve more lead time. Prom season (late April through May) is one of the busy periods for party bus and charter bus rentals across Bristol County, so if your group is booking for prom, start comparing four to six months out or earlier.
Summer weekends near the waterfront, holiday weekends, and dates tied to major regional events also draw travelers. The earlier you compare and book through Coachbusnewbedford.com, the more time you have to review your options. Fill out one quick form to see what's available for your date, or call 774-992-1830 and a live agent will help you with your booking!