Active operating authority, $5M+ liability
Background-checked, DOT medical
Multiple bids side-by-side
Wheelchair lift on request
Best fits for Medium Group (15-30)
- Mid-size wedding parties (bridal party + immediate family, 20 to 30 guests)
- Corporate offsites and executive team retreats (20 to 30 attendees)
- Small conference shuttles (single-vehicle hotel-to-venue loops)
- Church youth groups (typical 20 to 30 person retreat or camp trip)
- Athletic team travel (baseball squad, volleyball team, small college roster)
- Family reunion trips (multi-generation, 20 to 30 relatives)
When to upsize to the next vehicle class
- Guest count over 25 passengers plus luggage (bumps to 36-passenger midsize)
- Trips over 90 minutes where onboard restroom becomes important
- Formal weddings where guests are dressed and vehicle premium matters
Frequently asked questions
What size charter bus is best for a group of 25?
A 25-passenger minibus is the standard fit for a group of 25 passengers. Priced 550 to 800 dollars for a one-way airport transfer, 900 to 1,800 dollars for a 6-hour continuous block. Book to headcount plus 15 percent buffer for late additions and gear - a group of exactly 25 has zero margin for late-comers or heavy luggage.
How much does a charter bus for 20 people cost in Florida?
A 25-passenger minibus for a group of 20 (fits comfortably with luggage room) runs 550 to 800 dollars for a one-way airport transfer, 900 to 1,800 dollars for a 6-hour wedding shuttle block, and 1,700 to 2,400 dollars for a full 10-hour event day. Rate covers driver, fuel, tolls, luggage handling, and standard insurance.
Can a 25-passenger minibus fit at hotel porte-cocheres?
Yes for most Florida hotels. The 25-passenger minibus footprint (28 to 32 feet long) fits standard porte-cocheres and covered loading zones. For estate venues with narrow driveways or historic downtown venues (Charleston, St. Augustine), confirm loading-zone dimensions with the venue coordinator before booking.
When should we upsize from a 25 to a 36-passenger coach?
Upsize when: group headcount over 25 with luggage (25 exactly overloads the rear compartment on cruise trips), any trip over 90 minutes where onboard restroom matters, or any formal wedding where guests are dressed and vehicle premium matters. The 36-passenger midsize coach has underbody luggage bays and often onboard restroom - cost premium 20 to 40 percent above the 25-passenger.
Is a 25-passenger minibus ADA accessible?
On request. Wheelchair-lift equipped 25-passenger minibuses (typically 2 wheelchair positions) are available with 48 hours advance notice at no upcharge over the standard rate. Specify accessibility needs when booking. Same-day accessible-vehicle requests are subject to fleet availability.