Active operating authority, $5M+ liability
Background-checked, DOT medical
Multiple bids side-by-side
Wheelchair lift on request
Specifications
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Passenger capacity | 36 to 40 (plus driver) |
| Length | 35 to 40 feet |
| Luggage capacity | 36+ carry-ons plus 36 to 40 checked bags in underbody bays |
| Seat belts | 3-point on every passenger seat |
| Climate control | Overhead AC with individual vents, tinted windows |
| Onboard restroom | On some 40-passenger units, confirm at booking |
| Reclining seats | Standard |
| ADA accessibility | Wheelchair-lift equipped version available on request |
| USB/power outlets | Standard on newer vehicles |
| CDL required | Passenger endorsement + Air Brake endorsement |
Pricing
Real-world Florida pricing for the 36-Passenger Midsize Coach. Every quote is custom; these are the ranges we see across the network as of 2026-07-21.
| Scenario | Price range |
|---|---|
| Airport transfer one-way | 800 to 1,100 dollars |
| Cruise port shuttle one-way | 1,000 to 1,600 dollars |
| 6-hour wedding shuttle continuous block | 1,200 to 2,400 dollars |
| Full 10-hour event day | 1,800 to 3,200 dollars |
| Multi-day tour (per day) | 1,500 to 2,800 dollars per day |
Best use cases
- Wedding shuttles for 100 to 140 guests with single-loop coverage
- Corporate incentive trips and conference shuttles
- High school and college sports team travel with gear
- Faith-based tours and mission trip groups
- Multi-day motorcoach tours with luggage
Frequently asked questions
When should we book a 36-passenger coach instead of a 25 or 55?
Book a 36-passenger coach when your group is 26 to 40 people. A 25-passenger minibus is undersized; a 55-passenger motorcoach is oversized (paying for 15 to 30 empty seats). The 36-passenger midsize is the sweet spot for wedding shuttles 100 to 140 guests (single loop), corporate teams of 30 to 40, and church groups 25 to 40.
Does a 36-passenger coach have underbody luggage bays?
Yes. Unlike minibuses (which store luggage in a rear compartment), the 36-passenger midsize coach carries luggage in underbody bays similar to a full motorcoach. Capacity: 36 to 40 checked bags plus 36 carry-ons. Ideal for cruise groups, multi-day tours, and airport arrivals with heavy luggage.
How much does a 36-passenger midsize coach cost per day?
A 36-passenger midsize coach runs 800 to 1,100 dollars for a one-way airport transfer, 1,200 to 2,400 dollars for a 6-hour continuous block, and 1,800 to 3,200 dollars for a full 10-hour event day. Multi-day tour pricing runs 1,500 to 2,800 dollars per day. Cost per passenger drops from 33 dollars (25-pass minibus) to 22 dollars (36-pass midsize) at full capacity.
Does the 36-passenger coach have a bathroom?
Some 40-passenger midsize coaches have onboard restrooms; smaller 36-passenger units typically do not. Confirm at booking if your trip is over 90 minutes and a restroom is required. For trips under 90 minutes, most groups do not need onboard restroom access.
Can a 36-passenger coach access most Florida venues?
Yes for standard venues. The 36-passenger midsize footprint (35 to 40 feet long) fits most Florida hotel and venue loading zones. For narrow historic streets (Old Town Charleston, downtown St. Augustine, Old Town Kissimmee), confirm loading-zone width with the venue coordinator. Full 55-passenger motorcoaches are more likely to have access issues.