Austin Charter Bus & Minibus Rentals

Plan Your Next Trip to Austin

Group trips to Austin can be a lot of fun, especially when you’ve got a big group of friends or family members to travel with; what’s not so fun is planning transportation for a large number of people. National Charter Bus makes it easy to schedule seamless group transportation to all Austin destinations, no matter what you’re traveling for. For a free quote on the best group travel options, call us today at 512-548-6019!

Austin Itinerary Suggestions

Austin is known for its eclectic museums and art galleries, world-class barbecue, unbeatable live music venues, and some of the best opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. Though you can’t truly experience all of the city’s best in one trip, there are a few stops you won’t want to miss. Below, we’ve listed some of our top choices, essential for any trip to Austin.

Why Book a Charter Bus?

Though Capital Metro and rideshare services are available in Austin, they can make it difficult to remain organized when you’re traveling with a group. Public transportation runs on fixed schedules and can easily separate your group, while rideshare apps can only carry a few group members at one time.

National Charter Bus books buses in a variety of sizes to help streamline group transportation in Austin for groups of all types. We charter minibuses capable of holding as few as 18 passengers, full-sized charter buses designed to hold up to 56 passengers, and sizes in-between such as our 20- and 25-passenger minibus models to comfortably accommodate any group.

When you book a bus, you can choose from premium amenities such as air conditioning for the intense Texas heat, entertainment add-ons, WiFi, reclining seats, panoramic windows, and even on-board restrooms for long trips. You’ll also be paired with a professional driver who will ensure that your group travels effortlessly to all of your Austin destinations.

Your personal bus will help streamline all of your group’s transportation throughout your trip. Whether you’re in town for a wedding, taking your students on a field trip, traveling with family & friends, attending a corporate convention, or even planning an outing for your retirement community, we’ve got everything you need to transport your group with ease.

Best Destinations in Austin, Texas:

Live Music Venues

Known officially as the “Live Music Capital of the World,” you can’t come to Austin without witnessing at least one live show. Thanks to influencers such as Willie Nelson and Townes Van Zandt, Austin’s club scene began to grow rapidly in the ‘70s and ‘80s, planting the seeds for what would later become the American city with the most live music venues per capita. Festivals such as the annual SXSW music festival also help to keep the city’s music scene alive.

Whether you’re coming in just for the night or you’re planning to stay for a while, National Charter Bus will make sure that you’re secured reliable transportation to however many live shows you plan to see in Austin. Stay out for as long as you’d like-- your driver will be available to transport you to different venues and bring you back to your hotel when the night’s wrapping up.

Pete’s Dueling Piano Bar

Address: 421 E 6th Street, Austin, TX 78701

Phone: (512) 472-7383

Esther’s Follies

Address: 525 E 6th Street, Austin, TX 78701

Phone: (512) 320-0553

C-Boy’s Heart & Soul

Address: 2008 S Congress Avenue, Austin, TX 78704

Phone: (512) 215-0023

The White Horse

Address: 500 Comal Street, Austin, TX 78702

Phone: (512) 554-6756

The Continental Club

Address: 1315 S Congress Avenue, Austin, TX 78704

Phone: (512) 441-2444

Carousel Lounge

Address: 1110 E 52nd Street, Austin, TX 78723

Phone: (512) 452-6790

Keeping Austin Weird

Known unofficially for the phrase “Keep Austin Weird,” the town is home to eclectic art collections, museums filled with oddities, graffiti showcases, and more. Many of these off-the-wall places are run by locals who are committed to keeping true to Austin’s roots, making sure to live every day by the city’s most popular phrase.

Don’t leave Austin without throwing a few of these unique stops into your itinerary. We’ll work with you to finalize your plans and handle all transportation logistics so you can focus on all of the truly unique oddities that keep Austin weird.

HOPE Outdoor Gallery

Address: 1101 Baylor Street, Austin, TX 78703

Lala’s Little Nugget

Address: 2207 Justin Lane, Austin, TX 78757

Phone: (512) 487-5297

Museum of the Weird

Address: 412 E 6th Street, Austin, TX 78701

Phone: (512) 476-5493

Cathedral of Junk

Address: 4422-4424 Lareina Drive, Austin, TX 78745

Phone: (512) 299-7413

Uncommon Objects

Address: 1602 Fortview Road, Austin, TX 78704

Phone: (512) 442-4000

Outdoor Activities

Austin is an outdoor lover’s paradise, with multiple rivers, lakes, parks, and the nearby Texas Hill Country at your disposal. The overall pleasant weather and ample opportunities to enjoy the outdoors make this a perfect destination for those who love to hike, bike, run, kayak, and enjoy the sun. If you’re heading in for more than just time outside, we’ll make sure your itinerary progresses on schedule so that you can soak up the sun and make it back to your convention, meeting, family reunion, or other Austin event without missing a beat.

Lady Bird Lake

Address: Interstate 35, Mopac Bridge, Austin, TX 78704

Mount Bonnell

Address: 3800 Bonnell Drive, Austin, TX 78731

Phone: (512) 974-6700

Zilker Park

Address: 2100 Barton Springs Road, Austin, TX 78704

Phone: (512) 974-6700

Nightlife

The most famous Austin nightlife spots can be found down Sixth Street, often compared to New Orleans’s Bourbon Street and known affectionately as “Dirty Sixth” by locals and visitors alike. While there’s certainly nothing wrong with this particular stretch, many locals would recommend branching out to experience some of Austin’s best nightlife.

While you’re out with your friends, we’ll be your DD so that everyone can celebrate without worrying about how they’ll get home. Your driver will safely transport you to each stop and make sure that everyone returns to your hotel when the night’s wrapping up.

Midnight Cowboy

Address: 313 E 6th Street, Austin, TX 78701

Phone: (512) 843-2715

Austin Karaoke

Address: 6808 N Lamar Boulevard, Austin, TX 78752

Phone: (512) 323-9822

Deep Eddy Cabaret

Address: 2315 Lake Austin Boulevard, Austin, TX 78703

Phone: (512) 472-0961

Kingdom

Address: 103 E 5th Street, Austin, TX 78701

Phone: (512) 522-0116

Casino El Camino

Address: 517 E 6th Street, Austin, TX 78701

Phone: (512) 469-9330

History

As the capital of the state of Texas, Austin has plenty of history to explore, from the Capitol building to the Governor’s Mansion to multiple stories about how the city and state became what they are today. Throw in a few of these attractions for the history buffs in your group, or use them as ideas for your upcoming field trip. Whether you want your trip to be all about history or you’re just looking to squeeze in a quick stop at the Capitol, we’ll keep you running on schedule:

Texas State Capitol

Address: 1100 S Congress Avenue, Austin, TX 78704

Phone: (512) 463-0063

Governor’s Mansion

Address: 1010 Colorado Street, Austin, TX 78701

Phone: (512) 305-8524

Texas State Cemetery

Address: 909 Navasota Street, Austin, TX 78702

Phone: (512) 463-0605

French Legation

Address: 802 San Marcos Street, Austin, TX 78702

Phone: (512) 472-8180

Neill-Cochran House

Address: 2310 San Gabriel Street, Austin, TX 78705

Phone: (512) 478-2335

Kid-Friendly Destinations

Make sure the kids in your group are able to enjoy their trip to Austin as well with these kid-friendly attractions. Here, you’ll find plenty of opportunities to get your kids outside, teach them something new about the world around them, and encourage them to try new things. Between stops, kids will stay entertained with WiFi, power outlets, and televisions with DVD players on your bus, ensuring a stress-free trip for everyone.

Thinkery

Address: 1830 Simond Avenue, Austin, TX 78723

Phone: (512) 469-6200

Peter Pan Mini-Golf

Address: 1207 Barton Springs Road, Austin, TX 78704

Phone: (512) 472-1033

Austin Zoo

Address: 10808 Rawhide Trail, Austin, TX 78736

Phone: (512) 288-3972

Austin Nature & Science Center

Address: 2389 Stratford Drive, Austin, TX 78746

Phone: (512) 974-3888

Bullock Texas State History Museum

Address: 1800 Congress Avenue, Austin, TX 78701

Phone: (512) 936-8746

Food

Known for its take on Texas barbecue, some would go so far as to say that Austin is the “Barbecue capital of the state,” though we’ll leave it up to you to verify that distinction for yourself. While you’re planning your trip, don’t forget to plan enough time for essential food and drink breaks-- and with the myriad of barbecue to be found in Austin, you won’t want to miss out on any opportunities to taste local brisket, ribs, sausage, coleslaw, potato salad, and more.

Not in the mood for this classic southern cuisine? Add to your itinerary instead a few Tex-Mex restaurants, another Austin specialty. You’ll also find plenty of food trucks sprinkled throughout the city, offering all types of cuisines. After each meal, your driver will be ready to transport your group to your next attraction or back to your hotel for a satisfying post-meal nap.

Las Cazuelas

Address: 1701 E Cesar Chavez Street, Austin, TX 78702

Phone: (512) 479-7911

Valentina’s Tex Mex BBQ

Address: 11500 Manchaca Road, Austin, TX 78745

Phone: (512) 221-4248

Franklin Barbecue

Address: 900 E 11th Street, Austin, TX 78702

Phone: (512) 653-1187

Stiles Switch BBQ & Brew

Address: 6610 N Lamar Boulevard, Austin, TX 78757

Phone: (512) 380-9199

Jack Allen’s Kitchen

Address: 7720 Highway 71 West, Austin, TX 78735

Phone: (512) 852-8558

Hotels

Whether you’re looking for something swanky and luxurious or down-home and cozy, Austin offers plenty of hotel choices to satisfy any traveler. We’ll keep your hotel connected to nearby convention centers, attractions, parks, restaurants, and more, making it easy to keep your entire group moving smoothly during the day, no matter what your itinerary has in store.

The Driskill

Address: 604 Brazos Street, Austin, TX 78701

Phone: (512) 439-1234

Four Seasons Hotel Austin

Address: 98 San Jacinto Boulevard, Austin, TX 78701

Phone: (512) 478-4500

Archer Hotel Austin

Address: 3121 Palm Way, Austin, TX 78758

Phone: (512) 836-5700

Hotel San José

Address: 1316 S Congress Avenue, Austin, TX 78704

Phone: (512) 444-7322

Firehouse Hostel

Address: 605 Brazos Street, Austin, TX 78701

Phone: (512) 201-2522

Plan Your Austin Trip Today

Ready to finalize your trip plans? Call National Charter Bus at 512-546-6019 to speak to one of our 24-hour reservation specialists and receive your free, no-obligation quote. Trust us to find the best bus for your group at the best possible rate. We’re always happy to help organize your trip logistics and make your Austin trip unforgettable!