Chicago Charter Bus & Minibus Rentals

• Chicago Charter Bus Rentals at the Right Price

  Booking a charter bus rental can be expensive, but is often more convenient and cost-effective than organizing caravans or multiple rental cars. Figuring out where to start with pricing a Chicago charter bus rental may seem daunting. Don’t worry—a National Charter Bus rep can help you easily price out a rental for your Chicago trip! Call 312-392-0239 with your trip details and your dedicated representative will create a customized quote.

• Rent a Reliable Employee Shuttle Bus in Chicago

  Whether you need to keep out-of-town colleagues from having to navigate the L or want to simplify hectic commutes for employees, a shuttle bus service is the way to go. National Charter Bus offers employee shuttle services for companies of all sizes across several industries. Each shuttle can be equipped with amenities like WiFi, power outlets, TVs, and reclining seats to keep your colleagues traveling in complete comfort in Chicago. To make it even better, each shuttle will be operated by a pro driver so everyone can skip the hassle of notorious Chicago rush hour traffic.

• Private Transportation for Group Vacations and Personal Events

  Chicago is one of the best vacation destinations in the Midwest and is even one of the most-visited cities in the country. Renting a charter bus in Chicago can help keep group tours and vacations running smoothly. You won’t have to worry about parking multiple cars near Millennium Park or losing someone on the busy roads while traveling to Navy Pier. A Chicago charter bus rental will keep everyone together as your knowledgeable driver navigates the roads.

  Even if you’re Chicago locals planning an event like a birthday party, social gathering, or group staycation—National Charter Bus can help you out too. Forget about hailing multiple rideshares after a night out in RiNo or organizing guest parking at an event in Lincoln Park. We’ll make sure everyone travels, parks, and loads their Chicago bus rental free from stress.

• Safe Charter Buses for School Field Trip

  With so many museums and learning centers in the metro area, educators have an endless list of field trip destinations to pick from in Chicago. Learn about our oceans at the Shedd Aquarium, tech at the Museum of Science and Industry, or animals from around the world at Lincoln Park Zoo. National Charter Bus offers safe transportation for wherever your educational travels take your school group, scout troop, or youth group in Chicago. We make sure all of our transportation partners are thoroughly vetted and operating modern, clean, and safe charter bus rentals for your students.

• Easy Campus Transportation Around Chicago’s Universities

  High school seniors or transfer students planning a day of tours can hop between University of Chicago, Loyola, and Northwestern campuses with ease. Your academic organization can craft an itinerary of visiting campuses over multiple days and your charter bus driver will make sure you arrive at each location without a hitch.

  Current students in Chicago universities can also rely on National Charter Bus for campus shuttles. University students in need of transportation for formals, sports games, volunteer events, and academics should consider renting a bus to simplify their trip. Forget about hailing multiple rideshares for a night or waiting on volunteers to arrive while lost on Chicago roads. Have everyone travel together in one charter bus rental to any university event in Chicago.

• Professional Chicago Bus Rentals for Corporate Events

  Corporate event planners organizing conferences or conventions at massive venues like McCormick Place will need a reliable and professional guest transportation solution. National Charter Bus has worked with corporate event planners to offer shuttles to and from event spaces, hotels, airports, and business offices. We’ll work with you to craft the best fleet of charter bus rentals to service your Chicago business event. Customize your corporate shuttle schedules and we’ll ensure you have the professional transportation you need for your event.

• Chicago Sporting Event Shuttles for Fans and Teams

  Cheer on the Cubs, Bulls, White Sox, or any other major sports team in Chicago with a charter bus rental for your fan group. Parking at Wrigley Field and the United Center can be gridlocked on game days, that’s why having a charter bus rental and professional driver is the way to go! You won’t have to worry about tracking down your group as everyone is spread between multiple parking lots. Rent a charter bus, book one oversized spot, and set up a tailgate for your game!

  National Charter Bus can also provide transportation for amateur sports teams in need of an away game ride. Skip the tight sprinter vans or mom’s sedan. With a charter bus rental in Chicago, your team will have enough seats onboard for every player to stay comfy for the ride to and from the game. You’ll also have all the space you need onboard for equipment and gear.

• Chicago Wedding Shuttle Bus Rentals

  Planning a ceremony can be stressful for the happy couple-to-be, the wedding planner, and even the guests. Renting a wedding shuttle bus can lessen the wedding day stress for everyone involved. Since transportation will be taken care of, the soon-to-be newlyweds have to worry about guests getting lost, finding parking, and inevitably being late. Guests can enjoy an open bar and dance the night away without stressing about a DD or calling a rideshare service. Plan your beautiful wedding at premier Chicago venues like Greenhouse Loft or Ovation, and leave the shuttle logistics up to National Charter Bus.

• Bus Rentals for Day and Weekend Trips from Chicago

  If you need a change of scenery from Chi-town or you’re planning a tour of the Midwest, leave the transportation up to National Charter Bus. Since our network is nationwide, you can rent a bus in Chicago to travel the distance to Fort Wayne, Madison, Detroit, Indianapolis, St. Paul, and beyond. Relax in reclining seats, watch a film on your bus’s TVs, stream your favorite podcasts with free WiFi, and ride to your day or weekend trip destination.

• Book a Chicago Bus Rental for Any Group Event

  Ready to reserve a Chicago charter bus rental for an upcoming group trip? One of our helpful reservation experts will be available 24/7 to help you at 312-392-0239. Spend your day touring the Windy City and your dedicated charter bus driver will worry about how you’ll travel from stop to stop.

Chicago Charter Bus Rental FAQs

1. Where can you park a charter bus in Chicago?

Parking in some parts of Chicago can be notoriously difficult. Thankfully, we’ve compiled an entire blog post about parking a charter bus in Chicago. This blog post also includes information about designated loading and unloading zones throughout the city.

If you don’t feel like reading through the blog post, here’s the quick rundown:

-McCormick Place offers paid reserved overnight parking for motorcoaches. This lot offers in/out privileges and is likely your best bet for convenient parking.

-Additional paid lots for buses can be found near the Lincoln Park Zoo, Soldier Field, and the Museum of Science and Industry.

-Limited free street parking can be found on Canal Street, Kinzie Street, and Green Street.

More information about reserving paid parking can be found on the Chicago Park District website.

2. What is the traffic like in Chicago?

As one of the most populated and tourist-heavy cities in the country, Chicago’s traffic can be a nightmare. According to the TomTom Traffic Index, Chicago ranks as the tenth most congested city in North America.

Rush hour in Chicago usually spans from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. These are often the worst times to hit the road, especially on congested stretches along the Eisenhower Expressway (I-290) and I-90.

Keep in mind that traffic may be even heavier during busy travel months throughout the summer, holidays, and special events like Lollapalooza and Chicago Pride.

3. What are the public transportation options like in Chicago?

The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) system is the country’s second-largest public transportation system after New York City. CTA operates a rail system (referred to as the ‘L’) and bus system throughout the city. The L operates on 8 routes with 145 stations, while the bus has over 120 routes.

Water taxis are additional public transport options that are perfect for groups looking for unique views of the city. Although Chicago River and Lake Michigan water taxis are operated by private companies, tickets are open to the public to purchase. 

4. Where can my charter bus pick my group up at the airport in Chicago?

Public and private buses at O’Hare can be found at the Bus Shuttle Center directly across from the Hilton Airport location. Your charter bus driver will communicate with you based on your arrival or departure time to organize timely pickup and drop off.

5. Are there any restrictions on charter buses in Chicago?

As a major tourist destination, Chicago sees countless charter buses and other tour vehicles throughout the year. Groups traveling in Chicago should be aware of strict loading and unloading policies for charter buses. Your group can only be dropped off at designated stops near Chicago landmarks. Most loading areas have a 15-minute limit, so please make sure everyone moves as quickly as possible to allow other travel groups use of the zone.