School Bus Rental
Planning a group trip out of Merced and need a school bus that actually fits your headcount? Mercedminibuscompany.com makes finding a school bus rental in Merced, California fast and completely painless. Fill out one quick form and compare school buses, minibuses, and rates from a large network of transportation companies serving Merced and the surrounding San Joaquin Valley — all in seconds, no account required. Whether you're coordinating a church group heading to Yosemite National Park (Yosemite Valley, CA 95389) on a weekend retreat, shuttling a youth sports team up CA-99 to a tournament in Modesto, or organizing a community organization outing to Lake Yosemite Regional Park (Lake Yosemite Rd, Merced, CA 95340), Mercedminibuscompany.com helps you compare the right bus for your group's exact headcount.
Call 350-503-6180 or use the 30-second online quote tool to request quotes for your Merced school bus rental today!
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Not every group trip out of Merced needs the same bus — and that's exactly why comparing across a network beats calling one company and taking whatever they have left. Through this website, you'll find Type A mini and Type B small school buses seating approximately 10–24 adults, a great fit for smaller youth groups, committee outings, or a single classroom heading to Merced Theatre (301 W Main St, Merced, CA 95340) for a field performance. When your headcount climbs, a Type C large conventional school bus seats approximately 44–48 adults — plenty of room for a full squad, a large congregation, or a multi-classroom trip rolling south on CA-99 toward Fresno.
You submit the passenger count, and the booking platform can show options for it, so you're never paying for rows of empty seats or cramming people in because one company's only available vehicle happened to be the wrong size.
Comparing school bus rentals in Merced through Mercedminibuscompany.com means you see different vehicle sizes, different operators, and different price points side by side — all from one form, all in one place. Call 350-503-6180 any time and a live agent can walk you through the options.
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Vehicles shown above are NOT the exact makes and models available for every trip. We are NOT a transportation company and do not own or operate vehicles. Photos are examples only and may show stock or typical vehicles, not the exact vehicle offered for your reservation. Fill out the online quote form or call 350-503-6180 to view current vehicle options, photos, availability, and pricing. Confirm the exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
Common Amenities Available on Merced School Bus Rentals
Heading out to Merced County Courthouse Museum (21st and N Streets, Merced, CA 95340) with a large group, or rolling east on CA-140 toward the Yosemite Gateway? The school buses listed in this network may offer features that make the ride comfortable from the moment your group boards. Depending on the vehicle you select, amenities can include overhead storage compartments, air conditioning, PA systems, and reclining or padded bench seating — all handy when your group is covering the 80-plus miles of winding road between Merced and Yosemite Valley.
Smaller Type A and Type B buses tend to be more nimble for tighter parking situations at venues like Merced Mall (700 W Olive Ave, Merced, CA 95348), while a full-size Type C coach gives larger groups the elbow room to stretch out on longer hauls.
Amenities do vary by vehicle and operator, but comparing options through this website makes it easy to find the configuration your group actually needs — without the back-and-forth of calling multiple companies one by one.
High-back vinyl bench seating
Large opening windows
Overhead interior lighting
PA/microphone system with AM/FM radio
Air conditioning on select vehicles
Under-seat storage for bags and equipment
Amenities listed above are common features that MAY be available on buses. Because we are a referral website and do NOT own or operate buses, exact features vary by vehicle, provider, and availability. After you submit your quote request, you can browse vehicle options, pricing, and available details on the results page. To confirm the exact amenities included with a specific vehicle offered for your trip, call 350-503-6180 before booking.
How much does a School Bus cost in Merced?
Merced school bus rental prices depend on your group size, your itinerary, the day of the week, and how many hours you need the bus. Here's a straightforward breakdown of what you can expect: weekday rentals run $240–$380 per hour, weekend rentals run $205–$365 per hour, and full-day packages run $1,670–$2,235. A full-day rate makes a lot of sense for groups making the long run from Merced up CA-140 into Yosemite — you're on the road for hours, and a flat daily rate keeps the budget predictable instead of watching the clock.
Smaller trips around Merced, like shuttling between the UC Merced campus (5200 North Lake Road, Merced, CA 95343) and a downtown event venue, fit neatly into an hourly package.
The fastest way to get a number for your specific date, headcount, and route is to use the online quote tool — it takes about 30 seconds and continues to a booking platform where you can compare pricing from a network of transportation providers serving Merced and the wider San Joaquin Valley. Or call 350-503-6180 and a live agent can help you start a custom quote request!
| Type of Vehicle | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day | Cost Per Mile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 exact price for your trip, request an estimate online or call 350-503-6180. | ||||
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If the School Bus doesn't fit your group's size, luggage needs, itinerary, or preferred amenities, browse the other bus types available.