Chattanooga Field Trip Charter Bus Rentals

For more than 15 years, the team at Chattanooga Charter Bus Rentals has helped teachers, students, and chaperones enjoy safe, comfortable field trip transportation across Tennessee. From hands-on science adventures at the Tennessee Aquarium (1 Broad St, Chattanooga, TN 37402) to exploring the historic depths of Ruby Falls (1720 S Scenic Hwy, Chattanooga, TN 37409), we've moved thousands of local schools, youth groups, and scout troops without missing a beat.

Our fleet offers everything from minibuses to full-size motorcoaches, so you can match your headcount and budget without sacrificing quality. Every ride includes reclining seats, strong A/C, TV monitors, WiFi, and power outlets-perfect for keeping students comfortable on the way to the Creative Discovery Museum (321 Chestnut St, Chattanooga, TN 37402) or recharging after a long day at Lookout Mountain.

We operate 24/7/365, which means you can book a single-day trip, an overnight adventure, or even a multi-stop tour anywhere in the region. Pricing is transparent, service is reliable, and experience is what sets us apart.

Ready to plan your next field trip? Call our team anytime at 423-208-9470 or use our online quote tool for custom pricing in seconds. One call handles it all-that's the Chattanooga Charter Bus Rentals difference.


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Years Operating
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Vehicles in Fleet
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Trips Completed
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Star Service

Providing Field Trip Transportation Since 2011

Since 2011, the Chattanooga Charter Bus Rentals team has helped schools, youth groups, and scouts explore top local attractions like the Tennessee Aquarium (1 Broad St, Chattanooga, TN 37402), where drivers wait at the bus staging area near Riverfront Parkway; the Hunter Museum of American Art (10 Bluff View St, Chattanooga, TN 37403); and the Chattanooga Zoo (301 N Holtzclaw Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37404). Teachers love that every charter bus includes features like overhead PA systems for announcements, TV monitors to play educational videos, and reclining seats with footrests to keep students comfortable on long rides. Your destination may be the Creative Discovery Museum, Reflection Riding Arboretum, or even the historic Southern Belle Riverboat, but your field trip truly starts the moment you hit the road. With a private Chattanooga charter bus rental, your group can review the day's itinerary, play trivia games about marine life before reaching the aquarium, or sing along to a favorite soundtrack-all en route to an unforgettable adventure.

comfortable charter bus seats
comfortable charter bus seats
Our Fleet

Bus Options Perfect for Any Field Trip Transportation Need in Chattanooga

It's easy to book a charter bus for school field trips in Chattanooga when you choose us! Call our 24/7 team and one of our experts will build a custom itinerary with a vehicle that's right for your trip and a quote that fits your budget. From sprinter vans for small campus tours at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga to full-size coaches for magnet school science trips to the Tennessee Aquarium, we have aChattanoogacharbusrentalthat's right for you. Best of all, you can enjoy built-in amenities like WiFi, TV screens, onboard restrooms, and even ADA features upon request to keep every ride comfortable. When you speak with one of our reservation experts, you'll get a quote that's tailored to your exact headcount, list of stops, and any special requests for your school field trip transportation.

15 Passenger Minibus

Starting at $155/hr

15 Passenger Party Bus

Starting at $155/hr

18 Passenger Minibus

Starting at $165/hr

18 Passenger Party Bus

Starting at $165/hr

20 Passenger Minibus

Starting at $175/hr

20 Passenger Party Bus

Starting at $175/hr

25 Passenger Minibus

Starting at $185/hr

25 Passenger Party Bus

Starting at $185/hr

28 Passenger Minibus

Starting at $195/hr

28 Passenger Party Bus

Starting at $195/hr

30 Passenger Minibus

Starting at $205/hr

30 Passenger Party Bus

Starting at $205/hr

35 Passenger Minibus

Starting at $215/hr

40 Passenger Party Bus

Starting at $215/hr

50 Passenger Charter Bus

Starting at $225/hr

50 Passenger Party Bus

Starting at $225/hr

54 Passenger Charter Bus

Starting at $230/hr

55 Passenger Charter Bus

Starting at $235/hr

56 Passenger Charter Bus

Starting at $235/hr

Sprinter Limo

Starting at $165/hr

Sprinter Van

Starting at $160/hr

Field Trip Transportation Services Available in Chattanooga and the Following Cities

Chattanooga Charter Bus Rentals provides reliable, fully-insured field trip transportation across Hamilton County and beyond. While we serve the entire Chattanooga area, including Hixson High School's annual Tennessee Aquarium trips and Ooltewah Middle School excursions to the Creative Discovery Museum, our reach extends far past the Scenic City. We regularly handle CCS and HCDE district-approved trips, but our network allows us to coordinate long-distance travel without stretching school budgets on multiple sprinter vans.

Whether you need a Knoxville charter bus rental for a University of Tennessee campus tour, a Memphis charter bus for a Stax Museum visit, or a Nashville charter bus for the Adventure Science Center, we've got you covered. We also offer Birmingham charter bus services for trips to the McWane Science Center and Atlanta charter bus rentals for the Georgia Aquarium-all manageable as single-day itineraries from Chattanooga. Every vehicle includes a licensed, vetted driver to keep your trip running on time.

Chattanooga Charter Bus Rentals for Field Trips & Museum Visits

Teachers and chaperones love the ease of a Chattanooga charter bus for field trips around the Scenic City. Instead of splitting students into carpools or cramming into outdated school buses, your group can enjoy a modern motorcoach with WiFi to stream educational videos, power outlets to keep devices charged, and reclining seats for comfort after a long day of exploring. You can even request a minibus for shorter trips or if you have a smaller group of high schoolers or college students.

Plan a hands-on science adventure at the Tennessee Aquarium (1 Broad St, Chattanooga, TN 37402)-one of the nation's top-rated aquariums-where your driver will utilize the bus loading zone by the River Journey building on Broad Street. Other popular field trip destinations include the Creative Discovery Museum (321 Chestnut St, Chattanooga, TN 37402), where free bus parking is available on West 3rd Street, and historic train rides at the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum. You can also take your class on a full-day excursion to the Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park (3370 Lafayette Rd, Fort Oglethorpe, GA 30742) without worrying about who will drive or if there's enough parking passes for all students.

charter bus seats
charter bus seats
passenger boarding our charter bus
passenger boarding our charter bus

Chattanooga Charter Bus Rentals for Proms & Homecoming in Chattanooga, Tennessee

Chaperones and school administrators love the assurance that comes with a private transportation for school dances. Instead of worrying about who is driving or where students are parking, a Chattanooga charter bus rental keeps everyone together and on schedule. When your school hosts its annual winter formal or homecoming dance at the Chattanooga Convention Center (1 Carter St, Chattanooga, TN 37402) or hotel ballrooms downtown, you won't have to stress about the bottleneck of cars dropping off students. Your driver will know exactly when and where to drop off your group, and they'll be waiting when it's time to head out. Plus, with amenities like reclining seats, climate control, and TVs with DVD players, students can enjoy a pre-party atmosphere on the drive there and relax on the way home. It's a win-win for parents, students, and administrators alike!

For smaller groups, a minibus offers many of the same comforts without the need for a full-size motorcoach.

Sports Travel for Schools and Colleges in Chattanooga, Tennessee

Local teams and athletic departments can also use a charter bus in Chattanooga for sports travel. A youth sports team can use a minibus to get to practice at the South Chattanooga Youth and Family Development Center (1151 W 40th St, Chattanooga, TN 37409), while high school teams can use full-size coaches to transport their entire roster to important games at Red Bank High School (640 Morrison Springs Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37415) or Brainerd High School (1020 N Moore Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37411). You can also book a charter bus for trips to the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (615 McCallie Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37403)-whether it's to support the Mocs or for a campus tour-or arrange charter bus rentals in Knoxville for UT game days.

passenger on charter bus
passenger on charter bus
happy charter bus passenger
happy charter bus passenger

Charter Buses for College Tours in Chattanooga, Tennessee

Chattanooga's University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) campus draws a lot of first-time students, and so do the city's other higher ed institutions like Chattanooga State Community College and Tennessee Temple University. We can provide your high school seniors with a reliable ride around the city so they can see which campus feels like home. Our charter buses are perfect for college tours because they include features like reclining seats, WiFi hotspots, power outlets, and overhead storage. Your students can ride from the high school gym to the UTC tour group meeting point at 752 Vine St, Chattanooga, TN 37403 without missing a beat.

We also provide charter bus rentals for Chattanooga-area schools that want to tour colleges out of town. Did you know that Chattanooga is within a two-hour drive of several major universities? You can plan a full day of tours at the University of Georgia, Georgia Tech, or Middle Tennessee State University. Just tell us your itinerary when you call, and we'll make sure your group stays together and on schedule. Instead of worrying about who's driving or where to park, your students can focus on exploring campus and picturing their future.

2026 Field Trip Transportation Rates

How Much Does Field Trip Transportation in Chattanooga Cost?

The table below compares estimated Field Trip Transportation transportation rates in Chattanooga by vehicle type so you can review typical hourly, daily, and mileage costs.

Estimated Field Trip Transportation transportation rates in Chattanooga by vehicle type
Type of Bus Per Hour Per Day Per Mile
Coach Bus $180 – $485 $1,400 – $3,800 $4.50 – $8.75
Minibus $135 – $475 $1,350 – $3,650 $5.00 – $8.50
School Bus $150 – $465 $1,350 – $3,550 $5.00 – $7.50
Shuttle Bus $135 – $475 $1,350 – $3,650 $5.00 – $7.50
Sprinter Van $135 – $445 $1,350 – $3,350 $5.00 – $7.50
Party Bus $135 – $545 $1,350 – $3,750 $5.00 – $7.50
Final Field Trip Transportation pricing depends on trip timing, stop count, route distance, passenger total, and vehicle availability.
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