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Dalton Charter Bus Prices
Cross group transportation headaches off your list! While the cost of a Dalton charter bus rental isn't one-size-fits-all, you can compare personalized quotes in seconds right online through our form—and below you'll learn what affects rates and how to score the best deals!
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- Great dealson every bus size
- Same dayrentals for last-minute plans in Dalton
- Up to 56passengers on one charter bus, plus minibuses and vans
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Our Pricing & Rates
Dalton Charter Bus Rental Pricing
| Type of Vehicle | Cost Per Hour (Weekdays)* | Cost Per Hour (Weekends)* | Cost Per Day* | Cost Per Mile* |
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| 56 Passenger Charter Bus | $205–$385+ | $225–$410+ | $1,650–$2,950+ | $6.20–$8.95+ |
| 35 Passenger Minibus | $225–$370+ | $255–$385+ | $1,815–$2,415+ | $6.20–$8.95+ |
| 30 Passenger Minibus | $205–$365+ | $240–$380+ | $1,670–$2,335+ | $5.90–$8.60+ |
| 28 Passenger Minibus | $190–$355+ | $220–$370+ | $1,540–$2,255+ | $5.65–$8.25+ |
| 25 Passenger Minibus | $190–$350+ | $195–$365+ | $1,420–$2,180+ | $5.40–$7.90+ |
| 20 Passenger Minibus | $190–$340+ | $190–$355+ | $1,300–$2,080+ | $5.15–$7.50+ |
| 18 Passenger Minibus | $190–$330+ | $190–$350+ | $1,210–$1,990+ | $5.00–$7.25+ |
| 15 Passenger Minibus | $180–$310+ | $180–$330+ | $1,150–$1,880+ | $4.75–$6.95+ |
| 15-50 Passenger Party Bus | $248–$426+ | $265–$460+ | $1,827–$2,954+ | $6.75–$9.95+ |
| Sprinter Van with Driver | $190–$373+ | $218–$466+ | $1,395–$2,848+ | $5.00–$6.95+ |
*Rates shown are general estimates from one of the largest networks of independent bus companies serving Dalton. Your exact price depends on your travel date, trip length, and the bus you pick—and you can see it in under 30 seconds on your online quote, with no account needed! Standard hourly minimums are typically 2 hours Monday through Wednesday (or earlier in the day), 3+ hours after 5 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, and up to 5 hours on peak dates.
Book Ahead
Peak Dalton Dates: When Prices and Minimums Go Up
Waiting until the last minute during spring prom season, Dalton State College graduations, or big fall events at the Dalton Convention Center means higher rates and hourly minimums. Lock in your bus early so independent operators compete for your business!
| Peak Date | Date or Season |
|---|---|
| Chattanooga Mocs Men's Basketball Home Games | November 9, 2026 – February 24, 2027 |
| Chattanooga Mocs Women's Basketball Home Games | November 2, 2026 – February 23, 2027 |
| Atlanta Falcons Home Games | Nov 15, Dec 6 & Dec 26 or 27, 2026, then Jan 3, 2027 |
| Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Football Home Games | Nov 7 & Nov 21, 2026 |
| Atlanta Hawks Home Games | October 28, 2026 – April 9, 2027 |
| Jacksonville State Gamecocks Football Home Games | Nov 7 & Nov 21, 2026 |
| Dragon Con | September 2–6, 2027 (Thursday–Monday) |
| ARTS FEST | September 2027 |
| Prom season | April–May 2027 |
| Homecoming season | September–October 2026 |
Event dates can change, so check yours before you book.
Before You Book
What's Included in Dalton Charter Bus Prices?
What you see on your Dalton group transportation quote includes the hourly or daily rate for your vehicle and a driver's pay. You'll get complete pricing transparency right on your screen with zero hidden fees!
What's Included in Your Price
- Your bus and its driver
- Your driver's gratuity
- Use of the bus for the hours or miles you book
- Unlimited stops during your booked time
- An instant booking confirmation, then a call from the confirmation team to verify your itinerary
- Your driver's contact information before your trip date
Extra Costs: Tolls, Parking, Tax & Driver Hotel
- Tolls and parking
- The driver's hotel room each night of an overnight trip, which you book
- A second driver, when your itinerary needs one
- Overtime past your booked hours, billed by the hour
- Extra charges if your final drop-off isn't near your pickup
- Changes to your date, time or route, which may cost more
Charter Bus Fees to Avoid
- No smoking: violations bring a fine.
- A surcharge applies for vomit incidents.
- Your group pays for any damage it causes.
Know Before You Pay
A Note on Payment Terms for Dalton Bus Rentals
Make your reservation right online through the national booking platform by putting down a deposit to lock in your bus and travel date! Your remaining trip balance is simply paid in full before your departure day arrives.
How Can I Pay?
- All major credit cards are accepted, including Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover.
- Corporate or custom billing is set up by phone with the booking company.
Can I Cancel and Get a Refund?
- Cancellations and refunds follow the national booking company's terms, which you'll see before you book.
- Read them before you pay.
What If My Plans Change or Run Over?
- Your booked hours are the minimum you pay, so book enough time for your event.
- Overtime is billed by the hour, and only if the bus is free to stay.
- Date, time and route changes aren't guaranteed. You can upgrade to a bigger bus if one is available, but downgrades aren't allowed.
What Affects Your Price
6 Factors That Affect Dalton Charter Bus Prices
Why does one group pay a few hundred dollars for a quick shuttle along I-75 while another pays more for a weekend trip? Because bus types and itineraries vary, operators calculate rates based on your exact schedule, headcount, and route. Here is a breakdown of the six main factors that shape your Dalton charter bus quote!
Factor 1: The Type of Bus
If you're booking for a small executive group, a sprinter van with a driver or an 18-passenger minibus costs less than a larger coach. Need to move a big crowd or a sports roster? A 56-passenger charter bus with an onboard restroom and luggage bays or a party bus with LED lighting and wraparound seating will have a higher rate. You choose the exact vehicle that fits YOUR budget!
Factor 2: Your Trip's Length and Mileage
We help you compare hourly, one-way, round-trip, and multi-day packages built around how far and how long you travel! Local Dalton shuttles are typically billed by the hour, while long-distance charter bus rentals to Atlanta or Chattanooga factor in total mileage.
Factor 3: When in the Year You Travel
When demand spikes across Whitfield County in April, May, and October for school field trips, wedding shuttles, and major flooring industry trade shows, bus rates increase. Traveling during quieter winter months or booking several months ahead helps you snag lower prices! Either way, our network of independent providers competes to give you a great deal.
Factor 4: Where Your Trip Starts and Ends
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Factor 5: Tolls, Parking, and Route Fees
With one search, you'll see upfront base pricing for your bus and driver, while outside route expenses are handled separately so you never overpay on a flat estimate. Bridge or highway tolls, venue parking permits at places like Heritage Point Park or out-of-town stadiums, and an overnight hotel room for your driver on multi-day trips are paid directly as needed. Plus, a confirmation department verifies every stop after you book online.
Factor 6: The Day of the Week
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Ways to Save
Top 4 Ways to Save on Your Dalton Charter Bus Rental
Ride on a weekday. Weekday hourly rates in the table start below weekend rates for most buses, and Sunday through Thursday typically run the lowest rates.
Fill the seats you pay for. A bigger bus costs more per hour but less per person: a full 56-passenger charter bus starts under $4 per person, per hour.
Book early. Booking early gives you the widest choice of buses for your date.
Keep your pickups together. Every extra pickup adds time on the clock, so one meeting spot keeps the hours, and the price, down.
Sample Trips
Examples of Dalton Charter Bus Quotes
Below are sample quotes to help you plan your trip.
Example #1: Executive Team to CHA
A Dalton-based financial services firm is sending its 12-person executive team to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) for an 8:00 AM Monday departure to a conference. The team is scattered across Fort Oglethorpe and Calhoun, and juggling rideshares for a dozen people with luggage in construction traffic is not a realistic plan. The company decided to find and book a Dalton airport transportation shuttle bus through Dalton
- Itinerary
- 5:30 AM pickup in Fort Oglethorpe, 6:00 AM second stop in Calhoun, 7:00 AM drop-off at CHA
- Vehicle
- Sprinter van with driver
- Booked time
- 2 hours (the weekday minimum)
- Rate
- $190–$373 an hour (weekday) × 2 hours
- Paid separately
- Tolls and parking
$380–$746about $32–$62 per person
Example #2: McKenzie Arena Concert Night
A group of 35 friends from Fort Oglethorpe is heading to a sold-out show at McKenzie Arena. The roads back into Dalton after a late concert are not something anyone wants to navigate. The group decided to find and book a Dalton concert charter bus rental through Dalton
- Itinerary
- 5:30 PM pickup in Fort Oglethorpe, 6:30 PM arrival at McKenzie Arena, 11:30 PM post-show return to Fort Oglethorpe
- Vehicle
- 35-passenger minibus
- Booked time
- 6 hours on a Saturday evening
- Rate
- $255–$385 an hour (weekend) × 6 hours
- Paid separately
- Tolls and parking
$1,530–$2,310about $44–$66 per person
Example #3: Great Smoky Mountains National Park Day Trip
A Dalton tech company is rewarding its 40-person sales team with a day trip to Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Rather than splitting into a caravan of rental cars for a Friday day trip, the company decided to find and book a Dalton corporate charter bus rental through Dalton
- Itinerary
- 6:30 AM pickup at the company's downtown Dalton office, 9:00 AM arrival at Great Smoky Mountains National Park, 4:30 PM departure, 7:00 PM return to Dalton
- Vehicle
- 56-passenger charter bus
- Booked time
- About 12 hours (full day)
- Rate
- Full-day rate, $1,650–$2,950
- Paid separately
- Tolls and parking
$1,650–$2,950about $41–$74 per person
Example #4: Atlanta Falcons Game Day
A group of 25 Atlanta Falcons season ticket holders from Calhoun wants to make a home game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium into a proper tailgate without losing anyone to parking nightmares or a midnight rideshare shortage. They decided to find and book a Dalton sporting event party bus rental through Dalton
- Itinerary
- 11:00 AM pickup in Calhoun, 12:30 PM arrival at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, 5:30 PM post-game pickup and return to Calhoun
- Vehicle
- 25-passenger party bus
- Booked time
- About 6.5 hours on a Sunday
- Rate
- $248–$460 an hour (weekday low to weekend high) × 6.5 hours
- Paid separately
- Tolls and parking
$1,612–$2,990about $64–$120 per person
Frequently Asked Questions About Dalton Charter Bus Prices
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Contact usWhat is Daltoncharterbuscompany.com and do you own the buses?
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How can I get a charter bus or party bus price quote in Dalton?
Getting your price takes less than 30 seconds! Just fill out one quick form with your pickup location, travel date, destination, and passenger count to instantly view available buses, interior photos, and rates right on your screen. No account is needed, and there is zero obligation to book. You'll even get a copy of your quotes sent straight to your text and email so it's easy to share with your group!
Can I get a quote if I don't know my final headcount or exact stops yet?
Yes, absolutely! Enter your best estimate for passenger count and your general Dalton route into our 30-second online form to compare prices between a 25-passenger minibus, a 35-passenger minibus, and a full-size motorcoach right away.
What types of packages can I price out and book online?
You can compare and book hourly, one-way, round-trip, multi-stop, full-day, and multi-day packages built around YOUR exact schedule! Whether you need a corporate shuttle to the Dalton Convention Center, a daily employee shuttle for local manufacturing plants, or airport transfers to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) and Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), there's a package that fits. Because we connect you with a massive network of independent operators, you can even book a same-day rental or reserve multiple buses at once! After you book on the national booking platform, a confirmation team verifies every detail.
How do I keep my Dalton bus rental cost as low as possible?
Booking early—especially before peak spring and fall dates—is the best way to lock in lower rates while vehicle availability is wide open! You can also save by choosing the right bus size for your headcount, like a 15-passenger minibus or 20-passenger minibus instead of a 56-passenger coach when traveling with a smaller group. Traveling midweek from Monday through Thursday and trimming extra stops from your itinerary will also keep your total cost down. Ready to compare rates? Fill out our quick online form to see your best options in seconds!
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