Downey Field Trip Charter Bus Rentals
For more than 15 years, the team at Downey Charter Bus Rentals has helped teachers and chaperones book reliable field trip transportation in Downey, California, and we'd love to do the same for you. Instead of worrying about your class missing out on a lesson or arriving in multiple cars, you can reserve a private charter bus rental with the help of our 24/7 reservation team. We've helped schools across Los Angeles County book buses for trips to the Columbia Memorial Space Center (12400 Columbia Way, Downey, CA 90242), the San Diego Zoo, and even the California Science Center.
When you're ready to get a quote for your trip, just call our team at 562-399-9440-we'll get you custom pricing in seconds, or you can use our online quote tool for instant pricing estimates! One call gets you quotes and pictures of available buses in your area.
Providing Field Trip Transportation Since 2011
The Downey Charter Bus Rentals team has helped groups in and around Los Angeles County book reliable field trip transportation since 2011. Our experience helping local schools, youth groups, and scout troops coordinate trips to nearby museums, nature centers, and college campuses makes us a trusted partner for your next outing. Elementary schools can plan visits to the Columbia Memorial Space Center (12400 Columbia Way, Downey, CA 90242)-where exhibits start at a $5 suggested donation per student-while high schoolers tour local colleges like Cerritos College or El Camino College.
When you're ready to head out of town, we handle long-distance trips too. Take a class to the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach, the California Science Center, or the San Diego Zoo. Since 2011, we've moved thousands of students safely across Southern California because "Your safety is our business." Every driver is SPAB certified, every bus is fully insured, and your schedule is our top priority.
Call our team anytime at 562-399-9440 to get a free quote and let us handle the logistics while you focus on creating lasting memories.
Bus Options Perfect for Any Field Trip Transportation Need in Downey
One of the most popular reasons groups secure a Downey charter bus rental is for school trips. With so many exciting, educational destinations in the area, your class or youth group is sure to love an excursion to the Columbia Memorial Space Center (12400 Columbia Way, Downey, CA 90242), the only science museum in the country with a national memorial to the Space Shuttle Columbia; the San Diego Zoo, just under two hours away; or the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach. With a Downey USD-approved field trip shuttle bus rental, teachers can say goodbye to unorganized caravans and chaperones can relax knowing their driver will handle all the parking. Plus, keep students entertained with features like WiFi, power outlets, and flat-screen TVs! From minibuses to full-size motorcoaches, you'll get the perfect vehicle for your headcount, budget, and trip length when you call the Downey Charter Bus Rentals team at 562-399-9440. You'll get a quote right away, and we'll show you pictures, pricing, and amenities for anything from a 15-passenger minibus to a 56-passenger full-size coach.
15 Passenger Minibus
15 Passenger Party Bus
18 Passenger Minibus
18 Passenger Party Bus
20 Passenger Minibus
20 Passenger Party Bus
25 Passenger Minibus
25 Passenger Party Bus
28 Passenger Minibus
28 Passenger Party Bus
30 Passenger Minibus
30 Passenger Party Bus
35 Passenger Minibus
40 Passenger Party Bus
50 Passenger Charter Bus
50 Passenger Party Bus
54 Passenger Charter Bus
55 Passenger Charter Bus
56 Passenger Charter Bus
Sprinter Limo
Sprinter Van
Field Trip Transportation Services Available in Downey and the Following Cities
Downey Charter Bus Rentals provides reliable, safe, and fully-customizable field trip transportation throughout Southern California. We proudly serve schools and organizations in Los Angeles County, Orange County, and the Inland Empire, including Anaheim, Long Beach, Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino, Santa Ana, and Torrance. From local elementary school outings to full-scale high school and college campus tours, our experienced team will handle every mile with professionalism and care. You can trust us to provide punctual arrivals, smooth rides, and comfortable amenities for students, teachers, and chaperones alike.
Book a Charter Bus For Any Kind of Field Trip in Downey, California
Our Downey Unified School District (12301 Downey Ave, Downey, CA 90242) teachers love the convenience of a Downey charter bus for field trips, but you don't have to be a K-12 teacher to book a field trip in Downey. You can book a faith-based bus rental to the Columbia Memorial Space Center (12400 Columbia Way, Downey, CA 90242) or organize a youth group trip to Furman Park (10419 Rives Ave, Downey, CA 90241).
Chaperones will love our onboard wifi and flat-screen TVs for trips to the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County (900 Exposition Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90007) where they can put on educational videos or play games to help keep kids entertained, and you can use the wifi to upload photos to your school's social media page in real time. Instead of splitting up into carpools and losing half your group to the infamous LA traffic, let a Downey charter bus keep your class together in a climate-controlled vehicle with cushioned seats and extra overhead storage. Your field trip will stay on track with a Downey charter bus rental!
Chaperone Your Group With A Downey USD Charter Bus
One of the most common uses for a Downey USD charter bus is for school dances like prom or homecoming. Instead of worrying about who's driving or if there's enough space in the car for each pre-assigned seat, the school can rent a large motorcoach to shuttle students between campus and the venue. For example, in 2023, the Downey High School prom took place at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County (900 Exposition Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90007)-a major cultural institution known for its dinosaur fossil exhibits. While the venue provided a memorable experience, it sat in the heart of Exposition Park near the intersection of Figueroa Street and Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, one of the busiest traffic zones in South LA. Because rideshare services aren't allowed to pick up directly in front of the museum on Exposition Boulevard after the event, students who didn't coordinate carpools had to walk several blocks in formalwear and heels to get you a taxi or rideshare.
With a private charter bus, students can be dropped off right at the entrance, and the driver will handle the staging and parking-removing the need for anyone to walk long distances or navigate the dark streets around Exposition Park late at night. Plus, parents can rest easy knowing that their children are being transported safely to and from the dance in a monitored environment.
Sports Travel for Schools and Colleges in Downey, California
Local athletic programs in the Downey Unified School District, as well as collegiate teams at Cerritos College, can book a charter bus in Downey for consistent, safe travel to every season. Your team can enjoy spacious cabins with overhead and undercarriage storage for heavy equipment, individual outlets so athletes can keep their phones charged, and TVs and DVD players to review game footage or just watch a movie. When it's time for an away game, your team can use a Santa Ana charter bus or other SoCal charter bus rental to keep the energy high and the logistics simple.
In addition to helping student athletes get to practice and games, we also offer charter bus rentals in Downey for sports fans and boosters. Book a GUSD charter bus rental for your high school's next round of playoffs, or a Long Beach charter bus to cheer on CSU Long Beach at their next basketball tournament!
Downey Charter Buses for College Tours
While the Downey area has a strong K-12 education system, local colleges like Cerritos College (11110 Alondra Blvd, Norwalk, CA 90650) and California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) (1250 Bellflower Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90840) draw thousands of students to the region every year. A Downey charter bus rental is the perfect way to explore CSULB's 322-acre campus or the University of Southern California (USC) (University Park Campus, Los Angeles, CA 90089) without getting stuck in the notorious LA traffic around the 405 or 110 Freeways. We coordinate custom pickup and drop-off points right on campus, so your group stays together and on schedule. You can even plan a multi-day tour to visit several campuses across Southern California!
How Much Does Field Trip Transportation in Downey Cost?
The table below compares estimated Field Trip Transportation transportation rates in Downey by vehicle type so you can review typical hourly, daily, and mileage costs.
| 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. | |||