Bakersfield Field Trip Charter Bus Rentals

For more than 15 years, Bakersfield-area schools have trusted Bakersfield Charter Bus Rentals for safe, reliable field trip transportation anywhere in Kern County. From hands-on science trips to the California Living Museum (CALM) to fourth-grade history visits at the Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science, we help teachers, students, and chaperones move comfortably through the Bakersfield heat.

Our Bakersfield charter bus company works with every school district-including Bakersfield City School District, Kern High School District, Panama-Buena Vista Union, and Rosedale Union-to provide modern minibuses, full-size coaches, and ADA-accessible options that fit your headcount and budget. Each vehicle comes with reclining seats, strong air conditioning, overhead storage, PA systems, and WiFi to keep lessons rolling between stops.

Skip the yellow bus lottery and book a ride that runs on your exact schedule. You can call our team anytime, 24/7/365, at 661-520-0740 or use our online quote tool for custom pricing in seconds. One easy call gets you a Bakersfield charter bus rental with no hidden fees, no last-minute swaps, and support for every school, church, or youth group in town.


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Providing Field Trip Transportation Since 2011

For more than a decade, the Bakersfield Charter Bus Rentals team has worked with thousands of local schools, youth groups, and chaperones to provide reliable field trip transportation across Kern County. From hands-on science adventures at the Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science (2018 Chester Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301) to interactive art experiences at the Bakersfield Museum of Art (1930 R St, Bakersfield, CA 93301), we've helped educators bring lessons to life without the hassle of coordinating individual carpools.

Our commitment to on-time performance means your class will always arrive at California Living Museum (CALM) (10500 Alfred Harrell Hwy, Bakersfield, CA 93306) or Bakersfield City School District's Planetarium (30 minutes early), while our 24/7 reservation support ensures you can adjust your plans around unexpected I-5 closures or heavy morning traffic on Truxtun Avenue. When you choose Bakersfield Charter Bus Rentals, you're getting a trusted partner who understands how to balance your itinerary with real-world logistics.

comfortable charter bus seats
comfortable charter bus seats
Our Fleet

Bus Options Perfect for Any Field Trip Transportation Need in Bakersfield

Balancing a long drive with young riders? A Bakersfield charter bus rental lets you select a vehicle that matches your specific field trip transportation needs. For high school classes visiting CSU Bakersfield, a charter bus might be ideal to keep older students together in a larger, climate-controlled cabin. If your elementary group is heading to the Buena Vista Museum of Natural History (2018 Chester Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301), a minibus allows for quick loading and unloading stops without disrupting the entire trip.

Onboard features like WiFi, power outlets, and reclining seats can help keep students comfortable on the drive to the California Science Center while giving chaperones a place to charge their phones. ADA-accessible charter bus features-such as wheelchair lifts and extra handrails-are also available upon request at no extra cost, ensuring every passenger can ride safely. From small group outings to large-scale school events, you'll find the perfect balance of comfort, convenience, and budget-friendly pricing with a Bakersfield charter bus rental.

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 Bakersfield and the Following Cities

One reason schools from all over the San Joaquin Valley choose Bakersfield Charter Bus Rentals is our experience providing hundreds of groups with safe, reliable field trip transportation across California. Since 2011, we've helped school districts, private academies, and youth organizations book charter buses for local excursions and long-distance trips anywhere in the state. Our expert logistics team understands how to coordinate custom routes and handle complex pickups across multiple campuses because we've done it all-from half-day museum visits to multi-day college tours.

When you book with Bakersfield Charter Bus Rentals, you get a trusted partner who has been setting the standard for charter bus transportation statewide for over a decade.

Field Trip Charter Bus Rentals in Bakersfield, California

Make your next school field trip one to remember with a Bakersfield field trip bus rental. Instead of dividing students into small groups and worrying about chaperones, a private field trip shuttle keeps your entire group together and on schedule. Dig into local history at the Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science (2018 Chester Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301)-where exhibits cover everything from regional geology to Indigenous culture-or explore the California Living Museum (CALM)'s immersive reptile house (10500 Alfred Harrell Hwy, Bakersfield, CA 93306). As an added bonus, your bus comes equipped with DVD players, TV monitors, a PA system, and reclining seats with footrests to keep students comfortable and entertained between stops. You can even plan a custom tour of the Bakersfield Museum Trail, starting at the Buena Vista Museum and ending at the Bakersfield Museum of Art (1930 R St, Bakersfield, CA 93301), all in one day! From science centers and college campuses to art museums and historical sites, we'll make sure your adventure starts the moment you hit the road.

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

Charter Buses for Proms & Homecomings in Bakersfield, California

When the big dance rolls around, the last thing parents want is to worry about how students will get there. Bakersfield high schools like Bakersfield High School (BHS), Liberty High School, and Centennial High School all host massive proms that draw hundreds of students. Instead of cramming into individual cars, students can ride together in a modern charter bus or minibus. Our buses come with features like wraparound lighting, AUX/Bluetooth sound systems, and flat-screen monitors-perfect for keeping the energy up on the way to prom.

For events at venues like the Bakersfield Marriott at the Convention Center (801 Truxtun Ave) or the Mechanics Bank Arena, we provide convenient drop-offs so students don't have to walk several blocks in formal wear. Parents appreciate the built-in designated driver, while students enjoy every minute of the ride.

Sports Travel for Schools and Colleges in Bakersfield, California

Local sports programs at Bakersfield College, CSU Bakersfield, and Bakersfield-area high schools rely on charter buses for away games, tournaments, and team travel. Instead of cramming athletes and coaches into personal cars, a Bakersfield sports team bus rental provides plenty of space, storage, and onboard amenities that keep everyone fresh for the game.

When your team needs a ride to the Bakersfield College Memorial Stadium (1801 Panorama Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93305) or a weekend tournament at the Kaiser Permanente Sports Village (9001 Ashe Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93313), your drivers make sure you arrive on time. Coaches can review plays on the road with TV monitors, while athletes rest up in reclining seats with extra legroom. We also handle regional trips to Fresno, Santa Clarita, and Long Beach.

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

Charter Buses for College Tours in Bakersfield, California

Touring Bakersfield College or CSU Bakersfield with a group? Bakersfield Charter Bus Rentals can help you plan the perfect campus visit. We regularly serve school groups, youth organizations, and prospective students coming to see the Bakersfield College main campus (1801 Panorama Dr). Drivers are familiar with drop-off procedures near the Campus Center butte, so your group can unload right by the Admission & Records office without splitting up.

For those visiting CSU Bakersfield, we'll get your group in the heart of the Runners Drive loop near the Student Union. You'll be steps from the Student Recreation Center and don't have to worry about navigating the busy Camino Media entrance on your own. Instead of stressing over where to park or how to coordinate multiple cars, you can sit back in a modern charter bus and focus on your college tour.

2026 Field Trip Transportation Rates

How Much Does Field Trip Transportation in Bakersfield Cost?

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

Estimated Field Trip Transportation transportation rates in Bakersfield 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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