How Much Does a Charter Bus Cost in Orlando? Rates, Fees, and Policies

A charter bus in Orlando typically costs $750 to $2,200 for a single day rental with a 5 hour minimum, starts at $500 for a local one way trip, and starts at $2,500 for multi day rentals. Maze Transportation, a family-owned charter company based in Orlando, includes the driver and fuel in every quote, so the price you are given covers the agreed itinerary.

Orlando Charter Bus Rates at a Glance

Single day charter: Booked by the hour with a 5 hour minimum. Most single day charters fall between $750 and $2,200 depending on trip length, mileage, and travel date.

One way trips: Local one way transfers start at $500, a common choice for airport, hotel, and venue transfers.

Multi day rentals: Multi day charters start at $2,500 and go up with the number of days, the route, and the number of coaches.

What Affects the Price of a Charter Bus

Four things set the price of a charter: how many hours the coach is in service, the distance and number of stops, the date of travel, and how many buses your group needs. Each Maze coach seats 57 passengers, so group size mainly determines how many coaches are required.

Season and demand matter as much as distance. Central Florida is consistently busiest from January through June, and holiday weekends and special events keep demand high through the rest of the year. As in any business, higher regional demand leads to higher prices. The lowest rates are available during off peak times, so groups with flexible dates can save by traveling outside the busy season or on weekdays.

What Is Included in a Maze Quote

Every quote includes a licensed, background checked driver who holds a CDL with a passenger endorsement, fuel for the agreed itinerary, and a motor coach maintained on a routine inspection schedule. Tolls and driver accommodations are included when the trip requires them, and parking is included whenever the cost is known at booking. Coaches are equipped with reclining seats, climate control, an onboard restroom, tinted windows, and ample luggage storage. A dedicated dispatch team stays in contact with your driver from pickup to drop-off.

Parking, Gratuity, Damage, and Other Charges

Tolls and driver accommodations are included in your quote when your trip requires them. Parking is included whenever the cost is known at the time of booking, such as theme park bus parking. If the parking price is not known at booking, for example at a stadium or special event venue, the customer pays for parking directly on site. Driver gratuity is not included. Rates and charges are based on the information provided when you book, and if you change the routing or add services during the trip, additional charges are assessed based on availability at the time of the change. Any damage to seats, windows, blinds, or other parts of the vehicle caused by a member of your group is the responsibility of the client, and excessive or unusual cleanup is billed at $250 per bus. Eating and drinking are not allowed in the coaches.

Theme Park Bus Parking Costs

Theme parks charge to park oversized vehicles, and the rates are a common surprise on group trips. Bus parking at Walt Disney World is approximately $40 per day, and bus parking at Universal Orlando is approximately $42 per day. Rates are set by the parks and can change, so treat these as approximate. Because these costs are known in advance, theme park bus parking is built into your Maze quote.

Deposit, Payment, and Cancellation Policy

A 10 percent non-refundable deposit is required to confirm your booking, and all bookings must be paid in full 14 days before service. Cancellations made 8 or more days before service receive a full refund minus the deposit. Cancellations made 3 to 7 days before service forfeit the deposit, and 75 percent of the balance paid is refunded. Cancellations made 2 days or less before service are not refunded.

Student and Military Discounts

Maze Transportation offers student and military discounts for private bookings. For example, a college student or a veteran booking their own trip can ask about a discount when requesting a quote. Discounts do not apply to contract work or trips booked by an institution, such as a university, school, or military unit.

How to Get the Best Price on a Charter Bus

Book early, especially from January through June and around holiday weekends. Choose off peak dates or weekdays when your schedule allows, and give your exact pickup and drop-off locations and times so the quote reflects the real trip. Consolidating several transfers into one booking can also keep the total lower.

Ready for a price? Call (407) 491-6776 or request a free quote with your group size, date, and locations, and Maze Transportation will send an upfront quote. You can also read about our Orlando charter bus rentals and our general guide to charter bus costs in Florida.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to rent a charter bus in Orlando?

Single day charters are booked by the hour with a 5 hour minimum and typically run $750 to $2,200, depending on trip length, mileage, and date. One way trips start at $500 for local routes, and multi day rentals start at $2,500 and up. Every Maze quote includes the driver and fuel for the agreed itinerary.

What bus can I book in Orlando?

Maze Transportation operates full size motor coaches that each seat 57 passengers, with reclining seats, climate control, an onboard restroom, and luggage storage. Groups larger than 57 are covered by booking additional coaches.

Do you work with hotels in the Orlando area?

Yes. We provide scheduled shuttle service for hotels, resorts, and conventions, including recurring routes on a set timetable for multi day events.

Do you provide charter bus service to cities outside of Orlando?

Yes. We serve Orlando, Kissimmee, Tampa, Lakeland, and the entire I-4 Corridor, with trips available throughout Florida.

What happens if I need to cancel my reservation?

A 10 percent non-refundable deposit confirms your booking, and the full balance is due 14 days before service. Cancellations made 8 or more days before service receive a full refund minus the deposit. Cancellations made 3 to 7 days before service forfeit the deposit, and 75 percent of the balance paid is refunded. Cancellations made 2 days or less before service are not refunded.

Can my group eat or drink on the bus?

No. Eating and drinking are not allowed in the coaches, and excessive or unusual cleanup is billed at a $250 cleanup fee per bus.

What is included in my quote, and do you carry insurance?

Every quote covers a licensed, background checked driver with a CDL and passenger endorsement, fuel for the agreed itinerary, and a coach on a routine inspection schedule. Tolls and driver accommodation costs are included in your quote when the trip requires them, and parking is included when the cost is known at booking. If the parking price is unknown at booking, the customer pays for it directly on site. Driver gratuity is not included. Maze Transportation LLC is registered with the FMCSA under USDOT 2946157 and carries the insurance coverage required for commercial group transportation.

How much does bus parking cost at Disney and Universal?

Bus parking at Walt Disney World is approximately $40 per day, and bus parking at Universal Orlando is approximately $42 per day. The parks set these rates and they can change. Because these costs are known in advance, theme park bus parking is included in your Maze Transportation quote.

Do you offer student or military discounts?

Maze Transportation offers student and military discounts for private bookings. For example, a college student or a veteran booking their own trip can ask about a discount when requesting a quote. Discounts do not apply to contract work or trips booked by an institution, such as a university, school, or military unit.