School Bus Rental
Get the right school bus for your group in Waterloo, Iowa without calling five different companies and waiting around for callbacks! Busrentalwaterloo.com makes it incredibly easy to fill out one quick form and instantly compare school buses, pricing, and packages from a network of independently owned transportation companies serving Waterloo and the surrounding area. Whether you're coordinating a field trip from a Cedar Valley school, organizing a church group outing, or moving a team to an away game across Black Hawk County, you'll find the right bus and the right price right here. No account required.
Call 319-348-2190 or use the online quote tool now to see what's available for your dates!
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More About School Buses
Got 30 seconds? That's all it takes to fill out the quote form and land on a results page showing school buses, photos, and pricing from a network of independently owned transportation companies serving Waterloo, Iowa. The network includes both large and small school bus options so you can match the vehicle to your actual headcount instead of squeezing everyone into the wrong size.
A Type C large conventional school bus seats approximately 44 to 48 adults — the right call for a full class, a large youth group, or a sizable team traveling together. Smaller groups traveling with 10 to 24 adults will love the more compact Type A mini and Type B small school buses, which are easier to maneuver through tighter drop-off areas and work beautifully for smaller field trips, club outings, and community group runs around the Cedar Valley. You choose the size that fits — and with a network of independently owned companies to compare, you're never stuck with whatever one fleet happens to have available on your date!
Inside a School Bus



Vehicles shown above are NOT the exact makes and models available for every trip. We are NOT a transportation company and do not own or operate vehicles. Photos are examples only and may show stock or typical vehicles, not the exact vehicle offered for your reservation. Fill out the online quote form or call 319-348-2190 to view current vehicle options, photos, availability, and pricing. Confirm the exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
What’s Typically Included on School Bus Rentals
Ready to compare what's available on the school buses in the network? You'll find comfortable forward-facing seating built for safe group travel, with high seat backs and lap-and-shoulder belts on many models. Climate control keeps the cabin comfortable whether you're heading out on a warm September morning for a Cedar Valley nature outing or bundling up for a January trip across Black Hawk County.
Overhead storage handles backpacks, day bags, and gear so the aisle stays clear. Many school buses in the network also feature PA systems so group leaders and chaperones can communicate easily with everyone on board. ADA-accessible vehicles are available through the network too — just mention it when you submit your trip details!
Amenities do vary by bus and operator, so the more detail you share when you fill out the quote form, the better your results will match exactly what your group needs.
High-back vinyl bench seating
Large opening windows
Overhead interior lighting
PA/microphone system with AM/FM radio
Air conditioning on select vehicles
Under-seat storage for bags and equipment
Amenities listed above are common features that MAY be available on buses. Because we are a referral website and do NOT own or operate buses, exact features vary by vehicle, provider, and availability. After you submit your quote request, you can browse vehicle options, pricing, and available details on the results page. To confirm the exact amenities included with a specific vehicle offered for your trip, call 319-348-2190 before booking.
How much does a School Bus cost?
Busrentalwaterloo.com is here to make getting a school bus price in Waterloo, Iowa fast and completely painless! School bus rentals in Waterloo cost $205 to $365 per hour on weekdays, $240 to $380 per hour on weekends, and $1,670 to $2,335 per day. Where your trip lands inside those ranges depends on the bus size, your specific dates, how many hours you need the vehicle, and where your pickups and drop-offs are located across the Waterloo area.
A full-day field trip running from morning pickup through afternoon return will price differently than a short two-hour run across town — and a weekend game-day trip will price differently than the same route on a Tuesday. The fastest way to see numbers for your exact itinerary is to fill out the 30-second online quote form right here. You'll land on a results page showing available school buses, vehicle photos, and pricing from the network — no account needed, No waiting for callbacks to get pricing, no guessing.
Or call 319-348-2190 any time and a live agent will build a custom quote around your group size, your dates, and your specific Waterloo route!
| Type of Vehicle | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day | Cost Per Mile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School Bus | $205 – $365+ | $240 – $380+ | $1,670 – $2,335+ | $5.00 – $7.60+ |
| ABOVE PRICES ARE JUST EXAMPLES. Your final price and vehicle options depend entirely on your specific trip details. To get an instant price quote for your trip, request an online quote or call 319-348-2190. | ||||