Frequently Asked Questions About Charter Bus Rentals in Wilkes Barre

Charter bus rental prices in Wilkes-Barre typically cost anywhere from $1,100 to $6,500+ for multi-day, multi-bus trips depending on your exact itinerary and passenger count. Minibuses generally run $1,200–$3,500 per day or $175–$325 per hour, while full-size 56-passenger coaches are $2,400–$6,500+ per day or $295–$519 per hour. You’ll get an exact price when you call our team with your trip details, and we’re available 24/7! 

Several things impact the final cost of your charter bus rental: the number of passengers traveling, the type of bus you book (minibus vs. full-size coach), the length of your trip, how many days you'll need the bus, pickup location, and final destination(s). Additional expenses like tolls on I-81 or the Pennsylvania Turnpike, parking fees at venues like Mohegan Sun Arena or Montage Mountain, and hotel rooms for drivers on multi-day trips may also apply.

Getting a quote is simple—just call our reservation specialists anytime at 272-268-8060 with your trip details, including travel dates, pickup location, destination, number of passengers, and any special requests. You can also use our online form to request pricing, but speaking with an agent directly is the fastest way to receive an accurate estimate and lock in your reservation. Our team is available 24/7/365!

Your quote includes the base rental fee for the bus and driver, mileage, fuel, and any applicable taxes or service charges. It does NOT include driver gratuity (typically 10–20%), tolls, parking fees, or hotel accommodations for the driver if required. Those additional costs will be explained upfront so you know exactly what to expect before signing your contract.

You should book your bus as soon as you know your travel dates—it’s common to reserve vehicles 4–6 months in advance, especially if your trip overlaps with busy periods like spring break, college move-in weekends, or major events at Mohegan Sun Arena, Kirby Park, or Montage Mountain. Last-minute availability isn’t guaranteed, but we’ll always do our best to accommodate urgent requests.

Wilkes Barre Charter Bus offers 18, 20, and 25-passenger minibuses as well as 56-passenger full-size charter buses in Wilkes-Barre and across Pennsylvania. All vehicles come with forward-facing seats, and larger models include luggage storage, restrooms, and upgraded entertainment systems. You can request a specific size based on your group’s headcount—we’ll make sure everyone has a seatbelt and room for their bags.

Charter buses include reclining seats, individual reading lights, air conditioning, overhead parcel racks, and underfloor luggage bays. Most 56-passenger coaches have a rear restroom, six video monitors, DVD player, PA system, and 110V/USB outlets at every row. Minibuses seat up to 25 people with similar upholstery and basic AV equipment. Premium upgrades like leatherette trim, wood-look flooring, Wi-Fi, and HDMI inputs are available on select vehicles—ask your agent about current options when you book.

Yes, we provide flexible scheduling for one-way transfers, round-trip charters, and multi-day packages. Whether you need a single ride to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport, a loop between venues like King's College and Mohegan Sun Arena, or continuous service for a weekend event at Montage Mountain or PNC Field, we’ll customize the itinerary to fit your schedule. Multi-day discounts and custom packages are available for extended trips.

Absolutely! We handle long-distance trips to and from any city in the U.S., including popular routes from Wilkes-Barre to New York City, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Washington DC, Boston, and more. If you’re traveling with a large group over a long distance, renting a charter bus is often more affordable and convenient than flying or taking multiple vehicles.

For overnight and multi-day trips, you are responsible for providing hotel accommodations for the driver. The hotel must have available parking for the bus and be willing to accept responsibility for any damage caused by the vehicle. If a hotel is not provided, an additional charge will be added to your contract to cover lodging expenses.

We serve all major airports in the region, including Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP), Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE) near Allentown, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), and LaGuardia Airport (LGA). Whether you need a shuttle to AVP or a long-distance transfer to NYC or Philly, we’ve got you covered.

We provide transportation to every major sports venue in the area, including Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza (home of the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins), PNC Field in Moosic (Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders), local high school stadiums, and college campuses like King's College Betzler Fields, Wilkes University Ralston Athletic Complex, Misericordia University Mangelsdorf Field, and Penn State Wilkes-Barre Athletic Fields. We also run charters to out-of-town games at Lincoln Financial Field, Citizens Bank Park, MetLife Stadium, Yankee Stadium, and more.

Wilkes Barre Charter Bus serves all the top concert venues in and around Wilkes-Barre, including Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza, The F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts, River Street Jazz Cafe, and outdoor festival sites like Montage Mountain (home of the Peach Music Festival and Camp Bisco) and Bethel Woods Center for the Arts. Avoid the hassle of parking and rideshares by booking a private shuttle to your next show—we’ll drop you off steps from the entrance and wait until the encore is over.

We’ve provided wedding transportation to venues across Luzerne County and Northeastern PA, including Friedman Farms in Dallas, The Woodlands Inn, Genetti Hotel ∓ Conference Center, Westmoreland Club downtown, Hayfield House at Penn State Wilkes-Barre, Irem Clubhouse in Dallas, and local churches throughout the Wyoming Valley. Hosting a rustic barn wedding or a black-tie affair downtown? We’ll make sure every guest gets to the ceremony, reception, and after-party right on time!

Wilkes Barre Charter Bus operates statewide and serves every city in Pennsylvania, including Scranton, Hazleton, Pottsville, Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton, Mount Pocono, Stroudsburg, Bloomsburg, Danville, Williamsport, Harrisburg, Philadelphia, and Pittsburgh. No destination is too far or too remote—we’ll get you there comfortably and affordably.

We provide transportation to all major events and festivals in the region, including the Fine Arts Fiesta on Public Square, St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Wilkes-Barre Farmers Market, NEPA PrideFest, La Festa Italiana in Scranton, Scranton St. Patrick’s Parade, Peach Music Festival, and Camp Bisco at Montage Mountain. Avoid traffic congestion and expensive parking fees by booking a private shuttle that drops you off close to the action.

We serve every convention venue in Northeastern Pennsylvania, including the Mohegan Sun Pocono Convention Center, Kalahari Resorts ∓ Conventions in the Poconos, Split Rock Resort H2Oooohh! Indoor Waterpark ∓ Convention Center, Mount Airy Casino Resort Event Center, and meeting spaces at local hotels like the Hilton Scranton ∓ Conference Center and Holiday Inn Wilkes-Barre. If your event is out of town, we also run trips to the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia and the Javits Center in NYC.