Charter Bus Prices in Rapid City

The cost of renting a charter bus in Rapid City typically ranges from $1,700 to $3,000+ per day, $150–$400+ per hour, or $4.50–$7.00+ per mile, depending on the size of the vehicle, length of the trip, and specific itinerary details. Minibuses generally cost between $1,200 and $2,500 per day, while full-size charter buses start around $1,800–$3,500+ per day. Multi-day and longer-distance trips are usually billed by the day, while local transfers may be charged hourly with a 4- or 5-hour minimum. Additional expenses such as driver gratuity (standard is 10–20%), tolls, parking fees, and hotel accommodations for the driver (if required) are not included in the base rate and will be added to your final invoice.

The only way to get an exact price is to call Bus Rental Company Rapid City at 605-545-9070. We'll give you an all-inclusive, personalized quote in less than 30 seconds, and you can even book your bus online in under a minute.

Every Rapid City bus rental is customized to your exact itinerary, which means your price depends on several key factors:

• Travel Dates: When are you going? Peak season in the Black Hills region runs from May through September, especially around major events like the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, the Central States Fair, and tourist surges to Mount Rushmore and Badlands National Park. Expect higher rates during these times due to increased demand and limited vehicle availability.
• Itinerary & Mileage: Where are you starting and ending each day? Multi-day, long-distance, or one-way trips (including deadhead miles to the first pickup location) will increase your total cost. Local shuttles within Rapid City may be billed hourly, while out-of-town trips to destinations like Custer State Park, Crazy Horse Memorial, or Sioux Falls are typically priced by the day or mile.
• Bus Size & Type: Full-size, 56-passenger motorcoaches cost more than smaller minibuses or shuttle buses, but offer the lowest price per seat for large groups. Specialty vehicles like party buses or sprinter vans have separate pricing structures based on features and capacity.
• Additional Expenses: You are responsible for covering any tolls, parking fees (such as Mount Rushmore or downtown Rapid City garages), and lodging expenses for your driver on overnight trips. A standard gratuity of 10–20% is recommended and can be added to your final invoice or paid in cash.