28 Passenger Minibus Rental
Moving 28 people through Santa Maria without splitting into a five-car caravan is exactly what the 28-passenger minibus was built for! Whether your group is heading up Highway 101 to San Luis Obispo, shuttling wine country guests between tasting rooms along Foxen Canyon Road, or running a corporate group from the Santa Maria Inn to a Vandenberg Space Force Base event, one vehicle keeps everyone together and on schedule. And with Santamariacharterbusrentals.com, you're not calling five Central Coast companies hoping someone picks up.
Fill out one quick form to compare 28-passenger minibuses and rates from a large network of independently owned transportation companies serving Santa Maria, CA — no account required! Call 805-862-3065 or use the 30-second online quote tool right now to see what's available for your dates!
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More About 28 Passenger Minibuses
The 28-passenger minibus is a great pick for groups that don't need a full-size 56-passenger motorcoach! In Santa Maria, that matters. These buses are compact enough to navigate the tight turns along Broadway and pull cleanly into the parking areas at Rancho Sisquoc Winery (6600 Foxen Canyon Rd) or Bien Nacido Vineyards without the oversized-vehicle headaches a full coach brings.
You'll have your pick of popular models like the Glaval Universal, Starcraft Starlite, and Turtle Top Terra Transit. Every one of them gives you a center aisle, enough roof clearance to walk upright to your seat, and a climate-controlled cabin so nobody arrives stiff after the ride in from Lompoc or Orcutt.
Why limit yourself to one fleet? Compare 28-passenger minibuses from a network of providers serving Santa Maria and the surrounding area — all in one place, with instant online pricing and vehicle photos, no account needed!
Inside a 28 Passenger Minibus
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 805-862-3065 to view current vehicle options, photos, availability, and pricing. Confirm the exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
Common 28 Passenger Minibus Amenities to Compare
The 28-passenger minibuses available through the network come loaded with TONS of great features your group actually wants on a Santa Maria trip! Every model includes air conditioning and climate control — critical when August temperatures on the Santa Maria Valley floor push into the 80s and the marine layer hasn't rolled in yet. Seats are high-back reclining in leather or cloth depending on the model, with extra legroom so nobody arrives stiff.
Overhead compartments handle carry-ons and day bags (one bag per person), and a rear luggage area fits roller bags and duffels for groups with more gear.
You'll also find power outlets and USB charging ports, flat-screen monitors with DVD or HDMI input, a PA system with wireless mic for tour guides or group leaders, and Bluetooth/AUX stereo so you can run your own playlist the whole way up the 101. WiFi is available on many models — great for the team that wants to stay productive on the ride from Santa Maria to a South Bay campus. Onboard restrooms are available on select models, and ADA-accessible vehicles with rear or side wheelchair lifts are available on request.
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Reclining Seats
Climate Control
Overhead Storage Racks
Tinted Windows
WiFi
USB Charging Ports
AUX/Bluetooth Sound System
And More!
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 805-862-3065 before booking.
What does a 28 Passenger Minibus rental cost?
28-passenger minibus rentals in Santa Maria cost $190–$355+ per hour, $1,540–$2,255+ per day, and $5.65–$8.25+ per mile depending on the provider, the date, and the specific vehicle. A Saturday wine tour looping through the Santa Maria Valley AVA from Foxen Canyon Road to Tepusquet Road prices differently than a Tuesday airport transfer down to Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) — and a handful of dates on the Santa Maria calendar have limited availability across the whole Central Coast, which means higher prices. The Santa Barbara County Fair at the Santa Maria Fairpark (937 S Thornburg St) in July, Santa Maria Elks Rodeo weekend in late May, and Vandenberg launch events pull demand across the market fast.
The fastest way to see numbers for your exact trip? Well, no need to fear, 30-second online pricing is here! Enter your date, group size, and pickup location to land on a results page showing vehicles, photos, and pricing from a network of bus companies serving Santa Maria and the Central Coast — no account, No waiting for callbacks to get pricing, no guessing.
Or call 805-862-3065 any time and a live agent will build a custom package around your itinerary! You'll even have additional options in your quote to choose from like party buses, 15–35 passenger minibuses, 56-passenger charter buses, and more!
| Type of Vehicle | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day | Cost Per Mile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Passenger Minibus | $190 – $355+ | $220 – $370+ | $1,540 – $2,255+ | $5.65 – $8.25+ |
| 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 805-862-3065. | ||||