56 Passenger Charter Bus Rental
Moving 56 people from Santa Maria to a Vandenberg Space Force Base ceremony, a winery crawl through the Santa Ynez Valley, or a group trip down US-101 to Los Angeles doesn't have to mean organizing a ten-car caravan — and with Santamariacharterbusrentals.com, it won't. Fill out one quick form and instantly compare 56-passenger charter buses and rates from a large network of independently owned transportation companies serving Santa Maria, CA in seconds. No account required, No waiting for callbacks to get pricing, no guessing.
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More About 56 Passenger Charter Buses
The 56-passenger charter bus is the right call when your group is too big to split and too far to drive yourself. On the Central Coast, that means one vehicle handling the full run — whether you're loading up at the Santa Maria Town Center on Broadway, staging at a hotel along South Broadway near US-101, or picking up students outside Allan Hancock College on College Drive. Popular models like the MCI J4500, Prevost H3-45, and Van Hool CX45 give your group real highway comfort: wide seats, a smooth ride up the 101 corridor, and enough undercarriage space for every bag in the group.
Why limit yourself to one fleet? Compare 56-passenger coaches from a network of providers serving Santa Maria and the entire Santa Barbara County region — all in one place!
Inside a 56 Passenger Charter 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 805-862-3065 to view current vehicle options, photos, availability, and pricing. Confirm the exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
Common 56 Passenger Charter Bus Amenities to Compare
The 56-passenger charter Buses Available through the network come loaded with amenities your group will actually use on a Central Coast run. Every model includes air conditioning and climate control — critical when the marine layer burns off and the Nipomo Mesa warms up fast. Seats are high-back reclining in leather or cloth with extra legroom, so nobody arrives stiff after a long haul down US-101 to Los Angeles or over CA-166 toward Bakersfield.
Overhead compartments handle carry-ons and day bags, and undercarriage luggage bays fit full-size suitcases, instruments, and equipment — one bag per person below, personal items above. 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 leaders and group coordinators, and Bluetooth/AUX stereo so your playlist runs the whole way. WiFi is available on many models — great for the corporate group that needs to stay connected between Santa Maria and a San Luis Obispo client site.
Onboard restrooms mean no unplanned stops on the open stretch between Santa Maria and the Chumash Casino Resort. ADA-accessible vehicles with wheelchair lifts and wider aisle clearance are available through the network on request — just mention it when you fill out your quote!
Spacious cloth/leather reclining seats
Individual climate controls
Onboard restrooms
Overhead and undercarriage storage
WiFi and power outlets
PA system
TV monitors and DVD players
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 56 Passenger Charter Bus rental cost?
56-passenger charter bus rentals in Santa Maria cost $205–$385+ per hour, $1,650–$2,950+ per day, and $6.20–$8.95+ per mile depending on the provider, the date, and the specific vehicle. A Saturday wine tour looping through the Santa Ynez Valley AVA — Foxen Canyon Road to Los Olivos and back — prices differently than a Tuesday corporate transfer to Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) on James Fowler Road near Goleta. A handful of Santa Maria dates tighten availability across the whole Santa Barbara County market fast: the Santa Barbara County Fair at the Santa Maria Fairpark in mid-July, graduation weekends at Allan Hancock College and Pioneer Valley High School in May and June, and Vandenberg launch events that pull group demand across the entire Lompoc–Santa Maria corridor.
The fastest way to see numbers for your exact trip? 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.
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| Type of Vehicle | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day | Cost Per Mile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 56 Passenger Charter Bus | $205 – $385+ | $225 – $410+ | $1,650 – $2,950+ | $6.20 – $8.95+ |
| 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. | ||||