Charter a Bus
How to book your perfect bus charter. There are many companies that provide bus charter services, so it pays to shop around.
Steps
- Use the Internet to find a bus charter company. It does not necessarily have to be in your local area, as many charter companies will have professional affiliates in your area.
- When contacting a bus charter company, you will most likely need to speak to a representative. Quotes for most trips are hard to give on-line due to the many variables involved. A reputable bus charter company will be able to produce a paper quote or estimate to you either by fax or email.
- Get at least three quotes. All bus charter companies will give out free, non-obligating quotes.
- Prices aren't always everything. Some companies will low-ball a quote just to get the job, then raise the price soon before your departure.
- At Quote time, ask what surcharges are included or are extra. Most bus charter companies have to add a fuel surcharge these days. Find out whether the Quote includes a fuel surcharge as well as a gratuity.
- Always check the terms and conditions to make sure extras like parking, tolls and drivers accommodation are included.
Tips
- Sometimes, you can get a much better deal if you make cleaning the interior of the bus yourselves after the trip part of the deal, since this is often a big chunk of the bus owner's expenses.
- The Internet is a great place to find a bus charter company. Always remember to get at least three quotes from companies, that way you can compare the various prices and extra charges.