School Bus Rental
Getting a group of students across Alexandria without turning it into a three-car parent caravan is exactly what the school bus was built for! Whether your class is heading down the George Washington Memorial Parkway to Mount Vernon, shuttling between Alexandria City High School's King Street Campus on King Street and an off-campus event in Old Town, or making the run up I-395 to the National Mall for a field trip, one bus keeps everyone together and on schedule. And with Alexandriacharterbusrentals.com, you're not calling five Northern Virginia companies hoping someone picks up!
Fill out one quick form to compare school buses and rates from a large network of independently owned transportation companies serving Alexandria, VA in seconds — no account required. Call 703-705-7440 or use the 30-second online quote tool right now to see what's available for your dates!
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More About School Buses
The school buses available through the network come in two distinct size categories, and picking the right one for your group makes a real difference on Alexandria's tighter streets. Type A mini and Type B small school buses are compact options for smaller groups — convenient for navigating the narrow blocks of Old Town Alexandria, pulling into the loading area at George Washington Middle School on Mt. Vernon Avenue, and maneuvering through the historic grid without the oversized-vehicle headaches that come with a larger coach. Need to move a bigger group?
Type C large conventional school buses are a practical choice for a full-grade field trip to Huntley Meadows Park or a multi-school event at Alexandria City High School's King Street Campus on King Street. Why limit yourself to one fleet? Compare school buses from a network of providers serving Alexandria and the surrounding area — all in one place, with instant online pricing and vehicle photos, no account needed!
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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 703-705-7440 to view current vehicle options, photos, availability, and pricing. Confirm the exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
Popular Amenities on School Bus Rentals
The school buses available through the network come with TONS of great features your group actually wants on an Alexandria trip! Depending on the vehicle offered, features may include air conditioning and climate control — helpful when a June field trip to River Farm on the Potomac turns into a hot afternoon, and useful for keeping a restless group of students comfortable on the I-395 crawl back into the city. Available vehicles may have padded, forward-facing seats with high backs, while some models offer overhead parcel racks for backpacks, sack lunches, and jackets without cluttering the aisle.
Many models in the network also feature ADA-accessible options including wheelchair lifts and wider aisle clearance — just mention it when you fill out your quote. PA systems are available on select vehicles so teachers and chaperones can address the whole group without shouting over road noise. And because Alexandriacharterbusrentals.com pulls from a large network of independently owned transportation companies serving Alexandria, you're never stuck with whatever one operator happens to have parked in their lot — you compare what's available for your date and pick what fits!
High-back vinyl bench seating
Large opening windows
Overhead interior lighting
PA/microphone system with AM/FM radio
Air conditioning on select vehicles
Under-seat storage for bags and equipment
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 703-705-7440 before booking.
How much does a School Bus cost?
School bus rentals in Alexandria cost $205–$365 per hour on weekdays, $240–$380 per hour on weekends, and $1,670–$2,335 per day depending on the vehicle, the date, and your specific itinerary. A Tuesday morning field trip from Patrick Henry K-8 School on Taney Avenue to the National Museum of American History across the 14th Street Bridge will price differently than a Saturday group outing during peak spring season. A few Alexandria dates tighten availability across the whole Northern Virginia market fast — graduation season at Alexandria City High School, including the June 6, 2026 graduation, the school-year kickoff around August 24, 2026, and other busy school-calendar dates when traffic can be heavier.
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 Alexandria — no account, No waiting for callbacks to get pricing, no guessing.
Or call 703-705-7440 any time and a live agent will build a custom package around your itinerary!
| Type of Vehicle | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day | Cost Per Mile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School Bus | $205 – $365+ | $240 – $380+ | $1,670 – $2,335+ | $5.00 – $7.60+ |
| 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 703-705-7440. | ||||