School Bus Rental
Moving a class of students from Reading Senior High School on North 13th Street to the Reading Public Museum on Museum Road without turning it into a parent-carpool scramble is exactly what a school bus rental is built for! Whether your group is heading down US-422 toward the Berks County Heritage Center in Reading, shuttling students across town to Albright College on North 13th Street for a campus visit, or loading up for a multi-stop field trip through the Schuylkill River Heritage Area, Readingcharterbusrentals.com makes finding the right bus fast and easy. Fill out one quick form and compare school buses and rates from a large network of independently owned transportation companies serving Reading, PA in seconds — no account required!
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More About School Buses
School Buses Available through the network come in two main configurations, and knowing the difference saves you from booking the wrong one. Type A mini and Type B small school buses seat approximately 10–24 adults — compact enough to navigate tight turns on Penn Street through downtown Reading or pull cleanly into the GoggleWorks Center for the Arts parking lot on Washington Street without blocking traffic. Type C large conventional school buses seat approximately 44–48 adults — the right call when you're moving an entire grade level at once.
Both types are built around a center aisle, forward-facing seating, and a roof height that lets passengers walk to their seat without ducking. Whatever your headcount, the network has a bus sized to match it. Compare both types side by side — vehicle photos, capacities, and pricing — all in one place with 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 484-709-8390 to view current vehicle options, photos, availability, and pricing. Confirm the exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
Amenities Commonly Found on School Bus Rentals
School buses in the network come equipped with the features that actually matter on a Reading-area field trip. High-backed padded seats keep students comfortable on longer runs — like the 45-minute drive up US-222 toward Hawk Mountain Sanctuary in Kempton, where winding two-lane roads make every bump count. Climate control and heating systems handle Berks County's full seasonal range, from January cold snaps along the Schuylkill River to humid August afternoons.
Emergency exits, safety equipment, and lap-and-shoulder belts on newer models meet Pennsylvania Department of Education standards. Overhead storage handles backpacks and lunch bags so the aisle stays clear. ADA-accessible vehicles with wheelchair lifts are available through the network — just mention it when you request your quote.
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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 484-709-8390 before booking.
How much is a School Bus rental?
School bus rentals in Reading cost $205–$365 per hour on weekdays, $240–$380 per hour on weekends, and $1,670–$2,335 per day. A Tuesday field trip from Exeter Township Senior High School on East 37th Street to the Daniel Boone Homestead in Birdsboro prices differently than a Saturday run during Berks Jazz Fest or a full-day charter during graduation weekend at Kutztown University — and a Type C 44-passenger conventional bus costs differently than a compact Type A for a smaller group. 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 independently owned bus companies serving Reading and Berks County — no account, No waiting for callbacks to get pricing, no guessing. Or call 484-709-8390 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 484-709-8390. | ||||