Why Rent a Charter Bus in Phoenix?
In Phoenix, there are a few ways you can get around the city, though not all methods of transportation are conducive to large groups. Here are several options to explore:
- Valley Metro: Phoenix’s local public transportation service, the Valley Metro, offers light rail and bus services (as well as other minor services) throughout the Phoenix metropolitan area, including suburbs like Glendale, Tempe, and Scottsdale. Route coverage is fairly extensive, but if you’re traveling with a large group of 10 or more people, it can be difficult to keep everyone together while you transfer between buses and trains. And there’s always a chance that your final stop isn’t near a metro station.
- Yellow Cab, Uber, and Lyft: These taxi and rideshare services operate in Phoenix and can be dialed at a moment’s notice. However, these cars can often only accommodate up to 6 passengers at a time, which makes it difficult to coordinate arrival and departure times with large groups. Plus, rideshare surging prices can cause unpredictable changes in cost.
- Charter Buses: If your group is too large for one car or you’ve found that the Valley Metro doesn’t directly service many stops on your itinerary, a charter bus might be for you! 20 passenger van rental are great for groups that are on the smaller side, while full-sized charter buses are available for large groups who need a little more space. When you rent a bus with Shofur, you’ll also have a professional driver by your side throughout your trip to ensure that everyone travels safely.
Instead of waiting for your transportation to come to you, your coach bus will run on your schedule. Plus, you’ll have air conditioning for Phoenix’s intense heat, WiFi and televisions for entertainment, and more amenities right on your bus to keep all passengers comfortable and happy while you ride. There’s no better way to move a group around Phoenix!
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Corporate Shuttle Services in Phoenix
Whether it’s for a multi-day convention at the Phoenix Convention Center, an employee appreciation event at Phoenix City Grille, or a daily shuttle service to and from your downtown office, Shofur has everything you need to transport employees through Phoenix with ease.
Help employees get around town with a private shuttle bus that’s catered to your needs. One-time trips or long-term shuttle services can be arranged, all complete with helpful onboard amenities such as:
- WiFi, to help employees catch up on emails or prepare presentations
- Reclining seats, to help everyone relax (or sneak in a power nap—we won’t judge)
- Climate controls, to keep everyone cool during hot Phoenix days
- PA systems, so that no one has to miss important announcements en route
Here are a few of our favorite event spaces in Phoenix:
Phoenix Convention Center
Address: 100 N 3rd St, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Space highlights: Extensive space available in north, west, and south buildings; extra unique space available at Orpheum Theatre and Symphony Hall
Phoenix City Grille
Address: 5816 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ 85016
Space highlights: Multiple private rooms that can seat up to 50 people at once
monOrchid
Address: 214 E Roosevelt St, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Space highlights: Coworking space that also has two art galleries, a coffeehouse, and a restaurant
Wedding Shuttles in Phoenix
Phoenix’s stunning natural beauty makes it a great place for a picturesque wedding, both within the city and in the city’s surrounding natural areas. Finish your wedding plans by securing your guest transportation, and you’re sure to have an unforgettable event to look forward to, whether you’re hosting in the city at The Croft Downtown or at a more low-key venue like the Secret Garden.
If your hotel and wedding ceremony space are at separate locations, we’ll book a minibus shuttle just for you to help move guests back and forth during your event! With a shuttle bus, guests won’t need to drive themselves, navigate unfamiliar roads, or pay extra for a rideshare. Everyone can relax with onboard air conditioning and WiFi while a professional driver transports guests to your ceremony. Plus, when the night’s over, you’ll have a guaranteed DD to make sure everyone gets back to your hotel safely.
Travel to Phoenix Sporting Events
Whether you’re a fan gearing up for a big game or a coach booking season-long transportation, Shofur will make sure that everyone travels together to every sporting event without skipping a beat!
Coaches, athletes, and other essential team members can enjoy spacious accommodations on full-sized charter buses to all away games and team-building events in Phoenix. Load up all of your team’s luggage, equipment, and carry-on items—you’ll have plenty of space for everything in your bus’s storage bays and overhead bins.
Fans? Get your tailgating gear together, and don’t hold back. Your bus will have room for tents, televisions, coolers, and more, all safely stowed away until it’s time to unpack and get the party started. No more caravaning to State Farm Stadium and wondering which cars took an extra pit stop. With a bus rental, everyone can stay together and enjoy private transportation to and from the game.
Shofur is ready to help you get to any of Phoenix’s sports venues, including:
State Farm Stadium
Home of the NFL’s Arizona Cardinals and the annual Fiesta Bowl
Address: 1 Cardinals Dr, Glendale, AZ 85305
Gila River Arena
Home of the NHL’s Arizona Coyotes
Address: 9400 W Maryland Ave, Glendale, AZ 85305
Chase Field
Home of the MLB’s Arizona Diamondbacks
Address: 401 E Jefferson St, Phoenix, AZ 85004
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Organized Field Trips Throughout Phoenix
Keeping students entertained on a class field trip can be a challenge, especially if your field trip is a long drive away from your school. To keep students and chaperones comfortable and sane, upgrade your Phoenix field trip experience with a motorcoach rental! Whether you’re headed just up the street or across state lines, you’ll have these amenities to enjoy during your journey:
- A professional driver who’s committed to the safety of your students
- TVs with DVD players to keep students entertained
- WiFi and power outlets to help everyone stay connected to their homes
- An onboard restroom (available on large models) to eliminate unnecessary pit stops
- Spacious luggage bays (available on large models) and overhead racks to keep aisles free of clutter
Rent a charter bus for your next Phoenix field trip and enjoy a comfortable ride to any of the city’s educational destinations, including:
Phoenix Children’s Museum
Great for: Babies to children of age 10
Address: 215 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ 85034
Arizona Science Center
Great for: Restless kids who love hands-on exhibits
Address: 600 E Washington St, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Arizona State Capitol
Great for: Any social studies class
Address: 1700 W Washington St, Phoenix, AZ 85007
Vacations & Day Trips at Phoenix’s Best Destinations
Phoenix is no stranger to luxury. The city is known for its beautiful golf courses, luxurious spas, five-star hotels, great shopping, and breathtaking views, all coming together to form the perfect recipe for an unforgettable day away from the city. Book a day trip to Raven Golf Club or a weekend getaway at Alvadora Spa with your group. If your group is in a "shopping" kind of mood, add the Phoenix Premium Outlets to your itinerary for a day of shopping and dining.
While you’re on vacation, the last thing you want to think about is driving, especially if you’re out with a large group of friends. Let us pick you up from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport and bring you to your hotel so that you won’t be stuck calling Ubers and splitting your group into separate cars. We can also stick with you throughout your vacation or day trip, ensuring that your group travels around Phoenix without skipping a beat. You can leave the driving to us while you focus on your golf game, enjoy drinks, and relax.
Rent a Bus from Phoenix to Las Vegas
Even though Phoenix holds its own when it comes to “luxury vacations,” few can resist the lure of Las Vegas, just a 4 ½-hour drive from Phoenix’s center. The glitz and glam of Vegas’s world-famous casinos, theaters, and restaurants make for a stunning vacation spot. But, much like Phoenix, you don’t necessarily have to have a “luxury” budget to enjoy what the city has to offer!
Though the drive to Vegas is relatively short, it’s filled with gorgeous views that will keep your eyes glued to your window. And, you can make the drive even more of an event by adding in a few stops along the way:
- Sedona, about two hours north of Phoenix, sits in the heart of the Arizona red mountains and is known by many as the “Crown Jewel” of the state of Arizona. Stop here for some Instagram-worthy pics that you’ll definitely want to frame after your trip.
- The Grand Canyon is a bit out of the way if you were planning a straight shot from Phoenix to Vegas, but believe us when we say, “It’s totally worth it.” This bucket-list stop is one of the United States’ most beautiful natural wonders, and even if you aren’t a big fan of hiking, the walk is worth it for the breathtaking views you’ll find here!
- Hoover Dam lies just outside of Las Vegas, so if it doesn’t make it onto your road trip plan, it’ll make a great day-trip stop during your stay in Vegas. This mind-blowingly massive dam is a sight in and of itself, but tours of the facility reveal the tumultuous history of its construction and the benefits it provides to the area today.
No matter what lies on your Phoenix to Vegas road trip itinerary, Shofur is here to make the trip comfortable. Rent a bus and sit back with reclining seats, WiFi, and panoramic windows to help you take in the view. We’ll handle the driving.
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Rent a Bus from Phoenix to Disneyland
Whether you’re traveling with kids or kids-at-heart, Disneyland has something that everyone in your group will love: movie-themed rides, delicious treats, and real-life encounters with your favorite characters. The 6-hour drive might be a lot to handle for some kids, but don’t worry: with a charter bus rental, you’ll have plenty to keep them entertained. Show your favorite Disney movie on the bus’s TV monitors, study park maps with WiFi, and keep the pit stops to a minimum with onboard restrooms. Plus, a professional will handle all of the driving, so no one has to volunteer their car!
The drive to Los Angeles (well, technically, Anaheim) will take you mainly through Arizona and California’s deserts, which, like we said before, are beautiful to see. But there are also a couple of notable detours you can take, depending on your route.
If you hop on I-10, you’ll pass Joshua Tree National Park, named for its unique Joshua trees and known for its stunning landscapes.
Or you can leave Phoenix on I-8, drive down by the Mexico border, and swing through San Diego on your way up, just to keep the drive interesting.
Our Favorite Group-Friendly Destinations in Phoenix
No matter what brings you to Phoenix, we’d definitely recommend carving out time for these group-friendly spots:
Desert Botanical Garden
Great for: school trips, senior citizen trips, weddings, private parties, and corporate events
Image Credit: Simeon87, Wikimedia Commons
Though the words “desert” and “garden” don’t seem to belong in the same sentence, the stunning flora and fauna of Papago Park’s Desert Botanical Garden will surely redefine your mental vision of “desert” after your visit. Various species of cacti are a given, but you’ll find flowers and even butterfly exhibits scattered throughout the garden’s grounds too.
The garden can also serve as the backdrop for your next corporate or private event, with six separate venues that can hold up to 250 guests.
Bus tip: The gardens have a large parking lot that should easily accommodate your charter bus; however, we recommend calling ahead at (480) 941-1225 to ensure that they’ll have enough space.
Best bus parking address: 1021 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ 85008
Camelback Mountain
Great for: families, friends, and outdoor enthusiasts
It’s not unusual to have to drive hours outside of a major city to find stunning natural areas and hiking trails. But if you’re a fan of hiking and not a fan of long drives, you’re in luck! Camelback Mountain lies just 20 minutes from downtown Phoenix and provides stunning views of the surrounding desert and of the city’s skyline.
Two separate trails snake up the mountain, both with numerous roadblocks that make the hikes particularly difficult, even for seasoned hikers. These trails aren’t recommended for amateurs.
Bus parking tip: Each of Camelback Mountain’s trails has different parking arrangements.
Echo Canyon Trail has a parking lot (as well as restrooms, water, and benches), but the lot often fills in the morning and stays full all day. We’d definitely recommend having your bus drop you off at the entrance.
Cholla Trail has no designated parking or facilities. So, a bus drop-off is definitely your best bet for easy access to the trail!
Best bus drop-off address:
4925 E McDonald Drive, Phoenix, AZ 85018 (Echo Canyon Trail)
6131 E Cholla Lane, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 (Cholla Trail)
Phoenix Zoo
Great for: field trips, senior citizen trips, families, and amateur zoologists
One of the United States’ largest zoos, the Phoenix Zoo is home to over 3,000 animals and coordinates a large conservation effort aimed at preserving endangered species. Visitors can wander through exhibits featuring animals from Africa, the tropics, and right here in Arizona. For an up-close look, custom tours can be arranged for groups, with special attention paid to the exhibits your group wants to see!
Bus tip: Buses are instructed to enter the zoo via Galvin Parkway and may load and unload passengers at the curb near the entrance. From June to August, buses may park in the main parking lot, but from September to May, buses are instructed to park in the overflow lot (located just before the main lot).
Best address: 455 North Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ 85008
Phoenix Art Museum
Great for: field trips, senior citizen trips, corporate events, weddings, families, and art aficionados
Image Credit: Visitor 7, Wikimedia Commons
The Phoenix Art Museum houses over 19,000 works of American, Asian, European, Latin American, Western American, modern, and contemporary art across 285,000 square feet, making it the largest museum for visual art in the southwestern United States. Art newbies can join museum highlight tours while aficionados can take their time wandering the museum’s exhibits.
A variety of event spaces are also available for wedding receptions, corporate dinners, or private parties. All spaces are surrounded by beautiful art, creating unique backdrops for unforgettable events!
Bus parking tip: Free parking is available in the art museum’s main lot, but we recommend calling ahead to ensure that your bus will have enough space to park.
Best bus parking address: 1625 North Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Securing Your Phoenix Charter Bus Rental
Ready to hit the road? With your itinerary in hand, give our team a call at 1-800-436-8719 for a no-obligation bus rental quote! We’re also here to answer any questions you may have about charter bus travel in Phoenix. Trust us to secure a smooth and stress-free group trip!
Prices for Charter Buses and Minibuses in Phoenix
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$110 - $170
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$105 - $160
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