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Why Book a Charter Bus Rental in Mobile?

The Mobile skyline at sunset

If your travel group is tired of rushing to catch public transport, organizing caravans, or hailing multiple rideshare services—a private bus rental may be the best option for you! Shofur bus rentals can accommodate travel groups of any size for every type of occasion. From minibuses for business meetings at the Mobile Convention Center to full-sized charter buses for field trips at the Exploreum Science Center, our services can perfectly fit your needs. However, we understand that a charter bus rental isn’t always the first choice for some groups, so check out the different ways you can travel around Mobile:

●      The Wave Transit System: Mobile’s public transit system offers bus routes across the city starting at $1.25 a ride. Taking the bus is a cost-efficient way to travel around Mobile for solo travelers and small groups, but finding seats can be tough for big groups. You’re not guaranteed to have enough space on board for your entire group, and the bus system isn’t always the most timely option.

●      Uber, Lyft, and Taxi Services: While rideshares are a popular way to travel and taxis are a classic option around town, they aren’t always best suited for large groups. Both services are convenient in that you can hail a taxi or rideshare at any point during your trip. Most of these services can only fit around 6 passengers per vehicle, though, and you’ll need to hail more than one vehicle.

●      Charter Bus Rentals: Booking a charter bus in Mobile doesn’t mean you’ll have to rent a massive vehicle with more seats than you need. When you work with Shofur, you can choose a bus rental that fits your group size and needs. The minibuses and charter buses in our network can be equipped with TVs with DVD players, reclining seats, onboard restrooms, WiFi, and power outlets for optimal comfort. Your group will also be riding according to your specific itinerary, and you’ll have a pro driver to keep you traveling on-time.

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Wedding Shuttles in Mobile

Is your waterfront Mobile wedding just around the corner? Don’t forget about your guest transportation! Renting a wedding shuttle can take stress off of both your plate and your guests’ shoulders. Parking in Downtown Mobile can be a pain, so if your service is at the Renaissance Mobile Riverview Plaza Hotel or Ezell House, you may want to opt for a wedding shuttle bus rental.

A Shofur bus rental will ensure your guests arrive at your ceremony with plenty of time to spare instead of circling the block looking for overflow parking. Even if you need a minibus rental for your bachelorette or bachelorette party around downtown, you can count on us. Your entire party group will have a built-in DD after a night at VEETS and Callaghan's Irish Social Club.

Travel to Sporting Events Across Alabama

A packed stadium full of sports fans clapping their hands

If you’re tired of making back-and-forth phone calls trying to find your friends at packed sports stadiums, consider traveling together in a private bus rental! Crimson Tide football fans traveling to Tuscaloosa won’t have to struggle to find their group in busy parking lots at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Rent a charter bus, load it up with your tailgating gear, and ride out to Tuscaloosa with everyone in one spacious vehicle. Traveling to New Orleans or Atlanta for a pro game instead? Leave the roads to your driver and focus on preparing for a big Saints or Falcons game.

Shofur can also easily cover transportation for sports teams as well. Book a bus rental for your high school or community team’s next away game. A full-sized charter bus rental has all the space you need for your players to relax and for you to easily fit all of your gear.

Efficient Business Shuttles in Mobile

Whether you’re attending a convention at Mobile Convention Center or your company needs a shuttle to an off-site location, Shofur has all of your business transportation covered. Our bus rental services can be used for a variety of corporate occasions across the city. Don’t sweat employees arriving late to an event or having to reimburse your entire team for parking. With a charter bus rental, business travelers can sit back and relax in reclining seats or get work done with onboard WiFi and power outlets.

Mobile Convention Center

Address: 1 S Water St, Mobile, AL 36602
Phone: (251) 208-2100

Field Trip Charter Bus Rentals in Mobile

When your Mobile school travels with Shofur, you’ll be working with a team dedicated to your students’ safety. We exclusively work with professional and fully-certified bus operators so your students, scouts, campers, or youth group members will be in good hands. Rather than traveling on an old school bus, upgrade the ride for your kids with a charter bus rental. A charter bus rental includes climate controls to keep kids comfortable in muggy Alabama weather and amenities like WiFi and TVs with DVD players to keep them entertained.

Exploreum Science Center & Poarch Band of Creek Indians Digital Dome Theater

Address: 65 Government St, Mobile, AL 36602

Phone: (251) 208-6893
The Exploreum is a waterfront science center with youth programs and interactive exhibits on the human body, dinosaurs, and nutrition. The center also has an IMAX theatre that shows educational films focused on a variety of topics.

Mobile Museum of Art

Address: 4850 Museum Dr, Mobile, AL 36608
Phone: (251) 208-5200

This museum has more than 10,000 pieces from around the world across different time periods. Popular exhibits in the permanent collection include European art from the 17th through 19th centuries, Asian art in the Mary and Charles Roding Gallery, and art from various Native American nations like the Choctaw and Navajo. Guided school programs are available with prior registration.

Battleship Memorial Park

Address: 2703 Battleship Pkwy, Mobile, AL 36602

Phone: (251) 433-2703

This waterfront historic military park is home to several retired aircraft and water vessels. The park includes the BB-60 battleship USS Alabama and the Gato-class submarine USS Drum. Discounted admission is available for school field trips with 10 or more students.

Transportation for Group College Tours in Mobile and Beyond

Touring colleges can be exhausting for students and chaperones alike. To make your trip more comfortable, reserve a charter bus rental with Shofur. Your group won’t have to wait for everyone to arrive after traveling in separate vehicles or worry about parking on often-packed college campuses. Create your campus group tour itinerary and travel to universities across the region with a comfortable charter bus rental.

University of Alabama

Address: Tuscaloosa, AL 35487

Phone:  (205) 348-6010
Tours start at: Undergraduate Admissions Welcome Center or the Office of Undergraduate Admissions (depending on the day of the week)

Auburn University

Address: Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama 36849

Phone: (334) 844-4000
Tours start at: Office of Undergraduate Admissions

Samford University

Address: 800 Lakeshore Drive, Birmingham, AL 35229

Phone: (205) 726-2011

Tours start at: Office of Admissions

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Rent a Bus to Mobile Mardi Gras

Did you know that Mobile is home to the oldest Mardi Gras celebration in the country? Mardi Gras in Mobile attracted over one million visitors in 2020 and is one of the biggest celebrations in the country. With so many people on the roads, traveling between locations in Mobile can be tough for big groups. Public buses are packed, rideshares usually hit surge rates, and seasonal tour buses likely won’t have seats either. To avoid all this hassle, reserve a private bus rental for your party group. Forget about waiting around for a ride and having to figure out how your big group will make it back home or to your hotel. With a Shofur bus rental, you’ll have a dedicated driver and bus for every moment of your trip.

Charter bus rental parking tip: When you reserve your group’s hotel for Mardi Gras, you’ll want to make sure you also reserve a room for your driver and overnight parking for your bus.

Our Favorite Group-Friendly Destinations in Mobile

When you plan your group trip around Mobile, be sure to add these top locations to your itinerary.

An aerial view of the USS Alabama Battleship Museum

USS Alabama

Address: 2703 Battleship Pkwy, Mobile, AL 36603

Phone: (251) 433-2703

Highlights: A retired South Dakota class battleship located in Battleship Memorial Park that offers guided and self-guided tour options; additional exhibits include military equipment, retired weapons, over 25 aircraft, and the USS Drum submarine

Charter bus rental parking tip: Parking for charter buses and tour buses is free at the USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park and drivers receive complimentary admission.

Bellingrath Gardens and Home

Address: 12401 Bellingrath Gardens Rd, Theodore, AL 36582

Phone: (251) 973-2217

Highlights: 15-room historic estate that once belonged to prominent Mobile residents Walter and Bessie Bellingrath; now converted into a museum with an extensive porcelain collection and antique furniture; 65-acre garden with blooming flowers including roses and azaleas; guided tours of the home and gardens are available by request

Charter bus rental parking tip: All parking is free of charge at Bellingrath Gardens. There is a designated charter bus parking area on the right side of the entrance building.

Mobile Carnival Museum

Address: 355 Government St, Mobile, AL 36602

Phone: (251) 432-3324

Highlights: Museum dedicated to Mobile’s long Carnival and Mardi Gras history; popular exhibits include the history of past Carnival kings and queens, intricate costumes from past events, and pieces of retired parade floats; limited guided tours and reservations required for groups of 10 or more

Charter bus rental parking tip: The museum has a free private lot that can accommodate vehicles of different sizes.

Book a Mobile Bus Rental with Shofur

Reserving your Mobile bus rental starts with getting a personalized trip quote. Our team will just need a few details about your group trip and then we’ll match you with the right bus, at the right price. Take a look at our bus rental guide to learn more about how our services work. Once you’re ready to book, give our team a call 24/7 at 1-800-436-8719!

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Prices for Charter Buses and Minibuses in Mobile

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Frequently Asked Questions

The answer is: it depends. When you call one of our 24/7 reservation specialists with your trip details, they will build a quote for you based on a few factors, including how far you'll be traveling, which bus you rent, how many hours or days you will need the rental, and where and when you will be picked up. Depending on your trip itinerary, your rental cost will be broken down by hour, day, or mile.

You can learn more on our charter bus pricing page, and your reservation specialist will be happy to break down pricing further when you call.

Our network offers full-size charter buses, minibus rentals, and sprinter vans. Full-size charter bus rentals are great for larger groups or longer distance trips and can accommodate up to 56 passengers, while minibus rentals work well for medium-sized groups of 12 to 25 passengers. Groups even smaller than that can rent a sprinter van, which comfortably accommodates up to 12 people.

Visit our buses page to learn more about the charter bus options available in Shofur's network.

Every bus model in our network comes with their own special amenities and capabilities, including but not limited to:

  • WiFi and/or power outlets
  • A/C and heating
  • TV monitors and a DVD player
  • Onboard restrooms
  • AM/FM radio
  • Overhead storage bins
  • Luggage bays
  • ADA accessible features

If you have a specific amenity request, be sure to let your reservation specialist know and they will be happy to work with you to find the best bus for your group.

When you call to get a free, no-obligation quote, you will get a number that is transparent and all-inclusive. Below is a list of components your quote covers:

  • The bus itself
  • A professional charter bus driver
  • The bus's mileage and fuel
  • Insurance
  • Tolls
  • Processing fees

Remember that your quote will not include certain aspects that are out of Shofur's control or at your own discretion, such as:

  • Gratuity for your driver (at your discretion, typically 5-10% of the total cost of the rental)
  • Parking fees
  • Lodging for your driver (required for multi-day trips)

No. Your professional, trained, and highly experienced charter bus driver will take care of all the driving so you can sit back and relax during your journey. Each charter bus driver has undergone numerous background checks and driving tests to ensure their safety and expertise.

Yes. A fee of 10% of the total cost of the trip is due at the time of your booking.

Your rental will need to be paid in full 7 days before your trip date.

Most charter bus providers will allow you to drink on your bus. However, be sure to let your reservation specialist know so that they can determine for sure. Also, be mindful about not leaving a mess behind, or you may be subject to a cleaning fee that is usually $250.