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Why Rent a Charter Bus in Cleveland?

The downtown Cleveland skyline along the Cuyahoga river

Did you know that drivers in Cleveland spend more than 45 hours a year stuck in traffic? Although this pales in comparison to traffic in bigger cities like Chicago and Boston, having a transportation gameplan is still important for Cleveland group trips. Before settling on a multicar caravan for your outing, consider these other options to travel around The Forest City:

●      Cleveland's Regional Transit Authority (RTA): The RTA includes a bus, rail, and trolley that services the metro area. If you’re traveling in downtown Cleveland, hopping on the bus or train can be an affordable way to travel at $2.50 a ride. Groups traveling to or from the suburbs will have a harder time accessing public transportation. It’s also important to note that not every rapid transit station is ADA-accessible. Every major station is ADA compliant, but smaller, less-traveled stations may not be.

●      Rideshares and taxis: Cleveland has local taxi services like Americab and Ace Taxi, as well as national rideshare services like Lyft and Uber. These services can be convenient but they’re not always cost-effective for large groups. You’ll likely need to request more than one vehicle, which can turn out to be a logistical nightmare. All of your vehicles may arrive at different times, causing your schedule to be thrown off. 

●      Private charter bus rentals: A private bus rental can offer comfort and convenience for Cleveland travel groups. You can rent a bus that’s outfitted for  your group’s size and unique travel needs. Best of all: you’ll have a professional driver handling the driving every step of your journey! Request a minibus for small events like bachelorette parties or a full-sized bus for big business conference transportation. ADA-accessible bus rentals along with amenities like WiFi can also be requested to ensure all passengers have a great travel experience. Depending on the time of year you’re traveling, renting a bus can be a large upfront cost. Once price is divided up by passenger count, a Cleveland bus rental can be an affordable way to travel.

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Wedding Shuttle Bus Rentals in Cleveland

Whether you need a minibus to shuttle your bachelorette party around the Warehouse District or a day-of shuttle to your venue along the Cuyahoga River, Shofur will have your transportation covered. A wedding shuttle bus rental is one of the best ways to keep all of your events running smoothly and according to schedule. Hop around Cleveland's best bars with a built-in DD for your last hurrah, book a shuttle to transport everyone to your rehearsal dinner, or reserve a bus to simplify guest arrival at your Downtown Cleveland wedding venue. Guests won’t have to worry about circling blocks looking for parking or taking entirely too long to fit into a parallel parking space. Reserve a shuttle bus rental, plan a route, and let your guests relax while a pro driver takes care of their ride.

Comfortable Transportation for Cleveland Sporting Events

Fans cheering at a basketball game

Is your local team tired of scrambling to organize rides to games? Retire the gameday minivan and book a spacious bus rental instead. Your players won’t have to work out sore muscles and kinks after feeling cramped on the ride to an away game. Every Shofur bus rental will have plenty of leg space for athletes and all the storage you need for equipment. Even if you’re headed out of town for a long-distance away game, you’ll have a comfortable ride. Everyone can stretch out in reclining seats and rest before the big game!

Cleveland sports fans that want an easy ride to professional games may also want to consider a bus rental. Avoid having to track your group down at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse after driving separately and parking in different lots. A private bus rental will be perfect for your entire fan club to ride together to these Cleveland sports venues:

 

Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse

Address: 1, Center Court, Cleveland, OH 44115
Phone: (216) 420-2000

Home to the Cleveland Cavaliers NBA team.

 

FirstEnergy Stadium

Address: 100 Alfred Lerner Way, Cleveland, OH 44114
Phone: (440) 891-5001

Home to the Cleveland Browns NFL team.

 

Progressive Field

Address: 2401 Ontario St, Cleveland, OH 44115

Phone: (216) 420-4487
Home to Cleveland’s MLB team.

Business Shuttles Around Cleveland and the Midwest

Battling Cleveland morning traffic isn’t the best way to kick off a productive workday. Shofur can help alleviate commuting stress for your employees with a personalized shuttle service. Rather than braving traffic in their personal vehicles or rushing to catch the RTA bus, employees can relax on a shuttle bus that’ll drop them off right in front of your Cleveland office. A Shofur rental expert will help you build a fleet of bus rentals and routes to best serve your colleagues. We can also organize group transportation services for businesses that are traveling out of Cleveland for big events, instead of you organizing airfare and rental cars for your team to fly to Chicago, Indianapolis, Detroit, or any other city for conventions and conferences. Request amenities like WiFi, power outlets, and TVs with DVD players for passengers to work on projects or relax with their favorite music.

Event planners organizing a seminar or trade show at the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland may want to consider a shuttle service for attendees. Shofur works with a wide network of bus rental providers in the region to give you access to as many minibuses or charter buses as you’ll need for your business event.

 

Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland

Address: 300 Lakeside Ave E, Cleveland, OH 44113

Phone: (216) 928-1600

 

Field Trip Transportation in Cleveland

A child and teacher at a starfish touch tank in an aquarium

When you’re traveling with minors, safety always needs to be a top priority. Schools, summer camps, scout troops, and youth groups will have the safest field trip possible in a bus rental from Shofur. We only work with charter bus providers and professional drivers that are fully certified with clean driving records. All of your students or campers will be in good hands while traveling to these popular Cleveland field trip destinations:

 

Cleveland Museum of Natural History

Address: 1 Wade Oval Dr, Cleveland, OH 44106
Phone:  (216) 231-4600

This museum has interactive exhibits covering topics like precious gems and metals, dinosaurs, natural disasters, and our solar system.

Bus rental parking tip: Groups traveling by bus will need to inquire with the museum’s Protection Services at 216-231-4600 x3261 about where to park.

 

 

Greater Cleveland Aquarium

Address:  2000 Sycamore St, Cleveland, OH 44113
Phone: (216) 862-8803

Students will learn all about aquatic life, including animals from local freshwater habitats and the open ocean. Walk beneath the shark tunnel, pet the stingrays in the touch tank, and learn about animals right in your own backyard in Cleveland.

Bus rental parking tip: Buses may drop groups off at the main entrance before parking in the back of the aquarium’s lot.

 

Cleveland Museum of Art

Address: 11150 East Blvd, Cleveland, OH 44106
Phone: (216) 421-7350   

You’ll learn about art from across the world spanning more than 6,000 years of history at this impressive museum. Popular exhibits include an extensive collection of medieval armor, artifacts from ancient Egypt, and works from European masters like van Gogh and Monet.

Bus rental parking tip: Your field trip group can be dropped off at the north entrance. Have your driver park along Martin Luther King Drive between Chester Avenue and Jeptha Drive.

Rent a Cleveland Charter Bus With Shofur

When you’re ready to reserve your Cleveland bus rental, give us a call at 1-800-436-8719. One of our rental experts will build a personalized bus rental quote based on your travel itinerary. If the bus price meets your budget, you can book it on the spot! We’re available 24/7 to help you get the rental process started.  

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Prices for Charter Buses and Minibuses in Cleveland

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Prices displayed here are estimates and may not reflect the price of your bus rental. The only way to get an accurate quote is to call our 24-hour team at 1-800-436-8719.

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.