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Why Rent a Bus in Surprise, Arizona?

If you're planning a group trip around Surprise, Arizona, or throughout Maricopa County, there are a few ways to travel. Here are a few of the most popular ways groups of locals or visitors can travel around Surprise for special events:

  • Valley Metro: Valley Metro is the region’s public transportation system that operates a bus, light rail, and streetcar service throughout the Phoenix metro area. Utilizing public transportation can be affordable at $2.00 per ride but options around Surprise are more limited than those in the heart of Phoenix.
  • Taxis: Several taxi companies like Yellow Cab service Surprise, Arizona, and throughout the metro area. Taxi services can be convenient and private transportation options for small and medium-sized groups but if you have a large party, taxis may not be big enough. Hailing multiple taxis can be tedious, expensive, and inconvenient if you're traveling to multiple locations.
  • Rideshares: Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft are easy transportation options to hail a ride when and where you need it in Surprise, Arizona. Similar to taxis, rideshares are convenient for timely private transportation. However, large groups will have to request multiple oversized vehicles. You’ll also need to request multiple rides for multi-stop trips, which isn't always cost-effective and can take some time if you’re on a tight schedule.
  • Surprise bus rentals: A private charter bus rental is one of the best transportation options for groups traveling around Surprise. The Shofur network includes minibus rentals for small groups and full-size coaches for up to 56 passengers. Booking a bus rental in Surprise will give your group the flexibility to travel on your own schedule and have comfortable onboard amenities like power climate controls, a clean restroom, WiFi, and power outlets. The cost of renting a charter bus may seem high upfront compared to other modes of transportation, but large groups will usually find them cost-effective when split per passenger.

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Wedding Shuttle Bus Rentals in Surprise, Arizona

Arizona couples looking for a professional wedding shuttle service can trust Shofur for timely and reliable transportation options around Surprise. We can handle everything from picking up your guests at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to providing shuttles between hotels and your venues. Plan a gorgeous wedding at Surprise venues like The Willow Wedding and leave transportation up to the Shofur team. Out-of-town guests won’t have to worry about renting cars or navigating unfamiliar roads on the way to your wedding. We partner with local professionals familiar with the area to ensure all of your guests arrive safely and on time to celebrate your union!

Corporate Shuttle Services in Surprise, Arizona

Shofur has the resources to handle professional transportation across every industry in Surprise, Arizona. We can draw up corporate transportation bus rentals to shuttle business people between offices in Surprise and Phoenix. Corporate travelers can skip long, hectic commutes and leave the transportation up to a professional driver. We’ll build professional shuttle routes to pick up your colleagues at offices, airports, meeting spaces, and convenient centers throughout the metro area. Everyone can travel with onboard amenities like WiFi, power outlets, personal climate controls, and plush seating for the most comfortable business travel possible.

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Sporting Event Transportation in Surprise, Arizona

The Surprise Stadium is the spring training home to the Kansas City Royals and Texas Rangers of Major League Baseball. Groups of baseball fans attending a spring game can make travel to  Surprise Stadium simple and easy with Shofur’s sporting event transportation services. We’ve provided spacious and comfortable charter bus rentals for both fans and teams traveling to games throughout the region. Charter bus rentals offer plenty of storage solutions for fans traveling with tailgating gear and for teams with big pieces of equipment. Teams and big groups of fans can also book a fleet of full-size charter bus rentals in Surprise to service an upcoming sporting event. Travel to local games, events in Phoenix, or even away games in nearby states like California and New Mexico with a bus rental from Shofur.

Field Trip Charter Bus Rentals in Surprise

Beat the Arizona heat during your next field trip with a modern Surprise bus rental. The field trip charter bus rentals in our network can include features like powerful climate controls and reclining seats to keep students comfortable and entertainment amenities like WiFi, power outlets, and flatscreen TVs to keep everyone entertained. Travel locally to Surprise educational destinations like Wildlife World Zoo or head to locations like the Arizona Museum of Natural History in Mesa and SEA LIFE Arizona Aquarium in Tempe. Students will have a safe, comfortable, and reliable ride anywhere in SUprise and throughout the Phoenix metro area.

Military and Government transportation in Surprise

Shofur has experience with organizing secure and discreet military and government transportation for movements of all sizes. We can provide shuttles between Surprise, Luke Air Force Base, and locations across the region. We’ll work with your unit or organization to craft a professional, certified shuttle service to transport personnel in a spacious, modern ride.

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Our Favorite Group-Friendly Destinations in Surprise, Arizona

If you’re spending time in Surprise, Arizona, and need to fill in some time in your itinerary, we have a few ideas for you! With a private Surprise bus rental, you can travel anywhere in the area, including to these popular destinations:

Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park

Address: 16501 W Northern Ave, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
Phone:  (623) 935-9453

As home to the state’s largest collection of exotic animals, Wildlife World Zoo is a must-stop location for groups of all ages. This 215-acre zoo and aquarium include highlights like a kid-friendly water ride, a safari tram, and a skylift to get aerial views of the park. You’ll meet animals like giraffes, sea lions, stingrays, sharks, and cheetahs, just to name a few! The zoo offers educational programs for schools, as well as group discounts for 10 or more people.

Charter bus tip: Wildlife World Zoo has a spacious parking lot with plenty of options for groups traveling in a private bus rental.

Surprise Stadium

Address:  15850 N Bullard Ave, Surprise, AZ 85374
Phone:  (623) 222-2222

If you don’t quite feel like traveling to Phoenix for a sporting event, consider catching a game at Suprise’s premier venue. Depending on the season, you may be able to catch a spring training baseball game from MLB teams or special tournaments for national teams.

Charter bus tip: There are multiple parking lots located around Surprise Stadium and nearby Surprise Park. When you grab your spring training tickets, be sure to inquire about oversized parking areas for charter buses.

Book a Surprise Bus Rental with Shofur

Finding the right type of bus rental in Surprise, Arizona starts with giving our team a call at 1-800-436-8719. Be sure you have your travel details on hand and we’ll get your free charter bus quote in just a few minutes!

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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.