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Why Rent a Bus in Wichita?

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Small groups of travelers will find a few convenient transportation options around Wichita. Though, if you’re traveling with a large group, exploring different transportation options may be more limited. As you plan your group trip or event in Wichita, consider these ways to get around town:

  • Wichita Transit: Wichita Transit is the city’s public transportation system, operating buses and ADA-accessible vans along 17 routes. The city also operates the free Q-Line trolley that travels along one route through Downtown Wichita. Taking public transport can be affordable, with paid fares starting at $1.75, but routes can be limited and may not be a timely option for groups traveling on a tight schedule.
  • Rideshares and taxis: Uber, Lyft, smaller rideshares companies, and local taxis are available throughout Wichita. Hailing rideshare can be quick and easy for small groups but if you have more than 3 or 4 travelers, you’ll need to request an extra-large vehicle or multiple cars. This might be inconvenient and expensive, depending on your group size and travel schedule.
  • Wichita charter bus rental: A minibus or charter bus rental offers a personal transportation option tailored to your group’s size and itinerary. Bus rentals can include amenities like WiFi, plush seats, and personal climate controls for comfortable travel wherever you’re headed in Wichita. Though a charter bus rental may have a high seemingly high upfront cost, it can oftentimes be cost-effective for large groups.

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Wedding Shuttles in Wichita

If you need transportation for your wedding day, look no further than Shofur’s charter bus services. A wedding shuttle service can be booked for your quaint service at Eberly Farm or a large bash at The Hudson. Shofur has shuttled guests to weddings big and small, bachelor and bachelorette parties, bridal showers, and rehearsal dinners. A wedding shuttle service will keep your guests from worrying about driving or needing a DD after a fun, cocktail-filled reception. Your wedding shuttles will be operated by professional drivers dedicated to keeping your guests safe and traveling on time to your wedding. Couples worried about charter buses cramping their wedding aesthetic can request a sleek all-white or all-black bus. Your Shofur expert will do their best to find the right type of bus for your wedding.

Corporate Events and Employee Shuttles in Wichita

Wichita is a central industrial hub for aircraft manufacturers and Shofur can help businesses transport employees to or from work. An employee shuttle service can be used to transport employees around large Wichita office campuses or between different company locations around town. Shuttles can help your employees travel stress-free and keep your company from needing to handle mileage reimbursements for personal vehicles. Your employees can shuttle to work with a professional driver behind the wheel and relax in plush seating while catching up on podcasts or music with onboard WiFi.

Shofur also offers corporate services for large-scale conventions, conferences, or trade shows. We’ll craft a custom shuttle service to and from Century II Center, Wichita National Airport, local business hotels, restaurants, and office buildings. Let your Shofur rental expert know the scale of your business event and we’ll tailor a transportation solution for your business travelers.

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Sporting Event Transportation in Wichita

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Is your Wichita athletic club or local team headed to an away game? You’ll want to lock in the right type of transportation to keep your team comfortable. Shofur offers sporting event transportation for teams and fans alike. Travel to Oklahoma City, Kansas City, Dallas, or any other city for a sporting event with professional transportation every step of the way. Your team won’t have to worry about organizing a carpool or being tight on space with large pieces of equipment and luggage. With a full-size charter bus rental, your team will have plenty of storage space, legroom, and convenient amenities like flat-screen TVs, WiFi, and power outlets.

School Field Trips in Wichita

Renting a charter bus is one way to upgrade your next school field trip, camp outing, or youth trip in Wichita. A school field trip charter bus rental includes comfortable amenities that you won’t typically find on older models of school buses. Keep your students happy with fan-favorite movies on your bus’s TVs or let them stream music and shows on personal devices with onboard WiFi. As your field trip groups travel to the Sedgwick County Zoo or Wichita Art Museum, adults can relax knowing that students are in safe hands with transportation professionals. Every bus driver is vetted before taking on trips within our network and we require vehicles to be thoroughly inspected before hitting the road. 

College Tours in Wichita

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Gearing up for college is a big deal and high school senior classes touring Wichita State University should have an easy ride around campus. Shofur can help groups of high school seniors and adult continuing education groups tour WSU, KU in Lawrence, or KSU in Manhattan. A charter bus rental can be used to swiftly shuttle prospective students around campus with ease.

Our team is well-versed in organizing university shuttle services for on- and off-campus needs, sports games, volunteer events, or any other college-related event. One of our experienced rental representatives will work with your university to build customized shuttle routes. We’re also happy to work with student organizations to provide safe, private transportation for Greek Life formals, nights out, or academic competitions out of town.

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Our Favorite Group-Friendly Destinations in Wichita

Looking for destinations to add to your Wichita itinerary? Here are a few of the city’s most popular group-friendly destinations to consider for your trip:

Exploration Place

Great for: school trips, summer camps, youth groups

Address: 300 N McLean Blvd, Wichita, KS 67203

Phone: (316) 660-0600

Exploration Place is Wichita’s premier science museum and a top spot for educational groups or families traveling with kids. Although the museum is perfect for kids, adults will still find themselves learning new things through interactive exhibits. Highlights include a three-story medieval castle outfitted with hands-on STEM exhibits, areas dedicated to Kansas’ natural landscape, and an aircraft exhibit equipped with a flight simulator.

Charter bus tip: Designated parking for buses can be found at the west end of Exploration Place’s main lot.

Keeper of the Plains and City Skyline at Sunrise

The Keeper of the Plains

Great for: sightseeing groups

Address: 339 Veterans Pkwy, Wichita, KS 67203

Phone:(316) 268-4497

This famed 44-foot statue was created by Comanche/Kiowa artist Blackbear Bosin and is located in Veterans Memorial Park. The COR-TEN steel statue stands atop an elevated rock pedestal where the Big and Little Arkansas rivers meet. Keeper of the Plains stands as a tribute to Kansas’ Native American community. We highly recommend visiting the park and seeing the sculpture in the evening when it's illuminated by fire drums at the base.

Charter bus tip: The main parking lot is located off of Central Avenue across the river from the statue. Your group can access the statue by a footbridge located in the parking lot.

Botanica: The Wichita Gardens

Great for: sightseeing groups, school groups, private outings

Address: 701 Amidon St, Wichita, KS 67203

Phone: (316) 264-0448

Botanica is made up of 17.6 acres of gardens and is a beautiful year-round destination. Even during the winter months, Botanica is a popular destination for enjoying beautiful Christmas light installations. Highlights at Botanic include a Chinese garden with a Song-dynasty style pavilion, the Downing Children’s Garden with interactive exhibits and a playground, and the Butterfly House with more than 50 species of butterfly.

Charter bus tip: Groups can be dropped off at the garden main entrance. It's highly recommended you book group tickets in advance and inquire about bus parking options.

Rent a Wichita Charter Bus Rental Today

Booking your Wichita charter bus rental starts with a quick phone call. A Shofur representative will be available to take your call 24/7 at 1-800-436-8719. We’ll generate a free, accurate quote for your group transportation service!

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Prices for Charter Buses and Minibuses in Wichita

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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.