New Orleans School Event & Field Trip Bus Rentals
Party Bus New Orleans moves student groups across New Orleans every week, and getting your class on the road takes one quick call. Whether you are hauling a fourth-grade class to the Audubon Aquarium on Canal Street, bringing the marching band to a competition at the Caesars Superdome, or running a college visit up St. Charles Avenue to Tulane and Loyola, a New Orleans school bus rental gets every kid there together and on time. Book 15- to 35-passenger minibuses and 40- to 56-passenger charter buses with an all-inclusive quote in under a minute.
Call 504-264-9422 or grab a 30-second online quote today.
Providing School Transportation Since 2011
Since 2011, Party Bus New Orleans has set up field trips, away games, and campus tours for schools, youth groups, and PTAs all over the New Orleans metro. Teachers and chaperones come back to us because we are available 24/7 and we know how the city actually moves — the St. Charles streetcar crowding Uptown traffic, the morning crawl on I-10, the tight loading curbs around the Warehouse District museums. Hassling with carpools, scarce parking, and a dozen permission slips for who rides with whom doesn't make sense when one call handles the whole group.
We have run thousands of trips, so we already know which gate the buses use, where oversized vehicles stage, and how long the ride really takes. You confirm the headcount and the stops. We handle the route.
Bus Options Perfect for Any School Transportation Need in New Orleans, Louisiana
Not every school trip is the same size, so a New Orleans charter bus rental gives you the right vehicle instead of seats you don't need. A 15- to 35-passenger minibus is the ideal fit for a single class heading to the Louisiana Children's Museum in City Park or a small JV squad crossing the Crescent City Connection for an away game — powerful A/C, plush reclining seats, and the maneuverability to handle narrow Uptown streets. A 40- to 56-passenger charter bus is the right pick for a full grade level or a band-and-equipment haul, with overhead bins for backpacks and instrument cases, undercarriage bays for coolers and luggage, onboard restrooms, and WiFi so students can keep up with schoolwork on longer drives out toward Baton Rouge.
ADA-accessible buses are always available — just let us know before departure. Call 504-264-9422 for a free quote.
14 Passenger Sprinter Limo
Sprinter Van Rental with Driver
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40-56 Passenger Charter Bus
School Transportation Services Available in New Orleans, Louisiana and the Following Cities
Our school transportation service runs from any location across our service area, so you are never limited to one pickup point. Party Bus New Orleans can have a bus waiting at a campus in Metairie, a parish school in Kenner, a youth center in Gretna, or a charter on the North Shore in Slidell — and bring the group anywhere in Louisiana from there. A New Orleans school bus rental can pick up at the school door, swing by a second campus, and roll straight to the destination without anyone splitting into separate cars. Field trip to a museum downtown, an away tournament across the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway, a college tour an hour up I-10 — tell us the starting point and the stops, and we match the bus and plan the route.
One group, one bus, one flat rate. Call 504-264-9422 to get your class moving.
Field Trips to New Orleans Museums, the Aquarium, and Audubon Zoo Made Easy
New Orleans is packed with field-trip destinations, and a school bus rental in New Orleans drops your group right at the door instead of leaving you to caravan and circle for parking. Take a class to the Audubon Aquarium (1 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70130) and the neighboring Audubon Insectarium on the riverfront, the Audubon Zoo (6500 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70118) Uptown, or the hands-on Louisiana Children's Museum (15 Henry Thomas Dr, New Orleans, LA 70124) out in City Park. Older students dig into history at The National WWII Museum (945 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130) in the Warehouse District.
Bus parking is tight around all of these, so the bus handles drop-off and waits nearby while you walk the group straight in. We recommend confirming group-entry details on each venue's official site before your visit. Call 504-264-9422 to book a New Orleans field trip bus.
College & University Campus Tour Bus Rentals in and Near New Orleans
Campus-visit season turns into a long day fast, and a New Orleans charter bus rental keeps your students together from one admissions office to the next. Run the classic Uptown loop along St. Charles Avenue — Tulane University (6823 St. Charles Ave, info sessions at Gibson Hall) and Loyola University New Orleans (6363 St. Charles Ave, New Orleans, LA 70118) sit side by side, so one bus covers both without re-parking. Add Xavier University of Louisiana (1 Drexel Dr, New Orleans, LA 70125) and the lakefront University of New Orleans (2000 Lakeshore Dr, New Orleans, LA 70148) for a full day, or point the bus up I-10 to LSU in Baton Rouge.
The minibus drops at the admissions building, waits nearby while the group tours, and is right there when the session ends. Call 504-264-9422 to plan your campus tour bus.
School Sports Teams, Away Games, and Athletic Travel in New Orleans
Getting a roster, a coaching staff, and a trailer of gear to an away game shouldn't mean a parent caravan strung out across I-10. A New Orleans charter bus rental keeps the whole team together, lets athletes rest or review before tip-off, and uses the undercarriage bays for equipment bags, coolers, and the medical kit. Run a district game across the river in Gretna, a tournament up the Causeway on the North Shore, or a playoff run to the LHSAA football state championships at the Caesars Superdome (1500 Sugar Bowl Dr, New Orleans, LA 70112).
The bus drops the team at the venue entrance and waits nearby, so nobody is hiking back from a remote lot in cleats after a doubleheader. WiFi and power outlets onboard keep student-athletes on top of homework during the long hauls. Call 504-264-9422 to book a New Orleans team bus.
Band, Choir, Academic Competition, and Club Trip Bus Rentals in New Orleans
Band and club trips come with cargo, and a New Orleans school bus rental is built for it. Overhead bins swallow folders and garment bags, undercarriage bays hold sousaphones, drum cases, and equipment carts, and the whole ensemble travels as one group instead of meeting up late in a parking lot. Haul the marching band to the LMEA State Marching Championships or the Louisiana Showcase of Marching Bands, bus the choir to a festival performance, or get the quiz-bowl and robotics clubs to a tournament on a university campus.
For a competition at the Caesars Superdome or an event downtown, the bus drops your group close to the load-in door so you are not walking instruments six blocks through the Central Business District. Tell us the call time and we'll have the bus there to match it. Call 504-264-9422 for a band or club trip quote.
Graduation, School Dances, and End-of-Year Event Bus Rentals in New Orleans
The end of the school year stacks up fast — graduations, dances, senior trips — and a New Orleans party bus rental gets the group there without the parking scramble. New Orleans ceremonies pack big rooms like the Smoothie King Center (1501 Dave Dixon Dr, New Orleans, LA 70113) and the UNO Lakefront Arena (6801 Franklin Ave, New Orleans, LA 70122), where families fight for lots and traffic backs up at letdown. A charter bus drops grads and guests at the door and waits until the recessional.
For a senior trip or an end-of-year class outing, shuttle the group between stops on one flat rate, and let a minibus handle the after-party run so no student is driving home late. We work with parent committees and student councils across the metro to keep the timeline tight. Call 504-264-9422 to lock in your date.
How Much Does School Transportation in New Orleans Cost?
| Type of Bus | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day |
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| 14 Passenger Sprinter Limo | $170 – $318+ | $219 – $344+ | $1,526 – $3,113+ |
| Sprinter Van Rental | $187 – $273+ | $218 – $366+ | $1,395 – $2,748+ |
| 15 Passenger Party Bus | $204 – $330+ | $241 – $312+ | $1,396 – $2,817+ |
| 18 Passenger Party Bus | $266 – $330+ | $268 – $378+ | $2,121 – $2,563+ |
| 20 Passenger Party Bus | $244 – $338+ | $268 – $340+ | $1,939 – $2,796+ |
| 25 Passenger Party Bus | $248 – $326+ | $265 – $360+ | $1,827 – $2,854+ |
| 28 Passenger Party Bus | $255 – $337+ | $279 – $351+ | $2,147 – $2,653+ |
| 30 Passenger Party Bus | $297 – $374+ | $318 – $414+ | $2,331 – $3,021+ |
| 40 Passenger Party Bus | $297 – $338+ | $321 – $478+ | $2,297 – $3,473+ |
| 50 Passenger Party Bus | $294 – $441+ | $337 – $490+ | $2,173 – $4,043+ |
| 15–35 Passenger Minibus | $113 – $246+ | $147 – $261+ | $1,098 – $2,105+ |
| 40–56 Passenger Charter Bus | $158 – $327+ | $162 – $348+ | $1,331 – $2,841+ |
| Rates vary by trip length, travel dates, passenger count, amenities, and availability. Use our online quote form or call 504-264-9422 for exact pricing. | |||
Client Reviews of Our School Transportation in New Orleans
We chartered this for a school group outing and it took all the logistics off my plate. Everyone fit comfortably, the ride was smooth, and the kids were entertained the whole way. The pickup was punctual and they kept in touch about the timing. As the organizer I really appreciated how easy they made it. Took a stressful day and made it manageable.
Felicia Ar.
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Brennan O.
Booked transport for a school formal and the group loved it. Plenty of room, fun lights, and a sound system that kept the energy up between stops around New Orleans. Everyone arrived together and on time, which made supervising so much simpler. The reservation was painless and the price was fair for the size of our group. Would gladly use them again next year.
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Sienna W.
Our club needed a way to move everyone to an event and back without families having to coordinate a dozen cars. This was perfect. Clean, comfortable, and roomy enough for all of us plus our gear. The folks who booked it were responsive and confirmed everything the day before. It made the whole trip feel organized and the students had a great time.
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TN★★★★★
Tobias N.
Used this for an end-of-year school celebration and it was a hit with everyone. The kids felt special riding together, the inside was clean and fun, and getting them there and back in one group was a huge relief. Setting it up was simple and they were upfront about everything. It turned an ordinary event into something the students will remember.
Frequently Asked Questions About our New Orleans School Transportation Services
How much does a school bus rental cost in New Orleans?
New Orleans school bus rental prices depend on vehicle size, the date, and how long you need the bus. A 15- to 35-passenger minibus typically runs less per hour than a 40- to 56-passenger charter bus, and a full-day field trip is quoted differently than a short downtown hop. The fastest way to get an exact, all-inclusive number for your trip is to call 504-264-9422 or use our 30-second online tool — no hidden costs, no surprises.
Can a charter bus drop off right at the Audubon Zoo or the WWII Museum?
Yes. Your bus pulls up to the entrance to unload the group, then waits nearby while you tour, since bus parking is limited around both the Uptown Audubon Zoo and the Warehouse District museums. When the trip wraps, you arrange the pickup window with our team in advance so the bus is right there when the class walks out.
We recommend confirming current group-entry rules on each venue's official page before your visit.
Do you provide buses for away games and sports teams?
Absolutely. A New Orleans charter bus keeps the whole roster, coaches, and gear together for district games, tournaments across the Causeway, or a playoff trip to the Caesars Superdome. The undercarriage bays hold equipment bags and coolers, WiFi keeps athletes on top of schoolwork, and the bus drops the team at the venue door instead of a far-off lot.
Call 504-264-9422 with your schedule.
How many students fit on one bus?
It depends on the trip. A 15- to 35-passenger minibus suits a single class or a small team, while a 40- to 56-passenger charter bus handles a full grade level or a band with equipment. If your headcount falls between sizes, we'll match the right vehicle so you never pay for empty seats.
Tell us the number and we'll size it right.
Are ADA-accessible buses available for school trips?
Yes — ADA-accessible vehicles are always available for school groups in New Orleans. Just let us know your accessibility needs when you book so we can have the right bus ready for your departure. Giving us a heads-up ahead of the trip date ensures everything is ready and nobody is left waiting on the curb.
How far in advance should I book a school bus in New Orleans?
Book as early as your date is set, especially for spring field-trip season and the May graduation and dance rush, when buses go fast. A few months out secures the best price and vehicle selection. For trips outside those peak windows, a couple of weeks of lead time usually works — but the earlier you call 504-264-9422, the better your options.