30 Passenger Minibus Rental
Moving 30 people through New Orleans without splitting into a five-car caravan on the Pontchartrain Expressway is exactly what the 30-passenger minibus was built for! Whether your group is shuttling between the French Quarter and the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center on Convention Center Boulevard, making the run out to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport on I-10, or hopping between Frenchmen Street jazz clubs on a Saturday night, one vehicle keeps everyone together and on schedule. And with Neworleanscharterbusrentals.com, you're not cold-calling operators off a Google search!
Fill out one quick form to compare 30-passenger minibuses and rates from a large network of independently owned transportation companies serving New Orleans, Louisiana — no account required. Call 504-517-1560 or use the 30-second online quote tool right now to see what's available for your dates!
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More About 30 Passenger Minibuses
The 30-passenger minibus hits the sweet spot for groups that have outgrown a Sprinter van but don't need a full 56-passenger motorcoach rolling down Decatur Street. In New Orleans, that matters. These vehicles are compact enough to navigate the tight turns in the Warehouse District, pull cleanly into the loading zone on Poydras Street outside Smoothie King Center, and reach venues in Mid-City and the Marigny without the oversized-vehicle headaches that come with a full-size coach.
Popular models in the network include the Glaval Universal, the Starcraft Starlite, and the Turtle Top Terra Transit — every one built with a center aisle, full stand-up roof height, and enough room that nobody's climbing over a neighbor to reach their seat. Compare 30-passenger minibuses from a network of independently owned transportation companies serving New Orleans — side by side, with photos and instant online pricing, no account needed!
Inside a 30 Passenger Minibus



Vehicles shown above are NOT the exact makes and models available for every trip. We are NOT a transportation company and do not own or operate vehicles. Photos are examples only and may show stock or typical vehicles, not the exact vehicle offered for your reservation. Fill out the online quote form or call 504-517-1560 to view current vehicle options, photos, availability, and pricing. Confirm the exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
What’s Typically Included on 30 Passenger Minibus Rentals
The 30-passenger minibuses available through the network come loaded with features your group actually wants on a New Orleans trip! Every model runs air conditioning and climate control — non-negotiable when August humidity on Magazine Street hits 95 percent and your group is stepping off Bourbon Street. Seats are high-back reclining in leather or cloth depending on the model, with extra legroom so nobody arrives stiff after the haul from Metairie or Kenner.
Overhead compartments handle carry-ons and day bags, and a rear luggage area fits roller bags and duffels for groups with more gear. You'll also find power outlets and USB charging ports, flat-screen monitors with DVD or HDMI input, a PA system with wireless mic for tour leaders and group coordinators, and Bluetooth/AUX stereo so your playlist runs from pickup to last drop-off. WiFi is available on many models, onboard restrooms on select builds, and ADA-accessible vehicles with wheelchair lifts are available on request — just mention it when you fill out your quote!
Reclining Seats
Climate Control
Overhead Storage Racks
Tinted Windows
WiFi
USB Charging Ports
AUX/Bluetooth Sound System
And More!
Amenities listed above are common features that MAY be available on buses. Because we are a referral website and do NOT own or operate buses, exact features vary by vehicle, provider, and availability. After you submit your quote request, you can browse vehicle options, pricing, and available details on the results page. To confirm the exact amenities included with a specific vehicle offered for your trip, call 504-517-1560 before booking.
How much does a 30 Passenger Minibus cost to rent?
30-passenger minibus rentals in New Orleans cost $205–$365+ per hour, $1,670–$2,335+ per day, and $5.90–$8.60+ per mile depending on the provider, the date, and the specific vehicle. A Saturday night crawl through the French Quarter and the Marigny prices differently than a Tuesday morning airport transfer to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport on I-10 — and a handful of New Orleans dates have the entire metro booked solid months out. Mardi Gras parades roll through Uptown and the CBD from late January through Fat Tuesday, Jazz Fest at the Fair Grounds Race Course fills the last weekend of April and the first weekend of May, and the Essence Festival at the Caesars Superdome draws enormous numbers of visitors over Fourth of July weekend.
Wait on any of those dates and you're looking at premium rates or no availability at all. The fastest way to see numbers for your exact trip? No need to fear — 30-second online pricing is here!
Enter your date, group size, and pickup location to land on a results page showing vehicles, photos, and pricing from a network of bus companies serving New Orleans and the surrounding area — no account, No waiting for callbacks to get pricing, no guessing. Or call 504-517-1560 any time and a live agent will build a custom package around your itinerary!
| Type of Vehicle | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day | Cost Per Mile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Passenger Minibus | $205 – $365+ | $240 – $380+ | $1,670 – $2,335+ | $5.90 – $8.60+ |
| ABOVE PRICES ARE JUST EXAMPLES. Your final price and vehicle options depend entirely on your specific trip details. To get an instant price quote for your trip, request an online quote or call 504-517-1560. | ||||