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56-Passenger Charter Bus Rental in Santa Barbara

A 56-passenger motorcoach is the Santa Barbara and Ventura vehicle for large groups and long days: an onboard restroom, under-floor bays and one driver for the whole trip. It books at an instant all-in price from a vetted local operator holding California charter-party authority.

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56-Passenger Charter Bus Rental in Santa Barbara
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The 56-passenger charter bus in Santa Barbara

Coaches carry wine tours, conferences, campus groups and trips to Los Angeles. The restroom and seats make the two hour drive to LA comfortable.

The class runs about 45 feet with 49 to 56 reclining seats, a restroom, climate control, a PA system, outlets and WiFi on most units. Lift coaches are available on request.

Coaches handle US-101, resorts and larger wineries well. Montecito lanes, estate drives, some winery roads and downtown side streets are too tight, and SR-154 is steep and winding.

Coaches quote against a five hour minimum. Build the itinerary, see one all-in price, e-sign and track the coach live.

Specs at a glance

Seats

49-56

Luggage

under-floor bays for roughly one large checked bag per passenger

On board

onboard restroomreclining seatsWiFi on most coachespower outletsPA systemclimate controlADA lift-equipped coaches on request

Best for

large wine tours · conference loops · college athletics · Channel Islands harbor runs · trips to Los Angeles · school trips

Pick another class for

Montecito lanes and estate drives · small winery roads · downtown side streets · small groups under about 25

Typical 56-passenger charter bus rates in Santa Barbara (2026)

Motorcoach (47–56 pax) est.HourlyFull dayMinimumPer mile (long trips)
Typical rate$175–$260$1,700–$2,5005 hrs$8.00

Typical published ranges. Excludes driver gratuity (10–20%), tolls, parking and airport or venue fees; fuel is included on local trips and peak dates can run 10–20% higher. Your instant quote is one all-in price for your exact trip.

Rates updated September 2026

What a 56-passenger charter bus does in Santa Barbara

Wine country tour

A large group visits larger wineries and Los Olivos.

Conference loop

Attendees ride between hotels and venues.

College athletics

Teams and gear travel to away games.

Channel Islands day

A group rides to Ventura Harbor for the boats.

Trip to Los Angeles

A group rides to a game or show.

School trip

Students ride on SPAB-certified coaches.

56-Passenger Charter Bus Rental compared

vs a minibus

Coach for large groups and long drives, minibus for narrow roads and estates.

vs two minibuses

One coach is usually cheaper per seat.

vs a sprinter van

Van for up to 14, coach above that.

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56 passenger charter bus in Santa Barbara

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56-Passenger Charter Bus Rental in Santa Barbara — FAQ

How many passengers?

49 to 56.

Can a coach go over San Marcos Pass?

In good conditions, yes. The operator may choose US-101 instead.

Will it fit at a winery?

At larger wineries, yes. Smaller estates, no.

What does a coach cost?

About $175 to $260 per hour on a five hour minimum, or $1,700 to $2,500 a day.

Is there a restroom?

Yes.

Are accessible coaches available?

Yes, on request.

Price a 56-passenger charter bus in Santa Barbara

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