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Reno and Lake Tahoe combine a convention and casino city with the ski resorts, lake and mountain passes of the Sierra, and group travel here means Reno-Sparks Convention Center shows, ski trips, lake weddings and Reno-Tahoe International Airport transfers over roads that can need chains in winter. Umbrella Charter Network prices your Reno or Tahoe trip instantly and matches it to a vetted operator.

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Charter bus service across Reno & Lake Tahoe

Reno group work centers on the Reno-Sparks Convention Center, the casino resorts downtown and along South Virginia Street, the University of Nevada, Reno, and big events such as Hot August Nights, the Great Reno Balloon Race and the Reno Rodeo. East of town, the Tahoe-Reno Industrial Center runs large employee shuttle programs.

Lake Tahoe adds ski trips to Palisades Tahoe, Northstar, Heavenly, Mt. Rose and Diamond Peak, summer lake days and weddings, and conferences at the lake resorts. Winter chain controls on I-80, US-50, SR-431 and SR-89 shape every schedule, and operators run vehicles equipped for mountain driving. Nevada trips are matched to carriers holding Nevada Transportation Authority (NTA) authority, and trips that cross between California and Nevada use carriers with FMCSA interstate passenger authority.

We serve Washoe, Carson City, Douglas, Placer, Nevada and El Dorado counties — from Reno, Sparks, Carson City, Incline Village and Truckee to airport runs at RNO.

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Typical Reno & Lake Tahoe charter rates (2026)

VehicleHourlyDailyMin hours
Motorcoach (47–56 pax) est.$165–$235$1,650–$2,3505 hrs
Minibus (24–35 pax) est.$135–$185$1,300–$1,8005 hrs
Sprinter van (10–14 pax) est.$115–$165$1,050–$1,5504 hrs

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.

est. = estimated from regional pricing where few local sources publish rates.

Rates updated September 2026

What we move in Reno & Lake Tahoe

Airport transfersConferences & conventionsCorporate & eventsEmployee shuttlesLarge groups (100–1000+)School & campusSports & concertsWedding transportationWine & brewery tours
Illustrated 56-passenger charter motorcoach

🚌 Motorcoaches

Up to 56 passengers with luggage bays, restroom and WiFi — the workhorse for weddings, conferences and long-distance charters.

Illustrated 24–38 passenger minibus

🚐 Minibuses

24–38 passengers for corporate shuttles, wine tours and mid-size groups that still want comfort.

Illustrated 10–14 passenger sprinter van

🚐 Sprinter vans

10–14 passengers for airport transfers, executive roadshows and small groups that want to arrive together.

🚏 Plus game-day and concert shuttles to Reno-Sparks Convention Center, Grand Sierra Resort, Palisades Tahoe, Heavenly Mountain Resort and University of Nevada, Reno, and large-group moves for Hot August Nights, the Great Reno Balloon Race and ski season at Lake Tahoe.

Popular Reno & Lake Tahoe trips

Ski and snow trips

Day trips and multi-day ski groups from Reno hotels and the airport to Palisades Tahoe, Northstar, Heavenly, Mt. Rose and Diamond Peak.

Conventions and casino events

Hotel loops for the Reno-Sparks Convention Center, the Grand Sierra Resort and the downtown casino hotels, plus event shuttles.

Airport and lake transfers

Reno-Tahoe International arrivals to Reno, Incline Village, Truckee and South Lake Tahoe, plus summer lake and wedding shuttles.

Guides for Reno & Lake Tahoe

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Charter buses by city in Reno & Lake Tahoe

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Vehicles in Reno & Lake Tahoe

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Airports in Reno & Lake Tahoe

RNO — Reno-Tahoe International Airport

Nearby service areas

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Our network — service from Reno & Tahoe

Buses head out from Reno & Tahoe across a coast-to-coast network of vetted local operators — active in 21+ markets.

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Charter bus rental in Reno & Lake Tahoe — FAQ

How much does it cost to charter a bus in Reno?

A full-size motorcoach generally runs about $1,650 to $2,350 for a full day, and hourly work starts around $165 per hour against a five hour minimum. Minibuses run about $135 to $185 per hour and sprinter vans $115 to $165 per hour on a four hour minimum. A typical day lands between $950 and $1,900.

How long is the ride from the Reno airport to Lake Tahoe?

About 45 minutes to Incline Village or Truckee and about 75 minutes to South Lake Tahoe in good conditions. Snow and chain controls can add much more.

Do buses need chains in winter?

Chain controls are common on I-80 over Donner Summit, US-50 over Echo Summit, the Mt. Rose Highway and roads around the lake. Operators run equipped vehicles and adjust schedules to road conditions.

Who operates trips between Reno and California?

Trips that cross the state line use carriers with FMCSA interstate passenger authority. Trips inside Nevada use carriers with Nevada Transportation Authority authority.

Can you handle a ski group with gear?

Yes. Coaches carry skis and boards in the under-floor bays. Send the gear count so the vehicle is sized to it.

How far ahead should we book?

Four to six weeks for ski holidays, Hot August Nights, the Balloon Race and big conventions. Two to three weeks otherwise.

Do you serve both the Nevada and California sides of Tahoe?

Yes, from Reno, Sparks, Carson City and Incline Village to Truckee, Tahoe City and South Lake Tahoe.

Do charter buses have restrooms?

Full-size coaches usually do, which helps on mountain drives. Minibuses and vans usually do not.

Is gratuity included?

Yes. Pricing is flat and all-in, covering driver, fuel, standard mileage and tolls, with no separate gratuity line.

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