18 Passenger Minibus

Our 18-passenger minibuses come in a range of exterior colors including black, white, silver, grey, blue, red, navy, and even yellow—so you can choose the look that best fits your event. Whether you’re coordinating with a wedding color scheme, representing company branding, or just want something that stands out (or blends in), we have options available. For corporate and VIP clients, black and navy buses offer a professional appearance similar to traditional limousine service. White is popular for weddings and formal events because it looks clean and photographs well. If you need something truly custom, we also offer full wrap packages so you can add logos, advertisements, or any graphic design to the entire bus exterior. Let us know if you have a specific color preference when booking, and we’ll do our best to match it from our available inventory.

Standard amenities on our 18-passenger minibuses include comfortable cloth or leatherette seats with armrests and headrests, overhead storage racks for small bags, individual reading lights, and power outlets or USB ports for charging devices. There are also flat-screen monitors with a DVD player or HDMI input, a PA system for announcements, and WiFi upon request. The interior features either carpeted or wood-look vinyl flooring, tinted windows for privacy, and strong air conditioning capable of handling hot Southern California weather. Additional features include cup holders, magazine pouches, and wide entry steps with grab rails. If you need something extra like seat-back tray tables or custom lighting, just ask—we can often accommodate special requests.

The cost to rent an 18-passenger minibus in Montebello typically ranges from $150–$430+ per hour, $1,520–$3,255 per day, or $4.00–$7.95 per mile. Your quote will include the vehicle, driver, standard gratuity, and mileage, but does not cover parking fees at venues, tolls, or hotel rooms for the driver on overnight trips—those will be billed separately if needed. Final pricing depends on several factors including the exact pickup location, destination, total duration of the rental, time of year, and current vehicle availability. Busiest seasons like spring wedding months or fall corporate event schedules may see higher rates due to increased demand. For the most accurate estimate, we recommend calling our team with your full itinerary so we can provide a personalized quote within minutes. We always give you the full price upfront before you sign anything, and we’re happy to walk through different options to help you stay within budget.

The 18-passenger minibus is one of the most versatile vehicles in our fleet, sitting comfortably between smaller sprinter vans and larger 30–35 passenger buses. Compared to a 15-passenger van, the minibus offers significantly more headroom, aisle space, and onboard amenities like flat-screen monitors, PA systems, and overhead storage. It’s easier to maneuver and park than a full-size coach, making it ideal for trips into downtown areas or venues with limited bus access. While it doesn’t have the full underfloor luggage bays of a 47–56 passenger motorcoach, it does provide more cargo space than smaller options, with room for carry-on bags and additional storage at the rear. This size is perfect for groups that get you a sprinter too small but don’t want to pay for extra seats they won’t use on a larger bus. You still get premium features like reclining seats, Wi-Fi, and USB charging, but in a more budget-friendly and flexible package.

We recommend booking your 18-passenger minibus at least three to six months in advance, especially if your event falls during peak season or overlaps with major local events. Spring and summer dates fill up quickly due to wedding season, school graduations, and festival schedules across LA County. Large events like the Rose Parade, LA Marathon, or concert weekends at SoFi Stadium can cause regional shortages of available vehicles. Booking early gives you the best selection of amenities and colors, and locks in current pricing before rates increase closer to the date. If you’re planning something on short notice, we can still help—Charter Bus Company Montebello specializes in last-minute reservations—but availability may be limited and prices could be higher. As soon as you have your schedule and headcount confirmed, call us to reserve your bus with a deposit. The final balance is typically due 30 days before departure. We do our best to accommodate last-minute requests, but availability is much better when you reserve early—especially if you have specific needs for amenities or branding.

The luggage capacity of an 18-passenger minibus depends on the exact floor plan, but generally you can expect to fit one carry-on bag per person in the overhead racks, plus 8–12 full-size suitcases in the rear storage area or dedicated luggage compartment. Overhead shelves run the length of the cabin and are ideal for backpacks, laptop bags, or small duffel bags. The rear cargo space is accessible either from inside the cabin or through an exterior door at the back of the bus, and can accommodate larger items like coolers, folding chairs, or equipment cases. If your group is traveling with extra gear—such as musical instruments, sports equipment, or display materials for a trade show—we recommend mentioning this when you book so we can assign a bus with maximum storage or suggest upgrading to a larger size. For airport transfers, the minibus can comfortably handle the standard allowance of one checked bag and one carry-on per passenger. If everyone packs light, you’ll have no problem fitting everything; if you have oversized or additional luggage, let us know in advance so we can make sure there’s room for it all.