Bus Rentals in Cortland, New York

A charter bus is a private, full-size motorcoach that can seat 40 to 56 passengers and is used for group transportation on custom schedules. Charter Bus Company Cortland offers one of the largest and newest fleets in Cortland—including minibuses (15-35 passengers) from Grech Motors, Battisti Customs, Tiffany Coach Builders and more; full-size charter buses (40-56 passengers) built by MCI, Van Hool, Prevost, and Temsa; party buses (10-50 passengers) from Krystal, Grech, Executive Coach Builders; sprinter vans (10-15); and school buses. We also provide ADA-accessible options and specialty vehicles for wedding shuttles, sports teams, corporate outings, and more.

Charter bus rental prices in Cortland typically range from $145 to $550+ per hour or $1,520 to $5,000+ per day for full-size coaches, while minibuses cost $150 to $450+ per hour or $1,520 to $3,465+ per day. Party buses and sprinter vans are available at similar rates depending on size and amenities. Rates are based on mileage, trip duration, vehicle type, and time of year—busiest seasons (April–June for graduations, September–November for sports) see higher demand and pricing. Additional factors include optional amenities, tolls, parking fees, and whether your itinerary requires overnight travel or extended standby hours.

All buses in our fleet come with standard features like reclining seats, climate control, overhead storage racks, reading lights, and PA systems. Most full-size coaches include onboard restrooms, individual power outlets or USB ports, WiFi hotspots, flat-screen TV monitors with DVD players, and undercarriage luggage bays that hold up to 500 lbs of baggage per trip. Premium models offer hardwood-style flooring, tray tables, adjustable footrests, and panoramic windows. Minibuses have cushioned bench or forward-facing seats, compact luggage areas, and optional AV setups. ADA-accessible units feature wheelchair lifts, securement areas, and priority seating near entrances.

We provide transportation for school field trips to SUNY Cortland or the 1890 House Museum, sports team travel to Syracuse or Ithaca, wedding shuttles at Greek Peak or local barns, corporate commutes from Ithaca to Binghamton, church retreats, festival shuttles for the Great Cortland Pumpkinfest, and student moves between campuses. Our experience includes working with university departments, small businesses, union groups, senior centers, and volunteer organizations across Cortland County. Whether you need a single round-trip ride or a multi-day itinerary with multiple stops, we can customize a package to fit your schedule and budget.

We serve all of Cortland County—including Homer, McGraw, Marathon, Virgil, Preble—as well as nearby cities like Ithaca, Syracuse, Binghamton, Auburn, and Elmira. Popular destinations include Finger Lakes wineries, state parks like Buttermilk Falls and Green Lakes, concert venues in Syracuse, casinos in Verona, and airports such as SYR and ITH. Out-of-state trips to NYC, Buffalo, Rochester, Albany, or even Boston are available upon request. If your group has multiple pickup points or needs continuous loop service between hotels and event sites, we can accommodate complex routing with ease.

To get an instant quote, call our 24/7 reservation team at 607-365-4380 or use the online form with your trip details: date, pickup/drop-off addresses, headcount, and desired amenities. You’ll receive a custom quote within minutes that includes vehicle options, total cost, and photos of available buses. Once you choose a package, follow the instructions to confirm your booking. Our staff will send you a contract and itinerary summary for review. Customer support is available around the clock to answer questions, make changes, or handle special requests before and during your trip.

In downtown Cortland, charter buses can load and unload passengers at designated spots on Main Street near the Cortland Repertory Theatre, at Clinton Avenue’s public transit hub, or in the parking lot behind the County Office Building. For events at SUNY Cortland, use the Neubig Road circle or Corey Union turnaround; Greek Peak visitors should proceed to the resort’s lower lot. Sports teams departing from high schools can stage at athletic field lots. When traveling to Syracuse or Ithaca, we recommend pre-arranging drop zones with venue managers. If your itinerary includes remote pickups, ensure there’s enough space for a 40-foot vehicle to turn around.

Every quote includes exclusive use of the bus and driver for your entire itinerary, fuel, insurance, and basic amenities like WiFi and restrooms. Gratuity is optional but appreciated for excellent service. Tolls on I-81, Route 13, or NYS Thruway are not included and will be added to your final invoice unless you provide an E-ZPass. Parking fees at stadiums, airports, or downtown garages are the client’s responsibility—please budget $20–$75 per day depending on location. Overnight trips that require lodging for the driver must be arranged by the group leader. Extra mileage or hours beyond the contract will be billed at the agreed-upon rate.

Choose a bus size based on your headcount plus a few extra seats for comfort—minibuses hold 18–35, full-size coaches seat 40–56. Consider how much luggage, sports equipment, or musical gear you’ll bring; large groups with suitcases need underfloor storage. Tell us if you want specific features like WiFi, power outlets, or ADA access. To reserve, we need exact pickup times and addresses, main contact person’s name and phone number, and any special instructions such as repeated shuttles or meal breaks. Last-minute changes are allowed but may affect availability during peak seasons.