18 Passenger Minibus Rental
Getting 18 people across Santa Monica without turning the whole thing into a four-car scramble on the 10 Freeway is exactly what the 18-passenger minibus was built for! Whether your group is shuttling between a hotel on Ocean Avenue and a corporate event at the Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel, heading up Pacific Coast Highway to Malibu for a winery tour, or making an early morning run to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) 11 miles southeast, one vehicle keeps everyone together and on schedule. Fill out one quick form to compare 18-passenger minibuses and rates from a large network of independently owned transportation companies serving Santa Monica, CA — no account required!
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More About 18 Passenger Minibuses
The 18-passenger minibus hits a sweet spot that a 15-passenger minibus can't quite reach and a full-size 56-passenger motorcoach completely overshoots. In Santa Monica, that distinction matters more than most places. These vehicles are compact enough to navigate the tight turns on Colorado Avenue near the Santa Monica Pier, pull cleanly into hotel loading zones along Ocean Avenue, and handle the notoriously congested stretch of Lincoln Boulevard without the oversized-vehicle headaches that come with a full coach.
Popular models like the Glaval Universal and Starcraft Starlite give your group a center aisle, enough roof clearance to walk to your seat without ducking, and a climate-controlled cabin from the first pickup to the last drop-off. Why limit yourself to one fleet? Compare 18-passenger minibuses from a network of providers serving Santa Monica and the entire Westside — all in one place, with instant online pricing and vehicle photos, no account needed!
Inside an 18 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 323-486-9755 to view current vehicle options, photos, availability, and pricing. Confirm the exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
Common 18 Passenger Minibus Amenities to Compare
The 18-passenger minibuses available through the network come loaded with TONS of great features your group actually wants on a Santa Monica trip! Every model includes air conditioning and climate control — critical when June Gloom burns off midday and the temperature swings between the beach and the Santa Monica Mountains. Seats are high-back reclining in leather or cloth depending on the model, with extra legroom so nobody arrives stiff after a slow crawl through Wilshire Boulevard traffic.
Overhead compartments handle carry-ons and day bags — one bag per person — 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 or event coordinators, and Bluetooth/AUX stereo so you can run your own playlist from the Third Street Promenade all the way to Malibu. WiFi is available on many models — great for the corporate team that needs to stay productive on the ride from Santa Monica to a client site in Century City.
Onboard restrooms are available on select models, and ADA-accessible vehicles with rear or side 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 323-486-9755 before booking.
How much is an 18 Passenger Minibus rental?
18-passenger minibus rentals in Santa Monica cost $190–$330+ per hour, $1,210–$1,990+ per day, and $5.00–$7.25+ per mile depending on the provider, the date, and the specific vehicle. A Saturday bachelorette night looping from a hotel on Ocean Avenue through Venice Beach and into West Hollywood will price differently than a Tuesday morning airport transfer to LAX — and a handful of Santa Monica dates make the whole Westside market disappear fast. Los Angeles Marathon closes significant stretches of Ocean Avenue and Pico Boulevard on race morning, and the Santa Monica Air Show at Santa Monica Airport draws enormous crowds to the Clover Park area every fall.
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 Santa Monica and the entire Westside — no account, No waiting for callbacks to get pricing, no guessing.
Or call 323-486-9755 any time and a live agent will build a custom package around your itinerary! You'll even have additional options in your quote to choose from like party buses, 15-passenger minibuses, 20-passenger minibuses, and more!
| Type of Vehicle | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day | Cost Per Mile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Passenger Minibus | $190 – $330+ | $190 – $350+ | $1,210 – $1,990+ | $5.00 – $7.25+ |
| 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 323-486-9755. | ||||