28 Passenger Minibus Rental
A 28 passenger minibus rental in Santa Cruz hits the sweet spot for groups that are too big for a couple of rideshares and too small to justify a full motorcoach rolling down Highway 1. Whether your group is headed to Natural Bridges State Beach for a sunset gathering, shuttling between hotels on Ocean Street and the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, or making the climb up to Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park on a winding two-lane road where parking is a genuine headache, a 28-passenger minibus can keep everyone together and the logistics simple. Fill out one quick form on this website to continue to a national booking platform and compare 28 passenger minibuses and rates from a network of independently owned transportation companies serving Santa Cruz — no account, no callback queue, no hassle.
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More About 28 Passenger Minibuses
The 28 passenger minibus sits in a genuinely useful middle range — compact enough to navigate the tight turns on West Cliff Drive and the narrow approach roads around UC Santa Cruz, but roomy enough to seat a full wedding shuttle group, a corporate offsite group, or a school organization heading down to the Santa Cruz Wharf for a team lunch. These minibuses are sized to load and unload quickly at curbside drop-off zones, which matters when you're working around event timing at the Rio Theatre (1205 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062) or coordinating arrivals at a private venue tucked into the Santa Cruz Mountains. You can compare 28 passenger minibuses from a network of independently owned companies serving Santa Cruz and the surrounding Monterey Bay area — all in one place, with instant pricing and vehicle photos, no account required.
Heading to a winery in the Santa Cruz Mountains AVA? Organizing a group transfer from San José Mineta International Airport down Highway 17 to the coast? The 28-passenger minibus handles both without the per-car cost of splitting your group across four separate rideshares.
Compare available vehicles and rates through this website, or call 831-888-8650 and a booking-platform representative can discuss options around your itinerary!
Inside a 28 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 831-888-8650 to view current vehicle options, photos, availability, and pricing. Confirm the exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
Common Amenities Available on Santa Cruz 28 Passenger Minibus Rentals
Riding Highway 17 into Santa Cruz in a caravan of personal vehicles is exactly as stressful as it sounds — that stretch through the Santa Cruz Mountains sees heavy congestion on Friday afternoons and after major Boardwalk events, and the drop in elevation comes with tight curves that wear out even experienced motorists. A 28 passenger minibus rental in Santa Cruz can put the whole group in one climate-controlled cabin instead. Depending on the vehicle, you can find minibuses with reclining seats, overhead storage compartments, power outlets, onboard WiFi, and a PA system — so your group coordinator can actually communicate with everyone at once instead of firing off a group text and hoping for the best.
Amenities vary by vehicle and provider, so compare options through the quote tool and confirm what's included before continuing to the booking platform.
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 831-888-8650 before booking.
How much does a 28 Passenger Minibus cost in Santa Cruz?
Santa Cruz 28 passenger minibus rental prices generally run $190–$355+ per hour, $1,540–$2,255+ per day, and $5.65–$8.25+ per mile, depending on the date, the itinerary, how many stops you need, and which amenities the vehicle carries. A single-stop airport transfer from SJC down Highway 17 lands differently on the quote than a full-day wine tour looping through Bonny Doon Vineyard (450 Hwy 1, Davenport, CA 95071) and back. The fastest way to see what your specific trip costs is to enter your date, group size, and pickup location into the quote tool on this website — the quote tool can return pricing, with vehicle photos, no account needed.
Or call 831-888-8650 any time and a representative can walk through the options with you and discuss a package that fits your group's actual headcount and schedule!
| Type of Vehicle | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day | Cost Per Mile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Passenger Minibus | $190 – $355+ | $220 – $370+ | $1,540 – $2,255+ | $5.65 – $8.25+ |
| 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 831-888-8650. | ||||
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