28 Passenger Minibus Rental
Getting your group around Santa Barbara shouldn't mean splitting into three separate cars and hoping everyone ends up at the same winery on Foxen Canyon Road at the same time. Santabarbaraminibuscompany.com makes finding a 28 passenger minibus rental in Santa Barbara fast and straightforward — fill out one quick form to compare 28-passenger minibuses, packages, and rates from a network of independently owned transportation companies serving Santa Barbara and the surrounding Central Coast! Whether you're shuttling wedding guests between the Santa Barbara County Courthouse and a reception in Montecito, moving a corporate group along the congested US-101 corridor, or organizing a wine tour through the Santa Ynez Valley, a 28-passenger minibus hits the sweet spot between a cramped caravan and a full-size motorcoach. Call 805-979-7250 or use the online quote tool to compare your Santa Barbara minibus rental options today!
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More About 28 Passenger Minibuses
A 28-passenger minibus is the workhorse of the Santa Barbara group transportation world — big enough to keep everyone together, compact enough to navigate the narrow approach roads up to hilltop venues in the Santa Ynez Mountains or squeeze into the tight loading zones along State Street. Through this website, you can compare 28-passenger minibuses from a network of independent Santa Barbara-area transportation companies, each with their own vehicles, pricing, and availability, so you're never stuck with whatever a single company happens to have open on your date. Whether your group is heading to a tasting room in Los Olivos, catching a show at the Granada Theatre (1214 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101), or shuttling between downtown hotels and the Santa Barbara Airport, a 28-passenger minibus can help keep the headcount tight and the itinerary on track.
Sizing matters here. A 28-passenger minibus lands right between the nimble 18-passenger sprinter-style vehicles and the full 35-passenger coaches — so if your guest list sits in that 22-to-28 range, you're comparing the capacity you'll actually fill instead of paying for empty rows. Enter your trip details once, compare options side by side, and find the right fit through the online quote tool or by calling 805-979-7250 any time.
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 805-979-7250 to view current vehicle options, photos, availability, and pricing. Confirm the exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
Common Amenities Available on Santa Barbara 28 Passenger Minibus Rentals
Heading up the San Marcos Pass on CA-154 toward wine country? The ride itself is part of the experience, and a 28-passenger minibus can make it more comfortable. Depending on the vehicle and the operator, amenities on minibuses in the network can include reclining seats, climate control, overhead storage, power outlets, onboard WiFi, and a PA system — to help your group stay comfortable whether the trip is a 20-minute hop from the Funk Zone to a Goleta hotel or a longer run out to the Santa Rita Hills AVA.
Amenities do vary by bus and by operator, so when you compare 28-passenger minibuses through this website, you can review what each vehicle lists before you choose.
Planning a wine tour where the group wants to stretch out and arrive relaxed? Or a corporate shuttle where everyone needs to stay connected on the way in? You set the priorities, and the network gives you options from multiple companies so you can match the amenities to the occasion.
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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 805-979-7250 before booking.
How much does a 28 Passenger Minibus cost in Santa Barbara?
Santa Barbara minibus rental prices depend on how long you need the bus, how many stops are on the itinerary, the time of year, and which operator you select through the platform — and because this website pulls from a network of independent companies rather than a single fleet, you're comparing real competitive pricing instead of taking one company's word for it. Summer weekends during Santa Barbara's peak tourism season, Old Spanish Days Fiesta in August, and the busy holiday stretch fill up fast and push rates up, so the earlier you compare your date, the better your options. Enter your pickup location, date, and group size into the online quote tool and request Santa Barbara minibus rental pricing through the platform — no account, no waiting on a callback.
Rather than calling four or five local companies one at a time and trying to line up quotes that never quite match, one form through this website can present the comparison to you. Call 805-979-7250 any time and a live agent will walk through the options with you, or use the online tool right now and review options for your date!
| 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 exact price for your trip, request an estimate online or call 805-979-7250. | ||||
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