Albany School Field Trip Bus Rentals
Albany Coach Bus Service is the leading provider of school field trip bus rentals in Albany and across New York State. We’ve helped thousands of schools, colleges, universities, and youth organizations travel comfortably and safely to destinations across New York—including Buffalo, Syracuse, Rochester, Utica, Schenectady, Troy, Saratoga Springs, and even NYC. Whether you’re planning a day at the New York State Museum, a college tour of SUNY Albany, or an overnight trip to Boston or Washington, D.C., we’ll make sure your students and staff have the best transportation possible. Call our team 24/7 at 518-807-0470 to get an instant quote on your next field trip bus rental!
Why Teachers and Administrators Choose Albany Coach Bus Service
When you book with Albany Coach Bus Service, you get access to one of the largest fleets in New York. We offer minibuses, sprinter vans, school buses, and full-size charter buses in a wide range of sizes and configurations. Need to move 20 students from Guilderland to the Albany Pine Bush Preserve? A 25-passenger minibus will do the trick. Taking 100 seniors from Shaker High School to Six Flags Great Escape? We’ll send three 56-passenger coaches with luggage bays and onboard restrooms. You can even request specific amenities like WiFi for online learning, power outlets for charging devices, TV monitors for educational videos, or ADA features like wheelchair lifts and securement areas.
We know every school has different needs, so we customize each rental package to fit your itinerary and budget. Our reservation specialists are available 24/7 to answer questions, provide quotes, and help you choose the right bus for your group. We’ll handle all the logistics so you can focus on teaching—and enjoying the trip!
Comfortable, Modern Buses for Every Age Group
Keeping students comfortable and entertained during transit is key to a successful field trip. That’s why we offer modern buses with features designed to make long rides easier for kids, teens, and adults alike. Younger children will appreciate the spacious seating and climate control, while older students can take advantage of free WiFi to stream music or finish homework assignments. Chaperones and teachers can relax in reclining seats, catch up on emails using onboard internet, or show a documentary on the bus’s flat-screen TVs. If you’re traveling outside Albany County—say, to the Bronx Zoo or the American Museum of Natural History—we recommend booking a charter bus with a restroom to minimize stops and keep your schedule on track.
Albany College Tour Transportation Made Easy
Planning a college tour? Let us handle the transportation so you can focus on helping your students choose their future alma mater. We provide campus shuttle services to colleges and universities throughout the Capital Region, including University at Albany (UAlbany), Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) in Troy, Siena College in Loudonville, Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs, and Union College in Schenectady. For longer trips, we can take your group to SUNY Binghamton, Cornell University in Ithaca, Syracuse University, or even Ivy League schools like Columbia and Yale. With a private bus, your tour will run on time and everyone will stay together between info sessions, dorm visits, and admissions interviews.
Field Trip Buses to Museums, Parks, and Historic Sites
There’s no shortage of educational destinations within driving distance of Albany. Take your class to the New York State Museum to learn about local history and science, explore the Albany Institute of History & Art, or tour the USS Slater DE-766, a restored World War II destroyer escort docked on the Hudson River. Nature lovers will enjoy hiking at Thacher State Park, observing wildlife at Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, or picnicking in Washington Park. For hands-on learning, visit the Children’s Museum of Science and Technology (CMOST) in Troy or the miSci museum in Schenectady. Wherever you go, your bus will drop you off close to the entrance and pick you up when it’s time to head back to school.
Sports Team Transportation for Albany Schools
In addition to field trips, we also provide charter buses for school sports teams traveling to games, tournaments, and championships. Coaches and athletic directors can book a single bus for a JV soccer match in Colonie or arrange multiple vehicles for a track meet in Buffalo. Our buses have plenty of storage space for equipment bags, coolers, and uniforms, plus comfortable seating so athletes can rest before competing. After the game, everyone can ride back together and celebrate the win—or plan for next time.
Affordable Rates and Custom Packages
We know that school budgets are tight, which is why we offer some of the most competitive rates in the industry. When you request a quote, we’ll take into account factors like mileage, duration, group size, and amenity preferences to give you an accurate estimate with no hidden fees. Splitting the cost of a charter bus is often more economical than reimbursing parents for gas or renting multiple vans—and it’s definitely less stressful. If you have questions about pricing or want tips on how to save money on your rental, just ask! We’re here to help.
Ready to book your next field trip? Call Albany Coach Bus Service today at 518-807-0470 or fill out our online form to get started. We look forward to helping your students explore, learn, and grow—one bus ride at a time.