
Coon Rapids School Field Trip Charter Bus Rentals
We help you compare field trip buses from a large network of transportation companies serving Coon Rapids, Minnesota — all in one place, with pricing in under 30 seconds! Whether your class is heading to the Eastman Nature Center at Elm Creek Park Reserve, the Science Museum of Minnesota in Saint Paul, or the Minnesota Zoo in Apple Valley, Coonrapidscharterbuscompany.com makes finding the right bus fast and easy. Fill out one quick form to compare vehicles and rates from a network of independently owned bus companies serving Coon Rapids and the entire Anoka County area.
No account required — just instant options and a free quote online or by phone at 612-295-0603!
School Event Transportation From a Network of Independent Bus Companies
For quick and easy field trip transportation in Coon Rapids, Coonrapidscharterbuscompany.com is the answer! Instead of calling five different bus companies and waiting on callbacks, you fill out one form and instantly compare vehicles, amenities, and pricing from a network of independently owned transportation companies serving Coon Rapids and the surrounding Anoka County area. Coonrapidscharterbuscompany.com is not a bus company — it's a quote-comparison and referral website. That means you're never limited to one fleet.
You get many options from a network of independent operators serving your schools, your destinations, and your schedule. From Coon Rapids High School to Como Park Zoo, the right bus is right here. Call 612-295-0603 or use the online quote tool to get started!
Find the Bus That Works for Your School Event Transportation
Get the perfect bus for your class size and destination! Through the network, you can compare 15–35 passenger minibuses, perfect for smaller groups or shorter hops to Bunker Hills Regional Park or Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park. Need to move a full class or multiple classrooms?
Full-size 56-passenger charter buses come with reclining seats, overhead storage, climate control, and large undercarriage luggage bays for equipment. ADA-accessible buses are available too — just mention it when you request your quote. Whether you need a single bus for a science museum visit or several vehicles for an all-school field day, you can compare everything in one place.
No account needed, and a free quote is always available at 612-295-0603!
56 Passenger Charter Bus
35 Passenger Minibus
30 Passenger Minibus
28 Passenger Minibus
25 Passenger Minibus
20 Passenger Minibus
18 Passenger Minibus
15 Passenger Minibus
15-50 Passenger Party Buses
Sprinter Van with Driver
Sprinter Limo
School Bus
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 612-295-0603 to view current vehicle options, photos, availability, and pricing. Confirm the exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
Charter Buses to the Science Museum of Minnesota and Minnesota History Center
When your class is ready to explore the Science Museum of Minnesota (120 W Kellogg Blvd, Saint Paul, MN 55102) or the neighboring Minnesota History Center (345 W Kellogg Blvd, Saint Paul, MN 55102), a charter bus from Coon Rapids makes the 35–45 minute run down US-10 and I-94 smooth and stress-free. Per the Science Museum's own directions page, school groups drop off at the Education entrance on Eagle and Chestnut Streets from September through May, and on Kellogg Boulevard during the summer months, with buses returning to the same drop-off area at pickup time. Both museums offer school group programs and rates, so advance reservations are a must — and so is locking in your bus early.
Compare 56-passenger charter buses and 15–35 passenger minibuses from the network to match your class size perfectly. Call 612-295-0603 to get started!
Minibus Rentals to Elm Creek Park Reserve and Eastman Nature Center
Call it one of the easiest field trip decisions you'll make all year! Elm Creek Park Reserve and the Eastman Nature Center inside it (13351 Elm Creek Rd, Dayton, MN 55369) are just minutes from Coon Rapids and offer structured environmental education programs for school groups. The Three Rivers Park District recommends that school groups contact the Eastman Nature Center in advance at (763) 694-7700 to arrange programming, and bus parking is available near the nature center entrance.
A 15–35 passenger minibus is a great fit for smaller classroom groups heading out for a morning of outdoor learning — compact enough to navigate the park roads and comfortable enough to keep students settled for the ride. Compare minibus options and pricing through Coonrapidscharterbuscompany.com in seconds!
Minnesota Zoo Field Trip Bus Rentals From Coon Rapids
With one form, you can compare charter buses to the Minnesota Zoo (13000 Zoo Blvd, Apple Valley, MN 55124) from Coon Rapids in under 30 seconds! The Minnesota Zoo is one of the most popular school field trip destinations in the state, with more than 4,500 animals and dedicated school group programs. Per the zoo's own groups page, school and youth groups must register and pay in full at least two weeks before their visit date, and bus parking runs $15 per bus.
The drive from Coon Rapids runs approximately 30–40 minutes via I-35W or MN-77, depending on time of day. A full-size 56-passenger charter bus keeps your whole class together for the ride and gives everyone room to relax. Compare buses and pricing through Coonrapidscharterbuscompany.com — fill out the form or call 612-295-0603!
Como Park Zoo Field Trip Transportation for Coon Rapids Schools
We know budget matters for school field trips — and Como Park Zoo & Conservatory (1225 Estabrook Dr, Saint Paul, MN 55103) is one of the best free-admission destinations in the Twin Cities for school groups! Per the zoo's own directions page, the circle turnaround at the Minnesota and Circle Gardens provides a designated loading and unloading area for school buses and larger groups, making drop-off and pickup straightforward. The drive from Coon Rapids runs about 30–40 minutes via US-10 and I-35W.
Because admission is free, the bus is often the biggest line item in the trip budget — which is exactly why comparing pricing from a network of bus companies through Coonrapidscharterbuscompany.com makes so much sense. Find the right size bus at the right price, whether you're moving one classroom or a whole grade level. Fill out the form or call 612-295-0603 for instant pricing!
Mill City Museum and Minneapolis Field Trip Bus Rentals
If you're planning a field trip to Mill City Museum (704 S 2nd St, Minneapolis, MN 55401) or any other Minneapolis destination, Coonrapidscharterbuscompany.com makes finding a charter bus from Coon Rapids fast and simple! Mill City Museum sits on the Mississippi riverfront and offers school programs tied to Minnesota history and the flour milling industry — a natural fit for Minnesota studies curricula. Charter buses drop off on 2nd Street S near the main entrance, and the drive from Coon Rapids runs approximately 25–35 minutes via US-10 or MN-252 south.
The Minneapolis Institute of Art (2400 Third Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55404) and Bakken Museum (3537 Zenith Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55418) are also easy charter bus destinations from Coon Rapids. Compare buses from the network in seconds — fill out the form or call 612-295-0603!
School Event Transportation in Coon Rapids and All the Surrounding Areas
Finding field trip buses doesn't stop at Coon Rapids city limits! Coonrapidscharterbuscompany.com connects you to a network of transportation companies serving the entire north metro, including Andover, Anoka, Blaine, Brooklyn Park, Champlin, Fridley, Ham Lake, Maple Grove, and beyond. Whether your school is in Coon Rapids or anywhere across the Anoka-Hennepin School District — the largest school district in Minnesota — you can compare buses and pricing from one quick form. The network covers destinations all across the Twin Cities metro, so whether you're going to Saint Paul, Minneapolis, Apple Valley, or Chaska, there's a bus ready for your route.
Fill out the form or call 612-295-0603 to compare your options today!
How Much Does School Event Transportation in Coon Rapids Cost?
| Type of Vehicle | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day | Cost Per Mile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 56 Passenger Charter Bus | $205 – $385+ | $225 – $410+ | $1,650 – $2,950+ | $6.20 – $8.95+ |
| 35 Passenger Minibus | $225 – $370+ | $255 – $385+ | $1,815 – $2,415+ | $6.20 – $8.95+ |
| 30 Passenger Minibus | $205 – $365+ | $240 – $380+ | $1,670 – $2,335+ | $5.90 – $8.60+ |
| 28 Passenger Minibus | $190 – $355+ | $220 – $370+ | $1,540 – $2,255+ | $5.65 – $8.25+ |
| 25 Passenger Minibus | $190 – $350+ | $195 – $365+ | $1,420 – $2,180+ | $5.40 – $7.90+ |
| 20 Passenger Minibus | $190 – $340+ | $190 – $355+ | $1,300 – $2,080+ | $5.15 – $7.50+ |
| 18 Passenger Minibus | $190 – $330+ | $190 – $350+ | $1,210 – $1,990+ | $5.00 – $7.25+ |
| 15 Passenger Minibus | $180 – $310+ | $180 – $330+ | $1,150 – $1,880+ | $4.75 – $6.95+ |
| 15-50 Passenger Party Bus | $248 – $426+ | $265 – $460+ | $1,827 – $2,954+ | $6.75 – $9.95+ |
| Sprinter Van with Driver | $190 – $373+ | $218 – $466+ | $1,395 – $2,848+ | $5.00 – $6.95+ |
| Sprinter Limo | $190 – $340+ | $190 – $355+ | $1,300 – $2,080+ | $5.15 – $7.50+ |
| School Bus | $205 – $365+ | $240 – $380+ | $1,670 – $2,335+ | $5.00 – $7.60+ |
| 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 612-295-0603. | ||||
Frequently Asked Questions About Coon Rapids School Event Transportation Services
Coonrapidscharterbuscompany.com helps you compare buses rental options; it is not a transportation company and does not rent, own, or operate vehicles. When you submit the quote form, your trip details go through a booking company so you can review pricing and available vehicles for your date. You compare the options and book through the process shown with your quote.
Coonrapidscharterbuscompany.com is a quote-comparison and referral website that lets you compare field trip buses from a network of independently owned transportation companies serving Coon Rapids and the surrounding area. Fill out one quick form with your date, group size, and destination, and you'll instantly see vehicles, photos, and pricing from multiple operators — no account required. A free quote is also available any time by calling 612-295-0603.
You fill out the online quote form with your pickup location, destination, date, and passenger count. In under 30 seconds, you're taken to a results page on a national booking platform showing available buses and pricing from a network of transportation companies serving the Coon Rapids area. From there, you compare options and book the bus that fits your class right online — all in just minutes, No waiting for callbacks to get pricing needed.
It depends on your headcount. A single classroom of 20–30 students plus chaperones typically fits a 35-passenger minibus comfortably. A full grade level or multiple classrooms moving together calls for one or more 56-passenger charter buses.
Through Coonrapidscharterbuscompany.com, you can compare both sizes side by side from the network — so you match the bus to your actual count instead of guessing. Just enter your group size when you fill out the form!
Book as early as possible — ideally four to six weeks before your trip date, and even earlier for spring field trip season (April and May), which is the busiest stretch of the year for school bus rentals across the Anoka-Hennepin area. Waiting until the last minute means fewer vehicle options and higher prices. The sooner you compare through Coonrapidscharterbuscompany.com, the better your selection and the better your rate!
Yes! The network of transportation companies accessible through Coonrapidscharterbuscompany.com serves destinations well beyond the Twin Cities. Whether your school group is heading to Valleyfair in Shakopee, the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum in Chaska, or a destination further afield, you can compare buses and pricing for longer-distance trips right through the same online form.
Full-size 56-passenger charter buses with onboard restrooms are a great fit for longer hauls. Call 612-295-0603 for help planning a custom route!
Yes. ADA-accessible buses with wheelchair lifts and wider aisles are available through the network. Just mention your accessibility needs when you fill out the quote form or when you call 612-295-0603, and the available options will reflect that requirement.
Mentioning it early gives you the best selection of accessible vehicles for your trip date and destination.
Winter weather on US-10, I-35W, and I-694 can affect travel times, so building extra buffer into your schedule between November and March is always a smart move. All buses in the network are climate-controlled, so your students stay warm regardless of conditions outside. For winter field trips, book early and confirm your pickup time allows for potential MnDOT road delays.
Check Minnesota 511 road conditions for real-time road conditions before your trip day.