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Group Transportation Services in Urbandale

Corporate Event Charter Bus & Minibus Rental

Corporate Transportation Services

When you need reliable corporate transportation in Urbandale, Des Moines, or anywhere across Polk County and Dallas County, Urbandale Charter Bus is your #1 choice for charter bus rentals! We help businesses of every size run better events with custom, private shuttles built around your exact schedule. Book a minibus rental for daily employee commuter shuttles to offices in West Des Moines, downtown Des Moines, or the Merle Hay district; reserve a full-size charter bus for large-scale conferences at the Iowa Events Center, Hy-Vee corporate headquarters, or regional trade shows at the FFA Enrichment Center; or get your team to offsite meetings, client dinners, and industry expos without worrying about carpools, parking, or missed connections.

Our fleet includes vehicles from 18 to 56 seats so you always get the right size at the right price. You set the pickup times, drop-off locations, and routing—we handle the rest! It’s why companies across Central Iowa trust us for everything from executive transfers to multi-day convention shuttles. Call our 24/7 reservations team anytime at 515-599-5950 to lock in your corporate charter bus rental today!

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Private Trip Charter Bus & Minibus Rental

Private Event Transportation Services

Make your next private event easier with charter bus rentals from Urbandale Charter Bus! We provide custom group transportation for birthday parties, anniversary dinners, brewery and winery tours, bachelor/bachelorette parties, concert trips, family gatherings, and more—all on a schedule you control. Skip the hassle of coordinating carpools or calling rideshares by booking a single vehicle that keeps everyone together from start to finish. Heading downtown for a night out? Hosting friends at your home before hitting the town? Planning a day trip to the Iowa State Fairgrounds, Blank Park Zoo, or Adventureland Resort? 

We’ll get you there comfortably and affordably. You’ll ride in a modern bus equipped with cushioned seats, climate control, Bluetooth sound systems, and optional amenities like WiFi and video screens. Count on us for local service anywhere in Polk, Dallas, Warren, or Madison County—including all neighborhoods of Des Moines, Urbandale, West Des Moines, Ankeny, Waukee, and Clive. It’s group travel made simple!

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Charter Bus Rentals for School Field Trips

Charter Bus Rentals for School Field Trips

Upgrade your next field trip with a school trip charter bus rental from Urbandale Charter Bus! We help schools, colleges, and youth organizations book better transportation for academic outings, campus tours, athletic events, band competitions, and overnight trips anywhere you need to go. Skip the old yellow school bus and ride instead on a motorcoach with reclining seats, powerful A/C, WiFi, TV monitors, DVD players, power outlets, and even onboard restrooms to cut down on pit stops. Teachers and chaperones will love having comfortable seating and storage space for backpacks, coolers, and equipment.

We’ve handled trips to the Science Center of Iowa, State Capitol, Living History Farms, local museums, and university campuses across the Midwest including Iowa State University, Drake University, University of Iowa, Simpson College, Grand View University, and DMACC. Perfect for elementary field trips, high school travel, college groups, and summer programs. Get an instant quote online or call our reservation agents anytime to learn more.

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Sports Team Charter Bus & Minibus Rental

Sports Team & Sporting Event Transportation

Score big with sports transportation from Urbandale Charter Bus! We provide charter bus rentals for athletes, coaches, and fans traveling to games, practices, tournaments, and championship events across Iowa and beyond. Local teams rely on us for away games against rivals in Waukee, Johnston, and Ankeny, while college squads use our services for conference matchups statewide. Traveling with bulky gear? Our buses have undercarriage storage for coolers, ball bags, and equipment cases, plus overhead bins for personal items.

Book a fan bus to cheer on the Iowa Cubs at Principal Park, the Iowa Wild at Wells Fargo Arena, or the Iowa Wolves at Wells Fargo Arena and the Iowa Barnstormers at Wells Fargo Arena. We also run trips to Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City and Jack Trice Stadium in Ames for college football Saturdays. Out-of-town tournaments are no problem thanks to reclining seats, WiFi, and video screens for game film. From youth leagues to varsity athletics and supporter groups, we keep your season moving!

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Wedding Shuttles Services & Transportation

Wedding Transportation

Make your big day run smoothly with wedding transportation from Urbandale Charter Bus! We offer private shuttle services for bridal parties and guests traveling between hotels, ceremony sites, and reception venues anywhere in Urbandale, Des Moines, and Central Iowa. Avoid parking headaches and late arrivals by providing a dedicated bus that follows your timeline exactly. We’ve worked with couples hosting events at local favorites like Rollins Mansion, Salisbury House, the Tea Room, Surety Hotel, the River Center, Des Moines Heritage Center, the District Venue in Ankeny, Jasper Winery, and the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden.

Holding your ceremony at your church or synagogue and then moving to a separate reception venue? A wedding shuttle will make sure all of your guests travel safely between venues and no one gets lost or arrives late. You can even plan pre-wedding events like rehearsal dinners and bridal luncheons, or post-wedding events like farewell brunches the next day, with a private bus rental ready to serve your itinerary. With a charter bus as your wedding shuttle, your guests will be able to fully enjoy themselves without having to worry about driving home afterward. Plus, a wedding shuttle is perfect for out-of-town guests who may not be familiar with the area.

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Airport Charter Bus & Minibus Rental

Airport Shuttles & Transportation

Traveling to or from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) with a group? Book an airport shuttle service with Urbandale Charter Bus for a seamless ground transportation experience. We provide private airport transfers for airlines, corporate travelers, student groups, families, and convention attendees catching flights at DSM or any regional airport in Iowa. Unlike hotel shuttles and rideshare vans, our service runs on your schedule and serves every terminal curbside—including the new Concourse C gates opening soon.

Flying into town for a meeting or special event? We’ll pick you up and drop you off at your hotel, office, or venue anywhere in the metro area—including downtown Des Moines, West Des Moines, Urbandale, Ankeny, and Waukee. You’ll appreciate our roomy interiors with reclining seats, WiFi, USB ports, and space for luggage. It’s the easiest way to move people to and from the airport without splitting up or waiting around. Long-distance service available to Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) in Cedar Rapids and Eppley Airfield (OMA) in Omaha.

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Travel Agent Buses

Travel Agent Transportation

Are you a travel agent looking to book group transportation for your clients? You’ve come to the right place! Urbandale Charter Bus works with travel agents across Iowa to provide charter bus rentals for guided tours, vacation packages, cruise transfers, and custom itineraries statewide. Build your next package around a comfortable motorcoach and watch customer satisfaction soar. We serve popular destinations like the Amana Colonies, Pella Tulip Time Festival, Bridges of Madison County, and the Loess Hills Scenic Byway, as well as multi-day trips to Chicago, Branson, the Black Hills, Mount Rushmore, and the Wisconsin Dells.

Perfect for senior travel, student tours, church outings, and international visitors flying into Des Moines. Buses come equipped with reclining seats, WiFi, video screens, and restrooms for longer journeys. You set the schedule and control the markup—we do the driving. Contact our sales team to get a quote and see why so many agents trust us to move their groups. We handle the logistics so you can focus on selling the experience.

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Family Reunion & Vacation Charter Bus Rental

Family Vacation Transportation

Planning a family reunion or vacation? Make transportation the easiest part of your trip with a charter bus rental from Urbandale Charter Bus! We help families stay connected by providing private, door-to-door service to hotels, campgrounds, and attractions across Iowa and beyond. No more caravans, missed exits, or backseat complaints—everyone rides together in comfort with room for coolers, luggage, and strollers. Popular destinations include Adventureland Resort, Lake Okoboji, the Iowa State Fair, and the Bridges of Madison County, as well as cabins at Backbone, Ledges, and Maquoketa Caves State Parks.

Heading out of state? We’ll get you to the Wisconsin Dells, the Black Hills, or the Ozarks without breaking the bank. Onboard amenities like WiFi and video screens keep kids entertained while adults relax and catch up. It’s the perfect solution for large families spread across multiple cities. Once you arrive, use the bus for side trips and dinners—it’s your vehicle for the entire vacation. Affordable packages available for groups of any size. Bring the grandparents, bring the cousins—this is how family travel should be!

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Summer Camp Charter Bus & Minibus Rental

Summer Camp Transportation

Urbandale Charter Bus offers summer camp transportation services throughout the Des Moines area and all of Central Iowa. Camps depend on us for reliable daily shuttles, field trip transportation, and airport transfers for campers flying into Des Moines International Airport. We’ve worked with day camps at local schools and parks as well as overnight programs at the Y Camp in Boone, Wesley Woods near Indianola, and Lutheran Lakeside Camp on Lake Okoboji. 

You can count on us to run your schedule exactly as planned, with flexible options for one-way, round-trip, or multi-stop service. Buses have room for backpacks and sleeping bags, plus entertainment features to keep kids occupied on longer rides. Directors love our affordable rates and easy booking process—call today for a free quote!

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Religious & Church Group Bus Rental

Religious Group Transportation

Faith-based organizations choose Urbandale Charter Bus for convenient transportation to worship services, retreats, and special events. We provide charter buses and minibuses for church youth groups, choir trips, men’s and women’s ministries, and interfaith gatherings across Central Iowa. Recent trips include weekend retreats at Riverside Bible Camp, service projects in downtown Des Moines, and regional conferences at the Iowa Events Center. 

Schedule a shuttle between your church and a remote parking lot, or book a bus for a pilgrimage to the Trappist monastery in Peosta. Our larger vehicles have space for musical instruments and potluck dishes, while smaller models are ideal for Bible study groups. With everyone riding together, your event begins as soon as you hit the road. Ask about our low weekday rates for midweek services and prayer meetings.

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Hospital & Healthcare Shuttle Bus Rental

Hospital & Healthcare Transportation

Urbandale Charter Bus supports the healthcare community with hospital shuttle services and medical transportation for staff, patients, and visitors. We run campus shuttles between parking lots and hospital entrances, including regular service to MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, UnityPoint Health – Methodist, and the VA Central Iowa Health Care System. 

Employees appreciate having a relaxing ride to work with WiFi and USB charging ports, while patients benefit from curb-to-curb service that eliminates long walks through parking garages. Larger buses can be used for disaster drills and mass-casualty exercises, with room for stretchers and medical equipment. We also provide non-emergency transportation to outpatient clinics and dialysis centers. Healthcare administrators trust us to keep their facilities running smoothly—contact us today to design a custom shuttle loop for your campus.

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Emergency Charter Bus & Minibus Rental

Emergency Response Transportation

When disaster strikes, Urbandale Charter Bus is ready to respond with emergency transportation services for government agencies, schools, and businesses. We provide evacuation buses during floods, wildfires, and chemical spills, as well as replacement vehicles when public transit lines are disrupted. During the recent derecho storm, our drivers helped evacuate residents from damaged apartment buildings and transported utility crews to downed power lines. 

We’ve also assisted with COVID-19 response by shuttling healthcare workers to vaccination sites at the Iowa State Fairgrounds and the Polk County Health Department. Our fleet includes both large and small buses to fit any situation, with dispatchers available 24/7 to coordinate rapid deployment. In an emergency, you need a transportation provider you can count on—call our hotline anytime for immediate assistance.

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Military and Government Charter Bus & Minibus Rental

Government & Military Transportation

Urbandale Charter Bus is proud to serve those who serve our country by providing transportation for military units and government agencies. We offer contract charters to Camp Dodge Joint Maneuver Training Center in Johnston, as well as shuttle service to the Iowa National Guard headquarters on Northwest 70th Avenue. 

Federal employees use our buses for training sessions at the Neal Smith Federal Building, while state workers rely on us for interagency meetings at the Capitol Complex. We understand the importance of punctuality and security when working with official groups, and we’ll make sure your mission stays on schedule. With flexible seating configurations and room for duffel bags, our buses are ideal for moving personnel between bases, airports, and field sites. Contact our government sales team to request a bid or set up a long-term contract.

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Construction Charter Bus & Minibus Rental

Construction Site Transportation

Keep your next job running on time with construction site transportation from Urbandale Charter Bus. We supply crew shuttles and mobile break rooms for construction projects across the Des Moines metro area, including major developments like the ICON Water Trails, the Iowa State Capitol dome restoration, and the MidAmerican Energy solar farm near Mitchellville. 

When parking is limited at the worksite, we’ll run a continuous loop between your laydown yard and the front gate. Workers can store their hard hats and lunch coolers in overhead racks, while supervisors use the onboard WiFi to review blueprints on the way in. Our buses are rugged enough to handle gravel roads and shift changes at odd hours. For high-rise construction downtown, we’ll drop your crew right at the elevator core. Let us handle the transportation so you can focus on pouring concrete and raising steel—it’s one less thing for your foreman to worry about.

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Wine Tour & Pub Crawl Bus Rental

Winery Tour Transportation

Urbandale Charter Bus provides private, custom winery and brewery tour transportation in Urbandale, Des Moines, and across Central Iowa—available 24/7/365! Whether you're visiting local favorites like Jasper Winery, Summerset Winery, Snus Hill Vineyard, or hitting the Iowa Wine Trail with a group of friends, bachelorette party, or corporate outing, we'll make sure everyone travels together in one comfortable vehicle. You can easily get an instant quote online, choose from minibuses (18–25 passengers) and full-size charter buses (up to 56 passengers), and lock in affordable rates—all backed by the best customer support in the industry.

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