18 Passenger Minibus Rental
Getting 18 people across Lowell without turning it into a four-car scramble on the Lowell Connector is exactly what the 18-passenger minibus was built for! Whether your group is heading to a Red Sox game at Fenway Park, shuttling between UMass Lowell's South Campus and the UMass Lowell Inn and Conference Center at 50 Warren Street downtown, or making the run to Boston Logan International Airport, one vehicle keeps everyone together and on schedule. And with Lowellcharterbusrentals.com, you're not calling five Merrimack Valley companies hoping someone picks up!
Fill out one quick form to compare 18-passenger minibuses and rates from a large network of independently owned transportation companies serving Lowell, MA in seconds — no account required. Call 978-856-8410 or use the 30-second online quote tool right now to see what's available for your dates!
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More About 18 Passenger Minibuses
The 18-passenger minibus is a great pick for groups that don't need a full-size 56-passenger motorcoach! In Lowell, that matters. These buses are compact enough to navigate Dutton Street through the Lowell National Historical Park district, handle the approach to the UMass Lowell Inn and Conference Center on Warren Street, and pull up at downtown hotel loading zones — without the oversized-vehicle headaches that come with a full coach.
You'll have your pick of popular models like the Glaval Universal, Starcraft Starlite, and Turtle Top Terra Transit. Many of them offer a center aisle, enough roof clearance to walk to your seat standing up, a climate-controlled cabin, and enough room that nobody's wedged against a window for the whole ride. Why limit yourself to one fleet?
Compare 18-passenger minibuses from a network of providers serving Lowell and the surrounding Merrimack Valley — all in one place, with instant online pricing and vehicle photos, no account needed!
Inside an 18 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 978-856-8410 to view current vehicle options, photos, availability, and pricing. Confirm the exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
Popular Amenities on 18 Passenger Minibus Rentals
The 18-passenger minibuses available through the network come loaded with TONS of great features your group actually wants on a Lowell trip! Many models include air conditioning and climate control — critical when a July afternoon at a UMass Lowell River Hawks baseball game at LeLacheur Park turns humid fast, and many builds run a secondary rear AC system so the back row stays as cool as the front. Seats are often high-back reclining in leather or cloth depending on the model, with extra legroom so nobody arrives stiff after a long ride down I-495 toward Logan.
Overhead compartments can handle carry-ons and day bags, and a rear luggage area can fit roller bags and duffels for groups with more gear. Depending on the vehicle offered, you may also find power outlets and USB charging ports, flat-screen monitors with DVD or HDMI input, a PA system with wireless mic for tour guides or group leaders, and Bluetooth/AUX stereo so you can run your own playlist from the Acre neighborhood all the way to TD Garden. WiFi is available on many models.
Onboard restrooms are available on select models, and ADA-accessible vehicles with rear or side wheelchair lifts may be available on request — just mention it when you fill out your quote and confirm the features of the vehicle offered!
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 978-856-8410 before booking.
What does an 18 Passenger Minibus rental cost?
18-passenger minibus rentals in Lowell cost $190–$330+ per hour, $1,210–$1,990+ per day, and $5.00–$7.25+ per mile depending on the provider, the date, and the specific vehicle. A Saturday evening run from a Centralville hotel to a concert at the Tsongas Center on Pawtucket Street will price differently than a Tuesday morning airport transfer toward Logan — and a handful of dates on the Lowell calendar have limited availability across the whole Merrimack Valley, which means higher prices. The 2027 Lowell Folk Festival weekend, scheduled for July 23–25, 2027, and UMass Lowell's 2027 commencement ceremonies on May 14–15 can increase demand for transportation in the area.
The fastest way to see numbers for your exact trip? No need to fear, 30-second online pricing is here! Enter your date, group size, and pickup location to land on a results page showing vehicles, photos, and pricing from a network of bus companies serving Lowell and the Merrimack Valley — no account, No waiting for callbacks to get pricing, no guessing.
Or call 978-856-8410 any time and a live agent will build a custom package around your itinerary! You'll even have additional options in your quote to choose from like party buses, 15-passenger minibuses, 20-passenger minibuses, and more!
| Type of Vehicle | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day | Cost Per Mile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Passenger Minibus | $190 – $330+ | $190 – $350+ | $1,210 – $1,990+ | $5.00 – $7.25+ |
| 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 978-856-8410. | ||||