28 Passenger Minibus Rental
Moving 28 people through Oceanside without turning it into a six-car caravan along Coast Highway is exactly what the 28-passenger minibus was built for! Whether your group is heading down I-5 to San Diego International Airport (SAN), shuttling between the Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton main gate and a hotel on Mission Avenue, or running your group up to Temecula Wine Country for a tasting day, one vehicle keeps everyone together and on schedule. And with Oceansidecharterbusrentals.com, you're not calling five North County companies hoping someone picks up!
Fill out one quick form to compare 28-passenger minibuses and rates from a large network of independently owned transportation companies serving Oceanside, CA — no account required. Call 442-264-0010 or use the 30-second online quote tool right now to see what's available for your dates!
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More About 28 Passenger Minibuses
The 28-passenger minibus is the sweet spot for groups that have outgrown a Sprinter van but don't need a full-size 56-passenger motorcoach pulling up to the curb. In Oceanside, that distinction matters on the ground. These buses are compact enough to navigate the tight turns near the Oceanside Harbor off Harbor Drive North, handle the approach to Oceanside Pier along The Strand, and pull cleanly into hotel loading zones on North Coast Highway — without the oversized-vehicle headaches that come with a full coach.
Depending on availability, you'll find popular models like the Glaval Universal, Starcraft Starlite, and Turtle Top Terra Transit through the network; many have a center aisle and enough roof clearance to walk to your seat standing up. Climate-controlled cabins, high-back seating, and room for everyone to spread out without sitting on a lap are common features.
Why limit yourself to one fleet? Compare 28-passenger minibuses from a network of providers serving Oceanside and all of North San Diego County — all in one place, with online quote estimates and vehicle photos, no account needed!
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 442-264-0010 to view current vehicle options, photos, availability, and pricing. Confirm the exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
Common Amenities Available on 28 Passenger Minibus Rentals
The 28-passenger minibuses available through the network come with features your group actually wants on an Oceanside trip! Many models include air conditioning and climate control — essential when June Gloom burns off mid-morning and the temperature swings between the harbor and the inland hills, and some builds run a secondary rear AC system so the back row stays as cool as the front. Seats are commonly high-back reclining in leather or cloth depending on the model, with extra legroom so nobody arrives stiff after the run up I-5 to Camp Pendleton or down to Petco Park in San Diego.
Depending on the vehicle, you may find overhead compartments for carry-ons and day bags — one bag per person — and a rear luggage area for roller bags and duffels for groups with more gear. Available features may also include 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 Pier all the way to Temecula. WiFi is available on many models, and onboard restrooms are available on select builds — great for longer runs up the 15 Freeway to wine country or down to the Gaslamp Quarter.
ADA-accessible vehicles with rear or side wheelchair lifts are available on request; just mention it when you fill out your quote!
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 442-264-0010 before booking.
How much does a 28 Passenger Minibus cost?
As planning figures, 28-passenger minibus rentals in Oceanside run $190–$355+ per hour, $1,540–$2,255+ per day, and $5.65–$8.25+ per mile depending on the provider, the date, and the specific vehicle. A Saturday wedding shuttle looping between a hotel on North Coast Highway and a venue at Oceanside Harbor will price differently than a Tuesday airport transfer down I-5 to SAN. And a few dates on the North County calendar tighten availability across the whole market fast — the IRONMAN 70.3 Oceanside triathlon creates demand around the harbor district each spring, and Comic-Con International, scheduled for July 22–25, 2027, pulls demand from transportation companies serving the region at once.
Oceanside High School’s 2027 prom is scheduled for May 15, 2027, and school-event dates can also tighten availability.
The fastest way to see an estimate for your exact trip? Well, no need to fear, 30-second online quote estimates are here! Enter your date, group size, and pickup location to land on a results page showing vehicles, photos, and estimated pricing from a network of bus companies serving Oceanside and all of North San Diego County — no account, No waiting for callbacks to get pricing, no guessing.
Or call 442-264-0010 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, 25-passenger minibuses, 35-passenger minibuses, and more!
| 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 instant price quote for your trip, request an online quote or call 442-264-0010. | ||||