18 Passenger Party Bus

Every 18 passenger party bus comes standard with wraparound leather seating, multiple flat-screen TVs (including a 32” front monitor), Bluetooth/DVD/CD inputs, and a premium sound system with subwoofers. You’ll get color-changing LED lighting in the ceiling, floor, and side panels—plus optional fiber optic accents and strobe lights at each end. There’s a full-length bar area with built-in coolers, storage cabinets, and counter space for drinks or catering trays. Additional features include tinted windows, dual-zone HVAC, USB/110V outlets at every seat, and onboard Wi-Fi upon request. This is one of the most versatile, comfortable, and fully loaded mid-size buses on the road—perfect for any event that needs style and serious fun.

Hourly pricing is $150 to $300+ on weekdays, $150 to $320+ on weekends, and $1,000–$2,200 per day Included in your quote: Gratuity. Not included: parking passes at venues (you purchase), tolls, and driver hotel on overnights. Please Note: the pricing above is estimated rates. Actual pricing may be significantly higher depending on availability and location. To get real-time pricing, call us or use our online quote tool.

The 18 passenger party bus hits a sweet spot between capacity, comfort, and cost that makes it one of the most versatile vehicles in our fleet. It’s large enough to handle mid-size groups—think wedding parties, corporate teams, or big family outings—but still compact enough to navigate city streets and tight venues where a full-size charter bus would struggle. Compared to a standard limo, you get way more headroom, better sound and lighting options, and space to actually move around while the vehicle is in motion. Smaller than a 28 or 40 passenger bus but bigger and more functional than a sprinter van, it’s ideal for groups who want to travel together without splitting up into multiple vehicles. You get all the same high-end amenities—leather seating, LED lighting, flat-screen TVs, powerful sound system, wet bar area—just in a package that’s easier to book, easier to afford, and easier to use for almost any kind of event.

You should book your 18 passenger party bus at least 3 to 6 months in advance to guarantee availability, especially if your event falls during peak seasons like spring weddings, summer festival, or fall homecoming and sports schedules. Major events such as Lollapalooza, the Chicago Air and Water Show, Taste of Chicago, St. Patrick’s Day parades, and big game days at Soldier Field or the United Center create high demand and limited inventory across the region. Even smaller events can overlap and fill up the calendar quickly. Last-minute bookings risk higher prices or no availability at all. Once you have your date set, locking in your reservation early is the best way to secure the vehicle you want and get the most accurate pricing.