Redwood City School Field Trip Charter Bus Rentals
Getting a field trip on the calendar is the easy part — getting every student there and back without coordinating a dozen parent carpools is where things get complicated! Redwoodcitycharterbusservices.com makes finding field trip transportation in Redwood City, California fast and easy. Fill out one quick form and instantly compare vehicles and rates from a large network of bus companies serving the Peninsula, from compact 15-passenger minibuses for a small class to 56-passenger charter buses when the whole grade is coming along. Whether you're heading to CuriOdyssey at Coyote Point, the Exploratorium on Pier 15, or Filoli in Woodside, Redwoodcitycharterbusservices.com has the bus for your next trip.
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Share Your Trip Details Once and Compare School Event Transportation Options Side by Side
You deserve more than whatever one company has sitting in its lot on your date — and that's exactly why Redwoodcitycharterbusservices.com works differently! Instead of calling five Peninsula bus companies and waiting on callbacks, you fill out one quick form and instantly compare vehicles, amenities, and pricing from a large network of independently owned transportation companies serving Redwood City and all of San Mateo County. Because Redwoodcitycharterbusservices.com is a quote-comparison and referral website — not a local operator — you're never limited to a single fleet.
That means more bus types, more package options, and pricing that actually fits your school's budget. No account required, and a free quote is always available online or by phone at 650-298-1250. Find your next field trip bus the smart way!
Find the Bus That Works for Your School Event Transportation
With Redwoodcitycharterbusservices.com, you get access to every type of bus a Redwood City field trip could need — all through one quick form! A 15- to 35-passenger minibus is perfect for a single classroom heading to the San Mateo County History Museum on Broadway, nimble enough for downtown drop-offs and tight Peninsula roads. A 56-passenger charter bus gives the whole grade room to stretch out on the longer run up US-101 to the Exploratorium or south to The Tech Interactive in San Jose, with overhead storage for backpacks and undercarriage bays for equipment.
ADA-accessible vehicles are available through the network too — just mention it when you request your quote. Whatever your headcount, whatever your destination, there's a bus here for your trip!
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
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 650-298-1250 to view current vehicle options, photos, availability, and pricing. Confirm the exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
Charter Buses to CuriOdyssey, Filoli, and Top Peninsula Field Trip Destinations
Just outside Redwood City, some of the Bay Area's best field trip destinations are within easy reach by charter bus — and getting there is half the experience! CuriOdyssey (1651 Coyote Point Dr, San Mateo, CA 94401) sits right off US-101 at Coyote Point Recreation Area, where buses enter through the main park gate and park in the ample main lot — your group pays the vehicle entry fee at the gate. Coyote Point charges a $20 cost per bus at the main gate ($6 for individual vehicles), and school groups need to reserve at least 30 days ahead for the group admission rate; the full details are on the CuriOdyssey self-guided field trip page.
For a living history experience, Filoli Historic House & Garden (86 Cañada Rd, Woodside, CA 94062) requires advance registration for school groups, with bus drop-off at the main entrance on Cañada Road. And for local history right in downtown Redwood City, the San Mateo County History Museum (2200 Broadway, Redwood City, CA 94063) welcomes groups of up to 30 per session, with bus drop-off on Broadway steps from the entrance. After arrival, have everyone gather in Courthouse Square until the class is complete and the docent is ready, and keep bags larger than 11 x 14 inches out of the exhibits; the museum's San Mateo County History Museum field-trip letter has those arrival details.
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Charter Buses From Redwood City to the Exploratorium, CalAcademy, and San Francisco Science Museums
Whatever the subject — physics, biology, engineering, or natural history — San Francisco's world-class science museums are worth the 28-mile run up US-101 or I-280, and a charter bus makes the whole trip seamless! The Exploratorium (Pier 15, The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA 94111) welcomes school groups at the main entrance on The Embarcadero, with bus drop-off along the Embarcadero waterfront — buses stage on nearby streets since parking on the pier itself isn't available. At California Academy of Sciences (55 Music Concourse Dr, San Francisco, CA 94118), school groups must book in advance; buses drop off on Music Concourse Drive in Golden Gate Park and stage at the Music Concourse Garage (50 Tea Garden Dr, San Francisco, CA 94118).
The bus-specific split is clear: the loading and unloading zone is at the Academy's front, while city bus parking is behind the Music Concourse Bandshell; the California Academy of Sciences field-trip FAQ carries the transportation details. The adjacent de Young Museum (50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr, San Francisco, CA 94118) uses the same Music Concourse drop-off. Compare buses for your San Francisco field trip in under 30 seconds!
South Bay Field Trips Made Easy — The Tech Interactive, Children's Discovery Museum, and More
Don't overlook the incredible field trip destinations just 30 miles south of Redwood City along US-101! The Tech Interactive (201 S Market St, San Jose, CA 95113) is one of the most popular STEM destinations in Northern California, with school groups dropping off on S Market Street and parking in nearby public garages. The Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose (180 Woz Way, San Jose, CA 95110) sits steps from Guadalupe River Park, with bus drop-off on Woz Way and nearby parking at the SAP Center lots.
For hands-on history, History San José (1650 Senter Rd, San Jose, CA 95112) offers a large on-site lot where buses park with ease. A 56-passenger charter bus gives your whole class room to stretch out for the ride south — compare your options and get instant pricing now!
Planning a Multi-Stop or Full-Day Field Trip From Redwood City
Planning a full-day field trip with more than one stop? That's exactly what charter buses are built for! A morning visit to Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve (Edgewood Rd, Redwood City, CA 94062) — where buses park in the main lot off Edgewood Road for a docent-led nature hike — pairs perfectly with an afternoon stop at the San Mateo County History Museum in downtown Redwood City.
Or combine a morning at Ardenwood Historic Farm (34600 Ardenwood Blvd, Fremont, CA 94555) with an afternoon at the Oakland Museum of California (1000 Oak St, Oakland, CA 94607), where buses drop off on Oak Street and stage in the 10th Street Garage. Multi-stop itineraries are easy to set up — just list your stops when you fill out the quote form, and compare packages built around your full day's schedule!
East Bay Field Trips From Redwood City — Oakland, Fremont, and Beyond
No matter which direction your curriculum points, the East Bay has field trip destinations worth the trip across SR-84 and the Dumbarton Bridge! Chabot Space & Science Center (10000 Skyline Blvd, Oakland, CA 94619) puts students face-to-face with telescopes, planetarium shows, and space science — buses navigate Skyline Boulevard and park in the main lot, with advance reservations required for school groups. Ardenwood Historic Farm brings agricultural history to life, with buses parking in the main lot and advance registration through East Bay Regional Park District.
And Happy Hollow Park & Zoo (748 Story Rd, San Jose, CA 95122) is a perennial favorite for younger students, with bus parking in the main lot on Story Road. Compare minibuses and charter buses for your East Bay trip in seconds — no account needed!
School Event Transportation in Redwood City and All the Surrounding Areas
Find exactly what you need for your field trip — no matter which school or district you're organizing for! Redwoodcitycharterbusservices.com connects you to a network of bus companies serving Redwood City and every surrounding community across the Peninsula and the greater Bay Area. Whether your school is in Redwood City, Menlo Park, Atherton, Woodside, Belmont, San Carlos, or anywhere in San Mateo County, the network has buses ready to pick up your group and get everyone where they're going. You can also easily arrange transportation from nearby cities like San Jose, San Francisco, Palo Alto, and beyond.
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How Much Does School Event Transportation in Redwood City Cost?
| Type of Vehicle | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day | Cost Per Mile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 56 Passenger Charter Bus | $215 – $400+ | $235 – $425+ | $1,720 – $3,040+ | $6.40 – $9.15+ |
| 35 Passenger Minibus | $235 – $385+ | $265 – $400+ | $1,890 – $2,495+ | $6.40 – $9.15+ |
| 30 Passenger Minibus | $215 – $380+ | $250 – $395+ | $1,740 – $2,415+ | $6.10 – $8.80+ |
| 28 Passenger Minibus | $200 – $370+ | $230 – $385+ | $1,605 – $2,335+ | $5.85 – $8.45+ |
| 25 Passenger Minibus | $200 – $365+ | $205 – $380+ | $1,480 – $2,260+ | $5.60 – $8.10+ |
| 20 Passenger Minibus | $200 – $355+ | $200 – $370+ | $1,355 – $2,155+ | $5.35 – $7.70+ |
| 18 Passenger Minibus | $200 – $345+ | $200 – $365+ | $1,260 – $2,065+ | $5.20 – $7.45+ |
| 15 Passenger Minibus | $190 – $325+ | $190 – $345+ | $1,200 – $1,950+ | $4.95 – $7.15+ |
| 15-50 Passenger Party Bus | $260 – $445+ | $280 – $480+ | $1,905 – $3,065+ | $6.95 – $10.20+ |
| Sprinter Van with Driver | $200 – $390+ | $230 – $485+ | $1,455 – $2,950+ | $5.20 – $7.15+ |
| Sprinter Limo | $200 – $355+ | $200 – $370+ | $1,355 – $2,155+ | $5.35 – $7.70+ |
| 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 650-298-1250. | ||||
Frequently Asked Questions About Redwood City School Event Transportation Services
Redwoodcitycharterbusservices.com is a quote-comparison and referral website — not a local bus company. You fill out one quick form with your trip details, and you're instantly connected to pricing and vehicles from a large network of independently owned transportation companies serving Redwood City and the Bay Area. No account required, no callbacks to wait on.
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Use the 30-second online quote tool to enter your pickup location, destination, date, and group size. You'll land on a results page showing available buses, photos, and pricing from a network of transportation companies serving the area through a national booking platform. Review your options, pick the bus that fits your class, and book right online — all in just minutes, no account needed!
The Exploratorium (Pier 15, The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA 94111) welcomes school groups at the main entrance on The Embarcadero. Buses drop off along the Embarcadero waterfront, then stage on nearby streets — buses cannot park on the pier itself. Confirm your group's arrival window with the Exploratorium when you book your school visit, and build in time for the group to gather before calling the bus for pickup.
School groups drop off on Music Concourse Drive in Golden Gate Park. Buses then stage at the Music Concourse Garage. Note that JFK Drive is now the car-free JFK Promenade — buses enter Golden Gate Park via Fulton Street or Lincoln Way.
Advance reservation with the CalAcademy is required for school groups; confirm current access details on the CalAcademy field trips page before your visit.
Yes — and the earlier the better! Spring field trip season (March–May) is the single busiest window for school transportation across San Mateo County and the Peninsula. Book 4–8 weeks out for standard fall and winter trips, and 8–12 weeks out for spring trips.
Waiting until the last minute risks higher rates and limited vehicle availability. Call 650-298-1250 as soon as your field trip date is confirmed to lock in the best options!
Yes! ADA-accessible vehicles with wheelchair lifts and wider aisle space are available through the network. Just mention your accessibility needs when you fill out the quote form or call 650-298-1250, and the team will match you with a vehicle that works for every student on your roster.
Availability varies by date and location, so the sooner you reach out, the more options you'll have.
It depends on your headcount! A 15- to 35-passenger minibus works great for a single classroom and is compact enough for tight Peninsula drop-off zones like downtown Redwood City and Woodside's Cañada Road. A 56-passenger charter bus is the right call when multiple classes are traveling together, offering overhead storage for backpacks and large undercarriage bays for equipment.
Compare both side by side in the quote tool — no account needed!