28 Passenger Party Bus Rental
Fill out one quick form and compare 28 passenger party buses and rates from a network of independently owned transportation companies — all competing for your business. Whether your group is heading to Ohio Stadium for a Buckeyes game, spending a Friday night bar-hopping through the Short North, or running a wedding guest shuttle between a hotel block on High Street and a reception venue in Dublin, a 28-passenger party bus hits the sweet spot: enough seats for a real group, compact enough to navigate Columbus's busier corridors without the coordination headache of splitting into two vehicles. Call 614-448-0069 or fill out the online quote form — either way, you'll have pricing in under a minute, no account needed, no obligation.
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More About The 28 Passenger Party Bus
A 28-passenger party bus seats up to 28 guests in a single enclosed cabin — typically in a forward-facing or wraparound perimeter layout depending on the vehicle. The footprint is smaller than a full-size charter bus, which matters when your Columbus itinerary runs through tighter drop-off zones like those around Nationwide Arena on West Nationwide Boulevard, or the narrow loading area outside the LC Pavilion on Neil Avenue. It's a bigger step up from a Sprinter van than most people realize — more standing room, a real sound system, and the kind of lighting setup that makes the ride part of the event rather than just the travel between stops.
For groups between 20 and 28 people, it's almost always the right fit.
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Common Amenities Available on 28 Passenger Party Bus Rentals
Amenities vary by vehicle and company, but 28-passenger party buses in the Columbus network commonly include color-changing LED cabin lighting, a premium sound system with Bluetooth or AUX input, flat-panel TVs, and wraparound perimeter seating with a center aisle. Many units also include a built-in beverage cooler area and tinted privacy windows — useful when your group is rolling from Easton Town Center to a private event in Grandview Heights and would rather not put on a show for every stoplight. Climate control is standard on virtually all 28-seat units, which is worth noting given Columbus summers on I-270 and the brutal stretch between November and March when any outdoor wait feels twice as long.
When you request a quote, ask which specific amenities are confirmed on your vehicle.
Air-conditioning
Wraparound Leather Seats
AUX / Bluetooth Sound System
LED and Fiber Optic Lighting
Built-in Bar Areas With Ice Storage and Cup Holders
TVs and Entertainment Systems
Amenities listed above are common features that MAY be available on party 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 614-448-0069 before booking.
How much does a 28 Passenger Party Bus cost in Columbus?
A 28-passenger party bus rental in Columbus generally runs $250–$350 per hour on weekdays and $275–$375 per hour on weekends. If you need the bus for a full day — a wedding in New Albany, a winery crawl along the Capital City Wine Trail in Licking County, or a long corporate event — per-day rates typically fall in the $2,150–$2,700 range. Those are planning figures, not a guarantee; the real number moves with your date, how many hours you need, and how tight availability is.
Ohio State home Saturdays, Columbus Blue Jackets playoff runs, and Columbus Group match days in the Arena District all push demand — and prices — up fast. Fill out the quote form or call 614-448-0069 and you'll have your actual number in about a minute.
| Type of Bus | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Passenger Party Bus | $250 – $350 | $275 – $375 | $2,150 – $2,700 |
| ABOVE PRICES ARE JUST EXAMPLES. Your final price and vehicle options depend entirely on your specific trip details. To get an exact price for your trip, request an estimate online or call 614-448-0069. | |||
28 Passenger Party Bus Rentals Near Columbus
Partybusincolumbus.com connects you to transportation options across Central Ohio and the surrounding region — not just within the I-270 outerbelt. If your group is scattered across the metro, companies in the network serve Columbus and nearby cities including Dayton, Cincinnati, Canton, and Hamilton. Whether the pickup is in Westerville, the drop-off is at a venue in Lancaster, or the whole trip runs point-to-point from German Village to a resort in downtown Columbus, the network covers it.
One form, one call to 614-448-0069, and you're comparing real options for your actual date — no runaround, no callbacks from six different companies, no waiting.
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If the 28 Passenger Party Bus doesn't fit your group's size, luggage needs, itinerary, or preferred amenities, browse the other party bus, minibus, Sprinter van, and charter bus categories available through the booking platform.