20 Passenger Minibus Rental
Getting your group around Santa Barbara shouldn't mean splitting into three separate cars and hoping everyone ends up at the same winery on Foxen Canyon Road at the same time. Santabarbaracoachbusservice.com makes finding a 20 passenger minibus rental in Santa Barbara fast and genuinely easy — fill out one quick form and compare vehicles, amenities, and instant pricing from a large network of independently owned transportation companies in seconds. Whether you're shuttling guests between the Santa Barbara Airport (500 James Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117) and hotels along State Street, organizing a wine tour through the Santa Ynez Valley, or moving a corporate group between downtown and the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort (633 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA 93103), a 20-passenger minibus hits the sweet spot between a cramped van and a half-empty full-size coach. Call 805-951-6820 or use the 30-second online quote tool to request quotes for your Santa Barbara minibus rental today!
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More About 20 Passenger Minibuses
A 20-passenger minibus is the workhorse of Santa Barbara group transportation — compact enough to navigate the narrow side streets off lower State Street and the winding two-lanes out toward Solvang on CA-246, but roomy enough that your group actually has space to settle in and enjoy the ride. Rather than cramming twenty people into a parade of rideshares that all arrive at different times, one minibus keeps everyone on the same schedule from the first pickup to the last drop-off. That matters a lot when your itinerary runs through Stearns Wharf (217 Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara, CA 93101), a tasting room in Los Olivos, and dinner back in the Funk Zone — three stops, one vehicle, zero coordination headaches.
Through this website, you compare 20-passenger minibuses from a network of independent Santa Barbara-area operators, so you're never stuck with whatever a single company happens to have available on your date. You set the itinerary. You pick the stops.
You can enjoy the ride! Get a free Santa Barbara minibus quote online or call 805-951-6820 any time.
Inside a 20 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 805-951-6820 to view current vehicle options, photos, availability, and pricing. Confirm the exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
Common Amenities Available on Santa Barbara 20 Passenger Minibus Rentals
Heading out to the Santa Ynez Valley for a full day of tastings? Or shuttling a corporate team between the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort (633 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA 93103) and a conference at the Santa Barbara Zoo event lawn (500 Niños Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93103)? The amenities on a 20-passenger minibus make the ride part of the experience, not just the in-between part.
Depending on the vehicle you select through the network, you can find minibuses equipped with overhead storage compartments, reclining seats, climate control, onboard WiFi, individual power outlets, and a PA system — so a group coordinator can use a PA system when one is included.
Amenities do vary by vehicle, and that's exactly why comparing across a network of Santa Barbara transportation companies beats calling one operator and taking whatever they have. Enter your trip details once to see exactly what each bus includes — no account needed, No waiting for callbacks to get pricing required.
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 805-951-6820 before booking.
How much does a 20 Passenger Minibus cost in Santa Barbara?
Santa Barbara 20 passenger minibus rental pricing runs $190–$340+ per hour, $1,300–$2,080+ per day, and $5.15–$7.50+ per mile depending on the vehicle, the date, how many stops your itinerary includes, and which amenities your group wants onboard. A wine tour looping through Ballard Canyon and back down US-101 to Santa Barbara is priced differently than a straight airport transfer — and because you're comparing across a network of independently owned companies rather than accepting one company's flat rate, you can actually find the package that fits your budget and your route. Pricing is trip-specific, so the fastest way to get an accurate number for your exact date and headcount is to use the 30-second online quote tool right on this page — or call 805-951-6820 and a live agent can build a custom quote around your itinerary.
| Type of Vehicle | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day | Cost Per Mile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Passenger Minibus | $190 – $340+ | $190 – $355+ | $1,300 – $2,080+ | $5.15 – $7.50+ |
| 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 805-951-6820. | ||||
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