Lafayette Charter Bus Rental
When your group grows past 40 people, a 40-56 passenger charter bus is the clear answer — one vehicle, one pickup, everyone together from Lafayette to the destination and back. Whether you are coordinating fan travel down I-10 East to a Saints game at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, moving a corporate group between the Cajundome and a downtown hotel block, or shuttling a church group across Acadiana, a full-size charter bus handles the headcount without splitting your group across multiple vehicles. Lafayette sits at the crossroads of I-10 and US-90, which puts Baton Rouge about 55 miles east, New Orleans roughly 135 miles southeast, and Lake Charles around 75 miles west — all well within comfortable charter bus range.
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More About The 40-56 Passenger Charter Bus
A 40-56 passenger charter bus is the largest vehicle type shown here — built for groups that need real capacity and real road distance. The seating configuration runs forward-facing rows with a center aisle, which means comfortable highway cruising from Lafayette to Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge or down to Jazz Fest in New Orleans without anyone riding sideways in a party bus perimeter seat. Undercarriage luggage bays handle gear, instruments, and presentation equipment that would never fit in an overhead bin.
For overnight trips or longer hauls — say, a high school band traveling to a competition in Shreveport or a corporate team heading to a conference in Houston — the onboard restroom on select vehicles means far fewer roadside stops and a tighter schedule from pickup to arrival. See the full vehicle lineup to compare sizes side by side.
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Common Amenities Available on 40-56 Passenger Charter Bus Rentals
Charter buses of this size typically come with climate control, reclining seats, overhead storage, power outlets, and WiFi — the standard kit for highway travel where your group may want to work, rest, or stay connected on a longer run down I-10. Flat-panel TVs and a PA system are common on larger coaches, useful for team briefings, movie viewing on the way to a bowl game, or keeping a school group occupied on the drive to the Audubon Zoo in New Orleans. Undercarriage bays are standard on full-size coaches, and select vehicles include onboard restrooms — a meaningful upgrade when your group is two hours out of Lafayette with no exits in sight on the Atchafalaya Basin Bridge.
Amenities vary by vehicle, so when you call 337-446-8700, mention what matters most to your group and compare options that match.
Spacious cloth/leather reclining seats
Individual climate controls
Onboard restrooms
Overhead and undercarriage storage
WiFi and power outlets
PA system
TV monitors and DVD players
And More!
Amenities listed above are common features that MAY be available on the vehicle types shown here. Exact features vary by vehicle and availability. After a quote request is submitted, vehicle options, pricing, and available details can be reviewed on the results page. To confirm the exact amenities included with a specific vehicle for your trip, call 337-446-8700.
How much does a 40-56 Passenger Charter Bus cost in Lafayette?
A charter bus rental in Lafayette runs roughly $200–$350 per hour on weekdays and $200–$350 per hour on weekends, with full-day rates generally landing between $1,350 and $2,850. Those ranges move based on the date, how many hours you need, and how far the bus is traveling — a round-trip to New Orleans for a Mardi Gras parade route is a different calculation than a two-hour shuttle loop between Lafayette Regional Airport and the Cajun Field tailgate lots. Festival International de Louisiane in late April and the Festivals Acadiens et Créoles weekend in October are the two dates when demand across Acadiana spikes hardest and vehicles book out fastest — if either is on your calendar, call early.
A pricing quote for your specific trip takes about a minute at 337-446-8700 or through the online quote form.
| Type of Bus | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40-56 Passenger Charter Bus | $200 – $350 | $200 – $350 | $1,350 – $2,850 |
| 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 337-446-8700. | |||
40-56 Passenger Charter Bus Rentals Near Lafayette
Lafayettepartybuscompany.com helps groups across the Acadiana region find charter bus options fast — not just in Lafayette, but across the surrounding parishes and cities too. Whether you need a charter bus out of Baton Rouge, transportation from Lake Charles, a connection to New Orleans, or service from Shreveport — there are options available across south Louisiana and into southeast Texas. Groups in Beaumont and Port Arthur can find vehicles here too.
Whatever city your group is departing from, fill out the quick form or call 337-446-8700 any time to compare charter bus options, check available options, and get a pricing estimate for your date in about a minute — no account required.
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If the 40-56 Passenger Charter 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 on the site.