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| Transportation Type |  Motorcoach |
 First Student |
 Small Fleet Bus |
 Passenger Van |
 Limousine |
| Passengers Per Vehicle | 40-50 | 10-80 | 10-40 | 15 or fewer | 15 or fewer |
| Large Scale Events (5,000+) | Yes | Yes | No | No | No |
| Short or Long Trips | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Professionally Trained Drivers | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Vehicle Size Options Available | Yes | Yes | Varies | N/A | N/A |
| Onboard Restrooms | Yes | No | No | No | No |
| Storage Areas | Yes | Varies | No | Varies | Varies |
| Nationwide Availability | Varies | Yes | No | Yes | No |
| 365 Day Customer Service | Yes | Yes | Varies | Yes | Varies |
| Last Minute Availability | Yes | Yes | Varies | Yes | Varies |
| Approved for School Activities* | Yes | Yes | Yes | No** | Varies |
| Cost Per Passenger / Hour | Varies‡ | $1.50† | Varies | Varies | Varies |
Passenger Carrier Data: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Association
* Federal law prohibits the sale or lease of new 12 and 15-passenger vans for the school-related transportation of high school and younger students because of a higher rollover risk. Some colleges, universities, and college organizations have established policies against the use of 12 and 15-passenger vans.
** Some States mandate that only school buses be used to transport school children. If your group is comprised of school children, please check with your State authorities for possible requirements.
† Based on full occupancy. Prices vary by location. Please contact a charter agent for a detailed quote.
‡ While costs vary by location, customers save an average of 50% on transportation by choosing a First Student Charter Bus rentals over a motor coach.
** Some States mandate that only school buses be used to transport school children. If your group is comprised of school children, please check with your State authorities for possible requirements.
† Based on full occupancy. Prices vary by location. Please contact a charter agent for a detailed quote.
‡ While costs vary by location, customers save an average of 50% on transportation by choosing a First Student Charter Bus rentals over a motor coach.
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