Rockford Charter Bus & Coach Bus Rentals

When your group needs reliable transportation in northern Illinois, United Bus makes chartering a bus in Rockford simple. Our Chicago‑based fleet travels to the BMO Center, Anderson Japanese Gardens, Rock Cut State Park, Rockford University, and every hotel or event venue in between—so whether you’re moving a sports team, a wedding party, or corporate guests, we’ll get you there safely and on schedule.

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United Bus is a proud member of the Rockford Chamber of Commerce, partnering with fellow local businesses to strengthen Rockford’s economy and enhance the guest experience for every group we serve.

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Why Book a Charter Bus in Rockford?

  • Door‑to‑door service: Skip the carpool logistics and let one professional driver handle navigation and parking.

  • Cost‑effective per seat: Splitting the bill across 30–55 riders often beats individual rideshares or mileage reimbursement.

  • Environmental impact: One full coach can remove up to 20 cars from I‑90—good for the planet and for downtown congestion.

  • Comfort you can feel: Reclining seats, climate control, on‑board restroom (upon request), Wi‑Fi (upon request) and outlets keep everyone productive and refreshed en‑route.

Popular Rockford Destinations We Serve

 

BMO Center (IceHogs hockey, concerts)Sports fans, corporate outings
Anderson Japanese GardensWedding photos, garden clubs
Rock Cut State ParkYouth camps, hiking clubs
Discovery Center MuseumSchool field trips
UW Health Sports FactoryTournaments, cheer squads
Coronado Performing Arts CenterTheatre patrons, band trips

Our Fleet & Amenities

  • Mini Bus (22–28 seats) – compact size for downtown drop‑offs, overhead storage bins, USB charging.

  • Mid‑Size Coach (34–38 seats) – perfect for medium groups, flat‑screen monitors, luggage bay.

  • Full‑Size Motor Coach (55 seats) – restroom, footrests, reclining leather seats, under‑floor luggage for multi‑day tours.

All vehicles include insurance that exceeds Illinois requirements, GPS tracking, and professional, uniformed drivers.

How to Book in Three Steps

  • Request a Quote – Fill out our online form or call with trip date, headcount, and itinerary.
  • Review & Reserve – We send a clear price breakdown; secure your coach with a 20% deposit.
  • Ride & Relax – Your driver arrives 15 minutes early, loads luggage, and handles the route while you enjoy the ride.
  • Where is Rockford?

    Rockford is a city located in the far north of Illinois, in Winnebago county. Located on the banks of the Rock River, Rockford is the third-largest city in the state. Over 140,000 people call this city their home. This area along the Rock River was settled in the 1830s.

     

    The Rock River

    The city of Rockford is located on the banks of the Rock river. The rock river is a tributary of the Mississippi river which makes this area an excellent strategic location for economic growth.

    Rockford Downtown
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    Rent a Sprinter Van, Coach Bus, Mini Bus, SUVs and more in Rockford, Illinois

    United Bus can manage groups of any size. Whether it’s for a small party or a large corporate meet, we’ve handled it all. The choice to rent a bus, van, or SUV largely depends on your needs and requirements. You can feel free to contact someone at United Bus to learn more about our vehicle choices. 

    United Bus has proudly served Rockford and we would love to serve you. Our family-owned business has focused on quality of service and we know what it takes to make our customers happy. 

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    Based on 83 reviews
    Adnan
    Had a great experience with United Bus. Communication was excellent, which made booking very easy and any questions we had were answered quickly. Buses were very clean and the driver was professional and friendly. Will be booking again for future work outings
    Stephanie Carson
    United Bus is wonderful! The vehicles are always impeccable maintained and clean. Communication is always timely. And the drivers are professional and safe. Shout out to our most recent driver Mel!
    Regina Rodriguez
    Had the pleasure of having United Bus as the transportation for my weddings’ photo sessions. The bus was spacious and comfortable for everyone (including my very large dress). Our driver was very professional, arrived on time for every pickup, and most importantly drove safely. I will absolutely use them again for any future transportation needs.
    Sam Dobel
    United Bus was the perfect option for a friends bachelor party. Was always on time to pick us up so we never missed a stop and was always in a very accommodating place. Can’t say enough about how professional and easy of an experience they provided!
    Alexandra
    Our experience working with United Bus was really smooth, helpful and professional during both planning and the day of our wedding. Every wedding I had been to with other more well known and expensive companies were late and had vehicle issues so I was nervous about who to choose. Fortunately, with United everything was on time and the vehicles were nice and clean. I wanted to give a special shout out to our driver David who was so patient and amazing during a really long day.
    Carlos M Garcia
    On Thursday Aug 29th, we utilized United Bus for a golf outing and it was perfect combination of luxury and space for our party of 8. Our driver Marcin, arrived 15 minutes early for departure and also 15 minutes early for the late evening departure from the course. We were able to pick up one passenger and all went smoothly and we will look to utilize United in the future as well as request Marcin. The Sprinter Van was perfectly sized for our group and 8 sets of clubs fit in the storage. This went as expected for us and most importantly no one had to drive after having a few on the course and at dinner. Looking forward to next year
    Cheryl Munizzo
    Sending a Big Thank You to United Bus Chicago! The transportation for our event was flawless. David our bus driver was a rock star, courteous
    and professional. I highly recommend this service and would use them again!
    Mary Najarian
    We used United Bus for my daughter’s wedding, They were a pleasure to work with from start to finish. Quick responses to emails. Great communication the day of the event. Our driver Dwain was fantastic! I highly recommend United Bus
    Harris Ahmad
    Very professional service. They run a clean operation with the newest and latest model buses. Booked them for 2 corporate events, chauffeur showed up early and very well dressed. Route taken was very efficient. The bus was brand new 2023 and exceptionally clean. Will definitely be using for all my corporate events in Chicago. Highly recommended!
    Tracy Raoul
    I would like to thank United Bus Lines for supplying us with a comfortable and clean 55-passenger bus and a friendly and professional driver, William, that made our trip to Silvis, IL phenomenal!
    We departed and arrived safely to and from our destinations.
    I will definitely utilize your services in the future and recommend you as a reliable, safe, friendly, and professional company.

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    How much does it cost to rent a Charter Bus in Rockford?

    While we need the details of your trip to provide an accurate quote, we have included a chart as a guideline for average costs to help you assess and budget for your next trip. Please feel free to call or email us for more information or for an accurate quote on the costs of booking a bus with United Bus.

    These are average rates and the actual quoted price may vary depending on a variety of variables. We hope that this table can help you predict and budget accordingly. This is based on a 50-mile radius of Chicago and additional costs may be added depending on location.

    Daily rates are for up to 10 hours per day max. Longer options may be available, please contact our team for information.

    Charter Bus Pricing
    Bus Type By Hour Daily Rates
    Mini Bus $100 – $170 $900 – $1,600
    Coach Bus $100 – $190 $1,000 – $1,900
    Sprinter Van $95 – $150 $950 – $1,500

    *Sprinter Van  pricing is based on a 4-hour minimum

    *Bus pricing is based on a 5-hour minimum