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You came to the right place! Whether you're rallying 100,000 Vols fans toward Neyland Stadium, shuttling a wedding party through downtown's Gay Street, or organizing a group run to Dollywood and the Smokies, Johnsoncitycharterbuscompany.com makes finding the right bus for your group fast, easy, and completely free to quote. Fill out one form and compare vehicles and prices from a network of charter bus companies serving Knoxville in seconds!
Whatever you need, Johnsoncitycharterbuscompany.com puts it all in one place! This is not a local bus company — it's a quote-comparison and referral website that connects you to a large network of independently owned transportation companies serving Knoxville and all of East Tennessee. That means you fill out one quick form, then instantly compare buses, amenities, and prices from multiple providers side by side, all without creating an account.
No calling five companies. No waiting on callbacks. No guesswork.
Want a party bus with LED lighting and a built-in bar? A full-size motorcoach with WiFi and reclining seats for a long haul to Nashville? A compact minibus for a quick airport run to McGhee Tyson?
Say what you're looking for when you fill out your quote, and you'll see options that match. Buses are available for local trips around Knox County and long-distance runs across Tennessee and beyond. Call 423-853-4170 or use the online tool to get pricing right now!
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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 423-853-4170 before booking.
Through a network of independently owned transportation companies serving Knoxville, Johnsoncitycharterbuscompany.com delivers pricing in under 30 seconds — no account required, No waiting for callbacks to get pricing, no waiting. Enter your date, group size, and pickup location, and you'll land on a results page showing available vehicles, photos, and prices from providers serving East Tennessee. Compare a 15-passenger minibus against a 56-passenger motorcoach for the same date, side by side, and find the option that fits your group and your budget.
Pricing varies by vehicle type, group size, day of the week, time of year, and total distance — and Knoxville has some of the busiest bus-demand dates in Tennessee. UT home football Saturdays at Neyland Stadium, Big Ears Festival in late March, fall foliage season on the US-441 corridor to the Smokies, and prom season across Knox County schools all drive prices up and availability down fast. The earlier you compare, the better your options.
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| Type of Vehicle | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day | Cost Per Mile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 56 Passenger Charter Bus | $205 – $385+ | $225 – $410+ | $1,650 – $2,950+ | $6.20 – $8.95+ |
| 35 Passenger Minibus | $225 – $370+ | $255 – $385+ | $1,815 – $2,415+ | $6.20 – $8.95+ |
| 30 Passenger Minibus | $205 – $365+ | $240 – $380+ | $1,670 – $2,335+ | $5.90 – $8.60+ |
| 28 Passenger Minibus | $190 – $355+ | $220 – $370+ | $1,540 – $2,255+ | $5.65 – $8.25+ |
| 25 Passenger Minibus | $190 – $350+ | $195 – $365+ | $1,420 – $2,180+ | $5.40 – $7.90+ |
| 20 Passenger Minibus | $190 – $340+ | $190 – $355+ | $1,300 – $2,080+ | $5.15 – $7.50+ |
| 18 Passenger Minibus | $190 – $330+ | $190 – $350+ | $1,210 – $1,990+ | $5.00 – $7.25+ |
| 15 Passenger Minibus | $180 – $310+ | $180 – $330+ | $1,150 – $1,880+ | $4.75 – $6.95+ |
| 15-50 Passenger Party Bus | $248 – $426+ | $265 – $460+ | $1,827 – $2,954+ | $6.75 – $9.95+ |
| Sprinter Van with Driver | $190 – $373+ | $218 – $466+ | $1,395 – $2,848+ | $5.00 – $6.95+ |
| Sprinter Limo | $190 – $340+ | $190 – $355+ | $1,300 – $2,080+ | $5.15 – $7.50+ |
| School Bus | $205 – $365+ | $240 – $380+ | $1,670 – $2,335+ | $5.00 – $7.60+ |
| 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 423-853-4170. | ||||

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Johnsoncitycharterbuscompany.com makes it so, so simple to find the right group transportation in Knoxville! Instead of spending an afternoon calling local companies one by one, you fill out one quick form and instantly see buses, pictures, amenities, and prices from a large network of providers — all on one screen, all in under a minute. You are never limited to one fleet or whatever a single company happens to have available on your date.
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Because Johnsoncitycharterbuscompany.com is not a local bus company, the network behind it is far bigger than any one operator's lot. That means more vehicle types, more amenities to choose from, more price points, and more packages — one-way trips, round trips, hourly rentals, and multi-day charters. Whether you need one bus or a whole fleet for a large event at the Knoxville Civic Auditorium & Coliseum, a support team is available every day of the year at 423-853-4170 to help you put together a custom package.
Find your next bus rental the smart way — call 423-853-4170 or use the online quote tool right now!
Start with your event, and find the bus that fits it! Johnsoncitycharterbuscompany.com makes it easy to find group transportation for every occasion in Knoxville — from airport shuttles and Smokies day trips to corporate shuttles, prom nights, wedding parties, and everything in between. Here's a look at the services available through the network!

You'll love how easy it is to get your whole group to or from McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) (2055 Alcoa Hwy, Alcoa, TN 37701) without splitting everyone into a caravan of separate cars. TYS sits about 12 miles south of downtown Knoxville via US-129 (Alcoa Highway), and the drive can back up significantly on UT football weekends and peak travel periods. A minibus or charter bus handles the whole group in one trip, with one flat pickup, and no hunting for parking at the terminal.
When your flight lands, gather everyone and all luggage before calling for pickup — commercial vehicles stage off the active curb and pull forward once your whole group is assembled at the arrivals level outside baggage claim. One coordinator, one call, and the bus is there. Whether you're welcoming a corporate delegation, moving a wedding party from the gate, or heading out for a Smokies group trip, Johnsoncitycharterbuscompany.com makes it easy to compare airport shuttles, minibuses, and full-size charter buses for your TYS run.
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Whatever show is bringing your group together — a sold-out night at the Tennessee Theatre (604 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902), an intimate set at the Bijou Theatre (803 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902), or a major act at Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center (1600 Stadium Dr, Knoxville, TN 37916) — a concert bus rental keeps everyone together from the first pickup through the last song. No splitting up into rideshares. No circling Gay Street looking for parking.
No surge pricing when the show ends and everyone tries to leave at once.
Big Ears Festival (late March/early April) draws large numbers of attendees to venues across downtown Knoxville, and a party bus or minibus makes it easy to move between the Tennessee Theatre, Bijou, Market Square, and other festival stages without losing anyone in the crowd. Compare concert buses, party buses, and minibuses from the network and find what works for your group and your date. Call 423-853-4170 to get pricing today!

Wherever your team needs to go, Johnsoncitycharterbuscompany.com makes the transportation the easy part! Shuttle employees and guests between the Knoxville Civic Auditorium & Coliseum (500 Howard Baker Jr Ave, Knoxville, TN 37915) and downtown hotels without worrying about parking on Howard Baker Jr Avenue. Move a client group from McGhee Tyson Airport to a west Knoxville office along Kingston Pike without splitting everyone into separate cars.
Coordinate multi-stop routes between campuses, conference venues, and dinner reservations on Market Square — all on one bus, on your schedule.
Full-size motorcoaches come with WiFi, power outlets, reclining seats, and climate control so your team can work or decompress on the ride. Smaller minibuses and sprinter vans are great for executive transfers and smaller delegations. Johnsoncitycharterbuscompany.com lets you compare corporate shuttle options from a network of providers serving Knoxville, so you find the right vehicle for your headcount and your itinerary. Call 423-853-4170 for a custom corporate quote!

With so many companies based across Knox County — from the research campuses near Oak Ridge to the business parks along Kingston Pike — a recurring employee shuttle bus is one of the smartest investments a Knoxville employer can make. Instead of reimbursing parking across dozens of cars or watching your team arrive late because I-40 was backed up through downtown, one shuttle keeps everyone on schedule, on budget, and on the same route every day.
Daily commuter routes, weekly shuttles between satellite offices, and temporary transportation while a lot is under construction are all available through the network. WiFi and power outlets on full-size coaches turn the commute into productive time instead of lost time. Johnsoncitycharterbuscompany.com makes it easy to compare employee shuttle options from a network of providers serving Knoxville and surrounding areas including Maryville, Oak Ridge, and Sevierville. Call 423-853-4170 to set up your route!

Booking group transportation for a government agency or military unit in East Tennessee means getting the details right — the right vehicle size, the right timing, the right route, and the right documentation. Whether you're coordinating personnel transfers, moving a team to a training event, or arranging transportation for a multi-day government conference at the Knoxville Civic Auditorium & Coliseum, Johnsoncitycharterbuscompany.com helps you compare buses from a network of providers serving the region.
Full-size 56-passenger motorcoaches with undercarriage luggage bays handle large personnel moves and equipment-heavy groups. Minibuses and sprinter vans work well for smaller delegations and point-to-point transfers. ADA-accessible vehicles are available through the network — just mention it when you submit your quote.
Need a multi-day package or a fleet of vehicles for a large event? A support team is available at 423-853-4170 every day of the year to build a custom package around your specific requirements.

No road trip is too long when everyone rides together! Knoxville sits at the crossroads of I-40 and I-75, making it a natural hub for long-distance group travel across the Southeast. Nashville is about 3 hours west on I-40.
Chattanooga is roughly 110 miles south on I-75. Asheville, North Carolina is about 115 miles east through the mountains. Lexington, Kentucky is approximately 170 miles north.
And Atlanta is reachable in under 3 hours from Chattanooga if you're going the distance.
Full-size charter buses with reclining seats, WiFi, onboard restrooms, power outlets, and large undercarriage luggage bays make the long haul comfortable for every passenger. Compare long-distance motorcoaches from a network of providers serving Knoxville and find the right bus for your route and your group size. One form, instant pricing, no account needed.
Call 423-853-4170 to get a long-distance quote today!

Moving a private group around Knoxville is so much easier when everyone is on the same bus! Family reunions hitting Knoxville Zoo (3500 Knoxville Zoo Dr, Knoxville, TN 37914), the Museum of Appalachia (2819 Andersonville Hwy, Norris, TN 37828), and the World's Fair Park (963 World's Fair Park Dr, Knoxville, TN 37916) in a single day — one charter bus keeps everyone on the same itinerary without splitting into a five-car caravan. Birthday parties making the rounds through the Old City and Market Square.
Anniversary dinners starting downtown and ending at a restaurant in Bearden. Whatever the occasion, you set the stops and the schedule.
Party buses with built-in bars, LED lighting, and Bluetooth sound keep the energy up between stops. Minibuses are great for smaller groups and tighter itineraries. Full-size coaches handle the big family gatherings.
Compare private event buses from a large network of providers serving Knoxville and find what works for your group. Call 423-853-4170 or use the online quote tool to get started!

Because prom only happens once, the transportation should be as unforgettable as the night itself! Instead of a long line of separate cars dropping off at the venue, a party bus picks up the whole group together — the music is already playing, the LED lights are already on, and the celebration starts the moment everyone climbs aboard. Knox County Schools and the surrounding districts run prom season hard in April and May, and that's one of the busiest stretches of the year for party bus and minibus availability in Knoxville.
Book early — prom season fills fast, and waiting until the last minute means higher prices and fewer vehicles to choose from. Johnsoncitycharterbuscompany.com makes it easy to compare party buses, minibuses, and sprinter limos from a network of providers serving Knoxville and East Tennessee. You can even request available colors to match your prom theme. Fill out one quick form or call 423-853-4170 to lock in your date before it's gone!

A church retreat to the Smoky Mountains. A weekend conference for your congregation. A mission group heading across the state.
A weekly service shuttle for members who need a ride — whatever brings your group together, Johnsoncitycharterbuscompany.com makes it easy to find the right bus for the journey. Through a network of transportation providers serving Knoxville and East Tennessee, you can compare minibuses for smaller congregations, full-size 56-passenger motorcoaches for large group travel, and everything in between.
ADA-accessible vehicles are available through the network, so no member of your congregation gets left behind — just mention it when you request your quote. Multi-day packages for weekend retreats and overnight trips to destinations like Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge are available through the network too. One form, instant pricing, and a support team at 423-853-4170 ready to help you put together a custom package for your group's needs.
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On a school field trip, the last thing a teacher needs is to coordinate a long line of parent carpools across Knox County. Johnsoncitycharterbuscompany.com makes it easy to compare school buses, minibuses, and full-size charter buses for field trips to destinations like Knoxville Zoo, the Museum of Appalachia, and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park (nearest entrance at 1420 Fighting Creek Gap Rd, Gatlinburg, TN 37738). One bus keeps the whole class on one itinerary, with overhead storage for backpacks and lunches and enough room for chaperones to spread out.
ADA-accessible buses are available through the network — just mention it when you submit your quote. Compare bus sizes to match your exact student-and-chaperone headcount, and find the vehicle that fits your school's trip plan. Johnsoncitycharterbuscompany.com makes the transportation the easy part of your field trip. Call 423-853-4170 or use the online quote tool to get started!

Don't let game day logistics become the hardest part of the trip! Neyland Stadium holds 101,915 fans, and on a home Vols Saturday, I-40 and I-75 approaching downtown Knoxville back up for miles. A charter bus or party bus keeps your whole group together, gets everyone to the stadium on the same plan, and means nobody is circling for parking when kickoff is 20 minutes away.
The Tennessee-Alabama game — the Third Saturday in October — is the single hardest date to find a bus in the entire East Tennessee market. Book months in advance for that one.
Fan groups, alumni groups, booster clubs, and youth sports teams traveling to tournaments all find what they need through Johnsoncitycharterbuscompany.com. Full-size motorcoaches with luggage bays handle equipment-heavy team travel. Party buses with built-in bars and sound systems keep the tailgate rolling from pickup to kickoff.
Compare sporting event buses from a network of providers serving Knoxville and lock in your date early. Call 423-853-4170 to get a game-day quote!

With Johnsoncitycharterbuscompany.com, you'll find it easy to keep every guest on the same schedule from the rehearsal dinner through the last hotel return! Knoxville's wedding venues span from the historic downtown corridor along Gay Street to waterfront settings at Volunteer Landing and elegant estate venues across Knox County. A wedding shuttle bus handles hotel pickups, gets the wedding party to the ceremony on time, moves everyone to the reception, and brings guests back to their hotels at the end of the night — all without anyone worrying about parking or rideshare surge pricing after a long celebration.
You can even request available white, black, or silver vehicles to match your wedding colors. Minibuses are perfect for smaller wedding parties; full-size charter buses handle large guest lists. Johnsoncitycharterbuscompany.com lets you compare wedding transportation options from a network of providers serving Knoxville and East Tennessee, so you find the right vehicle for your big day. Call 423-853-4170 or use the online quote tool to get started!

Call it a day trip, a birthday outing, or just a great Saturday — East Tennessee's growing craft beer and winery scene makes for an incredible group tour, and a party bus or minibus means everyone gets to enjoy every stop. The Tennessee wine trail runs through the Knoxville area and into the foothills of the Smokies, and the region's taprooms and breweries are spread across downtown, the Old City, and the surrounding counties. Your group sets the stops and the timing; the bus handles the rest.
A party bus with a built-in bar, LED lighting, and Bluetooth sound keeps the celebration going between wineries. A minibus is a great pick for a tighter group that wants a comfortable ride without the full party-bus setup. And if you want to extend the tour into the Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg corridor, a charter bus with reclining seats and climate control makes the scenic drive through the Smokies a highlight of the day.
Compare wine tour and brewery buses from a network of providers serving Knoxville. Call 423-853-4170 to get pricing today!
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Johnsoncitycharterbuscompany.com makes finding group transportation easy across all of East Tennessee! Whether you need a bus in Knoxville, Maryville, Oak Ridge, Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, Morristown, or any surrounding community, the network of transportation providers covers the entire region. One form, instant pricing, and buses available for local trips and long-distance runs alike.
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Johnsoncitycharterbuscompany.com is a quote-comparison and referral website, not a local bus company or motor carrier. It connects you to a large network of independently owned transportation companies serving Knoxville, Tennessee, so you can compare buses, amenities, and prices from multiple providers in one place — without calling each company separately. Transportation is provided by independent operators, and booking is completed through a national booking platform. Johnsoncitycharterbuscompany.com makes finding and comparing group transportation fast, easy, and free to quote.
Charter bus and commercial vehicle pickup at McGhee Tyson Airport is on the lower Arrivals level, outside baggage claim. Commercial vehicles stage off the active curb and pull forward once your whole group is assembled and ready to board — so gather everyone and all luggage before calling the bus forward. Do not walk to the rideshare TNC zone, which is a separate designated area from charter bus pickup.
Confirm current pickup zone details on the McGhee Tyson Airport taxis and charters page before your trip.
UT home football Saturdays at Neyland Stadium are the single hardest dates to find a bus in the entire East Tennessee market — especially the Tennessee-Alabama game on the Third Saturday in October. Big Ears Festival (late March/early April), fall foliage season on the US-441 corridor to Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg (October), UT graduation at Neyland Stadium (May), and prom season across Knox County schools (April-May) all drive demand up fast. Book 4–6 months out or more for any of these dates.
Waiting until the last minute means higher prices and limited availability.
Absolutely — and it's one of the most popular charter bus trips in the region! Dollywood (2700 Dollywood Parks Blvd, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863) is about 35 miles east of Knoxville via I-40 and US-441. Buses enter via the main gate road and follow signage to the designated bus/RV parking area, which is free per Dollywood's own guidance.
The US-441 corridor through Sevierville and Pigeon Forge is notoriously congested on summer weekends and October foliage season — build in extra travel time. Great Smoky Mountains National Park is an additional 5 miles from Pigeon Forge. Compare Smokies charter buses through Johnsoncitycharterbuscompany.com and get pricing in under 30 seconds!
Charter bus rental prices in Knoxville vary based on vehicle type and size, the day of the week, time of year, total distance, and how many hours the bus is in service. Weekend rates are higher than weekday rates, and high-demand dates like UT football Saturdays, Big Ears Festival, and fall foliage season command premium pricing. The fastest way to see pricing for your specific trip is to fill out the online quote form — you'll get results in under 30 seconds from a network of providers serving Knoxville.
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Match the bus to your confirmed headcount. A 15-passenger minibus works well for small groups and executive transfers. 18- to 35-passenger minibuses are great for mid-size groups and tighter urban routes. A 56-passenger full-size charter bus handles large groups with room for luggage in undercarriage bays — ideal for UT game-day shuttles, long-distance trips, and large school field trips.
Party buses (15–50 passengers) are the pick for bachelorette nights, prom, and birthday outings where the ride is part of the event. Johnsoncitycharterbuscompany.com lets you compare all of these side by side from a network of providers serving Knoxville — just enter your headcount and let the results show you what fits!
Yes! Multi-day charter bus packages are available through the network for trips that span more than one day — weekend retreats to the Smoky Mountains, multi-day sports tournaments, conference transportation, and group travel to Nashville, Asheville, Chattanooga, or beyond. When you request a multi-day quote, include your full itinerary — all pickup and drop-off points, dates, and overnight stops — so the results reflect the complete trip.
A support team is available at 423-853-4170 every day of the year to help you put together a custom multi-day package.
For most Knoxville trips, booking 3–6 months in advance gives you the best selection and the best pricing. For the highest-demand dates — UT home football Saturdays (especially Tennessee-Alabama in October), Big Ears Festival, UT graduation in May, fall foliage season in October, and prom season in April and May — book 6 months out or more. The Knoxville bus market moves fast on peak dates, and waiting until the last minute almost always means higher rates and fewer vehicle options.
The sooner you compare, the better your choices. Call 423-853-4170 right now to lock in your date!
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