Common pickup areasRiver North, West Loop, Wrigleyville, the Magnificent Mile
Price ranges at a glance
SUV (6 pax)2 rates · 2 operators
$85–$175median $132/hr
Stretch limousine3 rates · 3 operators
$99–$205median $160/hr
Sprinter / passenger van2 rates · 1 operator
$115–$155median $138/hr
Party bus (up to ~24)2 rates · 2 operators
$165–$250median $212/hr
Party bus (25-50)4 rates · 3 operators
$225–$330median $270/hr
Minibus / shuttle bus1 rate · 1 operator
$115–$130median $122/hr
Charter bus / motorcoach1 rate · 1 operator
$145–$150median $148/hr
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Typical published prices in Chicago
| Vehicle class | Published range Published rate | Median midpoint Our math | Sample |
|---|---|---|---|
| SUV (6 pax) | $85–$175/hr | $132 | 2 rates · 2 operators |
| Stretch limousine | $99–$205/hr | $160 | 3 rates · 3 operators |
| Sprinter / passenger van | $115–$155/hr | $138 | 2 rates · 1 operator |
| Party bus (up to ~24) | $165–$250/hr | $212 | 2 rates · 2 operators |
| Party bus (25-50) | $225–$330/hr | $270 | 4 rates · 3 operators |
| Minibus / shuttle bus | $115–$130/hr | $122 | 1 rate · 1 operator |
| Charter bus / motorcoach | $145–$150/hr | $148 | 1 rate · 1 operator |
Median midpoint = median of the midpoint of each local operator's published range. Small samples; use it as a planning number, not a quote.
Every published rate we found
| Vehicle | Published price Published rate | Minimums / notes | Source · checked 2026-11-01 |
|---|---|---|---|
| SUV (6 pax) 6-pax SUV / luxury SUV | $85–$95/hr | 1-hr min | Rate page Local operator |
| SUV (6 pax) Cadillac Escalade ESV | $175/hr | 3-hr min | Rate page Local operator |
| Stretch limousine 8-10-pax limousine | $99–$105/hr | 3-hr min; excl. gratuity/tolls | Rate page Local operator |
| Stretch limousine 8-10-pax stretch limo | $150–$170/hr | 3-hr min; excl. tax & gratuity | Rate page Local operator |
| Stretch limousine Stretch limousine | $164–$205/hr | 3-4 hr min | Rate page Local operator |
| Sprinter / passenger van 9-13-pax passenger van | $115–$125/hr | 3-hr min | Rate page Local operator |
| Sprinter / passenger van 14-pax Mercedes Sprinter | $155/hr | 3-hr min | Rate page Local operator |
| Party bus (up to ~24) 20-24-pax party bus | $165–$185/hr | 3-hr min | Rate page Local operator |
| Party bus (up to ~24) 20-pax party bus | $250/hr | 3-hr min | Rate page Local operator |
| Party bus (25-50) 28-36-pax party bus | $225–$260/hr | 3-hr min | Rate page Local operator |
| Party bus (25-50) 25-30-pax party bus | $260–$280/hr | 3-hr min | Rate page Local operator |
| Party bus (25-50) 26-pax party bus | $270/hr | 4-hr min ($1,080) | Rate page Local operator |
| Party bus (25-50) 34-pax party bus | $330/hr | 4-hr min ($1,320) | Rate page Local operator |
| Minibus / shuttle bus 20-32-pax bus | $115–$130/hr | 3-hr min | Rate page Local operator |
| Charter bus / motorcoach 48-56-pax coach bus | $145–$150/hr | 3-hr min; excl. gratuity/tolls | Rate page Local operator |
What a typical booking costs
Party bus (up to ~24)Our math
$50per person
- Median rate
- $212/hr
- Hours
- 4
- Subtotal
- $850
- 18% tip
- $153
- Group
- 20 riders
Party bus (25-50)Our math
$53per person
- Median rate
- $270/hr
- Hours
- 5
- Subtotal
- $1,350
- 18% tip
- $243
- Group
- 30 riders
Sprinter / passenger vanOur math
$54per person
- Median rate
- $138/hr
- Hours
- 4
- Subtotal
- $550
- 18% tip
- $99
- Group
- 12 riders
Charter bus / motorcoachOur math
$17per person
- Median rate
- $148/hr
- Hours
- 5
- Subtotal
- $738
- 18% tip
- $133
- Group
- 50 riders
Minibus / shuttle busOur math
$29per person
- Median rate
- $122/hr
- Hours
- 5
- Subtotal
- $612
- 18% tip
- $110
- Group
- 25 riders
Stretch limousineOur math
$142per person
- Median rate
- $160/hr
- Hours
- 6
- Subtotal
- $960
- 18% tip
- $173
- Group
- 8 riders
Our math uses the median published hourly rate; real quotes add taxes, fees and peak-date pricing.
What to check before you book
- Gratuity. Several Chicago operators list rates before tip; 15–20% is the norm stated on operator pages.
- Minimum hours, and whether the clock starts at the garage or at your pickup.
- Extras: tolls, parking, fuel surcharges and airport fees.
- 16+ passengers: ask for the operator's USDOT number and confirm active authority on the FMCSA website.
- Get the total in writing: vehicle, hours, stops, deposit and cancellation terms.
Frequently asked questions
How much is it to rent a party bus for a night in Chicago?
Published Chicago party bus rates run $165–$330 per hour, usually with a 3–6 hour minimum, so a typical 4–5 hour night is roughly $660–$1,650 before tip.
How much does a limo cost in Chicago?
Stretch limousines in our Chicago sample are published at $99–$205/hr, most with a 3–4 hour minimum.
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