The bus service was fine. We just had to call the bus because it was running behind from the time we requested in the morning, and it was difficult to get in touch with the bus driver through dispatch... See more
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Bus arrived on time but not early. So a little nervous that it was going to be a no show which we have had in the past. Like it when the bus driver contacts the day before to go over bus route and tha... See more
The school bus experience was excellent for all involved in the field trip. The bus driver was very friendly and professional, in her interactions with staff, parents and children. She arrived on tim... See more
Good communication from the drivers and timely arrival!
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About First Charter Bus Rental - Central City
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Think Yellow for your next event.
From field trips and party buses to corporate events and conventions to national organizations and non-profits, choosing yellow is the fun and flexible choice for all types of groups and destinations. School bus rental prices range from $85 to $125* per hour.
First Student is North America’s largest and most trusted provider of chartered yellow school bus transportation because we have the best drivers, buses and customer service.
The best buses
Because we have North America’s largest fleet, we are able to provide you with the best, newest and cleanest buses in the industry.
The best drivers
Most of your experience comes down to the driver, and we take our responsibility to provide you with a safe, respectful and caring professional driver, very seriously. We have a thorough screening and selection process to ensure we hire only the best and a continual training program to make them even better.
The best customer service
First Student has dedicated charter centers across North America, staffed with transportation professionals who know your region and are ready to partner with you on your most complex transportation needs.
*Location prices vary. Minimum trip time and other restrictions may apply.
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9432-A Joor Road, 70818, Central, LA, United States
- 800-204-4362
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We had a great experience and the buses…
We had a great experience and the buses were early on arrival! The bus drivers were kind and gracious and helped us out when we needed to switch locations mid-trip. We will continue using this service.
Awesome service !
Awesome service !! Would book again! Clean buses & super, super nice bus drivers. My favorite part was how the buses stayed at the event the whole time- so departure was so easy! Only problem was the 2 missing buses but we ordered a lot of buses!
Everything was Perfect
The bus driver was great, perfectly on time on her end. All of the guests had a great time and no one had anything negative to say at all!
Thank you!
Thank you to Mrs. April for driving us! The bus was a few minutes late upon arrival, otherwise we'd have given 5 stars. We were very happy with our overall experience and will use your services again.
Nice and friendly
Other than being late arriving the trip was great. Thank you for your assistance in making out 1st trip since the pandemic possible.
Great Experience
The driver was super friendly and was ready whenever we were! We were safe getting there and back without any issues. I will use this company for all school trips!
First Student Charters was prompt
First Student Charters was prompt, flexible and made the field trip experience for my students possible!
The buses were around 15 minutes late
The buses were around 15 minutes late. Our event ended and everyone in our large group had to wait outside behind the venue in a parking lot at night. Besides that the buses and drivers were great.
Great way to transfer wedding guest across town!
The buses were on time and clean. The customer service agents I spoke with were able to answer all my questions. Everyone did great!
Everything went real smooth and…
Everything went real smooth and students were delivered all on time. Thanks for a flawless operation.
Marc
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Didn't send the right buses
We requested buses for 100 people, but the two buses we received could not carry 100 people. Our trip was on a Friday evening, and we did not have time to wait and see if Central City could send us a bigger bus. We had to take a private vehicle, but this inattention to detail could have several hampered our trip.

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On time and quality service.

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Lisa was terrific!
Lisa was our driver on 11/19/19 for an adult field trip around Baton Rouge, LA. She was TERRIFIC! She was polite, professional, courteous, and best of all, she knew the route to a T. Unlike last year's FC bus rental experience, I didn't have to give turn-by-turn directions. Lisa knew exactly where we were going. Lisa is also a very careful driver, also unlike last year.
If I rent again from First Charter next year, I do hope to get Lisa assigned to our event again.
Late Bus
I ordered two buses. The second bus was 45 minutes late causing us to get to our location late and having less time to spend on our field trip.

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Laura was so wonderful
Laura was so wonderful! Very personable an extremely conscientious. We will be using this service again. Thank you!
First Charter Bus Rental was absolutely…
First Charter Bus Rental was absolutely awesome! Our driver was customer service friendly and the ride to and from the event and back was great. Awesome service! Blessings to your company and many, many thanks again!
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