First Charter Bus Rental - Glenwood Reviews 8

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.3

19200 Glenwood Chicago Hts Road, 60425 Glenwood, IL, US


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The driver showed up on time, the bus was clean and we arrived at our destination on time. The driver was pleasant and drove safely. Traffic was heavy on our return and she maintained a great attitu... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The charter bus left before I (the bride) actually got on the bus. I was running behind the 11:15 pick up time due to having clean up the hall more than I anticipated. I appreciate that the bus came b... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Glenwood location has always done an amazing job for Calvary. Kim is always very polite over the phone and Sarah has always been one of our favorite drivers. They are also on time and do a great... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

We had a good experience overall. I would just say that the bus should be here a few minutes prior to the leaving time. The driver was kind and helpful. He was great!

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Company details

  1. Bus and Coach Company
  2. Bus Charter

About First Charter Bus Rental - Glenwood

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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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  • 19200 Glenwood Chicago Hts Road, 60425, Glenwood, IL, United States

  • 800-204-4362

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A Pleasant Trip!

The driver showed up on time, the bus was clean and we arrived at our destination on time. The driver was pleasant and drove safely. Traffic was heavy on our return and she maintained a great attitude.

April 6, 2024
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great job Glenwood location!!!

The Glenwood location has always done an amazing job for Calvary. Kim is always very polite over the phone and Sarah has always been one of our favorite drivers. They are also on time and do a great job of getting us to and from our destination. Thanks so much Glenwood location!!

January 22, 2020
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Thanks for letting us know and for trusting First Student Charter!

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Field Trip - Jan. 2

Had a confirmed bus trip confirmation for Jan. 2 for a camp at the H-F Park District; called Dec. 30 to double check everything was in order (sounded like it was). However, on the day of the trip, the bus never showed up. After several calls to dispatch and me providing the trip confirmation number, dispatch was able to get a bus driver out 30 minutes after the expected arrival. This situation came across as the company misplaced my trip confirmation because customer service was unaware of the field trip.

January 3, 2020
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I apologize for your experience and assure you this is not typical. My name is Nancy and I run the Charter Center in the Central US. Will you please call me at 866-514-8747? I want to understand more about your experience so I can work with you to make this situation right. Thanks, Nancy

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The charter bus left before I (the…

The charter bus left before I (the bride) actually got on the bus. I was running behind the 11:15 pick up time due to having clean up the hall more than I anticipated. I appreciate that the bus came back with no problems and got the second group of people. Our bus driver was extremely professional and accommodating.

December 11, 2019
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Very disappointed

I am very disappointed that our trip was cancelled because Nicole said that she never received our purchase order by 3:30 P. M. yesterday. I spoke to her on Monday. I told her that we would be paying with a school check. She said that I would have overnight it. I explained that I was not going to do that and that I would do a po. She stated that I had until the end of the day yesterday to submit the po. The po was generated. However, Nicole cancelled our trip because she said that she didn't physcially have the po in her possession. I have used First Student numerous time. In fact, we just used them yesterday, and I have never given anyone anything, and I've never had an issue. The communication between Nicole and I was not good. She claims that I interrupted her while she talking. It was necessary for me to do that because she continued to talk. I didn't have time to listen to her regurgitate her script to me. I needed a bus. Eventually, she said she try to find us another bus but another form of payment would be needed. I had tried to explain to her that I would pay with her a credit card, but of course she was overtalking me so she missed that part. We were placed on hold, and eventually she hung up on us, or we were disconnected. Either way, our students trips was cancelled because we were not able to secure other buses as they were full, and I am very disappointed. At this point, I will not be using First Student again, and I will be sharing my experience with my colleagues.

November 27, 2019
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Reply from First Charter Bus Rental - Glenwood

I apologize for your experience and assure you this is not typical. My name is Nancy and I run the Charter Center in the Central US. Will you please call me at 866-514-8747? I want to understand more about your experience so I can work with you to make this situation right. Thanks, Nancy

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Our bus was supposed to be here between…

Our bus was supposed to be here between 845 and 9 for. 9 departure time. I was on hold for 20 minwith dipatch(who was very nice) we arrived late to our destination and therefore missed out on the presentation that we had already paid for. It was overall a terrible experience for the children to be waiting over 30 min in there winter gear and then missing the best part of their field trip.

November 14, 2019
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Reply from First Charter Bus Rental - Glenwood

I apologize for your experience and assure you this is not typical. My name is Nancy and I run the Charter Center in the Central US. Will you please call me at 866-514-8747? I want to understand more about your experience so I can work with you to make this situation right. Thanks, Nancy

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

We had a good experience overall

We had a good experience overall. I would just say that the bus should be here a few minutes prior to the leaving time. The driver was kind and helpful. He was great!

October 28, 2019
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Reply from First Charter Bus Rental - Glenwood

Thanks for your feedback and for trusting First Student!

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