Franklin Township Party Bus Rentals
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Types of Buses in Franklin Township
Partybusprinceton.com connects you with a full range of vehicle types serving Franklin Township: 14-passenger Sprinter limos, Sprinter vans, party buses seating 15 to 50, 15-35 passenger minibuses, and 40-56 passenger charter buses with undercarriage storage and onboard restrooms. Whatever your group size, there is a vehicle in the network sized for it.
Vehicle photos show representative examples — exact make, model, color, interior, features, and availability vary by provider and trip.
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15-35 Passenger Minibus
40-56 Passenger Charter Bus
Buses and vehicles shown above are NOT the exact makes and models available for every trip. We are NOT a bus company and do not own or operate vehicles. Photos are examples only and may show stock or typical vehicles, not the exact vehicle offered for your reservation. Fill out the online quote form or call 640-274-5650 to view current vehicle options, photos, availability, and pricing. Confirm the exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
Franklin Township Bus Amenities Built Around Your Trip
Not every Franklin Township group trip calls for the same setup. A 25-passenger party bus comes loaded with perimeter seating, color-changing LED lighting, a premium sound system, flat-panel TVs, and a built-in bar setup — the right call for bachelorette nights, milestone birthdays, and post-prom celebrations heading into New Brunswick or Trenton. A minibus keeps things clean and efficient for corporate shuttles, wedding guest loops, and field trips, with reclining seats and powerful climate control sized for Somerset County summers and winters alike.
For large groups heading to MetLife Stadium or Prudential Center, a full-size charter bus gives you undercarriage luggage bays, onboard restrooms, overhead storage, and WiFi — so nobody has to make a pit stop on the Turnpike.
Amenities vary by vehicle and provider, but comparing what is available in your area is fast and free on this site.
Air-conditioning
Wraparound Leather Seats
AUX / Bluetooth Sound System
LED and Fiber Optic Lighting
Built-in Bar Areas With Ice Storage and Cup Holders
TVs and Entertainment Systems
Amenities listed above are common features that MAY be available on party 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 640-274-5650 before booking.
Get Your Franklin Township Party Bus Price Online
Franklin Township party bus rental prices depend on the vehicle, the date, and how long you need it. To give you a planning baseline: a 15-passenger party bus typically runs $200–$350 per hour on weekdays and $250–$350 on weekends. A 30-passenger party bus runs $300–$375 on weekdays and $325–$425 on weekends.
A 40-56 passenger charter bus generally falls in the $200–$350 per hour range regardless of day. A minibus runs $200–$250 weekdays and $200–$275 on weekends.
Those are planning ranges — your actual rate will move with demand, the specific date, and exactly how many hours you need. The fastest way to get a pricing estimate for your trip is to fill out the quick form or call 640-274-5650. Pricing for your specific date is available in about a minute.
Check out the party bus prices page for more detail.
| Type of Bus | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Passenger Sprinter Limo | $204 – $318+ | $219 – $344+ | $1,526 – $3,113+ |
| Sprinter Van Rental | $203 – $273+ | $218 – $366+ | $1,395 – $2,748+ |
| 15 Passenger Party Bus | $204 – $330+ | $241 – $340+ | $1,396 – $2,817+ |
| 18 Passenger Party Bus | $266 – $330+ | $268 – $378+ | $2,121 – $2,563+ |
| 20 Passenger Party Bus | $244 – $338+ | $268 – $340+ | $1,939 – $2,796+ |
| 25 Passenger Party Bus | $248 – $326+ | $265 – $360+ | $1,827 – $2,854+ |
| 28 Passenger Party Bus | $255 – $337+ | $279 – $351+ | $2,147 – $2,653+ |
| 30 Passenger Party Bus | $297 – $374+ | $318 – $414+ | $2,331 – $3,021+ |
| 40 Passenger Party Bus | $297 – $338+ | $321 – $478+ | $2,297 – $3,473+ |
| 50 Passenger Party Bus | $294 – $441+ | $337 – $490+ | $2,173 – $4,043+ |
| 15–35 Passenger Minibus | $207 – $246+ | $209 – $261+ | $1,098 – $2,105+ |
| 40–56 Passenger Charter Bus | $206 – $327+ | $208 – $348+ | $1,331 – $2,841+ |
| ABOVE PRICES ARE JUST EXAMPLES. Your final price and vehicle options depend entirely on your specific trip details. To get an exact price for your trip, request an estimate online or call 640-274-5650. | |||
The Right Bus for Your Franklin Township Group Is Here
Franklin Township sits at the intersection of US-1, Route 27, and I-287 — three of the busiest corridors in Central Jersey. Getting a group anywhere from here means either fighting those roads in separate cars or getting everyone on one vehicle that does it for you. Partybusprinceton.com makes finding that vehicle ridiculously easy.
Because this site is not a bus company with one fixed fleet, you are never stuck with whatever a single operator happens to have available on your date. You compare options from multiple transportation companies serving the Franklin Township area — different vehicle types, different price points, different amenities — and you pick what fits your group. The whole search takes about a minute online, or you call 640-274-5650 and a live person walks you through everything.
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For groups heading to Rutgers games in New Brunswick, concerts at PNC Bank Arts Center, or a wedding shuttle loop across Somerset County, having the right-sized bus at the right price is the whole game. Partybusprinceton.com is how you find it.
Explore Available Franklin Township Party Bus Services
From airport transfers and corporate shuttles to prom nights, winery tours, and sporting event runs, Partybusprinceton.com makes it fast and easy to find group transportation for any occasion in Franklin Township and across Somerset, Middlesex, and Mercer counties. Here is a closer look at what is available.

Franklin Township Airport Shuttles & Transportation
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) sits roughly 35 miles northeast of Franklin Township on the New Jersey Turnpike — a drive that sounds manageable until you hit the interchange at Exit 14 on a Friday afternoon, where traffic routinely backs up well past the Raritan toll plaza. Groups flying out together and trying to coordinate multiple cars across that stretch almost always end up with somebody arriving late, stressed, and still hunting for short-term parking. A Franklin Township airport shuttle bus rental gets everyone loaded at one pickup address and dropped curbside at the departure terminal — no coordinating multiple ETAs, no $30-a-day long-term parking charges stacking up for a week while your group is away.
For groups flying into EWR and heading back to Franklin Township, have your whole party gathered and bags in hand before the bus is called to the commercial vehicle pickup lane — EWR's ground transportation setup at Terminal A, B, and C each has designated commercial pickup areas, and timing coordination there matters. Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is another option for groups in the southern part of Franklin Township, roughly 55 miles down I-95. Call 640-274-5650 and get pickup logistics handled before your travel date.

Franklin Township Bachelor & Bachelorette Transportation
Franklin Township groups planning a bachelorette night typically head to New Brunswick's Easton Avenue bar strip, the restaurants and clubs along Route 1 in New Brunswick, or make the push into New York City for the night — all of which involve either I-287 or the Turnpike at some point after midnight, when the last thing anyone wants is a designated driver conversation. A Franklin Township bachelorette party bus rental solves that entirely — the night runs on your itinerary, not a rideshare app's surge-pricing algorithm.
A 20- or 25-passenger party bus is the standard pick for these nights, with LED lighting, a sound system, and perimeter seating that makes the ride between stops part of the event. Weekend hourly rates run $275–$375 for that size range. For a group heading into Hoboken or New York City, a larger 40-passenger party bus gives everyone room to move and runs $325–$500 per hour on weekends.
Lock in your date as early as you can — Franklin Township weekend party buses for spring and summer dates book out fast. Call 640-274-5650 to check availability now.

Franklin Township Birthday, Sweet 16, & Quinceañera Party Bus Rentals
Somerset County has a strong tradition of milestone celebrations — Sweet 16s, quinceañeras, and big-number birthday parties that deserve a real send-off. A Franklin Township birthday party bus rental turns the ride to the venue into part of the event itself, with LED lighting, sound systems, and enough room for the whole group to be together from the first pickup to the last drop-off.
For Sweet 16 and quinceañera groups heading to banquet halls in Somerset, Bridgewater, or Edison, a 25- to 30-passenger party bus is a popular fit — big enough for the core group, easy to route through suburban Somerset County roads. Weekend rates for a 25-passenger party bus run $275–$375 per hour. For larger milestone birthday parties hitting multiple stops across Middlesex County, a 40- or 50-passenger party bus gives everyone space and runs $325–$500 per hour on weekends.
Fill out the quick form or call 640-274-5650 to see what is available on your date.

Franklin Township Concert Transportation & Shuttles
PNC Bank Arts Center (Telegraph Hill Road, Holmdel, NJ 07733) is the biggest outdoor amphitheater draw for Central Jersey groups, and the post-show exit on Garden State Parkway north is one of the most reliably miserable drives in the state — traffic backs up onto the ramps well before the encore ends. A Franklin Township concert bus rental drops your group at the venue and has you in a seat while everyone else is circling the gravel lots, then picks you up at a pre-set loading point when the show ends so you are not standing in that parking backup. Read more on the PNC Bank Arts Center group transportation guide before you finalize your plan.
For bigger arena shows, Prudential Center (25 Lafayette St, Newark, NJ 07102) books major tours year-round. The arena sits in downtown Newark with limited street parking and a post-show rideshare queue that stretches around the block — a charter bus drops your group on Mulberry Street and picks them up at a pre-arranged point, which is a much cleaner exit than sorting out six separate rideshares at midnight. The Prudential Center bus rental guide breaks down exactly how to stage your pickup.

Franklin Township Corporate Event Transportation
Franklin Township is home to a dense cluster of corporate campuses and office parks along the US-1 Tech Corridor — Johnson & Johnson, Bristol Myers Squibb, and Siemens all have major operations within a short radius. Shuttling employees between offices, hotels, and conference venues across Somerset and Middlesex counties is a regular need here, and a minibus or charter bus handles it cleanly without asking anyone to coordinate their own commute.
For off-site team events, training days, or large conference shuttles heading to the New Brunswick Hyatt or the Somerset Hills hotel corridor, a Franklin Township corporate charter bus keeps headcount accounted for and arrival times predictable. Minibuses run $200–$250 per hour on weekdays, making them a cost-efficient fit for smaller executive groups. For larger employee shuttles or multi-vehicle corporate programs, call 640-274-5650 and the team can help you figure out the right number of vehicles for your headcount and routing.

Franklin Township Private Event Transportation Services
Family reunions, church retreats, alumni weekends, retirement parties — Franklin Township generates all of them, and they all share the same logistical headache: getting a large group of people to the same place at the same time without fragmenting into a six-car caravan that loses half the group on I-287. A Franklin Township private charter bus or party bus rental handles that problem at the root.
For Somerset County events happening at the Bridgewater Manor, the Imperia on Route 22, or outdoor venues in the Sourland Mountain area, a minibus or charter bus keeps the group tight and arrival coordinated. For groups heading farther — Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson, the Jersey Shore for a summer day trip, or Philadelphia for a group event — a full charter bus with onboard restrooms and undercarriage storage makes the distance painless. The earlier you book a private event bus in Franklin Township, the more vehicle choices you will have.
Fill out the quick form or call 640-274-5650 to start comparing options.

Franklin Township Homecoming & Prom Party Bus Rentals
Franklin High School and the other schools serving Franklin Township run their prom and homecoming events in the April–June window, the same stretch where every party bus in Central Jersey is spoken for. This is not a soft warning — it is a hard fact: groups that wait until February to book a prom bus in Somerset County consistently find that the vehicles they want are gone, and what remains comes at a significant premium.
For prom: book by December. That is the window where you get the best vehicle selection and the most competitive pricing. A Franklin Township prom party bus gives your group a safe, coordinated night — everyone leaves together, everyone arrives together, and nobody is stuck navigating Route 27 after midnight.
Weekend rates for an 18-passenger party bus run $275–$400 per hour; a 25-passenger bus runs $275–$375. The math on splitting that across a group of 20 students makes it one of the more affordable prom night decisions you can make. Call 640-274-5650 now to check what is still open on your date.

Franklin Township School Event & Field Trip Transportation
Franklin Township's schools regularly take groups to the Liberty Science Center (222 Jersey City Blvd, Jersey City, NJ 07305) across the Turnpike, the Trenton War Memorial for performing arts events, and Rutgers University campus in New Brunswick for academic programs — all trips that involve real highway mileage and group-size coordination. A Franklin Township school field trip charter bus handles that routing on one vehicle, with overhead storage for backpacks and lunch bags and reclining seats that make a 45-minute highway ride comfortable for students and teachers alike.
For ADA-accessible transportation needs, mention that when requesting your quote — accessible vehicles are available through the network. Charter buses in this size range run $200–$350 per hour on weekdays, and for most school-day field trips that hourly range covers a comfortable round trip. For multi-bus requests — athletic department travel, band trips, large student groups — call 640-274-5650 directly and get a custom headcount-based quote rather than using the online form alone.

Franklin Township Sporting Event Transportation
MetLife Stadium (1 MetLife Stadium Dr, East Rutherford, NJ 07073) is the biggest game-day destination for Franklin Township sports fans — Giants and Jets home games, plus major concert events that draw 80,000 people to the Meadowlands. The approach on Route 3 westbound after a Sunday afternoon game is one of the slowest exits in the state, and the stadium's parking structure fills early, with lots close to the main gates costing $40 and up per vehicle on major game days. A Franklin Township charter bus to MetLife Stadium means your group arrives together, the tailgate starts on the way up the Turnpike, and the ride home is already arranged — no one is stuck circling Level 4 of the Blue lot at 11pm.
Read the full logistics breakdown on the MetLife Stadium group transportation guide.
Rutgers Scarlet Knights games at SHI Stadium (1 Scarlet Knight Way, Piscataway, NJ 08854) are a short hop from Franklin Township on River Road — but game-day parking along College Avenue and the lots adjacent to Busch Campus fills fast for rivalry games, and the walk from remote lots to the stadium gate runs 15 minutes or more. A minibus drops your group at the stadium gate and picks them up in the same spot after the final whistle.

Franklin Township Wedding Transportation & Shuttle Service
Somerset County is one of the most active wedding markets in Central Jersey, with venues like the Olde Mill Inn in Basking Ridge, the Grain House at the Olde Mill, the Bernards Inn in Bernardsville, and the Raritan Valley Country Club all drawing destination weddings from across the region. The challenge these venues share: most of them sit on two-lane Somerset County roads with limited on-site parking, meaning a guest shuttle loop between a nearby hotel block and the venue is not optional — it is essential.
A Franklin Township wedding shuttle bus handles that loop cleanly, with a minibus or charter bus running timed departures from the hotel so guests arrive on schedule and nobody has to navigate Pottersville Road in the dark after cocktail hour. For the wedding party itself, a 14-passenger Sprinter limo handles the ceremony-day transport with style. Weekend minibus rates run $200–$275 per hour — call 640-274-5650 early in your planning process, because Somerset County wedding dates in May, June, September, and October book out months ahead.

Franklin Township Winery Tour & Pub Crawl Transportation
Central Jersey's wine country is more developed than most people realize. Unionville Vineyards (9 Rocktown Rd, Ringoes, NJ 08551) sits in Hunterdon County about 25 miles west of Franklin Township on Route 202 and produces award-winning estate wines with a full tasting room experience. Four JG's Orchards & Vineyards (107 Allerton Rd, Hillsborough, NJ 08844) is even closer — right in neighboring Hillsborough, with cider tastings and a lush outdoor setting along the Millstone River corridor.
A Franklin Township winery tour bus rental keeps your group on one vehicle across multiple stops — nobody has to volunteer as the non-drinker, nobody gets split into separate cars after the second winery, and the route can flex based on how long your group lingers at each stop. A 15- to 20-passenger party bus is the standard fit for most winery groups, running $250–$350 per hour on weekends. Fill out the quick form or call 640-274-5650 to check availability for your date.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Franklin Township Party Bus Rentals
How does this website work?
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Partybusprinceton.com is a quote-comparison website for group transportation in Franklin Township and across Central New Jersey. It is not a bus company and does not own or operate any vehicles. Instead, it gives you a fast, free way to see party bus, charter bus, minibus, and Sprinter van pricing from transportation companies serving your area — all in one place, without calling around.
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Fill out the quick online form with your trip details — date, group size, pickup and drop-off locations — and you will see available vehicle options with pricing in seconds. You can also call 640-274-5650 any time and a live person will pull up options for you on the spot. No account required, no obligation, and the quote is always free.
How much does a party bus cost in Franklin Township?
Planning ranges for Franklin Township party bus rentals: a 15-passenger party bus runs $200–$350/hr on weekdays and $250–$350/hr on weekends. A 25-passenger party bus runs $250–$350/hr on weekdays and $275–$375/hr on weekends. A 40-56 passenger charter bus runs $200–$350/hr on either day type.
A minibus runs $200–$250/hr on weekdays. Your actual rate depends on the date, hours needed, and specific vehicle — fill out the quick form or call 640-274-5650 and get a pricing estimate in about a minute.
Do I need to create an account to get a quote?
No. There is no account, no login, and no email signup required to see pricing. Fill out the quick form with your trip details and you will get vehicle options and rates immediately. If you prefer to talk it through, call 640-274-5650 any time — seven days a week, no hold music, no callback queue.
What is the best vehicle for a Franklin Township wedding shuttle?
For guest shuttles between a hotel block and a Somerset County venue, a 15-35 passenger minibus is typically the right fit — it handles the narrow two-lane roads leading to rural venues better than a full-size charter bus, and it can run multiple timed loops across the evening. For the wedding party on the ceremony day itself, a 14-passenger Sprinter limo is a popular choice. Call 640-274-5650 and describe your venue and headcount — the right vehicle becomes obvious quickly.
Can I rent a bus for a day trip from Franklin Township?
Yes — per-day rates are available for full-day group trips. A charter bus per-day rate typically runs $1,350–$2,850 depending on the vehicle; a minibus runs $1,100–$2,150 per day. Popular Franklin Township day-trip runs include Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson (about 40 miles south on I-195), New York City (about 50 miles northeast), Philadelphia (about 55 miles southwest on I-95), and the Jersey Shore.
One flat daily rate covers all of it, and nobody has to split a gas and tolls spreadsheet afterward.
How do I book transportation for a large group heading to a Rutgers game?
For SHI Stadium in Piscataway, a minibus works well for groups under 35 people — it can drop directly near the stadium gates on River Road and stage in a nearby lot. For larger groups, a charter bus is the smarter fit, with undercarriage bays for tailgate supplies and onboard restrooms so nobody is hunting for facilities before kickoff. Call 640-274-5650 and give your headcount and game date; availability for Rutgers home games — especially the Homecoming game in October — goes fast.
How far in advance should I book?
For most Franklin Township trips, booking four to eight weeks out gives you solid vehicle selection and competitive pricing. For high-demand dates — prom season (April–June), summer weekends, the October Rutgers Homecoming game, and any date that falls on a Somerset County venue's peak wedding season (May, June, September, October) — plan on three to six months ahead. Prom in particular: if you wait until spring, the vehicles you want are gone.
Book by December for the best outcome. Call 640-274-5650 or fill out the quick form to see what is still available on your date right now.
Popular Franklin Township Party Bus Destinations
Franklin Township's location puts it within a short drive of some of the most in-demand group destinations in Central Jersey — from Rutgers athletics and arena concerts to wine country, state parks, and Philadelphia. Here are six destinations Franklin Township groups visit most, and what you need to know about getting there by bus.

SHI Stadium
SHI Stadium (1 Scarlet Knight Way, Piscataway, NJ 08854) sits about 10 miles north of Franklin Township on River Road — close enough that it feels like a neighborhood game, but far enough that parking and post-game traffic are a real issue. The lots adjacent to Busch Campus fill by noon for rivalry games against Penn State and Michigan, with the closest fan lots running $20–$30 per vehicle. Groups who park remotely face a 15-plus minute walk to the stadium entrance.
A minibus drops your group directly at the main gate approach on Scarlet Knight Way and picks them up at the same spot after the final whistle. For Homecoming in October, book well in advance — that weekend pulls the entire Rutgers alumni network back to Piscataway simultaneously. Read the full group transportation breakdown on the Rutgers-area stadium transportation guide.

Prudential Center, Newark
Prudential Center (25 Lafayette St, Newark, NJ 07102) hosts New Jersey Devils games, major arena concerts, and boxing events roughly 35 miles northeast of Franklin Township via I-287 to the Turnpike. The arena's central location in downtown Newark means street parking is scarce and the closest garages — the Mulberry Street Garage and the Edison Parking structure on Lafayette — fill on sold-out nights. Post-event, rideshare demand spikes immediately and the pickup queue on Mulberry Street backs up around the block.
A Franklin Township charter bus drops your group steps from the arena entrance and has a confirmed pickup point arranged before the doors even open — no app refreshing at midnight in the cold. The Prudential Center group transportation guide covers the full staging and drop-off detail.

Six Flags Great Adventure, Jackson
Six Flags Great Adventure (1 Six Flags Blvd, Jackson, NJ 08527) is about 40 miles south of Franklin Township on I-195 — a straightforward highway run that turns into a crawl on summer Saturdays when half of Central Jersey has the same idea. Park-and-ride lots near the entrance charge $35 per vehicle on peak days, and the main lot on Six Flags Boulevard backs up significantly at park close. For family reunions, youth group outings, and summer birthday trips, a charter bus handles the round trip on one flat rate, with undercarriage storage for bags, coolers, and everything your group is hauling in.
The onboard restrooms on full-size charter buses are a specific advantage for the I-195 run — no roadside stops required each way. Fill out the quick form or call 640-274-5650 to get a day-rate quote for this run.

McCarter Theatre Center, Princeton
McCarter Theatre Center (91 University Pl, Princeton, NJ 08540) is one of the most respected regional theater venues on the East Coast — a Tony Award-winning house that draws group trips from across Somerset and Mercer counties for its main stage productions and chamber performances. Parking near McCarter on University Place is almost entirely on-street or in small Princeton Borough lots, with the nearest structured parking at the Princeton University Parking Garage on Elm Drive — a walk of several blocks. For evening performances, street spots fill before curtain on weekends.
A minibus drops your group at the theater entrance and stages nearby rather than circling downtown Princeton looking for spots. Read the full staging and logistics detail on the McCarter Theatre Center group transportation guide.

Sourland Mountain Preserve, Hillsborough / Montgomery
Sourland Mountain Preserve (East Mountain Road, Hillsborough, NJ 08844) is the largest contiguous forest in Central Jersey — nearly 4,000 acres of ridge trail running across Somerset, Hunterdon, and Mercer counties. The main Hillsborough trailhead parking area on East Mountain Road is a single unpaved lot with space for roughly 30 cars, which means it overflows completely on fall weekends when the ridge trail draws hikers from across the region. Group trips from Franklin Township — corporate team-building hikes, scout troops, nature education programs — regularly find the lot full and are forced to park along the road's shoulder and walk in.
A charter bus drops your group at the trailhead without taking up 8 parking spots, and there is no coordination required for the return leg. Call 640-274-5650 for group-size recommendations on this route.

Cure Insurance Arena, Trenton
Cure Insurance Arena (81 Hamilton Ave, Trenton, NJ 08611) sits about 20 miles south of Franklin Township on Route 1 — home to ECHL hockey and a regular concert schedule that fills the 8,000-seat house several nights a week. The arena's location in downtown Trenton means nearby parking is spread across several surface lots and the state-owned garages along Lafayette Street, with lot costs running $10–$20 per vehicle on event nights. The Route 1 corridor back toward Franklin Township after a weeknight game can add 20 minutes to the drive at the wrong time.
A Franklin Township charter bus to Cure Insurance Arena keeps the group together on the way down and handles the return trip on your timeline — no splitting into cars at midnight. The Cure Insurance Arena group transportation guide has full logistics on approach and staging.