Ames Prom Bus Rentals
Look no further than Busrentalames.com when you need prom transportation in Ames, Iowa! Whether your group is heading to a venue on Iowa State University's campus, gathering for dinner on South Duff Avenue before the dance, or making the trip down I-35 to Des Moines for a post-prom celebration, Busrentalames.com makes finding the right bus fast and easy. Fill out one quick form and compare party buses, minibuses, and charter buses from a network of transportation companies serving Ames and all of Story County — with instant online pricing in under 30 seconds.
No account required! Call 515-337-8030 or use the online quote tool now to lock in your prom night ride!
Share Your Trip Details Once and Compare Prom Transportation Options Side by Side
Use Busrentalames.com to skip the hassle of calling company after company and comparing quotes that never quite line up! Busrentalames.com is not a local bus company — it's a quote-comparison and referral website that brings together a large network of independently owned transportation companies serving Ames, Iowa, all in one place. You fill out one quick form, and you're instantly looking at different vehicles, packages, and pricing from a network of independent operators serving Story County and central Iowa. No account needed, no waiting on callbacks, and a live support team is always available at 515-337-8030 to help you put together exactly the right package for your prom night.
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Browse Party Buses, Minibuses, and Charter Buses for Prom Transportation
Bringing together a group of friends for prom night means you need the right bus — and through Busrentalames.com, you'll have plenty to choose from! A 15- to 25-passenger party bus is the most popular pick for Ames prom groups, loaded with color-changing LED lighting, a built-in bar setup, wraparound perimeter seating, flat-panel TVs, and a Bluetooth sound system so the celebration starts the second everyone climbs aboard. Need more room?
Larger 40- to 56-passenger charter buses work perfectly for bigger groups heading to a venue together. Smaller minibuses are a great fit for a more intimate group. Whatever your headcount, Busrentalames.com helps you compare available buses and find the perfect fit for your Ames prom night!
56 Passenger Charter Bus
35 Passenger Minibus
30 Passenger Minibus
28 Passenger Minibus
25 Passenger Minibus
20 Passenger Minibus
18 Passenger Minibus
15 Passenger Minibus
15-50 Passenger Party Buses
Sprinter Van with Driver
Sprinter Limo
School Bus
Vehicles shown above are NOT the exact makes and models available for every trip. We are NOT a transportation 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 515-337-8030 to view current vehicle options, photos, availability, and pricing. Confirm the exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
Party Buses Perfect for Ames High School Prom Night
Busrentalames.com makes it possible to send your Ames High School prom group off in style! Ames High School (1921 Ames High Dr, Ames, IA 50010) draws one of the largest prom crowds in Story County every spring, and a party bus keeps your whole friend group together from the first pickup to the last drop-off. Skip the scramble for parking near the venue and let the bus handle every leg — pre-prom photos at Reiman Gardens (1407 University Blvd, Ames, IA 50011), dinner on South Duff Avenue, the dance itself, and wherever the night takes you after.
Compare available party buses and minibuses for your Ames High prom date in seconds!
Pre-Prom Dinner Runs to Hickory Park and Downtown Ames
Hit your favorite Ames restaurants before the dance without anyone worrying about parking or a designated driver! A party bus or minibus makes the pre-prom dinner run to Hickory Park Restaurant (1404 S Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010) or a Main Street spot incredibly easy — your group piles in together, arrives as a group, and heads straight to the venue when dinner wraps up. South Duff Avenue and downtown Main Street can both get tight on a Friday or Saturday night in late April, and a bus sidesteps all of it.
In downtown Ames, a bus may temporarily stop to load or unload passengers, but it cannot park in a business district outside an officially designated bus stop or taxicab stand under the City of Ames bus-stop parking rules. Your bus makes Main Street a quick curbside stop, not a place to wait between photos and dinner. Through Busrentalames.com, you can compare available vehicles for your pre-prom itinerary and find the right bus for every stop on your evening!
Call 515-337-8030 to get started!
Pre-Prom Photo Stops on ISU's Campus and Around Ames
With Busrentalames.com, booking a bus that loops through Ames's most iconic photo spots before the dance is incredibly easy! Iowa State University's campus gives Ames prom groups some of the most stunning backdrops in central Iowa — Beardshear Hall (515 Morrill Rd, Ames, IA 50011), the Campanile (Knoll Rd, Ames, IA 50011), and the gardens at Reiman Gardens are all popular pre-prom stops. Ada Hayden Heritage Park (5205 Grand Ave, Ames, IA 50010) and Brookside Park (1325 6th St, Ames, IA 50010) are great outdoor options too.
Your bus handles every stop on the photo route, then delivers everyone to the venue right on time!
Des Moines Dinner and After-Prom Runs Down I-35
The best after-prom plans sometimes start with a 30-minute ride south on I-35! Des Moines is an easy run from Ames, and a charter bus or party bus makes the trip down to downtown Des Moines a celebration in itself. Whether your group is heading to dinner at Court Avenue Restaurant & Brewing (309 Court Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309) or catching an event at the Iowa Events Center (730 3rd St, Des Moines, IA 50309), Busrentalames.com helps you find a bus sized right for your group and your itinerary.
One flat ride, everyone together, and no one worrying about the drive back up I-35 at the end of the night. Compare available buses for your Ames-to-Des Moines prom run now!
For an after-prom event at the Iowa Events Center, the published bus parking cost is $52, the parking lots have entrances off 3rd Street and 5th Avenue, and overnight parking is not available. Your bus gets everyone to the event, then rolls out after the night instead of being left downtown until morning; the full details are on the Iowa Events Center directions and parking page.
Book Your Ames Prom Bus Early — Story County Dates Fill Fast!
It's never been easier to find prom transportation in Ames — but the calendar fills up faster than most families expect! Iowa high school proms across Story County run through the same narrow window every year: late April through mid-May. Ames High, Gilbert, Nevada, and Ballard all compete for the same pool of party buses and minibuses serving central Iowa during those weeks.
Operators book out months in advance, and waiting until March or April for an April or May prom date almost always means higher prices and limited availability. Booking by January or February gives you the widest selection and the best pricing. Fill out one quick form right now or call 515-337-8030 to lock in your Ames prom bus before your date is gone!
Prom Transportation in Ames and All the Surrounding Areas
Because Busrentalames.com pulls from a large network of transportation companies serving all of central Iowa, you're never limited to just what's available in Ames city limits! Whether your group is coming together from Gilbert, Nevada, Huxley, Story City, or anywhere else in Story County, your bus can pick everyone up along a custom route. Need transportation from a neighboring community for students at Gilbert High School (103 Mathews Dr, Gilbert, IA 50105) or Ballard High School (413 E Main St, Huxley, IA 50124)?
Done. Busrentalames.com makes it easy to find buses serving Ames and every nearby city — fill out one form and compare your options across the whole region!
How Much Does Prom Transportation in Ames Cost?
| 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 515-337-8030. | ||||
Frequently Asked Questions About Ames Prom Transportation Services
Busrentalames.com is a quote-comparison and referral website — not a local bus company. You fill out one quick form with your date, group size, and pickup details, and you're instantly taken to a results page showing available vehicles and pricing from a network of transportation companies serving Ames and central Iowa. No account needed, and a live team is always available at 515-337-8030 to help you find the right fit!
You fill out the online quote tool in under 30 seconds, and you'll land on a results page showing buses, photos, and pricing from a network of independently owned operators serving the Ames area through a national booking platform. From there, you can review your options side by side and book the bus that fits your group right online — all in just minutes, no account required!
Book as early as possible — ideally by January or February for an April or May prom date. Story County prom season is one of the busiest stretches of the year for party buses and minibuses across central Iowa. Ames High, Gilbert, Ballard, and Nevada proms all fall in the same narrow window, and available vehicles go fast.
Waiting until the last minute means higher prices and fewer options to choose from!
Most Ames prom friend groups fit comfortably on a 15- to 25-passenger party bus, which is the most popular choice for prom night in Story County. Smaller groups of 10 to 15 do great on a minibus. Larger coordinated groups from Ames High School heading to a venue together may want a 40- to 56-passenger charter bus.
Through Busrentalames.com, you can compare all available sizes and pick the one that matches your headcount!
Absolutely! Multi-stop prom itineraries are one of the most popular setups through the network. Your bus can loop through Ames picking up friend groups from different addresses, stop at Reiman Gardens or ISU's campus for pre-prom photos, swing by Hickory Park for dinner, and deliver everyone to the venue — all on one booking.
Just list your planned stops when you fill out the quote form or call 515-337-8030!
Yes! After-prom runs are a great use of a party bus or charter bus rental. Whether your group is staying in Ames or heading down I-35 to Des Moines for dinner or an event at the Iowa Events Center, the bus handles the whole itinerary.
A 30-mile run to Des Moines takes about 30 to 35 minutes, and having a bus for the return trip means nobody is figuring out a ride home at the end of the night.
Yes — ADA-accessible vehicles are available through the network. If your group needs a bus with a wheelchair lift, wider aisle space, or other accessibility features, just mention it when you fill out the quote form or call 515-337-8030. The support team will make sure your request is noted so you're matched with an operator that has the right vehicle available for your prom date!