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Charter Bus Rentals in Bradenton, Florida
With Bradentoncharterbuscompany.com, securing group transportation in Bradenton, Florida takes minutes, not hours. Fill out one quick form and instantly compare vehicles and prices from a large network of charter bus companies serving Manatee County and the surrounding area — from Spring Training shuttles to LECOM Park to beach runs out to Anna Maria Island. No account needed, and a free quote is always available online or by phone at 941-297-6490!
Instant Online Quotes for Bradenton Charter Bus Rentals
For anyone who has ever spent an afternoon calling bus company after bus company, waiting on callbacks, and trying to compare quotes that never quite line up — Bradentoncharterbuscompany.com was built for you. This is a quote-comparison and referral website, not a local bus company. That means you fill out one quick form, and you land on a results page showing different vehicles, pictures, and prices from a network of transportation companies serving Bradenton, Florida — all in seconds, all in one place.
Request the amenities you want — WiFi, onboard restrooms, LED lighting, a built-in bar — and compare pictures and prices side by side without picking up the phone. Buses are available statewide for both local trips around Manatee County and long-distance runs up to Tampa, over to Orlando, or anywhere else your group needs to go. No account is required, and a free quote is always available online or by calling 941-297-6490 any time!
Bradenton Charter Bus Rental Options
Cross any size group off your planning list! Through the network, you can find minibuses seating 15 to 35 passengers, party buses seating 15 to 50, full-size charter buses seating up to 56, sprinter vans for smaller groups, and school buses for field trips and team travel — all available to compare in one place for Bradenton and the surrounding area.
56 Passenger Charter Bus
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15-50 Passenger Party Buses
Sprinter Van with Driver
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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 941-297-6490 to view current vehicle options, photos, availability, and pricing. Confirm the exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
Modern Amenities on Every Bradenton Charter Bus Rental
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Amenities listed above are common features that MAY be available on 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 941-297-6490 before booking.
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Bradentoncharterbuscompany.com makes it incredibly easy to see bus rental pricing for Bradenton, Florida without making a single phone call. Enter your pickup location, travel date, and group size into the 30-second online quote tool and you'll land on a results page showing vehicles, photos, and prices from a network of transportation companies serving the area — no account required, no waiting on a callback.
Pricing depends on the bus type, the size of your group, the day of the week, how many stops are on your itinerary, and the time of year. Spring Training season at LECOM Park and snowbird season from November through April are the busiest stretches in Bradenton, and prices reflect that demand. The earlier you compare, the more options you'll have.
Use the online tool right now or call 941-297-6490 any time to get a free quote built around your exact trip!
| Type of Vehicle | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day | Cost Per Mile |
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| 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 941-297-6490. | ||||
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Wherever your group is headed — out to the beach at Anna Maria Island, up I-75 to Tampa for a concert, over to Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch for a tournament, or across the state for a multi-day trip — finding the right bus used to mean calling five different companies and hoping one of them called back. Bradentoncharterbuscompany.com replaces all of that with one quick form.
You share your trip details once. You land on a results page with vehicles, pictures, and prices from a large network of independently owned transportation companies serving Bradenton and Manatee County. You compare your options side by side and book the bus that fits your group, your plans, and your budget — all online, all in minutes.
And if you'd rather talk it through, a support team is available every day of the year at 941-297-6490 to walk you through your options and put together a custom package. Because Bradentoncharterbuscompany.com pulls from a large network of bus companies, you're never limited to whatever one fleet happens to have open on your date. That's the whole idea — more options, more flexibility, and a much easier way to find the right bus for your Bradenton trip!
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Finding group transportation in Bradenton just got so much easier. Whether you're planning an airport transfer, a Spring Training shuttle, a bachelorette night out, a school field trip, or a long-distance run to Orlando, Bradentoncharterbuscompany.com helps you compare buses for every occasion — all from one quick form, with instant online pricing and no account required.
Bradenton Airport Transportation
No matter which airport your group is flying into or out of, Bradentoncharterbuscompany.com helps you find the right bus for the transfer. Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) (6000 Airport Circle, Sarasota, FL 34243) is the closest option, about 8 miles south of downtown Bradenton via US-41, and charter bus pickup is curbside at the Level 1 Arrivals lane outside baggage claim — commercial vehicles use the designated commercial curb, separate from the rideshare zone. For larger groups flying into Tampa International Airport (TPA) (4100 George J. Bean Pkwy, Tampa, FL 33607), about 45 miles north via I-75, a full-size charter bus keeps everyone together for the ride back down to Bradenton instead of splitting the group across a caravan of rental cars.
Compare minibuses, sprinter vans, and charter buses for your airport run right online — or call 941-297-6490 to get a custom quote built around your flight times!
Bradenton Concert Transportation
Bradentoncharterbuscompany.com is ready to help your group get to the show without the parking headache. Whether you're heading to a performance at the Manatee Performing Arts Center (502 3rd Ave W, Bradenton, FL 34205), catching a touring act at Amalie Arena in Tampa, or heading south to a show at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall in Sarasota, one bus keeps your whole group together from the first pickup to the last drop-off — no surge pricing, no hunting for parking after the show, no splitting into rideshares at midnight.
Party buses are a popular pick for concert nights in Bradenton — they come with a built-in bar, color-changing LED lighting, a premium Bluetooth sound system, and wraparound perimeter seating so the celebration starts the moment everyone boards. Compare concert buses and prices from a network of transportation companies serving Bradenton right online, or call 941-297-6490 any time for a free quote!
Bradenton Corporate Event Transportation
Keeping your team on schedule across Manatee County — and the broader Tampa Bay corridor — is exactly what a corporate charter bus is built for. Whether you're shuttling employees between downtown Bradenton and a conference at a Sarasota hotel, moving a client group out to IMG Academy (5650 Bollettieri Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34210) for a corporate event, or coordinating transportation for a multi-day off-site, Bradentoncharterbuscompany.com makes finding the right bus fast and easy.
Minibuses with WiFi and power outlets keep your team productive on the road. Full-size charter buses handle larger groups with reclining seats, climate control, and undercarriage luggage storage. Compare available vehicles, amenities, and pricing from a network of transportation companies serving Bradenton right online — or call 941-297-6490 to put together a custom corporate package!
Bradenton Employee Transportation
Ready to compare employee shuttle options for your Bradenton-area business? Bradentoncharterbuscompany.com makes it easy to find recurring commuter shuttles, event-day employee transportation, and temporary shuttle service while a parking lot is under construction or during a major event. A dedicated employee shuttle from a Park & Ride near I-75 or from a Bradenton hotel block gets your team in together, turns dead commute time into a productive ride, and gives your company one predictable transportation cost instead of reimbursing individual parking and gas across dozens of employees.
Compare minibuses and charter buses from a network of transportation companies serving Manatee County — daily routes, weekly runs, or one-time event shuttles — all available to price and compare online. Call 941-297-6490 any time to set up a custom employee shuttle package!
Bradenton Government & Military Transportation
Need to move a government delegation, a military unit, or a large group of personnel across Manatee County or the broader Gulf Coast region? Bradentoncharterbuscompany.com helps you compare minibuses and full-size charter buses from a network of transportation companies serving Bradenton and the surrounding area — all in one place, with instant online pricing and no account required.
ADA-accessible vehicles are available through the network; just mention it when you submit your trip details. Whether you need a single bus for a one-day event or a fleet of vehicles for a multi-day operation, Bradentoncharterbuscompany.com makes comparing your options fast and straightforward. Fill out the online quote form or call 941-297-6490 any time to get a free quote built around your group size, dates, and route!
Bradenton Long-Distance Transportation
Every long-distance trip your group has planned is easier on a full-size charter bus. From Bradenton to Orlando for a theme park trip, up to Tampa for a concert or sporting event, across the state to Miami, or out of Florida entirely — a 56-passenger motorcoach gives your group reclining seats, climate control, WiFi, power outlets, onboard restrooms, and large undercarriage luggage bays so everyone arrives comfortable and ready to go.
Bradentoncharterbuscompany.com helps you compare long-distance charter buses from a network of transportation companies serving Bradenton and the entire state of Florida. One form, one results page, pricing in under a minute. No more calling five companies and waiting on callbacks.
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Bradenton Private Event Transportation
Bradentoncharterbuscompany.com is how Bradenton groups take the transportation stress out of their next private event. Family reunions, milestone birthday parties, anniversary dinners, quinceañeras, retirement celebrations — whatever brings your group together, a private bus rental keeps everyone on the same itinerary without anyone worrying about parking, directions, or how they're getting home at the end of the night.
A party bus with LED lighting, a built-in bar, and a Bluetooth sound system turns the ride itself into part of the event. A minibus or charter bus is a clean, comfortable option when the occasion calls for something more understated. Compare vehicles, photos, and prices from a network of transportation companies serving Manatee County right online — or call 941-297-6490 to put together a custom package for your event!
Bradenton Prom Transportation
Give your group the prom night send-off they deserve — not a parking lot scramble. A party bus rental for prom in Bradenton keeps the whole friend group together from the first pickup through the last drop-off, with amenities like color-changing LED lighting, a premium sound system, flat-panel TVs, and wraparound seating that make the ride every bit as memorable as the dance itself.
Prom season across Manatee County — Manatee High, Braden River High, Southeast High, Lakewood Ranch High — runs April through May, and it is one of the busiest stretches of the year for party buses in the Bradenton area. Book early! Compare available party buses and prices from a network of transportation companies serving Bradenton right online, or call 941-297-6490 to lock in your date before the calendar fills!
Bradenton Religious Group Transportation
Bradentoncharterbuscompany.com makes finding transportation for your congregation or religious group in Bradenton simple. Whether you're organizing weekly service shuttles, a weekend retreat to a campground or conference center, a youth group trip to a regional event, or transportation to a multi-day pilgrimage, Bradentoncharterbuscompany.com helps you compare minibuses and full-size charter buses from a network of transportation companies serving Manatee County — all in one place.
ADA-accessible vehicles are available through the network; just mention your accessibility needs when you submit your trip details. Compare vehicle sizes, amenities, and pricing online in under a minute — or call 941-297-6490 any time to get a free quote and put together a custom package for your group!
Bradenton School Event Transportation
With Bradentoncharterbuscompany.com, planning school field trip transportation in Bradenton is one less thing on your list. Instead of coordinating a long line of parent carpools or cramming students into outdated yellow buses, compare modern charter buses and minibuses from a network of transportation companies serving Manatee County — all sized to your student and chaperone headcount, all with overhead storage for backpacks and lunches.
Take your class to the Bishop Museum of Science and Nature (201 10th St W, Bradenton, FL 34205) for a hands-on science and natural history experience, or plan a cultural trip to the Village of the Arts for a walking tour of Bradenton's working studio district. ADA-accessible buses are available through the network — just mention it when you request your quote. Fill out the online form or call 941-297-6490 to compare field trip buses in seconds!
Bradenton Sporting Event Transportation
Whether your team is traveling to a tournament at Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch (5895 Post Blvd, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211) or your fan group is heading to LECOM Park for a Pittsburgh Pirates Spring Training game, Bradentoncharterbuscompany.com makes finding the right bus fast and easy. Full-size charter buses provide plenty of undercarriage storage for equipment bags, uniforms, and gear, while minibuses are a nimble option for smaller squads making shorter runs around Manatee County.
Spring Training at LECOM Park (1611 9th St W, Bradenton, FL 34205) runs February through March and is one of the highest-demand periods for charter buses in the Bradenton area — book early for those dates. Compare sports team and sporting event buses from a network of transportation companies serving Bradenton right online, or call 941-297-6490 any time for a free quote!
Bradenton Wedding Transportation
What makes wedding transportation in Bradenton work is having every guest on the same itinerary — no one hunting for parking, no one arriving late, no one stranded at the venue at the end of the night. A wedding shuttle bus handles hotel pickups, the ceremony, the reception, and every return run in between, so you can focus on the day instead of the logistics.
Request white, black, or silver buses to match your wedding colors. Compare minibuses for intimate bridal party transportation and full-size charter buses when the whole guest list is coming along. Bradentoncharterbuscompany.com helps you find wedding buses from a network of transportation companies serving Bradenton and Manatee County — all in one place, with instant online pricing. Call 941-297-6490 or use the online quote tool to start comparing your options today!
Bradenton Wine Tour & Brewery Transportation
Hit every stop on your Bradenton-area brewery or winery itinerary without anyone worrying about who's driving home. A private bus keeps your whole group together from the first tasting to the last pour, with no parking scramble at every stop and no splitting into rideshares between destinations. Explore local craft options like Motorworks Brewing (1014 9th St W, Bradenton, FL 34205) or make a day of it with a run south to the Sarasota wine and brewery scene or north to the Tampa Bay craft beer corridor along Nebraska Avenue.
Party buses with a built-in bar and Bluetooth sound are a popular pick for brewery crawls. Minibuses are a great call when the group is smaller and the itinerary is more relaxed. Compare wine tour and brewery buses from a network of transportation companies serving Bradenton right online, or call 941-297-6490 to put together a custom crawl package!
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Charter Bus Rentals in Bradenton and All Across Florida
Bradentoncharterbuscompany.com makes it easy to find bus rentals in Bradenton and every nearby city across the Gulf Coast region. Whether you need transportation from Sarasota, Tampa, St. Petersburg, Lakewood Ranch, Palmetto, or anywhere else in Manatee and Sarasota counties, the network has buses ready to go. Fill out one form and compare vehicles and prices from transportation companies serving the entire area!
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Bradentoncharterbuscompany.com is an advertising and quote-comparison website. It is not a bus company, not a local operator, and not a motor carrier. Bradentoncharterbuscompany.com makes it easy for anyone who needs group transportation to fill out one quick form and compare vehicles, amenities, and prices from a large network of independently owned transportation companies serving Bradenton, Florida — all in one place, with no account required. Transportation is provided by independent operators, and booking is completed through a national booking platform.
Bus drop-off at LECOM Park is curbside on 9th Street W near the main entrance. There is no dedicated charter bus parking lot on-site, so buses typically stage on nearby surface streets, including along 17th Avenue W, while your group is inside. Spring Training runs February through March and is the single busiest period for charter bus demand in Bradenton — book at least three to six months in advance for those dates.
Confirm current event-day access with the stadium before your visit, as assignments can vary by game.
Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) is the closest airport, about 8 miles south of downtown Bradenton via US-41. Charter bus pickup is curbside at Level 1 Arrivals, outside baggage claim, in the designated commercial vehicle lane — separate from the rideshare zone. Have your whole group together with all luggage before calling the bus forward, since commercial vehicles cannot idle indefinitely at the curb.
For larger groups flying into Tampa International Airport (TPA), about 45 miles north via I-75, the same rule applies: gather everyone at baggage claim first, then signal for pickup.
The two busiest stretches are Spring Training season (February–March) at LECOM Park and snowbird season (November–April), when the Bradenton-Sarasota area sees its highest overall population and event volume. Prom season in April and May across Manatee County school districts is a third high-demand window. Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch hosts major youth tournaments year-round, with peak travel in October through April and again in June and July.
Book three to six months out for any of these windows — waiting until the last minute means fewer vehicle options and higher prices.
Anna Maria Island is accessed via the Manatee Avenue (SR-64) bridge from Bradenton, but the island's roads are narrow and parking is extremely limited. Full-size charter buses and large motorcoaches are not well-suited for on-island navigation. The practical approach for most groups is to have the bus drop off at a public beach access point near the bridge on the Bradenton side and stage on the mainland while your group enjoys the island.
A smaller minibus or sprinter van handles the island's roads more easily than a 56-passenger coach. Mention your Anna Maria destination when you request your quote and quote-request help can match you with the right vehicle size.
Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch is one of the largest multi-sport complexes in the Southeast, with 23 FIFA-regulation multipurpose fields across a 140-acre campus. It hosts major youth and amateur tournaments year-round. Bus drop-off is at the main entrance on Post Blvd, and large event parking areas accommodate oversized vehicles in designated zones.
For tournament weekends, arrive early — the complex draws significant vehicle traffic on peak event days. A charter bus keeps your whole team together and eliminates the multi-car caravan across SR-70 and I-75.
Absolutely. Long-distance day trips and overnight charters are available through the network. Tampa is about 45 miles north of Bradenton via I-75 — roughly an hour each way in normal traffic, longer during morning and afternoon peak hours on I-75 and I-275.
Orlando is approximately 100 miles northeast via I-75 and I-4, typically a 90-minute to two-hour drive. Full-size charter buses with reclining seats, WiFi, power outlets, onboard restrooms, and large luggage bays make both trips comfortable for the whole group. Enter your destination and travel date in the online quote tool to see available vehicles and pricing for your route.
For most Bradenton trips, booking three to six months in advance gives you the best vehicle selection and the most competitive pricing. For Spring Training at LECOM Park (February–March), prom season (April–May), and peak snowbird season, booking six months or more in advance is strongly recommended — those windows fill fast across the entire Bradenton-Sarasota market. For everyday trips outside peak periods, two to four weeks of lead time is workable, but the earlier you compare, the more options you'll have.
Call 941-297-6490 right now to lock in your date!
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Travel to Popular Bradenton Destinations by Charter Bus
Bradentoncharterbuscompany.com helps you get your group to the best destinations in and around Bradenton without the parking headache. From Spring Training at LECOM Park to the waterfront at Riverwalk, from the Bishop Museum to the boutiques at Ellenton Premium Outlets, compare buses from a network of transportation companies serving Manatee County and find the right vehicle for your next group outing!
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LECOM Park
LECOM Park is home to Pittsburgh Pirates Spring Training and the Bradenton Marauders, the Pirates' Low-A affiliate. The stadium holds approximately 8,500 fans and draws large crowds from February through March for Spring Training and April through September for the Marauders season. Bus drop-off is curbside on 9th Street W near the main entrance; there is no dedicated charter bus parking lot on-site, so buses stage on nearby streets including 17th Avenue W. Parking is limited on game days, and Spring Training dates are the highest-demand period for charter buses in Bradenton — book early.
Confirm current event-day access on the LECOM Park directions page before your visit. Phone: (941) 747-3031
Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch
Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch is one of the largest multi-sport complexes in the southeastern United States, with 23 FIFA-regulation multipurpose fields spread across a 140-acre campus east of Bradenton. It hosts major youth and amateur tournaments year-round, drawing teams and families from across the country. Bus drop-off is at the main entrance on Post Blvd, with large event parking areas that accommodate oversized vehicles in designated zones.
Tournament weekends see high vehicle traffic, so plan your arrival window accordingly. A charter bus keeps the whole team together on the drive out SR-70 from Bradenton instead of splitting into a multi-car caravan. Phone: (941) 757-1582
Bishop Museum of Science and Nature
Bishop Museum of Science and Nature is Florida's largest natural and cultural history museum on the Gulf Coast, housing the Parker Manatee Aquarium and the Bishop Planetarium under one roof. The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday 10am–5pm and Sunday noon–5pm. Bus drop-off is curbside on 10th Street W; there is no dedicated charter bus parking lot, so coordinate your arrival and staging plan with the museum's group sales team for large school or tour groups.
The museum is a top destination for Manatee County school field trips and adult group tours alike. Check the Bishop Museum visit page for current admission pricing and group tour information. Phone: (941) 746-4131
IMG Academy
IMG Academy is the world's largest multi-sport training and education complex, hosting elite athletes, national and international tournaments, and corporate events year-round on a sprawling campus in west Bradenton. The campus includes facilities for football, soccer, tennis, golf, baseball, basketball, lacrosse, and more. Bus access is via the main entrance off Bollettieri Blvd, with designated drop-off areas at individual facilities throughout the campus.
IMG generates significant corporate group and sports team bus demand throughout the year. For large events and tournaments, confirm your specific drop-off point with IMG's event coordination team ahead of your visit. Phone: (866) 300-4561
Riverwalk Bradenton
Riverwalk Bradenton (along the Manatee River, accessible from Old Main Street, Bradenton, FL 34205) is a 1.5-mile waterfront park along the Manatee River featuring green space, a splash pad, playgrounds, event pavilions, and sweeping views of the river. It's the site of the Bradenton Blues Festival and other community events throughout the year, and a popular destination for group outings, family reunions, and private events. Bus drop-off is at the Old Main Street and Riverside Drive intersection; there is no dedicated bus parking lot, so buses stage on Old Main Street while your group enjoys the waterfront.
The area is walkable and close to downtown Bradenton dining and shopping.
Ellenton Premium Outlets
Ellenton Premium Outlets (5461 Factory Shops Blvd, Ellenton, FL 34222) is a 130-plus-store outdoor outlet center located about 10 miles north of downtown Bradenton, just off I-75 at Exit 224. It's one of the most popular group shopping destinations on Florida's Gulf Coast, drawing visitors from across Manatee and Sarasota counties as well as day-trippers from Tampa. The outlet center has a designated motorcoach drop-off in the north parking lot near the main entrance — one of the few Bradenton-area destinations with dedicated charter bus infrastructure.
A minibus or charter bus makes a group shopping day here easy, with everyone dropped at the door and picked up when the bags are full. Check the Ellenton Premium Outlets visitor information page for current hours and store listings.