40 Passenger Party Bus Rental
Getting 40 people across New Orleans — from a hotel block in the CBD to a reception hall in the Garden District, or from Mid-City to the Smoothie King Center for a Pelicans playoff game — is a genuine logistical challenge when everyone is in separate cars. Neworleanspartybuscompany.com makes it easy to skip that scramble entirely. Fill out one quick form and compare 40 passenger party buses and rates from a network of independently owned transportation companies serving New Orleans and the surrounding region — no account required, no waiting on callbacks, and pricing in about a minute. Rather than calling company after company and describing your trip over and over, you get options side by side so you can find what fits.
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More About The 40 Passenger Party Bus
A 40 passenger party bus is built for the size of group that's too big for a minibus and doesn't quite need a full motorcoach. At 40 seats, it handles a wedding guest shuttle loop between the Hotel Monteleone and a ceremony venue in the Marigny without leaving anyone behind, or moves a corporate group from a Warehouse District office to a team dinner in Metairie in one clean shot. The footprint is larger than a minibus but more maneuverable on narrow streets than a 56-passenger charter bus — a real advantage when the itinerary takes you into the French Quarter's tighter blocks or the residential corridors near Tulane and Loyola.
The interior is built for groups that want the party on the ride, not just at the destination.
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Common Amenities Available on 40 Passenger Party Bus Rentals
A 40 passenger party bus typically comes equipped with perimeter wraparound seating, a full-length onboard bar setup, color-changing LED lighting, a premium sound system with Bluetooth connectivity, flat-panel TVs, and a hardwood or tile dance floor in the center aisle. Tinted privacy windows keep the energy inside. Climate control keeps things comfortable whether you're rolling through a humid August night on Magazine Street or heading out to the Northshore in January.
Larger units in this class often include onboard restrooms and undercarriage storage — useful if your group is heading from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) directly to a hotel in the French Quarter without a baggage stop. Amenities vary by vehicle, so the quote form lets you filter for what your group actually needs. Call 504-389-4710 for specifics on any vehicle in the network!
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 504-389-4710 before booking.
How much does a 40 Passenger Party Bus cost in New Orleans?
A 40 passenger party bus rental in New Orleans runs roughly $300–$350 per hour on weekdays and $325–$500 per hour on weekends, with per-day rates ranging from approximately $2,300–$3,500 depending on the vehicle, the date, and how long you need it. Weekend pricing climbs during Mardi Gras (February–March), Jazz Fest (late April–early May), and Essence Festival (Fourth of July weekend) — those are the three windows where demand across the entire New Orleans market spikes hardest and availability tightens fastest. A Saturday night during Essence Fest booked two weeks out costs considerably more than the same vehicle booked four months ahead.
These ranges give you a planning baseline; the real number for your specific date and itinerary comes from the quote form or a quick call to 504-389-4710 — pricing is ready in under a minute. Check the New Orleans party bus prices page for a fuller breakdown by vehicle type.
| Type of Bus | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 Passenger Party Bus | $300 – $350 | $325 – $500 | $2,300 – $3,500 |
| 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 504-389-4710. | |||
40 Passenger Party Bus Rentals Near New Orleans
The network serving this site covers New Orleans and the full surrounding region — so a 40 passenger party bus is available whether your pickup is in Uptown, the Bywater, or out in Jefferson Parish. Need a bus originating in Metairie or Kenner near MSY? Done.
Heading west to Baton Rouge for an LSU game at Tiger Stadium, or east toward the Mississippi Gulf Coast through Gulfport? The network reaches there too. Groups coming in from Lafayette, Lake Charles, or Shreveport can find buses originating from those markets and routing into New Orleans for a festival weekend.
Whatever the trip looks like, fill out the form once and compare options across the region — or call 504-389-4710 right now!
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If the 40 Passenger Party Bus doesn't fit your group's size, luggage needs, itinerary, or preferred amenities, browse the other party bus, minibus, Sprinter van, and charter bus categories available through the booking platform.