There are many good reasons to hire a coach. A coach or minibus is the perfect way to travel with a large group of people, whether you are taking a day trip or travelling to a wedding, and can often be more comfortable than smaller vehicles. Coaches are also more convenient and cost-effective for large parties so you can save money and have a much more enjoyable experience.
You can hire a coach near you at Yell.com. Before giving you a quote, most coach hire companies will want to know the details of your journey, including when, where to and from you are travelling and how many people to gauge how big the coach will need to be.
The amount it costs to hire a coach will depend on a number of factors, such as the type of coach, the time of year and the length of your journey. Generally, a smaller coach will cost from £20 to £60 an hour, or £175 to £600 a day, depending on the type of coach you need. A larger coach will cost a little more with prices usually from £50 to £110 an hour, or £300 to £1,000 for the day.
There are many factors you should consider when deciding which coach hire company you should use. Each company will have something different to offer so think about the type and size of coach you want to hire. You should also choose a company that has recent positive reviews so you feel confident they are reliable.
The amount it costs to hire a coach for a wedding is usually similar to the price for general coach hire. However, the price may be increased by factors such as extended hire time, a high number of pick-up or drop-off points and additional decoration. Choosing a vintage vehicle or a specialist coach for your big day may also raise the price.
There is no VAT to pay when you hire a coach. VAT is only applied to vehicle hire for vehicles with under 10 seats.
There are many different sizes of coach for hire around the UK. Each company will supply its own range of coaches, with sizes usually starting at 10 seats. The largest coaches will often take up to 75 people.
You can hire a coach for as long as you wish. If you only want to hire a coach for a short period you may be charged based on an hourly rate. However, if you want to hire a coach for a full day or multiple days, most companies will charge you based on a day rate. It is also possible to hire a coach for extended periods, such as for weekend trips or a week-long tour.
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