56 Passenger Charter Bus
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Charter Bus Rentals in Kent
You deserve group transportation that's easy to find, easy to compare, and ready to go when you are! Whether you're heading north to a Seahawks game at Lumen Field, organizing a field trip to Wild Waves, or planning a bachelorette night through downtown Seattle, Rentoncharterbuscompany.com puts buses, prices, and options from a large network of transportation companies right at your fingertips — in under 30 seconds. Call 425-663-3450 or use the online quote tool now!
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Fill out one quick form and you'll instantly compare vehicles, amenities, and prices from a large network of independently owned transportation companies serving Kent — no account required, and a free quote is always available online or by phone at 425-663-3450. Rentoncharterbuscompany.com is not a bus company. It's a quote-comparison and referral website built to make finding group transportation so, so much easier than calling five companies and waiting on callbacks.
Request the amenities you want — WiFi, onboard restrooms, LED lighting, a built-in bar — and compare pictures and prices side by side in seconds. You'll see what's available for your exact date, your exact headcount, and your exact route, whether that's a quick hop from Kent Station to Seattle or a long-distance run to Portland. Buses are available statewide for local and long-distance trips alike.
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Kent Charter Bus Rental Options
View instant online quotes on minibuses, party buses, charter buses, sprinter vans, and school buses from a large network of transportation companies serving Kent and all of King County! Whatever your group size or trip type, there's a bus in the network that fits. Compare them all in one place and find exactly what you need!
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
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Relax With Modern Kent Charter Bus Amenities
Reclining Seats
Onboard Restroom
Individual Climate Control
Onboard Wi-Fi
Power Outlets
Overhead Storage
Under-Bus Luggage Storage
TV Monitors
PA System
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 425-663-3450 before booking.
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Compare Kent Charter Bus Prices From Several Companies at Once
With so many variables shaping what a bus costs — group size, the day of the week, how far you're going, and which amenities you want — the fastest way to see numbers is to fill out the quote form right here. You'll land on a results page showing vehicles and pricing from a network of transportation companies serving Kent in under 30 seconds, no account needed.
Weekday trips typically cost less than weekend bookings, and a 15-passenger minibus runs at a different price point than a 56-passenger motorcoach. Peak dates like Seahawks home games at Lumen Field, Mariners games at T-Mobile Park, and prom season across Kent School District push prices up and availability down — book early and you'll see better pricing and more options. Call 425-663-3450 any time for a personalized quote, or use the 30-second online tool right now!
| 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 425-663-3450. | ||||
Find and Compare Options From Providers Serving Kent
See Which Kent Charter Bus Company Has What You Need
Waiting on callbacks from five different bus companies is a thing of the past! Rentoncharterbuscompany.com brings together a large network of transportation companies so you can compare more options and more packages than any one company offers — all in one place, all at once, all in under a minute.
You fill out one form with your trip details: your pickup location in Kent, your date, your headcount, and where you're headed. From there, you land on a results page showing available vehicles, photos, and pricing from a large network of independently owned transportation companies serving the area. You can browse, compare, and book the bus you want right online — no account required, No waiting for callbacks to get pricing, no runaround.
And if you'd rather talk it through, a live team is available every day of the year at 425-663-3450 to build a custom package around your exact itinerary. Whether you need a one-way airport transfer to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), a round-trip shuttle to a concert at Climate Pledge Arena, or a multi-day charter across the state, Rentoncharterbuscompany.com makes finding the right bus the easy part. You choose the bus.
You set the schedule. You enjoy the ride!
Bus Rentals Available For Any Event
Book Kent Charter Bus Services for Any Size Group
Call 425-663-3450 or use the online quote tool to find and book group transportation for any occasion across Kent, King County, and all of Washington State! From airport transfers and sporting event shuttles to weddings, field trips, and brewery tours, there's a bus in the network ready for whatever brings your group together. Here's a look at what you can find and book right here!
Kent Group Airport Transportation
Planning a group trip through Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) (17801 International Blvd, SeaTac, WA 98158)? SEA is roughly 12 miles northwest of downtown Kent — about 20 to 35 minutes off-peak, and 45 to 60 minutes or more during the morning and afternoon rush on SR-167 and I-5. Instead of splitting your group across multiple cars and fighting for parking, one Kent airport shuttle bus keeps everyone together from pickup to terminal drop-off.
At SEA, pre-arranged charter buses use the designated commercial vehicle loading area on the Arrivals level outer roadway. Tell your group: do not walk to the rideshare pickup area — it's a completely different curb, and it's the most common way a group ends up scattered. Get everyone together with luggage in hand FIRST, then call the bus forward. Rentoncharterbuscompany.com makes it easy to compare airport shuttle buses sized to your exact headcount, with amenities like onboard WiFi and overhead storage to make the ride to or from SEA comfortable.
Call 425-663-3450 to get your airport transportation sorted today!
Kent Concert Transportation for Every Kind of Show
Let the night be about the music, not the parking! Whether your group is heading to ShoWare Center (625 W James St, Kent, WA 98032) for a Seattle Thunderbirds game or a touring act, or making the run up I-5 to Climate Pledge Arena (334 1st Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109) for a major concert, a Kent concert bus rental keeps your whole group together from the first pickup through the final encore.
At Seattle Center, charter buses have designated loading zones and a marked bus parking area — your bus drops the group steps from the arena entrance and stages on campus while you're inside, per the Seattle Center getting here and bus zone guide. On event nights at ShoWare Center, street parking on W James St fills fast — one bus beats hunting for spots across multiple cars each time. And if you want the celebration to start before you arrive, a 15- to 50-passenger party bus comes loaded with LED lighting, a built-in bar, and Bluetooth sound.
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Easy Corporate Transportation with a Kent Charter Bus
Rentoncharterbuscompany.com makes it easy to check corporate transportation off your list! Whether you're shuttling a team from Kent to a client meeting in Bellevue, moving conference attendees between hotels and the convention center in Seattle, or setting up a recurring employee route along SR-167, Rentoncharterbuscompany.com helps you find and compare buses sized to your group and built around your schedule.
SR-167 and I-5 are notorious for afternoon gridlock through the Green River Valley — one charter bus means your team arrives together, on time, without everyone fighting the commute in separate cars. Compare minibuses with onboard WiFi and power outlets for productive rides, or full-size motorcoaches with reclining seats for longer runs to Tacoma or Seattle. You can book by the hour, by the day, or by the mile depending on your event's specific needs. Rentoncharterbuscompany.com brings together a large network of bus companies so you can compare more options and more packages than any one company offers.
Call 425-663-3450 to get your corporate transportation sorted fast!
Plan Employee Commutes with Efficient Shuttle Services
Give your team a commute worth showing up for! An employee shuttle bus from Rentoncharterbuscompany.com takes the daily grind off SR-167 and I-5 and turns it into a comfortable, productive ride — whether you're running a route from Kent Station to a Renton campus, shuttling warehouse staff between facilities in the Green River Valley, or moving employees from a Park & Ride to your Kent headquarters.
Instead of reimbursing parking for dozens of cars or watching your team trickle in late because of SR-167 congestion at the I-405 interchange, one dedicated Kent employee shuttle bus keeps everyone on the same schedule. Buses with WiFi, USB charging, and reclining seats turn the ride into time your team actually appreciates. Rentoncharterbuscompany.com helps you compare available routes, vehicle sizes, and pricing from a network of transportation companies serving Kent — daily, weekly, or temporary while your lot is closed. Call 425-663-3450 to set up your employee shuttle today!
Keep Your Official Travel on Schedule in Kent
Ready to move a team for training, personnel transfers, or a multi-day government event? Rentoncharterbuscompany.com helps you compare minibuses and full-size charter buses for government agencies, military units, and public-sector organizations across King County and beyond. Whether you need ADA-accessible vehicles, a single vehicle for a day trip, or a coordinated fleet for a multi-site event, Rentoncharterbuscompany.com connects you to a large network of transportation companies so you can find exactly what fits your mission.
Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) is roughly 30 miles south of Kent via I-5 — a route that sees heavy congestion during morning and afternoon peak hours. One charter bus keeps your personnel together and on schedule without the coordination headache of a vehicle convoy. ADA-accessible buses are available through the network; just mention your requirements when you request your quote.
Call 425-663-3450 any time to get a custom package built around your specific needs!
Private Long-Distance Charter Bus Rentals in Kent
Let Rentoncharterbuscompany.com handle the miles so your group can enjoy the ride! Whether you're organizing a charter from Kent to Portland, a multi-day run to Spokane, or a trip across the Cascades to Eastern Washington, a full-size motorcoach gives your group reclining seats, onboard restrooms, WiFi, power outlets, and undercarriage luggage bays for everything you're bringing along.
Long-distance trips from Kent most often run I-5 south toward Tacoma and Portland, or I-90 east through the Cascades toward Yakima and Spokane. Both corridors see heavy truck traffic and weather-related delays in winter months — one bus with a set itinerary beats coordinating a caravan of cars across mountain passes each time. Rentoncharterbuscompany.com brings together a large network of transportation companies so you can compare more options and more packages than any one company offers, including one-way charters, round-trips, and multi-day packages. Call 425-663-3450 or use the online quote tool to see what's available for your route!
Charter Bus Transportation for Private Events Throughout Kent
You don't have to worry about how everyone's getting there and back when you book a private event bus rental in Kent! Family reunions at Lake Meridian Park (14800 SE 272nd St, Kent, WA 98042), group outings to Emerald Downs (2300 Emerald Downs Dr, Auburn, WA 98001) for a day at the races, birthday celebrations, anniversary dinners in Seattle — whatever brings your people together, one bus keeps everyone on the same plan.
Instead of splitting into a five-car caravan and paying to park at every stop, compare minibuses, party buses, and charter buses from a network of transportation companies serving Kent and the entire South King County area. You set the itinerary and the stops. Rentoncharterbuscompany.com helps you find the bus that fits. And if you want the party to start on the ride over, a 15- to 50-passenger party bus with LED lighting and a built-in bar is right there in the network to compare.
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Prom Charter Bus Rentals in Kent
With four major high schools in the Kent School District — Kent-Meridian, Kentwood, Kentlake, and Kentridge — all scheduling prom within the same three to four weeks every April and May, buses in the Kent area book up FAST. Waiting until March means higher prices and slim pickings. Book four to six months out and you'll have the best selection, the best pricing, and the exact vehicle your group wants.
Rentoncharterbuscompany.com makes it easy to compare party buses, minibuses, and charter buses for prom night across Kent and South King County. Choose from available colors, sizes, and amenities — LED lighting, Bluetooth sound, flat-panel TVs, a built-in bar for the after-party group — and find a bus that fits your group's headcount and your budget. No account needed, and a live team is available at 425-663-3450 any day of the year to help you lock in your date.
Don't wait — book early and check prom transportation off the list!
Charter Bus Rentals for Kent Church Events
Rentoncharterbuscompany.com is how congregations, youth groups, and faith communities across Kent get everyone to retreats, services, and multi-day conferences without the coordination headache of organizing a dozen volunteer drivers. Whether you need a 15-passenger minibus for a weekly Sunday route or a 56-passenger motorcoach for a regional retreat, Rentoncharterbuscompany.com helps you compare vehicles, amenities, and pricing from a large network of transportation companies serving Kent and all of King County.
ADA-accessible buses are available through the network — just mention what you need when you request your quote. Multi-day packages are available for weekend retreats and conference travel, and you can book one bus or several depending on your headcount. Rentoncharterbuscompany.com brings together more options and more packages than any one company offers, so you find exactly what fits your group and your schedule. Call 425-663-3450 or use the online quote tool to compare options right now!
Stress-Free School Field Trip Charter Bus Rentals in Kent
Every student deserves a field trip that runs on time and keeps the whole class together! Rentoncharterbuscompany.com makes it easy to compare school buses, minibuses, and charter buses for field trips across Kent and King County. Heading to Wild Waves Theme & Water Park (36201 Enchanted Pkwy S, Federal Way, WA 98003), just 8 miles south of Kent? Wild Waves has a designated bus parking area in the main lot — your bus drops the class at the entrance and stages until pickup.
Planning a trip to the Museum of Flight (9404 E Marginal Way S, Seattle, WA 98108), about 20 miles north? Large surface parking accommodates buses off E Marginal Way S; call 425-663-3450 ahead for group visit coordination.
Rentoncharterbuscompany.com helps you match the bus to your exact student-and-chaperone headcount, with overhead storage for backpacks and luggage bays for gear. ADA-accessible vehicles are available through the network. Call 425-663-3450 to get your field trip transportation sorted!
Youth Sports Team and Fan Group Bus Rentals in Kent
Finding group transportation to Seattle's sports venues from Kent doesn't have to mean a traffic nightmare! Whether your fan group is heading to a Seahawks game at Lumen Field (800 Occidental Ave S, Seattle, WA 98134), a Mariners game at T-Mobile Park (1250 1st Ave S, Seattle, WA 98134), or a Kraken game at Climate Pledge Arena, one Kent sporting event bus rental keeps the whole group together — and the pregame energy building on the ride up instead of stuck in traffic on I-5.
At Lumen Field, oversized vehicle parking is not provided on-site, so the bus drops your group nearby and stages off-site, per the Lumen Field parking and transportation page. At T-Mobile Park, charter bus parking must be arranged by calling ahead, per the T-Mobile Park alternate transportation guide. Closer to home, Emerald Downs is just 5 miles south of Kent — buses stage in the outer lot for a day at the races.
Call 425-663-3450 to get your group to the game!
Keep Your Wedding Party and Guests Together with a Kent Charter Bus
From the rehearsal dinner to the last hotel return, a Kent wedding bus rental keeps every guest on the same itinerary — no one circling for parking, no one missing the shuttle, no one showing up late to the ceremony. Rentoncharterbuscompany.com helps you find minibuses, charter buses, and party buses for every leg of your wedding weekend, whether you're hosting locally in Kent or heading to a venue in Seattle, Bellevue, or the Cascade foothills.
You can request available white, black, or silver vehicles to match your wedding colors, and compare buses sized for everything from a small bridal party transfer to a full guest shuttle fleet. ADA-accessible vehicles are available through the network — just mention it when you request your quote. Rentoncharterbuscompany.com brings together a large network of transportation companies so you can compare more options than any one company offers. Lock in your date early — June wedding season in King County books fast.
Call 425-663-3450 or use the 30-second online tool to get started!
Spacious Charter Bus Rentals for Kent Winery Tours
Get a bus, set the stops, and let the tasting begin! Kent and the surrounding South King County area put you within easy reach of some of Washington's best craft breweries and wine stops — and Rentoncharterbuscompany.com makes it easy to find a bus for the whole tour. Start local at Hops & Drops (212 Railroad Ave N, Kent, WA 98032) in historic downtown Kent, then head north to Georgetown Brewing Company (5200 Denver Ave S, Seattle, WA 98108), one of Washington's largest craft breweries, for a flight and a tour.
Or head east toward the Cascade foothills and the Enumclaw wine corridor, or south toward the Pierce County taproom scene. Wherever your itinerary takes you, one Kent brewery and wine tour bus rental keeps the whole group together, eliminates the designated driver question entirely, and lets everyone enjoy every stop. You set the route.
You set the timing. Compare minibuses and party buses from a network of transportation companies serving Kent right now — call 425-663-3450 or use the online tool to get instant pricing!
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Charter Buses & Group Transportation in Kent & Beyond
Get online pricing for bus rentals in Kent and every nearby city across King and Pierce County! Whether you need a charter bus in Auburn, a Renton bus rental, a Federal Way charter bus, or transportation anywhere across South King County, Rentoncharterbuscompany.com helps you find and compare options from a large network of transportation companies — all in one place, all in seconds!
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kent Charter Bus Rentals
Rentoncharterbuscompany.com helps you compare buses rental options; it is not a transportation company and does not rent, own, or operate vehicles. When you submit the quote form, your trip details go through a booking company so you can review pricing and available vehicles for your date. You compare the options and book through the process shown with your quote.
Rentoncharterbuscompany.com is a quote-comparison and referral website that makes it easy to find, compare, and book charter bus rentals in Kent, Washington. Rentoncharterbuscompany.com is not a bus company and does not own any vehicles — it's a website that connects you to a large network of independently owned transportation companies serving Kent and the surrounding area, so you can compare buses, amenities, and pricing in one place instead of calling company after company. No account is required, and a free quote is always available online or by phone at 425-663-3450.
At Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), pre-arranged charter buses use the designated commercial vehicle loading area on the Arrivals level outer roadway. Do not send your group to the rideshare pickup area — that's a different curb entirely, and it's the most common reason groups end up waiting in the wrong place. Get everyone together with all luggage in hand before calling the bus forward.
SEA is roughly 12 miles from downtown Kent — about 20 to 35 minutes off-peak, and 45 to 60 minutes or more during morning and afternoon rush. Check current ground transportation guidance on the Port of Seattle ground transportation page before your trip.
For Lumen Field, oversized vehicle parking is not provided on-site, per the Lumen Field parking and transportation page, so the bus drops your group and stages nearby. For T-Mobile Park, charter bus parking must be arranged in advance by calling ahead, per the T-Mobile Park alternate transportation guide. From Kent, both venues are roughly 25 miles north via I-5 — plan for I-5 congestion on game days and build extra time into your departure.
Traffic between Kent and Seattle is genuinely tough. SR-167 backs up at the I-405 interchange in Renton and again merging onto I-5, and the Seattle metro consistently ranks among the worst in the nation for congestion. Morning rush runs 7 to 9 a.m. and afternoon rush runs 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. — both directions.
A charter bus doesn't make the traffic disappear, but it does mean your whole group is together in one comfortable vehicle instead of scattered across a five-car caravan, everyone watching the same gridlock from a reclining seat with WiFi instead of white-knuckling the steering wheel. One bus, one pickup, one flat price — and nobody's circling for parking when you get there.
Book three to six months out for most trips. For high-demand dates — Seahawks home games at Lumen Field, prom season across Kent School District in April and May, graduation in June, and summer events like Pacific Raceways NHRA weekends and Emerald Downs racing season — six months or more is the safer window. Waiting until the last minute means higher prices and fewer vehicles to choose from.
The earlier you book, the better your options and the better your price.
Yes! Long-distance charter buses are available through the network for runs from Kent to Portland (roughly 175 miles south via I-5), Spokane (roughly 280 miles east via I-90), and destinations across Washington and the Pacific Northwest. Full-size motorcoaches include reclining seats, onboard restrooms, WiFi, power outlets, and undercarriage luggage bays for everything your group is bringing along.
One-way charters, round-trips, and multi-day packages are all available. Just enter your route details in the online quote form or call 425-663-3450 and a live team will put together a custom package for your trip.
Yes. ADA-accessible buses with wheelchair ramps, wider aisle space, and accessible restrooms are available through the network. Just mention your accessibility requirements when you fill out the quote form or call 425-663-3450 — the team will match you with operators that have the right vehicle for your group.
Mentioning it early gives you the best selection and the most time to confirm the details before your trip.
For most trips in Kent, booking three to six months out gives you the best pricing and the widest vehicle selection. For peak dates — Seahawks and Mariners game days, prom season in April and May, graduation in June, summer festivals, and Pacific Raceways event weekends — book six months out or more. Kent School District's four high schools all schedule prom within the same three to four weeks, which means the local market fills up fast every spring.
Waiting until the last minute will cost you more and limit your options. Call 425-663-3450 right now to lock in your date!
Travel to Any Destination!
Reach Every Popular Kent Destination by Charter Bus
Rentoncharterbuscompany.com can help your group get to the best destinations in and around Kent — from the arena right here in town to the stadiums, theme parks, breweries, and racetracks that make South King County one of the most fun regions in the Pacific Northwest! Here's a look at some of the most popular spots groups visit by bus from Kent!
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ShoWare Center
ShoWare Center is Kent's own arena and the home of the Seattle Thunderbirds (WHL hockey), plus touring concerts and family shows throughout the year. It's the most convenient venue in the city for a group night out — no long freeway haul, no bridge traffic, just a quick ride to downtown Kent. On event nights, street parking on W James St fills fast and the surrounding blocks get crowded.
A bus drops your group at the entrance and stages nearby while you're inside, so nobody's circling for a spot or splitting up to meet at different lots. Contact ShoWare at (253) 856-6999 for event-night group arrival details.
Lumen Field
Lumen Field is home to the Seattle Seahawks and Seattle Sounders FC, roughly 25 miles north of Kent via I-5. Parking for oversized vehicles is not provided on-site, so the bus drops your group and stages nearby while you enjoy the game. I-5 northbound on Seahawks Sundays backs up well before kickoff — build extra time into your departure and let the bus handle the drive while the pregame energy builds on board.
Confirm current drop-off protocols on the Lumen Field parking and transportation page before game day.
Address: 800 Occidental Ave S, Seattle, WA 98134
Wild Waves Theme & Water Park
Wild Waves Theme & Water Park is just 8 miles south of Kent via I-5, making it one of the most popular group and school field trip destinations in South King County. The park has a designated bus parking area in the main lot — buses drop groups at the entrance and stage in the designated zone until pickup. Wild Waves is an especially popular destination for school field trips, summer camp groups, birthday parties, and family reunions.
With rides, a full water park, and group picnic areas, it's a full day for any size group. Book your bus early for summer weekends — Wild Waves draws large crowds from June through August and the parking lot fills fast on hot days.
Address: 36201 Enchanted Pkwy S, Federal Way, WA 98003
Emerald Downs
Emerald Downs is one of the Pacific Northwest's premier thoroughbred horse racing venues, just 5 miles south of Kent. Live racing runs April through September, and the track hosts special events, group outings, and private parties throughout the season. Buses stage in the outer lot — contact the venue ahead of your visit to coordinate oversized vehicle arrival and parking.
Emerald Downs is a favorite for birthday groups, corporate outings, and anyone who wants a fun day out that doesn't involve a Seattle freeway. The combination of racing, dining, and the open-air grandstand makes it one of the easiest group days in the South King County area.
Address: 2300 Emerald Downs Dr, Auburn, WA 98001.
Pacific Raceways
Pacific Raceways (31001 144th Ave SE, Kent, WA 98042) sits right in Kent's backyard and hosts NHRA drag racing, road course events, autocross, and track days throughout the year. The NHRA Northwest Nationals typically run in mid-August and draw huge numbers of fans from across the Pacific Northwest. Large surface lots accommodate buses in the outer parking area — contact the venue ahead of major events to confirm oversized vehicle staging.
For fan groups coming from across King County, one charter bus keeps everyone together from pickup through the final run of the day, and you skip the post-event lot exit scramble entirely. Pacific Raceways is one of the most unique group outing options in the region.
Address: 31001 144th Ave SE, Kent, WA 98042.
Museum of Flight
Museum of Flight is one of the largest air and space museums in the world, roughly 20 miles north of Kent via SR-167 and I-5. The museum's large surface parking lot accommodates buses off E Marginal Way S — contact the venue ahead of your visit to coordinate group arrival and parking. With more than 175 aircraft on display, a full-scale Space Shuttle trainer, and rotating special exhibitions, the Museum of Flight is a top choice for school field trips, corporate team outings, and aviation enthusiast groups.
Group admission discounts are available for parties of 20 or more — confirm details directly with the museum when you book your visit.
Address: 9404 E Marginal Way S, Seattle, WA 98108.