How are the Prices of Production Buses Determined?
Buses and trailers for television, film, and fashion shoots have a wide range of available options that go with them, and therefore, there is a wide range of price points for chartering them.
Production bus prices are determined by considering a variety of factors, including:
Interior Features:
Interior features such as bathrooms, onboard electronics, special seating, and cooking areas can affect the price of a production bus. Those who book buses for production know there are many different uses for these buses. Therefore, you might need different features. For example, if you will be using the bus as a holding area or talent trailer, a bathroom and cooking area may be appropriate. However, if you use the bus as a makeup trailer, a cooking area may not be necessary.
It’s important that the person booking the bus knows what the bus will be used for to determine the necessary interior features.
Time and Distance that you will use the bus for:
The length of time that the production company rents the bus will directly impact the price of the rental. The distance that the bus is to travel can also affect the price. In many instances, the rate will be higher per day for longer trips than for shorter ones. Additional charges may also apply should the trip be taking the bus out of the country.
Mileage and hours that the bus will be in use are both factors in determining the price point when it comes to time and distance of a charter.
Depending on the bus’s travel schedule, you might need multiple drivers for a safe trip. This can affect the price. This is especially important when you are using the bus for a touring band or another group traveling by land.
Fuel:
Fuel is always a separate expense when renting a production bus. If the rental is long-term, you should factor in the fuel price into the overall cost. This is especially significant when the bus will be traveling long distances, such as for a band on tour.
Taxes:
Takes on chartered vehicles are different in different areas; therefore, the location from which you charter the bus might have different tax rates than other locations.
Timing:
Though this is not always the case, there are instances in which the time of year you rent the bus will affect the rental price. This could include high-volume times. In terms of production, it may be pricier to rent a bus during New York Fashion Week, for example, as opposed to a time when productions are more sparingly occurring in the city.
We hope this was helpful for you in understanding how are the prices of production buses determined. If you have any questions, contact us and we will provide additional information.