Minibus charter with driver

Wedding parties, social clubs, sporting teams, tour groups, schools and companies booking transport for staff or guests.

Hourly or per-trip charter rates, often with a minimum booking. Weekend and event work usually pays best, and repeat clients and referrals fill the quieter weekdays.

• Safe, calm driving with passengers
• Friendly customer service
• Planning routes and timings
• Managing bookings and quotes

• Operator accreditation and driver authority rules differ by state, so check with your state transport authority
• A standard car licence generally only covers up to 12 seats including the driver, so check which licence class you need
• Vehicle safety inspections, maintenance and downtime can be costly
• Commercial passenger insurance is essential, so confirm cover with your insurer
• Driving hours and fatigue rules may apply, so check the requirements
• Demand is seasonal and weekend-heavy, so plan cash flow

Startup costs are typically around $40,000 to $120,000, depending on the minibus you buy or lease, inspections and commercial passenger insurance. These are estimates, and maintenance and downtime can add costs.

Check operator accreditation and driver authority rules with your state transport authority. A standard car licence generally covers only up to 12 seats including the driver, so check your licence class. Also confirm commercial passenger insurance and driving hours rules.

Monthly revenue is typically around $4,000 to $18,000, depending on how many bookings you take and your pricing. Demand is seasonal and weekend-heavy, so plan your cash flow. Expect at least about 15 hours a week.