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Private Coach & Minibus Hire

Dependable, comfortable, and tailored coach hire for weddings, corporate events, club fixtures, airport transfers, and private group excursions across Somerset, Dorset, and nationwide.

Weddings & Celebrations  |  Corporate Travel  |  Airport Transfers  |  Club Outings  |  Day Excursions

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DVSA Inspected Fleet

Maintained to strict safety standards

Professional Drivers

Uniformed, experienced & DBS checked

Tailored Itineraries

Custom door-to-door group transport

Modern Comfort

Fitted seatbelts, climate control & clean fleet

Things to Consider Before You Book Your Coach Hire…

Planning group transport involves timing, legal driving regulations, and budget considerations. Keep these key factors in mind to ensure you get the best value and right vehicle for your journey:

Hire Duration

Hire costs are directly based on total vehicle duration. Keeping your departure, venue arrival, and return times realistic helps ensure your quote is accurate and economical.

Off-Peak & "Inbetweener" Discounts

If your trip operates between morning and afternoon school runs (e.g. departing after 9:00am and returning before 3:00pm), you may qualify for discounted off-peak rates.

Passenger Numbers & Vehicle Size

Your total passenger headcount dictates vehicle size. Confirming exact group numbers ensures you do not pay for empty seats or run short on luggage space.

Inclusive Mileage

Overall distance impacts the total price. Providing a full itinerary with all planned pickup or stopover points allows us to calculate an all-inclusive quote with no hidden extras.

Drivers' Hours & Second Drivers

Strict UK & EU legal limits govern continuous driving hours. Long-distance journeys or multi-day tours may require scheduled rest breaks or an additional driver by law.

Vehicle Stayover

For multi-day tours or weekend events, costs vary depending on whether the coach remains on-site with your party for local day excursions or returns to depot between transfers.

How Simple It Is to Book Your Coach Transport

1

Submit Journey Details

Tell us your travel dates, pickup location, destination, and party size using our fast online enquiry form.

2

Receive Your Quote

Our private hire team reviews your route and provides a clear, competitive quotation tailored to your group.

3

Travel in Comfort

Relax and enjoy your event while our professional driver manages navigation, parking, and punctual arrivals.

Our Private Hire Fleet

Executive Minibus

Executive Minibus

8 - 16 Passengers

Great for airport transfers, family events, wedding shuttles, and small group outings.

Midi-Coach

Midi-Coach

17 - 33 Passengers

Ideal size for medium-sized parties, society day trips, club fixtures, and corporate travel.

Executive Coach

Executive Coach

34 - 53 Passengers

Features climate control, onboard WC, and generous luggage bays for touring and long-distance travel.

High-Capacity Coach

High-Capacity Coach

54 - 61 Passengers

Maximum capacity seating for large private parties, conferences, festival groups, and major events.

Planning Your Next Event or Trip?

Let South West Coaches take care of your group transport. Contact our friendly private hire team or request an instant online quote today.

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South West Coaches Ltd

11 Oak Way

Lufton Business Park

Yeovil

BA22 8HS

Tel: 01935 475872
Company No: 3885518