Author: Sam Tuttle
Why we follow federal regulations for charter bus trips
Rules of the road are there for your safety A bus driver has precious cargo Commercial charter bus drivers carry a lot of responsibility, and fatigue affects them just as it can affect anyone. That’s why FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Association) rules have 3 maximum duty limits: Off-duty time While regulations don’t define “off-duty […]
When should I actually book a charter bus trip?
Lead times vary. Here’s what to consider. According to the American Bus Association, there are approximately 1,566 charter bus operators in the United States, and almost 89% of these bus companies have 24 vehicles or less in their fleet. While there are a few national brands like First Student and Greyhound, most charter buses are […]
How do I get a charter bus to the Minnesota State Fair?
Taking people to and from our state’s iconic State Fair by bus is a point of pride The Minnesota State Fair & Lorenz Bus Service: 20+ years of fun Since 2008, Lorenz Bus Service has been the main transportation provider for the Minnesota State Fair’s free park-and-ride service. Today we operate approximately 75 buses on […]
Charter Bus Service for a World Cup Event
The inside story of a local Olympic legend, a local charter bus company and the international Stiffel Loppet World Cup Cross Country Skiing event Jesse Diggins of Afton, Minnesota, is “one of the most dominant and successful cross country skiers in the world,” according to the US Ski Team. Her accomplishments include 13 years on […]
Hidden Gems: Overlooked School Field Trips
5 Minneapolis-St Paul School Field Trip Ideas Teachers know the “usual suspects” when it comes to planning a school trip in the MSP area (The Science Museum, etc.). But here at Lorenz Bus Service we’ve been planning and executing charter bus field trips in the MSP area for decades, and we want to remind everyone […]
Look Before You Book
Basic charter bus research can help avoid hiring the wrong company There are thousands of charter bus companies to choose from in the U.S. That’s the good news. It’s also the bad news. With so many choices, how can you be sure you’re selecting a reliable charter bus provider? Here are 3 ways to “kick […]