Minibus hire with driver
Hire a minibus with driver for your business events
The minibus meets the most common need for event transportation: moving a group of 9 to 22 people without resorting to multiple taxis or mobilizing an oversized coach. TDS Events offers you a range of modern minibuses, always with a professional driver, for your seminars, congresses, VIP transfers and corporate shuttles throughout France.
What is minibus hire with driver?
This is a service of passenger transport You don't drive. We provide a vehicle and a driver, holding a Category D license and a driver qualification card, for the duration you specify. This differs from self-service rental, where the vehicle is handed over to the customer without a driver. Our business is passenger transport, not simply providing bare vehicles.
For whom?
Our clients are companies, event agencies, congress organizers and general servicesThe minibus is primarily intended for management committees, small groups of employees, speakers and presenters, delegations and VIP guests.
Our available capabilities
We offer several templates depending on the size of your group:
- 9-seater minibus : restricted committee, transfer of management, welcoming of speakers.
- Minibus with 16 to 19 seats : project team, hotel shuttle, company outing.
- 20-seater and 22-seater minibus : the most requested format for seminars and conference shuttles.
For groups larger than 22 passengers, we will direct you to coach hire with driverFor groups of fewer than 8 people, the VIP van offers a more upscale service.
Our Mercedes-Benz Sprinter VIP minibus
An interior designed for business clients
OUR Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 519 CDI is the benchmark in the premium category. It accommodates up to 22 passengers In ergonomic leather seats with adjustable recline and individual armrests. Enhanced soundproofing and individual climate control allow everyone to work or rest, regardless of the journey's duration.
Embedded technology
The vehicle incorporates a Wi-Fi connectionUSB ports and power outlets are available at each row, along with a 10.25-inch touchscreen and an audio system with microphones. This allows for briefings to be held en route, transforming travel time into productive time.
Atmosphere and storage
LED ambient lighting creates an atmosphere conducive to conversation. Luggage compartments accommodate suitcases, briefcases, and professional equipment, particularly useful during airport transfers where luggage volume is significant. For more information, see our article explaining... Why rent a VIP minibus with a driver? for your events.
Minibus, van or coach: how to choose?
The passenger number rule
THE VIP van It covers groups of up to 8 people with the maximum service level. minibus takes over for 9 to 22 passengers. Beyond that, thecoach becomes more economical per passenger and offers much larger cargo holds. See our complete fleet to compare the three ranges.
The often-overlooked criterion: accessibility
A 63-seat coach can't reach every address. Narrow city center streets, underground hotel parking lots, heritage sites, low-emission zones: the minibus can access places that a larger vehicle would have to navigate around, often requiring a drop-off hundreds of meters away. For an event in the heart of the city, this consideration often outweighs the price.
The case of the shuttles
On a shuttle service running continuously between a hotel and an event venue, two minibuses offer a much higher frequency than a single coach. Your guests wait less, and the flow remains smooth.
A professional driver dedicated to your event
Drivers trained in business reception
Our drivers do more than just drive. With their smart attire, discretion, and knowledge of access routes and site restrictions, they represent your company to your guests throughout the entire journey. punctuality is our first commitment, because a shuttle delay throws off the entire program.
Availability over time
You can book the minibus and its driver for a single trip, half a day, a full day, or several consecutive days. When booked at your disposal, the vehicle remains at your control for the entire period, provided you adhere to the legally mandated driving and rest times.
Logistics handled
We study your pick-up points, schedules, and routes in advance. For complex events, our offer of event coordination and concierge services takes charge of the entire organization.
Minibus hire with driver in Paris and throughout France
Our Parisian location puts us in close proximity to the main event hubs: Roissy-Charles-de-Gaulle and Orly airportsWe provide daily transfers between the Gare du Nord, Gare de Lyon and Gare Montparnasse, the Villepinte Exhibition Centre and Porte de Versailles.
We also operate in all major French cities, in Toulouse, Lyon, Bordeaux, Marseille, Nice, Lille or Strasbourg, as well as on interregional journeys and multi-day programs.
The minibus for your corporate events
The minibus is available throughout your event: shuttle service between the hotel and the venue seminar, transfer of exhibitors and participants during a trade fair or congress, travel of staff and VIPs to a sporting eventor even company outing in a small group.
Your questions about renting a minibus with a driver
How many seats does a minibus have?
A minibus can accommodate from 9 to 22 passengers, depending on the model. The most popular sizes for corporate events are the 9-seater for small committees and the 20- to 22-seater for seminars and conference shuttles. For groups larger than 22 passengers, a coach is more suitable.
What is the price of renting a minibus with a driver?
The price depends on the duration of service, the distance traveled, the number of passengers, the time of year, and the vehicle's category. A shuttle service for a few hours within the city and a multi-day trip are not calculated using the same method. We provide a free, personalized quote within 24 business hours.
What is the difference between a van, a minibus and a coach?
Capacity is the primary criterion: up to 8 passengers for the VIP van, 9 to 22 for the minibus, and 30 to 63 for the coach. The van offers the most upscale service for small groups, the minibus the best compromise between comfort and accessibility in the city, and the coach the lowest cost per passenger for large groups.
Is the driver included in the rental?
Yes. TDS Events is a passenger transport company: all our services include a professional driver holding a Category D license and a driver qualification card. We do not offer self-drive vehicle rentals.
Do you operate outside of Paris?
Yes. We are based in Paris and operate throughout France, including Toulouse, Lyon, Bordeaux, Marseille, Nice, Lille and Strasbourg, as well as interregional connections and multi-day trips.
Request your minibus rental quote
Tell us your dates, number of passengers, pick-up points and itinerary: we will get back to you with a quote within 24 working hours. Contact TDS Events.
