Minneapolis Winery Tour Charter Bus Rentals
Charterbusservicesminneapolis.com makes finding wine tour transportation in Minneapolis, Minnesota fast and easy! Whether your group is heading southwest to the cluster of lakeside wineries near Waconia, east along the St. Croix River Valley to Stillwater, or southeast on US-61 toward the bluffs of Hastings, fill out one quick form and compare vehicles and rates from a large network of bus companies serving the Twin Cities metro in seconds. From sprinter vans to party buses to 56-passenger charter buses, the right ride for your wine tour group is right here.
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Compare Buses, Packages, and Prices for Wine Tour & Brewery Transportation All in One Place!
When you're planning a wine tour out of Minneapolis, the right bus depends on your group, your itinerary, and how much of the celebration you want to start before you arrive. A sprinter van is a great fit for a small group of 10 or fewer heading to Saint Croix Vineyards (6428 Manning Ave N, Stillwater, MN 55082) for an afternoon tasting. A 15- to 35-passenger minibus handles a birthday group making two or three stops through the Waconia wine cluster.
And for larger parties, a 56-passenger charter bus with reclining seats and undercarriage luggage bays takes the whole group comfortably up I-94 to Carlos Creek Winery (6693 County Road 34 NW, Alexandria, MN 56308). Compare every option in one place!
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Winery Runs to Waconia — The Twin Cities' Closest Wine Destination
Browse a large selection of buses perfect for the Waconia wine cluster — Minneapolis's closest and most popular wine destination! Parley Lake Winery (8280 Parley Lake Rd, Waconia, MN 55387), Schram Vineyards Winery & Brewery (8785 Airport Rd, Waconia, MN 55387), and Sovereign Estate Wine (9950 North Shore Rd, Waconia, MN 55387) sit within a few miles of each other along the shores of Lake Waconia — about 35 miles southwest of Minneapolis via US-212. That's three tasting rooms, one afternoon, and zero parking headaches when your group rides together on a minibus or party bus.
US-212 westbound out of Eden Prairie can back up on Friday afternoons, so a late-morning Saturday departure keeps the drive smooth and the fun going early!
Waconia is easy to group-book, but the three stops do not share one arrival rule: Parley Lake Winery’s group-transportation instructions require organized bus groups to make arrangements at least one week before the visit, and party buses are not accepted; Schram Vineyards’ bus and large-party policy requires approval before arrival; and Sovereign Estate’s group-visit page requires prior arrangements by email for buses and groups of 8 or more. Your minibus or charter bus reaches the Waconia loop with every stop cleared before the first tasting, so you are not gambling on space when you arrive.
Hassle-Free Transportation Along the St. Croix River Valley Wine Trail
Through a network of independently owned bus companies serving Minneapolis, you can easily find transportation for a wine tour east along the St. Croix River Valley! Saint Croix Vineyards is just 30 miles from downtown Minneapolis via I-94 E and MN-36 E — a scenic drive that ends in one of Minnesota's most charming historic towns. Stillwater's downtown is walkable and compact, so your group can move from the vineyard tasting room to a waterfront dinner without anyone worrying about a designated driver or a parking spot on a busy Saturday.
Compare sprinter vans, minibuses, and party buses for the St. Croix Valley run and find the right fit for your group!
It's Easy to Plan a Day Trip to Alexis Bailly Vineyard in Hastings
It's one of Minnesota's oldest and most beloved wineries, and getting there is half the fun when your group rides together! Alexis Bailly Vineyard (18200 Kirby Ave, Hastings, MN 55033) sits about 35 miles southeast of Minneapolis via US-52 S and US-61 S — a route that winds through the Mississippi River bluffs and delivers your group to one of the state's most celebrated cold-climate wine producers. Alexis Bailly is known for Frontenac and Marechal Foch varietals developed for Minnesota's demanding growing season.
The tasting room operates seasonally, so plan your visit for late spring through fall and book your bus early — harvest season weekends in September and October fill up fast across the Twin Cities transportation network!
Full-Day Wine Country Charters to Cannon Falls and Beyond
Fill out one quick form and find a charter bus for a full-day wine country run from Minneapolis to Cannon Falls and the Cannon Valley Wine Trail! Cannon River Winery (421 Mill St W, Cannon Falls, MN 55009) is about 45 miles southeast via US-52 S — an award-winning winery housed in a beautifully restored historic mill building, open year-round with a welcoming tasting room. A 56-passenger charter bus with reclining seats and onboard WiFi makes the 50-minute drive feel like the first part of the celebration.
And because Cannon Falls is a small town with straightforward street access, bus drop-off on Mill Street West is easy and uncomplicated. Compare full-day charter packages and find your ride right here!
One Bus Keeps Your Minneapolis Wine Tour Group Together All Day
One bus means one pickup, one itinerary, and nobody splitting off into separate cars to figure out who's driving home. Whether your group is doing two stops through the Waconia cluster or a longer run out to Millner Heritage Vineyard & Winery (32025 MN-15, Kimball, MN 55353) about 70 miles northwest via I-94 W, a party bus or charter bus keeps everyone together from the first pour to the last drop-off. Party buses in the network come with a built-in bar, LED lighting, and Bluetooth sound — so the celebration starts the moment everyone boards, not when you arrive.
Compare buses and packages from a network of companies serving Minneapolis and find exactly what your wine tour group needs. Call 612-288-1177 today!
Wine Tour & Brewery Transportation in Minneapolis and All the Surrounding Areas
Get wine tour bus rentals from Minneapolis and every corner of the Twin Cities metro through one easy search! Charterbusservicesminneapolis.com connects you to a large network of transportation companies serving the entire region, so it doesn't matter if your group is gathering in Bloomington, Eden Prairie, Plymouth, or Saint Paul — there's a bus in the network ready for your pickup. You can even arrange transportation from nearby suburbs directly to the Waconia wine cluster or the Cannon Valley Wine Trail without routing through downtown. One form, one results page, and instant pricing from a network of independently owned bus companies serving Minneapolis and every surrounding community.
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How Much Does Wine Tour & Brewery Transportation in Minneapolis Cost?
| Type of Vehicle | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day | Cost Per Mile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 56 Passenger Charter Bus | $215 – $400+ | $235 – $425+ | $1,720 – $3,040+ | $6.40 – $9.15+ |
| 35 Passenger Minibus | $235 – $385+ | $265 – $400+ | $1,890 – $2,495+ | $6.40 – $9.15+ |
| 30 Passenger Minibus | $215 – $380+ | $250 – $395+ | $1,740 – $2,415+ | $6.10 – $8.80+ |
| 28 Passenger Minibus | $200 – $370+ | $230 – $385+ | $1,605 – $2,335+ | $5.85 – $8.45+ |
| 25 Passenger Minibus | $200 – $365+ | $205 – $380+ | $1,480 – $2,260+ | $5.60 – $8.10+ |
| 20 Passenger Minibus | $200 – $355+ | $200 – $370+ | $1,355 – $2,155+ | $5.35 – $7.70+ |
| 18 Passenger Minibus | $200 – $345+ | $200 – $365+ | $1,260 – $2,065+ | $5.20 – $7.45+ |
| 15 Passenger Minibus | $190 – $325+ | $190 – $345+ | $1,200 – $1,950+ | $4.95 – $7.15+ |
| 15-50 Passenger Party Bus | $260 – $445+ | $280 – $480+ | $1,905 – $3,065+ | $6.95 – $10.20+ |
| Sprinter Van with Driver | $200 – $390+ | $230 – $485+ | $1,455 – $2,950+ | $5.20 – $7.15+ |
| Sprinter Limo | $200 – $355+ | $200 – $370+ | $1,355 – $2,155+ | $5.35 – $7.70+ |
| ABOVE PRICES ARE JUST EXAMPLES. Your final price and vehicle options depend entirely on your specific trip details. To get an instant price quote for your trip, request an online quote or call 612-288-1177. | ||||
Frequently Asked Questions About Minneapolis Wine Tour & Brewery Transportation Services
Charterbusservicesminneapolis.com is an advertising and quote-comparison website that lets you fill out one quick form and instantly compare wine tour buses and pricing from a large network of independently owned transportation companies serving Minneapolis and the Twin Cities metro. You're never limited to one fleet — you see multiple vehicles, amenities, and price points side by side, with no account required. A free quote is also available any time by phone at 612-288-1177!
You fill out the 30-second online quote tool with your pickup location, date, group size, and winery stops. You're taken to a results page on a national booking platform showing available buses and pricing from transportation companies serving your route. Review the options, pick the bus that fits your group and your itinerary, and book right online — all in just minutes.
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The Waconia cluster — Parley Lake Winery, Schram Vineyards, and Sovereign Estate Wine — is the most popular multi-stop wine tour from Minneapolis. All three sit within a few miles of each other about 35 miles southwest via US-212, and bus visits have their own arrival requirements. Saint Croix Vineyards in Stillwater and Cannon River Winery in Cannon Falls are also easy bus-friendly destinations on straightforward routes from the city.
Late spring through fall — May through October — is peak season for Minnesota winery visits, with harvest weekends in September and October being the busiest. Valentine's Day weekend and Mother's Day are also among the highest-demand single days. Book three to six months out for fall harvest dates and major spring weekends.
Winter tours are possible at year-round wineries like Schram Vineyards and Cannon River Winery, and winter availability is generally much easier to find.
Absolutely! Multi-stop itineraries are one of the most common wine tour setups booked through the network. The Waconia cluster is a natural three-stop loop — Parley Lake, Schram, and Sovereign Estate — all within a few miles of each other.
You set the stops and the timing when you fill out your quote, and the pricing reflects your full route. Add roughly 10 minutes per stop for loading and departing when you're planning your timeline.
Group size and the length of the trip are the two biggest factors. A sprinter van works well for groups of 10 or fewer on a shorter run to Stillwater or Waconia. A 15- to 35-passenger minibus is ideal for a mid-size group doing two or three stops.
Larger groups heading all the way to Carlos Creek Winery in Alexandria or Millner Heritage near Kimball will appreciate the reclining seats and undercarriage storage on a 56-passenger charter bus. Compare all sizes in one search!
Most rural Minnesota wineries have generous gravel or paved lots that accommodate buses without any advance arrangements. The Waconia-area wineries — Schram, Parley Lake, and Sovereign Estate — are built for event traffic and have large parking areas. Cannon River Winery in Cannon Falls offers easy street and lot access on Mill Street West.
For smaller properties like Alexis Bailly Vineyard in Hastings, a quick call ahead to confirm bus parking is always a smart move before your visit.