10 people

Coach hire for 10 people

For a group of 10 people we recommend a minibus. Fill in your route below and compare straight away which coach companies are suitable.

26 coach companies offer a suitable option

Our advice for 10 people

For a group of up to 16 people, a minibus is the most nimble and affordable choice — ideal for shorter trips and transfers.

At 10 people the choice narrows

This many coaches at the affiliated companies have at least 10 seats:

85coaches for a group of 8at 27 companies

81coaches for your group of 10at 24 companies

80coaches if there were 16 of youat 24 companies

Larger groups can also travel with several coaches from the same company; we include that as soon as you fill in your trip.

Driving yourself with 10 people?

With 10 people that is not possible on a normal car licence. Licence B lets you carry up to 8 people, not counting yourself. If one of you drives, there are 9 passengers on board, and that takes bus licence D1, with a certificate of professional competence (code 95).

What does work: 2 vans, each with its own driver on licence B and at most 8 passengers. Then you do not travel as one group, and in every van someone has to stay sober and know the way. Or a minibus with a driver: you compare those here, and the driver holds the licence that goes with it.

Which licence for how many passengers?

Bup to 8 passengers, up to 3,500 kg

D19 to 16 passengersyour group of 10

Dmore than 16 passengers

The driver does not count. For D1 and D you must be at least 18 and hold code 95.

Sources: Dutch government (Rijksoverheid): which driving licence for a car and Dutch government (Rijksoverheid): which driving licence for a bus, read on 15 October 2026.

Which coach suits 10 people?

A comparison of the capacity per type of coach. The type that best suits your group stands out. Click a bar for more about that type.

Travelling with supervisors, large luggage or a wheelchair? Work out how many coaches you need.

Which size do you choose for 10 people?

Ten people fit in almost any minibus: they start at eight seats and go up to sixteen. That leaves you two to six seats spare, which is exactly the margin you need if someone joins at the last minute. A people carrier takes up to eight and is therefore out, unless you split the group in two, and then you pay two drivers for the same trip.

If you want something more luxurious, a VIP coach of this size is also an option: the same outside dimensions, but fewer seats in the same length and therefore more legroom.

Recommended type of coach

What does a coach for 10 people cost?

A price without your trip would be a guess for 10 people, so it is not shown here. What you pay mainly depends on four things:

The coach. For 10 people we recommend a minibus; 81 coaches at the affiliated companies have at least 10 seats. If a group of 10 does not fit in one coach, we calculate a combination of coaches from the same company.
The trip. How long the coach is on the road with your 10 people, how far it drives, and how far the coach company has to travel from its base to reach you.
The day. If your 10 people travel on a Saturday, a Sunday or public holiday, or at night, our standard rate adds a surcharge.
The month. For 10 people our standard rate is 15% higher in July and August, and 10% lower in January and February.

The prices page shows example trips with a price, for groups of 16, 30 and 50 people; for 10 people we only work it out once you fill in your trip. See the example trips with a price.

Work out what a coach for 10 people costs

Practical points for 10 people

At 10 people you are right at the point where a minibus often works out cheaper than several cars or taxis put together, not least because you only have to park once and everyone arrives together. A minibus has 8 to 19 seats, so with 10 people you keep a margin for luggage on the back seat or someone who decides to come after all.

Do note what a minibus doesn't have: no toilet, no luggage hold under the floor and no fold-down tables. For a day trip that's rarely a problem; for a long journey abroad it is.

What to look out for with 10 people

A minibus is usually driven by a driver who also does taxi work. For a business trip or when appearances matter, ask explicitly about the vehicle's finish: there's a big difference between a basic van and a luxury version.
Count your luggage too. Ten people with hand luggage fit easily; ten people with suitcases or sports equipment usually don't. Mention the size of your luggage in your request and you'll be offered the right vehicle straight away.
If your group of 10 is being picked up at several addresses, say so. Every extra stop adds driving time, and driving time is what a coach trip is charged on.

Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions about transport for 10 people

Can I hire a people carrier for 10 people?

No, a people carrier takes eight passengers, plus the driver. With ten people you need a minibus, or two people carriers. A minibus is usually cheaper: one driver, one trip, and everyone arrives at the same time.

Is a minibus cheaper than separate taxis for 10 people?

In most cases it is, especially with a shared destination. You then pay for one trip instead of 2 to 3 separate taxis, and everyone arrives at the same time.

Can a group of 10 also travel in a bigger vehicle if no minibus is available?

Yes, a midibus or coach also has more than enough room. It's a little less efficient in price per person, but certainly a workable alternative.

Does a minibus have a toilet on board?

No. You only get a toilet from a coach upwards. On a longer trip the driver plans a comfort stop along the way; let them know if someone in the group can't wait long.

How much luggage can 10 people bring?

That depends on the vehicle: some minibuses have a separate luggage space at the back, others don't and the suitcases go on empty seats. Put in your request how much and what kind of luggage you're bringing. Then the coach company knows whether its vehicle will do.

Can a group of 10 hire a bus without a driver?

Not through BusOffer. Everything you compare here is private hire with a driver; that's what a licence holder is allowed to offer.

Can I drive a minibus for 10 people myself?

Not with a normal car licence. If one of you drives, there are 9 passengers; licence B allows up to 8. You need bus licence D1 with a certificate of professional competence (code 95). Alternatives: 2 vans each with its own driver, or one minibus with a driver.

What does it cost to hire a coach for 10 people?

That depends on your trip: how far and how long, on which day and in which month. For 10 people we recommend a minibus. Fill in your route and date, and within a minute you see what coach companies charge for your trip.

Written and checked by Martijn Smeets, founder of BusOffer.com. Last updated on 15 October 2026.

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