56 Passenger Charter Bus
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Charter Bus Rentals in Federal Way, Washington
Just fill out one quick form and you're on your way! Federalwaycharterbuscompany.com makes it incredibly easy to compare charter buses, minibuses, party buses, and more from a large network of transportation companies serving Federal Way, Washington — all in one place, with instant online pricing and vehicle photos, no account required. Whether you're heading north on I-5 to Seattle or keeping it local, your next group ride starts right here. Call 253-237-8025 to get started!
The Simple Way to Rent a Charter Bus in Federal Way
Call 253-237-8025 any time — or use the 30-second online quote tool right on this page — and you'll have bus pricing from a large network of transportation companies serving Federal Way in your hands in under a minute. Federalwaycharterbuscompany.com is an advertising and quote-comparison website, not a local bus company. That means you're never limited to one fleet or whatever a single operator happens to have parked in a lot. Instead, you fill out one form, land on a results page showing different vehicles and prices side by side, pick the bus that fits your group and your budget, and book right online through a national booking platform — all without creating an account.
Request the amenities you actually want — WiFi, power outlets, a built-in bar, reclining seats, ADA accessibility — and compare pictures and prices side by side in seconds. Buses are available statewide for local trips around Federal Way and long-distance runs all the way to Olympia, Spokane, or beyond. Whatever brings your group together, Federalwaycharterbuscompany.com makes finding the right bus the easy part!
Federal Way Charter Bus Rental Options
Compare minibuses, party buses, charter buses, sprinter vans, and school buses from a network of independently owned transportation companies serving Federal Way and all of South King County. Whatever your group size — 10 passengers or 56 — there's a vehicle in the network ready for your trip. Find it in seconds!
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Vehicles shown above are NOT the exact makes and models available for every trip. We are NOT a transportation company and do not own or operate vehicles. Photos are examples only and may show stock or typical vehicles, not the exact vehicle offered for your reservation. Fill out the online quote form or call 253-237-8025 to view current vehicle options, photos, availability, and pricing. Confirm the exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
Federal Way Charter Bus Amenities Built Around Your Needs
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PA System
Amenities listed above are common features that MAY be available on buses. Because we are a referral website and do NOT own or operate buses, exact features vary by vehicle, provider, and availability. After you submit your quote request, you can browse vehicle options, pricing, and available details on the results page. To confirm the exact amenities included with a specific vehicle offered for your trip, call 253-237-8025 before booking.
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Federal Way Charter Bus Pricing
On Federalwaycharterbuscompany.com, getting bus pricing for your Federal Way trip takes under 30 seconds. Enter your pickup location, travel date, group size, and where you're headed — and you'll land on a results page showing vehicles, photos, and pricing from a network of transportation companies serving the area. No account needed.
No waiting on callbacks. No calling five companies and hoping someone picks up.
Prices vary based on the bus type, how many hours you need it, the day of the week, and your specific itinerary — so the fastest way to know exactly what your trip costs is to enter your details and see. Whether you need a compact sprinter van for a small group heading up I-5 to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or a 56-passenger motorcoach for a school group heading to Wild Waves Theme & Water Park (36201 Enchanted Pkwy S, Federal Way, WA 98003), the pricing is right there on your screen. Call 253-237-8025 any time for a free quote over the phone!
| Type of Vehicle | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day | Cost Per Mile |
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| 56 Passenger Charter Bus | $205 – $385+ | $225 – $410+ | $1,650 – $2,950+ | $6.20 – $8.95+ |
| 35 Passenger Minibus | $225 – $370+ | $255 – $385+ | $1,815 – $2,415+ | $6.20 – $8.95+ |
| 30 Passenger Minibus | $205 – $365+ | $240 – $380+ | $1,670 – $2,335+ | $5.90 – $8.60+ |
| 28 Passenger Minibus | $190 – $355+ | $220 – $370+ | $1,540 – $2,255+ | $5.65 – $8.25+ |
| 25 Passenger Minibus | $190 – $350+ | $195 – $365+ | $1,420 – $2,180+ | $5.40 – $7.90+ |
| 20 Passenger Minibus | $190 – $340+ | $190 – $355+ | $1,300 – $2,080+ | $5.15 – $7.50+ |
| 18 Passenger Minibus | $190 – $330+ | $190 – $350+ | $1,210 – $1,990+ | $5.00 – $7.25+ |
| 15 Passenger Minibus | $180 – $310+ | $180 – $330+ | $1,150 – $1,880+ | $4.75 – $6.95+ |
| 15-50 Passenger Party Bus | $248 – $426+ | $265 – $460+ | $1,827 – $2,954+ | $6.75 – $9.95+ |
| Sprinter Van with Driver | $190 – $373+ | $218 – $466+ | $1,395 – $2,848+ | $5.00 – $6.95+ |
| Sprinter Limo | $190 – $340+ | $190 – $355+ | $1,300 – $2,080+ | $5.15 – $7.50+ |
| School Bus | $205 – $365+ | $240 – $380+ | $1,670 – $2,335+ | $5.00 – $7.60+ |
| 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 253-237-8025. | ||||
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See Which Federal Way Charter Bus Company Has What You Need
Let Federalwaycharterbuscompany.com do the heavy lifting. Instead of spending an afternoon calling local bus companies one at a time, describing your trip over and over, and waiting hours on callbacks that never quite line up, you share your trip details once and review your curated options side by side. That's it.
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Because Federalwaycharterbuscompany.com is not a bus company, you're never stuck with whatever one fleet has available on your date. The network includes transportation companies serving Federal Way, the entire South King County area, and destinations statewide — so whether your group is heading to a Seahawks game at Lumen Field (800 Occidental Ave S, Seattle, WA 98134), a concert at the Tacoma Dome (2727 E D St, Tacoma, WA 98421), or a weekend trip to the Olympic Peninsula, there's a bus in the network ready for it.
You'll find vehicles in every size, with amenities ranging from basic comfortable seating to full party-bus setups with LED lighting and built-in bars. Compare pictures and packages right on the results page, choose the bus that works for your group, and book online in minutes. Or call 253-237-8025 and a live agent will build a custom quote around your exact itinerary — available every day of the year!
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Keep scrolling to see every service type available through Federalwaycharterbuscompany.com in Federal Way, Washington! From airport transfers and prom nights to corporate shuttles, school field trips, and long-distance motorcoach runs, the network covers it all. Find the service that fits your group and get your quote in seconds — or call 253-237-8025 any time!
Federal Way Airport Transportation
Moving a group to or from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) (17801 International Blvd, SeaTac, WA 98158) doesn't have to mean splitting everyone into separate cars and paying for multiple parking spots. SEA is approximately 11 to 14 miles north of Federal Way via I-5 — a 20-to-35-minute drive off-peak, but easily 45 to 75 minutes during the morning or afternoon rush. One airport charter bus rental keeps your entire group together, handles the I-5 traffic as a team, and drops everyone curbside at the right terminal.
At SEA, prearranged charter and shuttle buses load and unload at the commercial vehicle area on the lower arrivals level. Have your group coordinator call the bus forward only after every bag is claimed and everyone is together curbside — Washington State caps commercial vehicle idling at five consecutive minutes, so the bus stages nearby and pulls up when your group is ready to board, not before. Federalwaycharterbuscompany.com makes it easy to compare airport shuttle buses for Federal Way, SeaTac, and all of South King County. Fill out one quick form to see vehicles and pricing in seconds!
Federal Way Concert Transportation
You don't have to figure out I-5 parking on your own when the whole group is heading to a show. Whether you're going to a major touring act at the Tacoma Dome — just 12 miles south of Federal Way via I-5 — or making the 25-mile run up to Climate Pledge Arena (334 1st Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109) for a Kraken game or a stadium-level concert, a charter bus or party bus keeps everyone together from the first pickup to the final encore.
The Federal Way Performing Arts & Event Center (PAEC) (31510 Pete von Reichbauer Way S, Federal Way, WA 98003) hosts concerts, touring Broadway productions, and community performances right here in the city — and a minibus makes a clean drop-off along Pete von Reichbauer Way S without anyone hunting for street parking. Want the celebration to start before you arrive? A 15-to-50-passenger party bus comes loaded with a built-in bar, color-changing LED lighting, and a Bluetooth sound system.
Compare concert bus rentals from a network of providers serving Federal Way — fill out one form and see pricing in under 30 seconds!
Federal Way Corporate Event Transportation
Planning a corporate event, client visit, or team off-site in the South King County area? Federalwaycharterbuscompany.com makes the transportation the easy part. Instead of sending your team up I-5 to Seattle in a dozen separate cars — each one fighting the afternoon backup between Federal Way and the SR-518 interchange — one charter bus or minibus keeps everyone on the same schedule and delivers the group to the door together.
Whether you need a shuttle between your Federal Way office and a conference hotel in Seattle, a minibus for a client dinner in Tacoma, or a full-size motorcoach for a large corporate event at a venue across the region, Federalwaycharterbuscompany.com helps you compare vehicles and pricing from a network of transportation companies serving the area. Amenities like onboard WiFi, power outlets, and reclining seats mean your team can stay productive on the ride rather than sitting in traffic. Fill out one quick form or call 253-237-8025 to find corporate bus rentals serving Federal Way today!
Federal Way Employee Transportation
A dedicated employee shuttle takes the daily I-5 grind off your team's plate and puts everyone in the same place at the same time. Whether you need a recurring commuter route between Federal Way and a Seattle or Tacoma office, a temporary shuttle while your parking lot is under construction, or a one-time run for a company event, Federalwaycharterbuscompany.com helps you find and compare employee shuttle buses sized to your headcount and built around your schedule.
Federal Way sits right on the I-5 corridor between Seattle and Tacoma, which makes it a natural hub for South King County employee transportation — but that same corridor is one of the most congested stretches in the Puget Sound region during peak hours. One shuttle bus turns that commute into productive time instead of lost time. Compare vehicles, amenities, and pricing from a network of transportation companies serving Federal Way — daily, weekly, or long-term routes available.
Call 253-237-8025 or fill out the quote form to get started!
Federal Way Government & Military Transportation
With one form, you can compare buses for government meetings, personnel moves, base transfers, training events, and multi-day transportation throughout South King County and the greater Puget Sound region. Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) is approximately 20 miles south of Federal Way via I-5, and coordinating group ground transportation between Federal Way, JBLM, Seattle, and Tacoma is exactly the kind of multi-stop, time-sensitive itinerary the network handles well.
Federalwaycharterbuscompany.com helps government and military groups compare minibuses and full-size charter buses from a network of independently owned transportation companies serving the area. Need an ADA-accessible vehicle? Just mention it when you submit your trip details.
Whether you're moving 15 people or 56, there's a bus in the network sized for your group. Fill out one quick form or call 253-237-8025 to compare vehicles and pricing in seconds!
Federal Way Long-Distance Transportation
View instant online quotes for long-distance bus rentals from Federal Way to Seattle, Tacoma, Olympia, Spokane, Portland, Vancouver BC, and destinations across the Pacific Northwest and beyond — all in under 30 seconds. A full-size 56-passenger motorcoach gives your group reclining seats, climate control, onboard WiFi, power outlets, an onboard restroom, and large undercarriage luggage bays for the long haul — everything you need to arrive comfortable instead of cramped.
Federal Way's position on I-5 makes it a natural departure point for long-distance group travel in any direction. Whether your group is heading south on I-5 toward Portland (about 180 miles) or east on SR-18 and I-90 toward Spokane (about 300 miles), Federalwaycharterbuscompany.com helps you compare motorcoaches and pricing from a network of transportation companies serving the region. One bus, one flat price, and no one stuck driving.
Fill out the quote form or call 253-237-8025 to find your long-distance bus today!
Federal Way Private Event Transportation
Need transportation for a birthday, anniversary, family reunion, quinceañera, or any other private celebration in the Federal Way area? Federalwaycharterbuscompany.com makes it easy to find the right bus for your event — whether that's a 15-passenger minibus for a dinner out at a waterfront restaurant in Tacoma or a full party bus for a milestone birthday night that starts in Federal Way and ends in Seattle.
With a large network of transportation companies at your fingertips, you can compare bus types, amenities, colors, and pricing all in one place. Party buses in the 15-to-50-passenger range come with built-in bars, LED lighting, flat-panel TVs, and Bluetooth sound — so the celebration starts the moment everyone boards. Charter buses give larger groups room to spread out for longer trips.
Whatever your event looks like, Federalwaycharterbuscompany.com helps you find a bus that fits it. Fill out one quick form or call 253-237-8025 to compare private event bus rentals serving Federal Way!
Federal Way Prom Transportation
With one search, you can compare party buses and minibuses for prom night across Federal Way and all of South King County — and the earlier you look, the more options you'll have. Federal Way Public Schools serves more than 20,000 students across multiple high schools, including Federal Way High School (30611 16th Ave S, Federal Way, WA 98003), Decatur High School (2800 SW 320th St, Federal Way, WA 98023), Thomas Jefferson High School (4248 S 288th St, Auburn, WA 98001), and Todd Beamer High School (35999 16th Ave S, Federal Way, WA 98003). Every one of those schools schedules prom in April or May — and so do the schools in Kent, Auburn, and Renton.
When every group in South King County is looking for the same buses on overlapping weekends, availability disappears fast and prices go up. Book four to six months out to lock in the best selection and the best price. Federalwaycharterbuscompany.com makes it easy to compare available buses, colors, amenities, and packages in one place. Call 253-237-8025 or fill out the online quote form to find your prom bus rental today — don't wait!
Federal Way Religious Group Transportation
Federalwaycharterbuscompany.com makes it easy to find group transportation for church retreats, weekly services, youth group outings, conferences, and multi-day religious events serving Federal Way and the surrounding communities. Whether your congregation needs a 15-passenger minibus for a smaller group or a 56-passenger motorcoach when the whole church is coming along, the network has vehicles sized for every headcount.
ADA-accessible buses are available through the network too — just mention it when you submit your trip details. Heading to a regional retreat in the Cascades, a conference in Seattle, or a day trip to a destination across Washington State? Federalwaycharterbuscompany.com helps you compare vehicles, amenities, and pricing from a network of independently owned transportation companies serving Federal Way. Fill out one quick form to see your options in seconds, or call 253-237-8025 any time for a free quote!
Federal Way School Event Transportation
Let Federalwaycharterbuscompany.com make your next Federal Way school field trip the easy part of the planning. Instead of coordinating a long line of parent carpools or cramming students into outdated yellow buses, compare modern charter buses and minibuses from a network of transportation companies serving South King County — all in one place, with instant online pricing and vehicle photos.
A group heading to the Pacific Bonsai Museum (2515 S 336th St, Federal Way, WA 98003) — free admission, open Wednesday through Sunday — can drop off and park in the shared Weyerhaeuser campus surface lot right next to the museum. The neighboring Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden (2525 S 336th St, Federal Way, WA 98003) is steps away and makes a natural second stop on the same campus. Heading farther afield?
The network covers field trips to Seattle, Tacoma, and destinations across the state. ADA-accessible buses are available — just mention it in your quote. Fill out one form or call 253-237-8025 to find your field trip bus today!
Federal Way Sporting Event Transportation
You'll love having one bus handle everything on game day — from the Federal Way pickup through the postgame ride home — instead of splitting your group across a caravan of cars fighting I-5 traffic into Seattle or Tacoma. Whether you're heading to a Seattle Seahawks game at Lumen Field, a Seattle Mariners game at T-Mobile Park (1250 1st Ave S, Seattle, WA 98134), or a Seattle Kraken game at Climate Pledge Arena, a charter bus or party bus keeps everyone together from the first pickup to the final whistle.
At Lumen Field, charter bus drop-off is on Railroad Way S just west of Occidental Ave S, accessed via 1st Ave S. For T-Mobile Park, charter bus parking is by reservation only and must be arranged at least 10 business days in advance by calling the ballpark directly at (206) 346-4001. Moving a sports team with equipment? Full-size motorcoaches offer large undercarriage luggage bays for duffels, bags, and gear.
Compare sporting event bus rentals serving Federal Way — fill out one form or call 253-237-8025!
Federal Way Wedding Transportation
One bus makes your wedding day so much smoother. Instead of worrying whether out-of-town guests found parking or figured out which highway exit to take, a wedding charter bus rental picks everyone up from their hotel, delivers the group to your ceremony, and shuttles guests to the reception — all on your timeline, not theirs.
Federalwaycharterbuscompany.com helps you find wedding buses in white, black, or silver to match your colors, from a network of transportation companies serving Federal Way and the entire South King County area. Whether you're celebrating at a waterfront venue in Tacoma, a winery in the Cascade foothills, or a reception hall right here in Federal Way, the network has the right vehicle for your headcount and your itinerary. Party buses with perimeter seating and a built-in bar are a favorite for bridal parties; full-size motorcoaches handle larger guest counts with ease.
Fill out one quick form or call 253-237-8025 to find your wedding bus today — peak wedding season (May through October) books fast!
Federal Way Wine Tour & Brewery Transportation
Use Federalwaycharterbuscompany.com to plan a wine tour or brewery crawl across South King County and the greater Puget Sound region — without anyone in your group getting stuck behind the wheel. Washington State is one of the top wine-producing states in the country, and the Cascade foothills east of Federal Way on SR-18 put you within easy reach of Woodinville wine country (about 35 miles north) and the Columbia Valley wine region beyond.
Closer to home, the South Sound craft beer scene has exploded in recent years, with taprooms and breweries across Tacoma, Auburn, and Kent all within 20 miles of Federal Way. Your group sets the stops and the timing — the bus handles the driving. A party bus with a built-in bar and Bluetooth sound makes the ride between stops part of the experience.
Compare wine tour and brewery buses from a network of transportation companies serving Federal Way. Fill out one quick form to see vehicles and pricing in seconds, or call 253-237-8025 to build a custom itinerary!
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Charter Bus Rentals in Federal Way and All Across Washington
Fill out one quick form and Federalwaycharterbuscompany.com will show you buses and pricing from a network of transportation companies serving Federal Way and every nearby city in South King County and the greater Puget Sound region. Whether you need a Tacoma charter bus, a Seattle charter bus, a bus from Auburn, Kent, Renton, Burien, Des Moines, Puyallup, Lakewood, or anywhere across Western Washington — the network has you covered. See every city served and find your bus in seconds!
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Frequently Asked Questions About Federal Way Bus Rentals
Federalwaycharterbuscompany.com helps you compare buses rental options; it is not a transportation company and does not rent, own, or operate vehicles. When you submit the quote form, your trip details go through a booking company so you can review pricing and available vehicles for your date. You compare the options and book through the process shown with your quote.
Federalwaycharterbuscompany.com is an advertising and quote-comparison website that makes it easy to find, compare, and book group transportation in Federal Way, Washington. It is not a bus company, a local operator, or a motor carrier. When you fill out the quote form, you're taken to a national booking platform's results page showing vehicles and pricing from a network of independently owned transportation companies serving the area.
You compare your options, choose the bus that fits your group, and book right online — or call 253-237-8025 any time for help.
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is approximately 11 to 14 miles north of Federal Way via I-5 — about a 20-to-35-minute drive off-peak. During the morning commute (6–9 a.m.) or afternoon peak (3–7 p.m.), that same stretch can take 45 to 75 minutes. An airport charter bus keeps your whole group together and on schedule, rather than splitting into separate cars and paying for multiple parking spots at SEA.
Build in extra buffer time for peak-hour departures, and have your group assembled curbside before calling the bus forward — Washington State limits commercial vehicle idling to five consecutive minutes.
Charter bus drop-off at Lumen Field is on Railroad Way S — also known as Charles St — just west of Occidental Ave S, accessed via 1st Ave S. Oversized vehicle parking is not available on-site, so the bus stages off-site between drop-off and pickup. Per the official Lumen Field parking and transportation page, groups should make arrangements in advance. Confirm current drop-off protocols before your game or event, since assignments can shift.
The Tacoma Dome is approximately 12 miles south of Federal Way via I-5 — about 15 to 25 minutes depending on traffic. For charter bus and group transportation arrangements, contact Tacoma Venues & Events at (253) 272-3663 in advance of your event. Designated bus and oversized vehicle areas are available in the east lot and surrounding areas, but assignments vary by event.
Always confirm your drop-off and staging plan directly with the venue before the day of your trip.
Charter bus rental prices from Federal Way vary based on the bus type, how many hours you need it, the day of the week, your specific route, and which operator in the network is available for your date. A minibus for a short local trip costs differently than a full-size motorcoach for a long-distance run. The fastest way to see pricing for your specific trip is to fill out the 30-second quote form — you'll see vehicles and prices from the network in seconds.
Or call 253-237-8025 and a live agent will build a custom quote for your itinerary.
Yes! The network includes transportation companies equipped for long-distance runs from Federal Way to Portland, Oregon (about 180 miles south on I-5), Spokane (about 300 miles east via SR-18 and I-90), Vancouver BC (about 140 miles north via I-5), and destinations across the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Full-size motorcoaches come with reclining seats, onboard WiFi, power outlets, an onboard restroom, and large undercarriage luggage bays — everything your group needs for a comfortable long-distance ride.
Fill out the quote form or call 253-237-8025 to find your long-distance bus today!
The right bus size depends on your headcount. Sprinter vans fit up to 14 passengers and are great for small groups or airport runs. Minibuses seat 15 to 35 passengers and are nimble enough for city streets and tight drop-off zones.
Full-size charter buses seat up to 56 passengers and are the best choice for large groups, long distances, or trips requiring lots of luggage storage. Party buses seat 15 to 50 and are built for celebrations — built-in bars, LED lighting, and perimeter seating included. When you fill out the quote form, you'll see the vehicles available for your specific headcount and date.
For most trips, booking three to four weeks out gives you solid options. For high-demand dates, book much earlier. Prom season in April and May is the single busiest stretch in South King County — Federal Way, Kent, Auburn, and Renton school districts all compete for the same buses on overlapping weekends, so book four to six months out.
Seahawks home games and major Tacoma Dome concerts book out weeks in advance for popular matchups. Wild Waves summer weekends go fast too. The earlier you lock in your date, the better your vehicle selection and the better your price.
Call 253-237-8025 right now to hold your date!
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Get Your Group to These Federal Way Destinations by Bus
Federalwaycharterbuscompany.com connects your group to all the best destinations in and around Federal Way — from waterfront parks and world-class botanical gardens to stadiums, arenas, and theme parks across the South Sound. Fill out one quick form to compare buses and pricing for your next group trip, or call 253-237-8025 to build a custom itinerary around the stops your group actually wants to make!
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Wild Waves Theme & Water Park
Wild Waves Theme & Water Park is one of the largest theme and water parks in the Pacific Northwest, open seasonally from late May through Labor Day weekend. Charter buses use the designated bus parking area in the main lot — groups must call ahead for bus parking coordination at (253) 661-8000. The group entry gate is separate from individual ticket lines, making a coordinated charter bus arrival one of the smoothest ways to get a large group through the gates quickly.
Summer weekends fill the lot fast, so arrive early and confirm your parking assignment in advance.
Address: 36201 Enchanted Pkwy S, Federal Way, WA 98003 Phone: (253) 661-8000
Pacific Bonsai Museum
Pacific Bonsai Museum houses one of the finest collections of bonsai in North America, with more than 150 trees representing styles and species from across the Pacific Rim. Admission is free and the museum is open Wednesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Bus drop-off and parking use the shared Weyerhaeuser campus surface lot directly adjacent to the museum — plenty of room for larger vehicles.
The neighboring Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden is steps away on the same campus, making a natural two-stop itinerary for school groups and garden tours alike. Call ahead for group visit coordination.
Address: 2515 S 336th St, Federal Way, WA 98003 Phone: (253) 353-7345
Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden
Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden is one of the largest collections of rhododendron species in the world, set on the historic Weyerhaeuser campus in Federal Way. The garden is open seasonally and draws school groups, garden clubs, and photography enthusiasts from across the region. Large vehicle parking is available in the shared Weyerhaeuser campus surface lot — groups should call ahead at (253) 838-4646 to coordinate bus parking and group access for their specific visit date.
Pair it with the Pacific Bonsai Museum next door for a full day on the same campus without moving the bus.
Address: 2525 S 336th St, Federal Way, WA 98003 Phone: (253) 838-4646
Federal Way Performing Arts & Event Center
Federal Way Performing Arts & Event Center (PAEC) is the city's premier venue for concerts, touring Broadway productions, dance performances, and community events, with a main theater seating approximately 700. Bus drop-off is along Pete von Reichbauer Way S curbside, with buses staging along S 316th St or in adjacent surface lots between drop-off and pickup. No dedicated bus lot is published, so coordinate your staging plan in advance by calling the box office at (253) 835-7010.
A minibus or charter bus drop-off here beats circling the surrounding streets hunting for street parking on a sold-out show night.
Address: 31510 Pete von Reichbauer Way S, Federal Way, WA 98003 Phone: (253) 835-7010
Dash Point State Park
Dash Point State Park (5700 SW Dash Point Rd, Federal Way, WA 98023) offers 398 acres of forest and 3,300 feet of Puget Sound shoreline — one of the most scenic group destinations in South King County. The park is a favorite for school field trips, family reunions, and group picnics, with trails, beach access, and picnic shelters available. The day-use area has space for larger vehicles, but groups should confirm bus and oversized vehicle parking for their specific date by contacting the park office at (253) 661-4955 before arrival.
A charter bus handles the winding approach on SW Dash Point Rd far more comfortably than a caravan of cars.
Address: 5700 SW Dash Point Rd, Federal Way, WA 98023 Phone: (253) 661-4955
Tacoma Dome
Tacoma Dome is one of the largest wood-domed structures in the world and one of the Pacific Northwest's premier concert and event venues, hosting major touring artists and large-scale events with capacity up to 21,000. It sits just 12 miles south of Federal Way via I-5 — about 15 to 25 minutes in normal traffic. For charter bus and group transportation arrangements, contact Tacoma Venues & Events at (253) 272-3663 in advance.
Designated bus and oversized vehicle areas are available in the east lot and surrounding areas, but assignments vary by event, so confirm your drop-off and staging plan before the day of your show.
Address: 2727 E D St, Tacoma, WA 98421 Phone: (253) 272-3663