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Grove City Charter Bus Rentals
You came here because your group needs a ride — and you want it to be easy. Ketteringcharterbuscompany.com lets you fill out one quick form and instantly compare charter buses, party buses, and minibuses from a large network of transportation companies serving Grove City, Ohio. No phone tag, no waiting on callbacks, no settling for whatever one company happens to have. Get your quote in seconds and get moving!
Instant Online Quotes for Grove City Charter Bus Rentals
We help you compare vehicles, amenities, and prices from a large network of independently owned transportation companies serving Grove City — all in one place, in under a minute. Whether you need a 15-passenger minibus for a company outing or a 56-passenger charter bus for a group heading to Ohio Stadium, you can see many options side by side without creating an account and without calling five different companies.
Request the amenities you want — WiFi, reclining seats, power outlets, an onboard restroom, or a full-length bar — and compare pictures and prices side by side in seconds. Buses are available statewide for local trips around Grove City and long-distance runs to Cincinnati, Cleveland, Pittsburgh, and beyond.
Ketteringcharterbuscompany.com is not a bus company and does not own any vehicles. It is a quote-comparison and referral website. You fill out one form, you land on a results page showing buses and pricing from a network of transportation companies through a national booking platform, and you book the bus you want right online.
That's it. Call 937-963-1820 or use the online quote tool right now!
Grove City Charter Bus Rental Options
Ketteringcharterbuscompany.com makes it easy to find minibuses, party buses, charter buses, sprinter vans, and school buses all in one place! Whether your group is 10 people or 56, there's a vehicle in the network that fits your headcount, your budget, and your plans. Compare bus types, see photos, and view pricing in seconds — no account needed!
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15-50 Passenger Party Buses
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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 937-963-1820 to view current vehicle options, photos, availability, and pricing. Confirm the exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
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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 937-963-1820 before booking.
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Pricing varies based on the type of bus, the date, how many hours you need the vehicle, and how far you're going. A 15-passenger minibus for a short hop from Grove City to downtown Columbus costs differently than a 56-passenger charter bus for a multi-day trip. Whatever your trip looks like, the online quote tool gives you numbers fast so you can compare, choose, and book with confidence.
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| 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 937-963-1820. | ||||
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From Minibus to Motorcoach, Compare Grove City Charter Bus Options
Because Ketteringcharterbuscompany.com pulls from a large network of independently owned transportation companies — not a single fleet — you're never stuck with whatever one company happens to have parked in its lot on your date. That means more vehicle types, more price points, and more packages to choose from, all on one screen.
You fill out one form. You land on a results page. You compare buses, photos, amenities, and pricing side by side through a national booking platform.
You pick the one that works for your group and book it right online. No account. No phone tag.
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And if you'd rather talk it through, a support team is available at 937-963-1820 every day of the year to help you build a custom package around your exact headcount, your dates, and your itinerary. Need a one-way from Grove City to John Glenn Columbus International Airport? A round-trip to an Ohio State home game?
A multi-stop bachelorette night through the Short North? Whatever your group has planned, comparing options through Ketteringcharterbuscompany.com is the fastest way to find the right bus at the right price. Call 937-963-1820 or fill out the online form right now!
Bus Rentals Available For Any Event
Browse Charter Bus Services Available in Grove City
You'll find bus rentals for every occasion right here — airport transfers, concerts, corporate events, employee shuttles, government and military moves, long-distance trips, private parties, prom nights, religious group outings, school field trips, sports team travel, weddings, and winery tours. Whatever brings your group together in Grove City, there's a bus in the network ready for it!
Grove City Private Airport Transportation Without the Stress
Browse a large selection of minibuses and charter buses for airport transportation to and from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) (4600 International Gateway, Columbus, OH 43219) — approximately 22 miles northeast of Grove City via I-270 East. Whether you're moving a small team or a large delegation, one bus keeps your whole group together and on schedule instead of splitting into separate cars and dealing with I-270 traffic on your own.
The I-270 southwest corridor between Grove City and CMH is among the most congested stretches in the Columbus metro during morning and evening rush hours — plan your pickup window with at least a 45-minute buffer on weekday mornings. Charter bus pickup at CMH is at the Ground Transportation Center on the lower level of the terminal.
Groups flying Allegiant into Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK) (2099 Rickenbacker Pkwy, Columbus, OH 43217) will find it even closer to the south side of Columbus, with far less congestion than CMH. Compare minibuses and charter buses for both airports right here — enter your trip details and see pricing in under 30 seconds, or call 937-963-1820!
Charter Bus Rentals to Concerts & Festivals in Grove City
Get online pricing in under 30 seconds for concert bus rentals from Grove City to every major Columbus venue! Whether your group is heading to a show at KEMBA Live! (405 Neil Ave, Columbus, OH 43215) in the Arena District, catching a performance at the historic Palace Theatre (34 W Broad St, Columbus, OH 43215), or filling up a bus for a massive show at Schottenstein Center (555 Borror Dr, Columbus, OH 43210), one bus keeps your group together from the first pickup through the last song.
Parking near Arena District venues on a concert night is tight and expensive. A charter bus or party bus drops your group at the venue entrance and picks everyone up when the show ends — no circling the block, no surge pricing, no splitting up to find separate rides home. If you want the celebration to start before you even get there, a party bus with a built-in bar, LED lighting, and a Bluetooth sound system is right in the network.
Compare your options and see pricing in seconds — or call 937-963-1820 for a free quote!
Rent a Charter Bus for Grove City Business Events
Ketteringcharterbuscompany.com makes finding corporate transportation for Grove City and the Columbus metro fast and easy! Whether you need to shuttle your team between a Grove City office and a downtown Columbus meeting, coordinate transportation for a conference at the Greater Columbus Convention Center (400 N High St, Columbus, OH 43215), or arrange a group transfer for a company dinner in the Short North, one bus keeps everyone on the same itinerary without the chaos of a dozen separate cars on I-71.
Compare charter buses and minibuses with amenities like onboard WiFi, power outlets, and reclining seats — so your team can stay productive on the ride or simply arrive relaxed and ready to work. Need a recurring shuttle between a Park & Ride and your office? A one-time run for an off-site?
A multi-day package for a conference week? The network has options for all of it. Fill out the form or call 937-963-1820 to compare corporate bus packages for Grove City right now!
Comfortable Shuttles for Grove City Employees
Choose a recurring employee shuttle that runs on YOUR company's schedule — not a transit agency's. Whether your team commutes from Grove City to a Columbus campus, needs a daily connection between a parking lot and your facility, or requires temporary transportation while your lot is under construction, Ketteringcharterbuscompany.com helps you compare minibuses and charter buses built around the route and timing you actually need.
An employee shuttle keeps your team together, turns dead commute time into a productive or relaxing ride, and gives your company one predictable transportation cost instead of reimbursing parking and mileage across dozens of cars. I-71 and I-270 through the Grove City interchange back up hard during weekday rush hours — a dedicated shuttle gets everyone in together and on time, every day. Compare vehicles, amenities, and pricing for employee shuttles serving Grove City right here, or call 937-963-1820 to build a custom package for your team!
Grove City Government & Military Charter Bus Services
Make your next government or military group move easier with a charter bus or minibus from the network! Whether you're coordinating personnel transfers, moving a team to a training event, arranging transportation for a base visit, or shuttling a delegation to a meeting at the Ohio Statehouse (1 Capitol Square, Columbus, OH 43215), Ketteringcharterbuscompany.com helps you compare the right vehicle for your headcount and your itinerary.
Full-size 56-passenger charter buses come with large undercarriage luggage bays for gear and equipment, while 15- to 35-passenger minibuses work well for smaller groups moving between sites on a tight schedule. ADA-accessible vehicles are available through the network — just mention what you need when you request your quote. Compare government and military transportation options for Grove City and the Columbus area right here, or call 937-963-1820 for a free, fast quote!
Plan Your Trip with Grove City Long-Distance Charter Bus Rentals
You can count on Ketteringcharterbuscompany.com to help you find the right bus for long-distance group travel from Grove City to anywhere in Ohio and beyond! Whether your group is heading to Cincinnati (about 100 miles south on I-71), Cleveland (about 145 miles north), Pittsburgh (about 185 miles east), or making a run to Chicago, Nashville, or Washington, D.C., a full-size motorcoach gives everyone room to stretch out and travel comfortably.
Full-size charter buses seat up to 56 passengers and come with reclining seats, climate control, overhead storage, WiFi, power outlets, onboard restrooms, and large undercarriage luggage bays — everything your group needs for a long haul. One bus, one flat rate, and no one stuck in a car for three hours. Compare long-distance charter bus options and pricing for trips from Grove City right here, or call 937-963-1820 to build a custom long-distance package today!
Travel to Your Private Event with a Grove City Charter Bus Rental
Look no further for private event transportation in Grove City! Whether you're planning a birthday night out in the Short North, organizing a family reunion that spans multiple Columbus-area venues, arranging transportation to a private dinner downtown, or coordinating group travel for a milestone anniversary, Ketteringcharterbuscompany.com helps you compare buses and pricing for the exact itinerary you have in mind.
You set the stops. You set the schedule. And instead of splitting your group across multiple cars and hoping everyone arrives at the right place at the right time, one bus keeps everybody together from the first pickup through the last drop-off.
Party buses with built-in bars and LED lighting are available for celebrations that call for something extra — or compare straightforward minibuses and charter buses if you just need a comfortable, reliable ride. Compare private event bus options for Grove City right here, or call 937-963-1820 for a free quote!
Prom Bus Rentals in Grove City
View instant online quotes for prom bus rentals in Grove City and book before the date fills! Prom season across the South-Western City School District — serving Grove City High School (4665 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123), Central Crossing High School (4500 Big Run South Rd, Grove City, OH 43123), and Westland High School (146 Galloway Rd, Galloway, OH 43119) — runs late April through mid-May, and that window is the single busiest stretch of the year for party bus rentals across all of Franklin County.
Waiting until the last minute means higher prices and fewer vehicles to choose from. Book three to six months in advance to lock in the bus you want at the best available price. Party buses with wraparound perimeter seating, color-changing LED lighting, a premium sound system, and a full-length bar are right in the network — compare options, see photos, and view pricing in under 30 seconds.
Call 937-963-1820 or use the online quote tool right now to hold your prom date!
Get Your Congregation Moving with Grove City Church Bus Rentals
Keep your congregation together and on time with a charter bus or minibus from the network! Whether you're organizing a weekend retreat, shuttling members to a regional conference, coordinating transportation for a mission trip, or simply making it easier for your group to travel together to a special service, Ketteringcharterbuscompany.com helps you compare vehicles and pricing for religious group transportation serving Grove City and the surrounding area.
15- to 35-passenger minibuses work perfectly for smaller congregations and youth groups, while full-size 56-passenger motorcoaches give larger groups plenty of room and comfort for longer trips. ADA-accessible buses are available through the network — just mention it when you request your quote. Compare religious group transportation options for Grove City right here, or call 937-963-1820 for a free, fast quote built around your schedule and your group!
School Group Trip Bus Rentals in Grove City
With so many great destinations within easy reach of Grove City, a charter bus or minibus makes school field trips and events a whole lot easier to organize! Skip the parent carpool coordination and get your students and chaperones on one bus headed to COSI Columbus (333 W Broad St, Columbus, OH 43215) — one of the nation's top science museums, approximately 14 miles from Grove City — or out to Columbus Zoo and Aquarium (4850 W Powell Rd, Powell, OH 43065), approximately 30 miles north, where charter buses park in the designated bus lot at the main entrance.
Closer to home, Scioto Grove Metro Park (5172 Jackson Pike, Grove City, OH 43123) offers 637 acres of trails and natural areas right in the community, with bus drop-off at the main lot off Jackson Pike. ADA-accessible buses are available through the network for groups with accessibility needs — just mention it when you request your quote. Compare school field trip bus options for Grove City right here, or call 937-963-1820!
Get Pricing for Your Grove City Sporting Event Charter Bus Rental
It doesn't get bigger in central Ohio than an Ohio State home football Saturday — and getting your fan group from Grove City to Ohio Stadium (411 Woody Hayes Dr, Columbus, OH 43210) without fighting I-71 traffic in a caravan of separate cars is exactly what a charter bus was built for. The Horseshoe holds 102,780 fans, and game-day traffic on I-71 North and SR-315 is severe — one bus keeps your group together and gets everyone there on the same plan.
The same goes for Columbus Group matches at Lower.com Field (96 Columbus Group Way, Columbus, OH 43215), Columbus Blue Jackets games at Nationwide Arena (200 W Nationwide Blvd, Columbus, OH 43215), and Columbus Clippers games at Huntington Park (330 Huntington Park Ln, Columbus, OH 43215). Compare sports event buses and pricing for trips from Grove City right here, or call 937-963-1820 to lock in your game-day ride!
Grove City Wedding Shuttle Bus Rentals
Waiting until the last minute to book wedding transportation is one of the easiest ways to lose the vehicle you wanted — especially on a Saturday in May or June, when prom season, graduation season, and wedding season all collide across Franklin County. Book your wedding bus rental in Grove City early, and lock in the right vehicle for your big day before it's gone.
Ketteringcharterbuscompany.com helps you compare minibuses, charter buses, and sprinter vans for every leg of your wedding weekend — hotel pickups, the ceremony, the reception, and the return trip at the end of the night. You can even request white, black, or silver vehicles to match your wedding colors. Whether you're celebrating at a venue in Grove City, heading downtown to Columbus, or gathering your guests from multiple hotels across the area, one bus keeps everyone together and on your timeline.
Compare wedding transportation options for Grove City right here, or call 937-963-1820 for a free quote!
Private Shuttles for Grove City Winery Tour Groups
Ketteringcharterbuscompany.com is the easiest way to find a bus for your next winery tour or brewery crawl in and around Grove City! Start close to home at Plum Run Winery (7403 London Groveport Rd, Grove City, OH 43123), one of the few local wineries right in the community, then head into Columbus for pints at Land-Grant Brewing Company (424 W Town St, Columbus, OH 43215) in Franklinton or Wolf's Ridge Brewing (215 N 4th St, Columbus, OH 43215) in the Arena District.
You set the stops and the order. One bus keeps everyone together from the first tasting to the last pour — no designated driver debates, no splitting into separate cars, no one trying to navigate back to Grove City after an afternoon of wine flights. Party buses and minibuses are both right in the network.
Compare winery and brewery tour bus options for Grove City right here, or call 937-963-1820 to build your custom tour itinerary!
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Charter Bus Rentals Across Grove City & Beyond
Ketteringcharterbuscompany.com puts bus rentals within reach for Grove City and every nearby community! Whether you need transportation from Columbus, Hilliard, Dublin, Galloway, Groveport, Canal Winchester, Obetz, or anywhere else in Franklin County and beyond, the network of transportation companies serving this area has you covered. Fill out one form and compare options across the region in seconds!
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Frequently Asked Questions About Grove City Charter Bus Rentals
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Ohio Stadium is approximately 18 to 22 miles northeast of Grove City via I-71 North. Off-peak, the drive takes about 25 to 35 minutes. On an Ohio State home football Saturday, that same drive can take 60 to 90 minutes or more as I-71 North backs up heavily approaching Columbus.
Building in extra time and leaving early is strongly advised. A charter bus from Grove City keeps your whole group on one plan — no caravan, no lost cars, no parking scramble on the other end.
The most common destinations for group bus rentals from Grove City include Ohio Stadium for Buckeyes football, Nationwide Arena for Blue Jackets games, Lower.com Field for Columbus Group matches, Huntington Park for Clippers games, Schottenstein Center and KEMBA Live! for concerts, COSI Columbus for school field trips, and the Short North Arts District for bachelorette parties, birthday nights, and brewery crawls. All of these venues are 14 to 22 miles from Grove City, mostly via I-71 North or I-270.
Arts in the Alley is one of central Ohio's largest outdoor arts festivals, held annually at Grove City's Town Center Park. It typically takes place in mid-September, with recent years running September 18–20. Because the festival is held right in Grove City, it's a major local event that drives significant demand for bus rentals across the area.
If your group is planning to attend — or if you're hosting a private event that weekend — book your bus at least two to three months in advance to secure the vehicle and price you want.
Yes! Plum Run Winery is one of the few wineries located directly in Grove City and is a popular stop for small group tours and private events. For craft beer, the Columbus metro has dozens of options within 15 to 20 miles, including Land-Grant Brewing Company in Franklinton, Wolf's Ridge Brewing in the Arena District, and Seventh Son Brewing in Italian Village.
A minibus or party bus from the network keeps your group together from the first stop to the last — no designated driver needed.
Scioto Grove Metro Park is the closest Franklin County Metro Park to Grove City, with 637 acres of trails, fishing areas, and picnic grounds along the Scioto River. Charter bus drop-off is at the main parking area off Jackson Pike. For larger science or nature-focused field trips, COSI Columbus is approximately 14 miles from Grove City and is one of the most popular school field trip destinations in Ohio.
The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium in Powell is about 30 miles north and has a designated bus parking lot at the main entrance.
Absolutely! Long-distance charter bus rentals from Grove City are available through the network for trips to Cincinnati (approximately 100 miles south on I-71), Cleveland (approximately 145 miles north on I-71), Pittsburgh (approximately 185 miles east on I-70), and destinations well beyond Ohio. Full-size 56-passenger motorcoaches come with reclining seats, climate control, onboard restrooms, WiFi, power outlets, and large undercarriage luggage bays — everything your group needs for a comfortable long-distance ride.
Enter your trip details in the online quote tool or call 937-963-1820 to get pricing for your long-distance route.
For most trips from Grove City, booking two to four weeks in advance is workable during slower periods. For high-demand dates, book three to six months out — or earlier. Ohio State home football Saturdays, prom season in late April and May, the Arts in the Alley festival weekend in September, and Ohio State graduation in May are the dates that fill fastest across the central Ohio market.
Waiting until the last minute on any of those dates almost always means higher prices and fewer vehicles to choose from. The earlier you compare and book, the better your options and the better your price. Call 937-963-1820 or use the online quote tool right now to lock in your date!
Go Where You Want, When You Want!
Reach Every Popular Grove City Destination by Charter Bus
For easy group travel to the best destinations in and around Grove City, a charter bus or minibus is the smartest way to go! From local parks and Town Center events to major Columbus stadiums and science museums, the network has a bus ready for wherever your group is headed. Here are six destinations worth putting on your itinerary!
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Scioto Grove Metro Park
Scioto Grove Metro Park is Franklin County's 637-acre natural retreat along the Scioto River, located right in Grove City's own backyard. The park features miles of hiking and mountain biking trails, fishing access along the river, open meadows, and picnic shelters — making it one of the most popular school field trip and group outing destinations in the southwest Columbus area. Charter bus drop-off and pickup is at the main parking area off Jackson Pike.
The park is free to enter. For school groups, Scioto Grove pairs well with a half-day nature program and is close enough for a quick round-trip from any Grove City school. No formal charter bus staging lot exists on site, so coordinate your pickup timing with your group coordinator before the bus pulls away.
Ohio Stadium
Ohio Stadium — "The Horseshoe" — is one of the largest stadiums in the world, with a capacity of 102,780. It is home to the Ohio State Buckeyes football program and hosts eight home games per season from September through late November. Getting a group from Grove City to the Horseshoe on a home Saturday means navigating I-71 North during one of the highest-traffic days of the year in central Ohio — plan for 60 to 90 minutes each way during peak game-day windows.
The university designates specific bus parking lots on Olentangy River Road by event; confirm your lot assignment through Ohio State's event transportation page before game day. A charter bus keeps your whole group on one arrival plan instead of a scattered five-car caravan.
COSI Columbus
COSI Columbus is one of the nation's top-ranked science centers and a perennial favorite for school field trips from Grove City and across Franklin County. Located on the west bank of the Scioto River in downtown Columbus, approximately 14 miles from Grove City, COSI features hands-on exhibits across science, technology, health, and space, plus an IMAX theater and an outdoor science park. Charter bus drop-off is on West Broad Street.
COSI's surface lot has historically accommodated buses with advance arrangement — contact COSI's group sales team to confirm current bus parking details before your visit. Group rates are available for schools and organizations. A 56-passenger charter bus handles a full class and all chaperones in one trip.
Grove City Town Center
Grove City Town Center (Broadway at Columbus St, Grove City, OH 43123) is the heart of the community and the site of some of central Ohio's most beloved annual events. The Town Center's Town Center Park hosts the Arts in the Alley festival every year in mid-September — one of the largest outdoor arts festivals in Ohio — and the Grove City Farmers Market every Saturday from May through October. Charter buses can drop off along Broadway, with parking available in the adjacent municipal lots.
For Arts in the Alley weekend, the Town Center area fills quickly and bus demand across the region spikes — book your transportation two to three months in advance for that weekend. The Town Center is also a convenient staging point for group outings that combine local dining, shopping, and community events.
Nationwide Arena
Nationwide Arena is home to the Columbus Blue Jackets (NHL) and one of the premier concert venues in Ohio, with a capacity of 19,500. Located in the Arena District of downtown Columbus, approximately 16 miles from Grove City via I-71 North, the arena hosts Blue Jackets games from October through April and a full calendar of major touring concerts and events year-round. Charter bus drop-off is along McFerson Commons or Nationwide Boulevard.
Bus parking is available in Arena District surface lots and the Nationwide Arena garages. Parking in the Arena District on event nights fills fast and can be expensive — a charter bus from Grove City skips the parking scramble entirely and drops your group steps from the entrance.
Lower.com Field
Lower.com Field is the home of Major League Soccer's Columbus Group, opened in 2021 with a capacity of 20,808. Located just west of downtown Columbus and approximately 15 miles from Grove City via I-71 North, the stadium is one of the newest purpose-built soccer venues in the United States and a major draw for group outings across central Ohio. Charter bus drop-off is along Columbus Group Way and the surrounding surface lot areas.
The Group's MLS season runs from February through October, with playoff matches extending into November. Group tickets and charter bus packages are a popular combination for supporter groups and corporate outings. Compare charter bus options for Group match days from Grove City right here, or call 937-963-1820 to lock in your seats and your ride at the same time!