★ DOD #1 RATED · PGCPS APPROVED · SERVING DC + BALTIMORE · 24/7 DISPATCH
Family-Owned · Established 1992 · Bowie, MD

Thirty-three years
of safe miles,
moved by hand.

— If You Know A Place, I'll Take You There.

From school field trips to senior day excursions, group tours to Department of Defense transports — BK Charter has carried the DMV's most important groups with a #1 federal safety rating since 1992.

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33+
Years in Service
#1
DOD Travel Rating
24/7
Dispatch Open
BK Charter Inc. 55-passenger motorcoach in Bowie, Maryland
Since 1992 Bowie · MD
American Bus Association Member
United Motorcoach Association
Maryland Motorcoach Association
PGCPS Approved Carrier
DOD #1 Rated
USDOT Satisfactory
Pupil Safety #1 Rating
Family Owned Since 1992
American Bus Association Member
United Motorcoach Association
Maryland Motorcoach Association
PGCPS Approved Carrier
DOD #1 Rated
USDOT Satisfactory
Pupil Safety #1 Rating
Family Owned Since 1992
What We Move

The trips we do best,
perfected over 33 years.

For three decades, BK Charter has specialized in the group transportation the DMV relies on most — from senior day trips and group tours to school field trips. Every ride comes with the same #1-rated drivers and impeccably maintained fleet.

01

Senior Day Trips

Comfortable, reliable transportation for senior groups, community centers, and retirement communities. Step-friendly boarding and patient, professional drivers.

02

Group Tours

Multi-day excursions, sightseeing trips, casino runs, and group getaways. Roomy 55-passenger motorcoaches with reclining seats, lavatory, and onboard entertainment.

03

School & Field Trips

PGCPS approved carrier with a #1 pupil-transportation safety rating. Field trips, athletics, and educational excursions with background-checked drivers, every time.

04

Government & Military

DOD #1 rated. Approved Defense Travel operator. Federal contracts, military group transport, and government conference shuttles.

05

Corporate & Groups

Conference shuttles, employee outings, and organizational events. Move your whole group together, on time, without the parking headache.

06

Airport Transfers

BWI · IAD · DCA. Group airport shuttles for any party size. Skip the parking, ride together, arrive on time.

Instant Estimate

Get a number in under a minute.

Tell us what you need. Our system returns a real-time estimate based on vehicle type, duration, and route — then a human follows up the same day to confirm.

44
School Bus
55
Motorcoach
Estimated Range
$1,800 – $2,100
Based on an 8-hour minimum. Fuel surcharge and amenities may apply. A team member will call to confirm details and finalize your quote — usually within hours.

What's included
in every trip.

Every BK trip comes with a professional driver and a fully equipped, freshly inspected vehicle. We'll always be upfront about any fuel surcharge or add-ons before you book.

  • Professional CDL driver, FMCSA-compliant
  • Free Wi-Fi on board (motorcoach)
  • USB charging & power outlets (motorcoach)
  • Climate control, A/C & heat
  • Onboard lavatory (motorcoach)
  • TV / DVD & PA system (motorcoach)
  • Pre-trip safety inspection, every trip
  • 24/7 dispatch support
Earned, Not Claimed

The credentials behind every BK trip.

Charter operators are not all created equal. BK has been audited, rated, and approved by the same agencies that protect federal employees, school children, and military families.

#1

Department of Defense

Approved Defense Travel operator. Top-tier rating from the U.S. Department of Defense for federal & military transport.

DOD · Federal
#1

Pupil Transportation Safety

#1 rating from the Pupil Transportation Safety Program. Trusted by schools across Prince George's County.

PGCPS · Approved Carrier

USDOT Rated Satisfactory

Reviewed and rated Satisfactory by the Federal U.S. Department of Transportation. Compliant with every safety standard.

USDOT · Federal

Industry Memberships

Member of the American Bus Association, United Motorcoach Association, and Maryland Motorcoach Association.

ABA · UMA · MMA
The Fleet

Two vehicle classes, maintained like family.

Our fleet is purpose-built for the trips we do best: school field trips, senior day trips, and group tours. Every vehicle is late-model, ELD-equipped, and inspected before each trip.

BK Charter Inc. 55-passenger motorcoach exterior
55-Passenger Motorcoach
Capacity · 55 · Tours & Long-Distance
Wi-Fi Reclining Seats Lavatory USB · Outlets TV · DVD PA System Luggage Storage ADA Accessible
BK Charter Inc. 44-passenger school bus exterior
44-Passenger School Bus
Capacity · 44 · PGCPS Certified
Climate Control PA System Background-Checked Drivers Daily Safety Inspection Storage

Need ADA-accessible transportation? Our 55-passenger motorcoaches are wheelchair accessible. Mention your specific needs when you request a quote and we'll confirm the right setup for your group.

How It Works

Three steps from quote to curbside.

Booking a charter shouldn't take a week of phone tag. Here's how we keep it simple.

1

Get an Estimate

Submit your trip details above. Receive a real-time price range in under a minute.

2

Confirm with a Human

A BK team member follows up the same day to confirm your details and finalize your quote.

3

Ride with Confidence

Get a driver name, photo, and contact 24 hours before your trip. Then enjoy the ride.

For thirty-three years, we've believed every group deserves a driver who knows the road, a coach that's been inspected this morning, and a phone that gets answered when something changes.

The Kittrell Family · Founders · Bowie, Maryland · Est. 1992

Common Questions

Answers from three decades on the road.

Don't see your question? Call us at (301) 423-3567 or text us at (240) 508-7340 — our dispatch is open 24/7.

  • How much does a charter cost?
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    Our rates are $120/hour for a 44-passenger school bus and $150/hour for a 55-passenger motorcoach, with an 8-hour minimum on every booking. A fuel surcharge and certain amenities may apply depending on your trip. Use the quote calculator above for an instant estimate, then we'll confirm the final number with you directly.
  • How many passengers can your buses hold?
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    Our motorcoaches seat up to 55 passengers and our school buses seat up to 44. For larger groups, we can coordinate multiple vehicles — just let us know your headcount when you request a quote and we'll recommend the right fit.
  • Can you help with tour ideas?
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    Absolutely. After 33 years on the road, we know the routes and destinations that groups love — day trips, sightseeing, casino runs, and multi-day getaways throughout the region. Tell us the kind of trip your group enjoys and we're glad to share suggestions.
  • Are your vehicles ADA accessible?
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    Yes — our 55-passenger motorcoaches are wheelchair accessible. Mention your specific accessibility needs when you request a quote so we can confirm the right vehicle and arrangements for your group.
  • What amenities are on board?
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    Our 55-passenger motorcoaches feature Wi-Fi, reclining seats, an onboard lavatory, USB charging and power outlets, a TV/DVD system, a PA system, and luggage storage. Our school buses include climate control, a PA system, and storage. Every vehicle is inspected before each trip.
  • What about driver gratuity?
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    Driver gratuity is not included in the quoted rate and is left to your discretion. If you'd like, we're happy to discuss customary amounts when we confirm your booking.
  • What's your cancellation policy?
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    Cancellations within 48 hours of your original pickup date are non-refundable. All circumstances will be taken into consideration — if something unexpected comes up, give us a call as early as possible and we'll do our best to work with you. Read the full Terms & Conditions →

Tell us where you're going.
We'll handle the rest.

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Get In Touch

Contact BK Charter.

Call, text, or email — we respond promptly and our dispatch is open 24/7.

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(301) 423-3567

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12138 Central Ave.
Ste. 564
Bowie, MD 20721
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