26 Seater Tempo Traveller on Rent in Pune Mini Bus with Driver
When the group is past twenty and a tempo traveller will not do it, this is the vehicle. Twenty-six passengers plus the driver, push-back seats, AC through the cabin and a luggage compartment that takes 25 bags and more. Fewer people? The 20 seater tempo traveller is rate-carded, and every size is on the tempo traveller on rent in Pune page.
Quick Answer
A 26 seater tempo traveller on rent in Pune is a mini bus for 21 to 26 passengers plus the driver, and it is quoted per job rather than from the rate card, because permits, the route and the dates change what it costs. Send the date, the route and the headcount and we come back with a firm figure in about two minutes. Outstation bills a minimum of 250 km a day with a ₹400 per night driver allowance, and tolls, parking and state permits are at actuals.
26 Seater Tempo Traveller Rates and Larger Sizes
Quoted per job rather than rate-carded, because permits and availability move the number.
| Trip type | Rate | Non-AC option | What it covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outstation (per km) | on request | lower, on request | Minimum 250 km per day billing |
| Local 8hr / 80km | on request | on request | City use within Pune and PCMC |
| Driver allowance | ₹400/night | ₹400/night | Overnight outstation trips only |
Rates reviewed August 2026. Tolls, parking and state permits at actuals. Final fare confirmed before booking.
What the 26 seater tempo traveller price includes
- The vehicle and fuel for the full distance
- A professional driver with a commercial licence
- GST and applicable taxes
- Door-to-door pickup anywhere in Pune and PCMC
Charged separately at actuals
- Tolls and parking on the route
- State permits if you cross into Goa, Karnataka or Gujarat
- Driver allowance of ₹400 per night on overnight trips
- Waiting beyond the included hours on local packages
Who Books a 26 Seater Tempo Traveller on Rent in Pune
Four bookings this size covers better than anything either side of it.
Conferences and corporate events
Moving delegates between the hotel, the venue and the airport across a two or three day event. One vehicle, one driver, one invoice. Billing runs through our corporate cab service on a monthly GST invoice, and our corporate outing guide covers the planning.
Weddings and big functions
A full baraat or a set of guests arriving on one flight, moved in one vehicle instead of a convoy. Multi-day packages are quoted per day and we hold the same vehicle and driver across the function. See the wedding guest transport guide.
Large pilgrimage groups
Mandal groups and extended families running Pune to Shirdi or the Ashtavinayak circuit together. The driver waits at each temple while the group completes darshan, and nobody gets separated between vehicles.
School and college trips
Study tours and institution trips to Aurangabad for the Ajanta and Ellora caves, or down to Goa. We handle the permits for the route and confirm them before the date rather than on the morning.
26 Seater Tempo Traveller Features and Seating Layout
What the cabin is actually like on a four-hour run, not the brochure version.
Seating and layout
Twenty-six passenger seats in a 2x2 coach arrangement, plus the driver. Push-back reclining seats throughout and a higher floor than a tempo traveller, which makes the aisle easier to move down mid-journey.
AC and comfort
Roof-mounted AC through the cabin, music system, LED lighting and charging points. On a mini bus the rear rows sit further from the vents, so we run the AC up before pickup rather than from the moment you board.
Luggage compartment
Room for 25 bags and more in the side and rear compartments, which is the practical reason to take one 26 seater over two 17 seaters for a wedding or a conference. Tell us what you are carrying and we will plan for it.
Permits, headcount and RTO checks
A mini bus carries a tourist permit issued for a fixed seat count, and interstate travel needs the destination state’s permit as well. We arrange those before the date and charge them at actuals rather than adding a margin. Give us the exact headcount when you book: an overloaded vehicle is stopped at an RTO check post, and on a wedding or conference date that is not a delay anyone can absorb.
One 26 Seater or Two Smaller Tempo Travellers?
Pick by headcount first, then by luggage.
| Size | Best for | Local 8hr | Outstation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 seater | 9 to 12 people, families, small teams | ₹5,600 | from ₹26/km |
| 17 seater | 13 to 17 people, corporate outings, pilgrimage groups | ₹6,400 | from ₹29/km |
| 20 seater | 18 to 20 people, large offsites, wedding parties | ₹7,040 | from ₹32/km |
| 26 seater (this page) | 20 to 26 people, conferences, big functions | on request | on request |
One 26 seater keeps the group together and takes more luggage. Two 17 seaters work better above 26 people, when the group splits between destinations, or on tight ghat roads. The tempo traveller on rent in Pune page has every size side by side, and our tempo traveller booking guide walks through the whole process.
26 Seater Tempo Traveller Questions We Get Asked
The questions groups actually ask before booking this size.
Is a 26 seater tempo traveller on rent in Pune available?
Yes. A 26 seater tempo traveller on rent in Pune, effectively a mini bus, is available on request rather than off the shelf, because fewer of these run in the city than 12 and 17 seaters. Give us your dates, group size and destination and we confirm availability and the rate. For big functions we often propose a 26 seater alongside a second vehicle so everyone moves together.
What does a 26 seater tempo traveller cost in Pune?
26 seater pricing is quoted per trip rather than from a fixed rate card, because it depends on the dates, the route and how many days the vehicle is held. Smaller sizes start at ₹26/km for a 12 seater, ₹29/km for a 17 seater and ₹32/km for a 20 seater. Share your itinerary and we give you a firm all-in number before you commit, with minimal advance and no surge on festival dates.
How many bags fit in a 26 seater mini bus?
A 26 seater takes 25 or more bags in the rear compartment, which is generally enough for a full group on a multi-day trip. For conference groups carrying equipment, banners or sample cases, tell us in advance and we will plan the loading or add a support vehicle.
Is a 20 seater tempo traveller on rent in Pune available too?
Yes. The 20 seater sits between the 17 seater and the 26 seater mini bus, and works well for groups of 18 to 20. A local 8 hour and 80 km package for the 20 seater is ₹7,040, and outstation runs from ₹32/km. If your group is close to the boundary, we will tell you honestly which size leaves everyone more comfortable.
What do people use a 26 seater tempo traveller in Pune for?
Conferences and corporate events, wedding guest transport, large pilgrimage groups heading to Shirdi or the Ashtavinayak temples, school and college trips, and factory or campus shuttles. Anything where splitting the group across three or four smaller vehicles would create more problems than it solves.
Should I book one 26 seater or two 17 seaters?
For a group of 20 to 26 travelling as one unit to a single destination, one 26 seater is simpler and usually cheaper. Two 17 seaters make more sense when the group splits across different venues or timings, or on narrow hill routes such as Mahabaleshwar and Bhimashankar where a smaller body handles the ghat turns better. Tell us the itinerary and we will recommend one honestly.
Does the 26 seater come with a driver and AC?
Yes, every 26 seater tempo traveller and mini bus we arrange comes with a professional driver holding the appropriate commercial licence. We do not offer self-drive on any group vehicle. AC and non-AC options are both available. Mention your preference and we will quote accordingly.
How far ahead should I book a 26 seater in Pune?
Book at least a week ahead, and two to three weeks for wedding season, Diwali, Ganpati and conference season. There are far fewer 26 seaters in Pune than smaller tempo travellers, so availability tightens quickly on popular dates. There is only a minimal advance, so booking early only holds the vehicle.
Get Your 26 Seater Quote
Send the date, route and headcount and we will come back with a firm figure.
Pickup Across Pune & PCMC
Door-to-door pickup for your 26 seater tempo traveller is included in the fare. We collect from every Pune and PCMC locality, and these are the ones we run to most:
- Hinjewadi
- Wakad
- Baner
- Aundh
- Kharadi
- Viman Nagar
- Magarpatta
- Hadapsar
- Koregaon Park
- Pimple Saudagar
- Shivaji Nagar
- Deccan
- Kothrud
- Pimpri Chinchwad
- Kalyani Nagar
Not on the list? We still pick up. Share your exact address when you book and the driver comes to you. See all areas we cover.