16-seater minibus hire with driver: our Mercedes Sprinter
Our Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is a 16-seat minibus that Ritaat Coaches hires out with a driver from Glasgow, for trips across Scotland and the UK. It carries 10 to 15 large suitcases behind the rear seats, and you need no D1 licence because our driver drives. It suits airport runs, weddings, funerals and day trips.
The vehicle
| Passenger seats | 16 |
|---|---|
| Seats | Black quilted leather seats |
| Seatbelts | Seatbelt at every seat |
| Luggage | 10 to 15 large checked suitcases behind the rear seats; 12 to 14 full-size golf bags |
| Wheelchair access | Wheelchair accessible. Tell us when you book |
| Comfort | Air conditioning, USB charging, Wi-Fi |
| Colour | Silver, no livery |
| Driver | Included on every hire |
How much luggage fits?
A full minibus carries less luggage than people expect, because every seat is taken. Behind the rear seats our Sprinter takes 10 to 15 large checked suitcases, or 12 to 14 full-size golf bags. For more luggage, carry fewer passengers or move up to a coach. Buggies and wheelchairs: tell us in your quote request. Sizing help: minibus or coach: what size do I need?
Do you need a licence to hire it?
No. Every hire includes our driver. Driving a minibus with up to 16 passenger seats yourself needs a D1 entitlement on GOV.UK’s licence categories; the full rules are in our D1 licence guide.
What the minibus is used for
- Airport transfers: a family or small group with suitcases, to Glasgow, Edinburgh or Prestwick airport. See Glasgow Airport minibus transfers.
- Weddings: guests between the hotel, the ceremony and the reception. See wedding guest transport.
- Funerals and janazah: mourners to the prayer and the burial. See funeral and janazah minibus hire.
- Golf and day trips: a group and its kit, with the driver waiting for the day.
In Glasgow, see minibus hire in Glasgow with a driver. The rest of our vehicles: our fleet.
How much does it cost to hire a 16-seater minibus with a driver?
Our minibus with a driver costs from £375 for an airport pick-up. The final price depends on the hours, the distance and the date, and the quote shows what is included.
Market guide: Travelforce lists £350 to £400 a day for a standard 16-seat minibus and £400 to £480 for a VIP one, in London (November 2025). Coach Hire Comparison’s UK rule of thumb for a minibus with driver is £45 to £95 an hour, depending on vehicle standard. These are other firms’ figures, not Ritaat’s. What is included in our quotes: coach and minibus hire prices.
Sprinter minibus questions
How many seats does the Sprinter have?
Our Mercedes Sprinter has 16 passenger seats, each with a seatbelt.
How many suitcases fit?
Behind the rear seats the Sprinter takes 10 to 15 large checked suitcases, or 12 to 14 full-size golf bags. If your group has more luggage, tell us and we’ll suggest a bigger vehicle.
How much is a 16-seater minibus with driver?
Our minibus with a driver is from £375 for an airport pick-up. As a market guide, Travelforce lists £350 to £400 a day for a standard 16-seat minibus in London; that is not Ritaat’s price. Our final price depends on hours, distance and date, and every quote lists what is included.
Is the minibus wheelchair accessible?
Yes. Our Sprinter is wheelchair accessible, so tell us when you book.
Can I drive the minibus myself?
No. We don’t offer self-drive hire. Every Ritaat Coaches minibus hire includes our driver.
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Sources (4)
- GOV.UK, driving licence categories: https://www.gov.uk/driving-licence-categories
- Travelforce, coach hire costs in London (7 November 2025): https://travelforce.co.uk/coach-hire-costs-london/
- Coach Hire Comparison, per-hour price guide: https://www.coachhirecomparison.co.uk/
- Companies House, SC827704: https://find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk/company/SC827704