8- or 12-hour blocks
Full Day Chauffeur NYC
An 8-hour Executive Sedan day is $880 and a 12-hour day is $1,320, with unlimited stops within booked hours.
Quick answer
Plan a full day with Chauffeur Service NYC in 8- or 12-hour blocks, with hourly rates from $110 and a 3-hour minimum. Hourly service includes unlimited stops within booked hours. Our TLC-licensed, company-owned fleet serves all five boroughs and the tri-state area, with 24/7 dispatch and a dedicated roadshow coordinator (a separate charge on the quote).
Rates
How much does it cost to have a personal driver for a day?
An 8-hour Executive Sedan day is $880, and a 12-hour day is $1,320 at the published $110 hourly rate. These totals are the hourly rate multiplied by the booked hours. All four hourly sedan and SUV classes have a 3-hour minimum, and hourly service includes unlimited stops within booked hours.
| Vehicle class | Passengers / bags | Hourly rate (3-hour minimum) | JFK ↔ Midtown Manhattan transfer (all-in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Executive Sedan | 2 / 2 | $110/hr | From $174.61 |
| Executive SUV (Chevrolet Suburban) | 6 / 6 | $130/hr | From $202.53 |
| Cadillac Escalade ESV | 6 / 6 | $150/hr | From $236.49 |
| Mercedes-Benz S-Class / BMW 7 Series | 3 / 2 | $180/hr | From $306.30 |
| Executive Sprinter | 13 / 14 | Quote on request | Quote on request |
| Jet Sprinter | 10 / 10 | Quote on request | Quote on request |
| Mercedes-Maybach | 2 / 2 | Quote on request | Quote on request |
| Rolls-Royce | 3 / 3 | Quote on request | Quote on request |
All transfer fares include tolls and congestion surcharges. Pricing / rate book lists published rates. Quote on request: call (888) 883-8180 or request a quote online. Include the date, stops, passenger and luggage details, and requested start and finish times for specialty vehicles.
8- and 12-hour planning totals
The totals below are each published hourly rate multiplied by 8 or 12 hours. Hourly service includes unlimited stops within the booked hours.
| Vehicle class | 8 hours: rate × 8 | 12 hours: rate × 12 |
|---|---|---|
| Executive Sedan | $880 | $1,320 |
| Executive SUV (Chevrolet Suburban) | $1,040 | $1,560 |
| Cadillac Escalade ESV | $1,200 | $1,800 |
| Mercedes-Benz S-Class / BMW 7 Series | $1,440 | $2,160 |
Days in one of our luxury-class sedans or SUVs, such as the Cadillac Escalade ESV, are priced at that class’s published hourly rate multiplied by the booked hours.
Day Hire
Can you hire a car and driver for a day?
Yes—request an 8- or 12-hour booking with a first pickup, ordered stops, and a final release point. Hourly service includes unlimited stops within the booked hours. Include where you need the vehicle available between appointments and the journey after your last meeting or attraction.
Use Hourly Chauffeur Service NYC for broader by-the-hour service. For investor meetings and other business itineraries, Roadshow transportation offers a dedicated roadshow coordinator as a separate charge on the quote. Mark fixed appointment times and any stops that can move if the itinerary changes.
Clients who want the same chauffeur beyond a single day can arrange monthly or retained chauffeur service, which keeps the same chauffeur whenever possible.
Day Length
Should I book 8 hours or 12 hours?
Choose 8 hours when the first pickup-to-final drop-off window fits within 8 hours; choose 12 hours when the schedule needs an earlier start or later finish. Measure the booking from the first pickup through the last passenger drop-off. Include the driving needed after the final meeting or attraction.
| Planning example | Requested window | Information to provide |
|---|---|---|
| Meetings and a return to the hotel | 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; 8 hours | Each office entrance, meeting end time, and final hotel |
| A family sightseeing day | 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; 8 hours | Attractions, timed admissions, meal stop, and walking needs |
| Early meetings followed by dinner | 8 a.m.–8 p.m.; 12 hours | Morning pickup, dinner departure, and final destination |
| Airport arrival followed by appointments | Quote the complete arrival-to-release plan | Flight, terminal, expected exit process, and appointment deadlines |
These are scheduling examples, not driving-time estimates. For transportation on several dates, use Monthly Chauffeur Service NYC to submit the recurring pattern separately. On an hourly booking, the same car and chauffeur can stay with you all day, and monthly or retained clients keep the same chauffeur whenever possible.
Multiple Stops
Can you hire a driver to drive you around?
One 8- or 12-hour hourly booking includes unlimited stops within the booked hours. Provide the pickup and stop addresses, expected time at each stop, and final release point. Include time for entering buildings, collecting passengers, and returning to the vehicle.
For one defined journey, compare Point to Point Car Service NYC. If you need separate morning and evening journeys, request both transfer quotes. If you need a vehicle available throughout the interval, request hourly service for that full window.
Airports
Can an airport pickup be part of a full day?
Airport arrivals include 60 minutes of domestic or 90 minutes of international waiting from landing, with real-time flight tracking. A delay before landing does not use that allowance. Curbside pickup is included; inside-terminal meet & greet with a name sign is +$25.
Provide the flight number and the first appointment that cannot move. The JFK–Midtown all-in fare above covers that transfer; the 8- or 12-hour table shows hourly-rate calculations for a full day of later stops.
Family Days
How should I plan a day with children or older relatives?
For an 8-hour family itinerary, share passenger needs, stop addresses, luggage, and mobility requirements when requesting the quote. Child seats cost $25 each in SUVs and Sprinters, with up to 2 per booking. The fleet table lists published passenger and bag capacities. Describe boarding needs so dispatch can include them in the day plan.
Give each stop an arrival target and allow time for your party to get ready for the next pickup. Identify a step-free entrance or a shorter walking route when needed, and state whether luggage needs to remain in the vehicle between stops.
Entrances & Curbs
Which NYC entrances and curbs should I put in the itinerary?
Three useful itinerary details are Lincoln Center’s pickup area, the Javits Center’s main entrance at 429 11th Avenue, and NYC DOT’s curb rules.
Lincoln Center lists passenger pickup and drop-off for Josie Robertson Plaza on Columbus Avenue between West 63rd and West 64th Streets. It also identifies plaza access ramps at both street intersections. Name the specific performance or attraction and use the current pickup instructions. Source: Lincoln Center.
The Javits Center lists its main entrance at 429 11th Avenue. Provide the event’s designated entrance as well as the venue name, since exhibitor, attendee, or private-event instructions may identify another meeting location. Source: Javits Center.
NYC DOT allows active passenger pickup and drop-off under a No Standing restriction, but not waiting. No Stopping prohibits stopping. Choose pickup locations that follow the posted restrictions. Source: NYC DOT.
Booking
How booking works
Send the day plan.
Use Book online for an instant quote, or call (888) 883-8180. Give the date, first pickup, stops, and final release time.
Describe the party.
Add passenger and bag counts, child seats, mobility requirements, and flight details where applicable.
Choose the service window.
Review the vehicle class, hourly rate, 3-hour minimum, and requested start and release times.
Name the day-of contact.
Identify who can approve itinerary changes and keep that person reachable through final drop-off.
Questions & answers
Frequently asked questions
Is the 8-hour sedan calculation an all-inclusive day rate?
No. $880 is the $110 Executive Sedan hourly rate multiplied by 8 hours; the 12-hour calculation is $1,320. Transfer fares include tolls and congestion surcharges. Taxes and fees are included in the fare; gratuity is not included and is added by the client.
Does a 12-hour booking guarantee the same chauffeur throughout?
On an hourly booking, the same car and chauffeur can stay with you all day, and monthly or retained clients keep the same chauffeur whenever possible.
Can I extend the day after booking?
Call dispatch at (888) 883-8180 to request an extension. Hourly extensions need approval from you and from us and are billed in 30-minute increments.
Can the chauffeur wait outside every stop?
Two NYC DOT curb rules matter: No Standing allows active pickup and drop-off but not waiting; No Stopping prohibits stopping. Hourly service includes unlimited stops within the booked hours. Source: NYC DOT.
Can a day start in one borough and finish in another?
Chauffeur Service NYC serves all five boroughs and the tri-state area. Submit the first pickup, intermediate stops, and final destination for your 8- or 12-hour request.
Is a full day suitable for a roadshow?
A dedicated roadshow coordinator is available for roadshow transportation as a separate charge on the quote. Include the meeting list, fixed arrival times, and the contact for schedule changes in your 8- or 12-hour request.
Can I request a Sprinter for the day?
Yes. The Executive Sprinter seats 13 passengers with 14 bags. The Jet Sprinter carries up to 10 passengers and 10 bags. Quote on request: call (888) 883-8180 or request a quote online. Specify the vehicle class and requested start and finish times.
What if the day finishes earlier than planned?
The 8- or 12-hour quote covers the selected service window. Make changes by phone or email; a change requested close to pickup may be handled as a cancellation plus a new booking, and every change is confirmed in writing by email.
How much do private drivers cost in NYC?
Hourly rates are $110 for an Executive Sedan, $130 for an Executive SUV (Chevrolet Suburban), $150 for a Cadillac Escalade ESV, and $180 for a Mercedes-Benz S-Class / BMW 7 Series. Each class has a 3-hour minimum, and hourly service includes unlimited stops within booked hours.
Is a private driver cheaper than Uber?
A direct comparison depends on the trip and service window. Chauffeur Service NYC’s Executive Sedan rate is $110 per hour with a 3-hour minimum, and hourly service includes unlimited stops within booked hours. Request an instant quote for your schedule at Book online.
How do I hire a private driver in NYC?
Request an instant quote at Book online or call (888) 883-8180. Booking and dispatch are available 24/7. Share your date, first pickup, stops, passenger and bag counts, and final release time.
How much does a private driver charge?
The Executive Sedan is $110 per hour, the Executive SUV (Chevrolet Suburban) is $130 per hour, the Cadillac Escalade ESV is $150 per hour, and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class / BMW 7 Series is $180 per hour. Each class has a 3-hour minimum.
24/7 dispatch
Reserve your full-day chauffeur
Explore Chauffeur services, Book online, or call (888) 883-8180. Send the itinerary to info@chauffeurservicenyc.com and identify whether you are planning an 8- or 12-hour window. Dispatch and booking are available 24/7.