Minimum Hours & Booking Requirements
Different vehicles have different minimum booking requirements. Understanding these helps you plan better and get the most value from your reservation.
Why Do Minimum Hours Exist?
Vehicle Preparation
Larger vehicles require more time to clean, inspect, and prepare. Minimums ensure proper maintenance.
Chauffeur Assignment
Our professional chauffeurs need to be scheduled effectively. Minimums help ensure quality service.
Quality Experience
Minimums allow us to provide the full luxury experience without rushing your journey.
Transfer Service = No Minimum Hours!
Minimum hour requirements only apply to hourly charter service. For point-to-point transfer service (like airport pickups), you pay a flat rate with no hourly minimum.
2 Hour Minimum
Sedans and SUVs - perfect for quick trips
Lincoln Continental
Cadillac CT6
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Cadillac Escalade ESV
Lincoln Navigator L
Ford Transit Passenger Van
3 Hour Minimum
Vans, Sprinters, and exotic vehicles
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Executive
Mercedes Sprinter Shuttle
Party Van
Lincoln Stretch Limousine
Rolls-Royce Phantom
Bentley Flying Spur
4 Hour Minimum
Party buses and specialty vehicles
Cadillac Escalade Stretch
Hummer H2 Limousine
20-Passenger Party Bus
30-Passenger Party Bus
56-Passenger Motor Coach
1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud
5 Hour Minimum
Large party buses for extended events
Quick Reference: Starting Rates
| Vehicle | Min Hours | Hourly Rate | Starting At |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Continental | 2 hrs | $85/hr | $170 |
| Cadillac CT6 | 2 hrs | $90/hr | $180 |
| Ford Transit Passenger Van | 2 hrs | $95/hr | $190 |
| Lincoln Navigator L | 2 hrs | $120/hr | $240 |
| Mercedes-Benz S-Class | 2 hrs | $125/hr | $250 |
| Cadillac Escalade ESV | 2 hrs | $125/hr | $250 |
| Mercedes Sprinter Shuttle | 3 hrs | $150/hr | $450 |
| Lincoln Stretch Limousine | 3 hrs | $150/hr | $450 |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Executive | 3 hrs | $175/hr | $525 |
| Party Van | 3 hrs | $175/hr | $525 |
| Bentley Flying Spur | 3 hrs | $450/hr | $1350 |
| Rolls-Royce Phantom | 3 hrs | $500/hr | $1500 |
| Cadillac Escalade Stretch | 4 hrs | $250/hr | $1000 |
| 20-Passenger Party Bus | 4 hrs | $250/hr | $1000 |
| Hummer H2 Limousine | 4 hrs | $275/hr | $1100 |
| 56-Passenger Motor Coach | 4 hrs | $275/hr | $1100 |
| 30-Passenger Party Bus | 4 hrs | $350/hr | $1400 |
| 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud | 4 hrs | $550/hr | $2200 |
| 40-Passenger Party Bus | 5 hrs | $450/hr | $2250 |
💰 Tips for Best Value
Use Transfer Service
For simple A-to-B trips, our transfer service has no minimum hours—just a flat rate.
Plan Your Itinerary
When using hourly service, plan your stops efficiently to maximize your booked time.
Right-Size Your Vehicle
A smaller vehicle with lower minimums might suit your needs while saving money.
Book Extra Time
It's cheaper to book extra hours upfront than to extend last-minute at premium rates.
Transfer vs Hourly: Which is Right for You?
Transfer Service
Flat-rate point-to-point transportation. No minimum hours required.
- ✓ No minimum hours
- ✓ Fixed, predictable pricing
- ✓ Perfect for airport trips
Hourly Service
Your chauffeur on standby for as long as you need. Minimum hours apply.
- ✓ Multiple stops allowed
- ✓ Flexible itinerary changes
- ✓ Perfect for events & tours
Ready to Book?
Our team can help you choose the right vehicle and service type for your needs.
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