Hourly charter gives you a dedicated vehicle and chauffeur for a set block of time with unlimited stops within that period.
This service works better than point-to-point rides when your schedule has several stops. The vehicle stays with you, so you avoid multiple bookings and wait-time confusion. Our dispatch team, based in New York, sources the car and driver through vetted local operators in Los Angeles. You book by the hour, and the chauffeur follows your run sheet.
Real estate agents, location scouts, VIP shoppers, and production teams use this service in Los Angeles.
Common itineraries include Beverly Hills property tours along Rodeo Drive and Canon Drive. Rodeo Drive spans roughly three blocks in the heart of Beverly Hills. Location scouts visit Griffith Park, Silver Lake, and the Arts District in a single afternoon. Production teams run errands between Hollywood, Studio City, and Burbank. VIP shoppers use hourly charters during the holiday season and for awards-season styling appointments. The Hollywood Bowl summer season runs from June through October and keeps evening hourly demand high.
Pricing is a flat hourly rate with a minimum number of hours.
Sedan hourly charters start at $130 with a three-hour minimum. SUV hourly charters start at $160, and larger vehicles require longer minimums. Overtime is prorated in 15- or 30-minute increments depending on the vehicle. Parking, tolls, and event surcharges are billed separately. Multi-hour and full-day blocks receive discounted rates when booked in advance.
The honest limitation is vehicle availability for last-minute extensions.
We hold your car for the booked block, but we cannot promise the same vehicle will stay past the reserved time. During peak periods, every sedan in the affiliate network may already be assigned. If you think the day will run long, book the extra hour upfront. It is easier to release unused time than to find a spare car at 5 p.m. on a Friday. We will always try to extend, but we cannot guarantee it.
What an hourly block is good for in Los Angeles
Los Angeles spreads out, and many of the days people plan here involve more driving between stops than time at each one. An hourly charter keeps one vehicle and one chauffeur on your schedule for the whole block, so you step out, do what you came for and step back in without re-booking.
- Property tours. Buyers and agents move between Brentwood, Bel Air, Hancock Park and the hills above Sunset without parking at every listing.
- Shopping and dining. Rodeo Drive, Melrose Avenue and The Grove in one afternoon, with bags left safely in the car.
- The coast. A drive up Pacific Coast Highway to Malibu for lunch, then back through Santa Monica before the evening rush.
- Evenings out. Dinner in West Hollywood, a show in Hollywood and a late drop at the hotel, with the car waiting between each.
What the minimum costs
Every hourly booking starts with a three-hour minimum. At starting rates that works out to $360 for a sedan, $450 for an SUV, $690 for the S-Class and $720 for the Sprinter. Time beyond the booked block is billed in increments, and the reservation form confirms the final price for your date and itinerary.
If your plan is a single trip rather than a series of stops, a point-to-point booking is usually cheaper. For weddings and galas, the events page covers timelines and guest shuttles.
Vehicle options and hourly rates
| Vehicle | Seats / bags | Hourly | Best for |
|---|
| Executive SedanMercedes E-Class or similar | 3 / 3 | $120/hr, 3-hr min | Airport transfers and one-on-one business travel |
| Luxury SUVCadillac Escalade or similar | 6 / 6 | $150/hr, 3-hr min | Families, small teams and heavy luggage |
| Luxury SedanMercedes S-Class or similar | 3 / 3 | $230/hr, 3-hr min | Premieres, VIP guests and executive days |
| Executive VanMercedes Sprinter or similar | 14 / 14 | $240/hr, 3-hr min | Crews, roadshows, weddings and group moves |
One-way point-to-point fares start at $130 for a sedan and $160 for an SUV; the reservation form confirms the exact price for your addresses and time before you book. See the full rate sheet or fleet details.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a limit on stops?+
No. You may make unlimited stops within the booked time and mileage area. Out-of-area trips may require a route-based quote.
Can I book hourly service from LAX?+
Yes, though LAX trips often convert to fixed-route pricing unless you need multiple stops after pickup.
What is the shortest hourly block you offer?+
Sedans require a three-hour minimum. SUVs and larger vehicles typically require four- or five-hour minimums.
What does the three-hour minimum cost?+
At starting rates the three-hour minimum is $360 for a sedan, $450 for an SUV, $690 for the S-Class and $720 for the Sprinter. The reservation form confirms the final price for your date and itinerary.
Can I extend my booking while I am in the car?+
Tell your chauffeur or dispatch as early as possible. Extensions depend on whether the vehicle has a later assignment, and extra time is billed in increments.
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