Guide · Updated October 2026 · By Artisan Limo
Best Limo Service in Chicago
The best limo service in Chicago is the one that fits your trip: the right vehicle for your group, a price you can see before you book, a professional chauffeur, and clear rules on waiting, extra time and cancellation. This guide gives you a checklist to compare Chicago limo companies, real price examples, and the questions to ask before you book. Artisan Limo's own rates and policies are shown as an example, so you can compare like for like.
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Price shown before you book · Hourly from $120, 3-hour minimum · 60 min included wait on domestic arrivals, 90 min international (sedans and SUVs) · Concierge at (888) 850-0420
Checklist
Quick checklist: what the best limo services have in common
| Check | Why it matters | Artisan Limo |
|---|---|---|
| Price shown before you book | No surprise at the end of the night | Full price shown before you book; required trip costs included, gratuity optional |
| Clear hourly minimum | A quote can look low until the minimum is added | 3-hour minimum for sedans and SUVs |
| Extra time rules | Nights and weddings run long | 30-minute steps at the same rate, approved by you and dispatch, subject to availability |
| Airport waiting included | Flights land late | 60 minutes domestic, 90 minutes international, from wheels-down (sedans and SUVs) |
| The right vehicle for your group | Seats and bags both count | Sedans (2 passengers), SUVs (6 passengers), Sprinters (about 8 to 17 passengers), coaches by quote |
| Written cancellation policy | Plans change | 48 hours for standard transfers; 7 days for group programs |
| A person to call | Problems need a human | Concierge at (888) 850-0420 |
Cost
How much does a limo cost in Chicago?
Limo prices depend on the vehicle, the hours and whether you book a single ride or by the hour. Here are Artisan's standard rates as a reference point.
Hourly
Hourly
Hourly service has a 3-hour minimum. Extra time is billed in 30-minute steps at the same rate, approved by you and dispatch, subject to availability.
| Vehicle | Per hour | 3 hours | 4 hours | 8 hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Executive Sedan | $120 | $360 | $480 | $960 |
| Executive SUV (Suburban) | $144 | $432 | $576 | $1,152 |
| Luxury SUV (Escalade) | $165 | $495 | $660 | $1,320 |
| Luxury Sedan (S-Class / 7 Series) | $200 | $600 | $800 | $1,600 |
One-way rides
One-way rides
Starting fares are the minimum for each vehicle class, not a fixed airport or destination fare. Your complete price depends on the exact addresses, time and options, and you see it before you book. Required trip costs are included. Gratuity is optional.
Sprinters and coaches for groups are priced by written quote. When you compare quotes from different companies, check that each one includes the same things: the minimum hours, required trip costs and gratuity.
| Vehicle | Passengers | Starting from |
|---|---|---|
| Executive Sedan | Up to 2 | $135 |
| Executive SUV (Suburban) | Up to 6 | $155 |
| Luxury SUV (Escalade) | Up to 6 | $185 |
| Luxury Sedan (S-Class / 7 Series) | Up to 2 | $235 |
Which limo
Which limo is right for your trip?
Artisan doesn't operate stretch limousines or party buses. For a group, the Limo Sprinter has a lounge-style cabin and a professional chauffeur. See limo service Chicago for vehicles and wedding transportation Chicago for weddings.
| Occasion | Group | Vehicle |
|---|---|---|
| Airport ride or business trip | 1 to 2 passengers | Executive or Luxury Sedan |
| Dinner, anniversary or concert | Up to 6 passengers | Luxury SUV (Escalade) |
| Birthday, bachelor or bachelorette night | About 8 to 17 passengers | Limo Sprinter |
| Wedding party and guests | Varies | Escalade for the couple, Limo Sprinter for the party, Mini Coach for guests |
| Prom or homecoming | Up to 6, or about 8 to 17 passengers | SUV or Limo Sprinter |
Questions
Questions to ask any Chicago limo company
Is the price I see the full price, including required trip costs?
Is gratuity included, optional or added automatically?
What is the hourly minimum, and how is extra time billed?
How much waiting is included at the airport, and from when?
Which exact vehicle will I get, and how many passengers and bags does it take?
Are child seats available, and in which vehicles?
What is the cancellation policy, in writing?
Who do I call on the day if something changes?
Red flags
Red flags when comparing limo services
A low hourly rate with no minimum shown
A price that only appears after you hand over card details and agree
No written cancellation policy
Vague vehicle descriptions with no passenger or bag count
No phone number for the day of your trip
Reviews
Reviews: how to read them
Star ratings are a starting point. Read the recent reviews for the kind of trip you're booking, look for comments about punctuality and the vehicle matching what was booked, and check how the company replies to complaints.
How to book
Book with Artisan Limo
Enter your trip
Pickup, destination or hours, date, passengers and bags.
Review your price
Choose a vehicle and see the full price before you send your request. Your card is saved, not charged. Sprinters and coaches get a written quote.
Ride
Artisan confirms your booking and charges the price you accepted.
Book
See your limo price
Enter your trip in the booking form to see your price, or call the concierge at (888) 850-0420. Back to car service Chicago.
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Speak with the conciergeWhat's the best limo service in Chicago?
The best one for you shows the full price before you book, has the right vehicle for your group, explains its hourly minimum, extra time and cancellation rules in writing, and has a person you can call. Use the checklist above to compare companies side by side.
How much does a limo cost in Chicago?
At Artisan, hourly service is $120 an hour in an Executive Sedan, $144 in a Suburban, $165 in an Escalade and $200 in an S-Class or 7 Series, with a 3-hour minimum. One-way rides start from $135. Sprinters are priced by written quote.
How much does a limo cost for 2 hours?
Artisan's hourly service has a 3-hour minimum. Three hours is $495 in an Escalade and $600 in an S-Class or 7 Series. For a single ride, one-way fares start from $135.
How much is it to hire a limousine for 1 hour?
For a single trip, book a one-way ride from $135. Hourly service, where the chauffeur stays with you, has a 3-hour minimum.
Is a limo cheaper than Uber?
It depends on the trip, the time and how many people are riding. A ride-app price is set when you request and moves with demand. With Artisan, you see the full price before you book. For a group, one SUV or Sprinter is priced per vehicle, not per person.
Do I need to tip the chauffeur?
With Artisan, gratuity is optional. Required trip costs are already included in the price you see before you book. Ask any other company whether gratuity is included or added automatically.
What is the best luxury chauffeur service in Chicago?
Look for luxury sedans and SUVs, professional chauffeurs, airport flight tracking with included waiting, and hourly service for full days. See black car service Chicago for S-Class, 7 Series and Escalade options.
Do you have stretch limousines?
No. Artisan doesn't operate stretch limousines or party buses. For groups, the Limo Sprinter carries about 8 to 17 passengers.
Can I cancel?
Standard confirmed transfers get a full refund when you cancel at least 48 hours before pickup. Inside 48 hours, any refund is at Artisan's discretion. Group programs use 7 days.
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Policies and planning
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