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Chauffeur Service Chicago
Artisan Limo provides chauffeur service in Chicago and the suburbs: a professional private driver and a luxury vehicle for an airport ride, a day of meetings, an evening out or a multi-day visit. Choose an Executive Sedan, an S-Class or 7 Series, a Suburban or an Escalade, or a Sprinter for groups. A private chauffeur by the hour starts at $120 an hour with a 3-hour minimum, and one-way rides start from $135. You see the price before you book. Book online or call (888) 850-0420.
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Private driver from $120/hour · Executive and luxury vehicles · Price shown before you book · One concierge for your whole visit
- Private driver by the hour
- From $120 an hour, 3-hour minimum.Private chauffeur rates
- Half day or full day
- 4 hours from $480, 8 hours from $960.Private driver prices
- One-way rides
- Starting from $135. You see the price before you book.Book your chauffeur
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Private chauffeur rates in Chicago
Your chauffeur stays with you and waits between stops during your booked time. You see the price before you book. Sedans seat 2 passengers with 3 bags; SUVs seat 6 passengers with 6 bags.
| 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 |
- 3-hour minimum for hourly service. Extra time is billed in 30-minute steps at the same rate, approved by you and dispatch, subject to availability. For full details on hourly bookings, see hourly car service Chicago.
| Vehicle | Starting from |
|---|---|
| Executive Sedan | $135 |
| Executive SUV — Suburban | $155 |
| Luxury SUV — Escalade | $185 |
| Luxury Sedan — S-Class/7 Series | $235 |
- 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.
Day prices
How much does a private driver cost in Chicago?
Gratuity is optional. Extra time is billed in 30-minute steps at the same rate, approved by you and dispatch, subject to availability.
| Booking | Executive Sedan | Suburban | Escalade | S-Class / 7 Series |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Half day (4 hours) | $480 | $576 | $660 | $800 |
| Full day (8 hours) | $960 | $1,152 | $1,320 | $1,600 |
| Two full days (2 × 8 hours) | $1,920 | $2,304 | $2,640 | $3,200 |
What we do
What your Chicago chauffeur does
Executive car service
Meetings in the Loop, River North, the West Loop and Oak Brook, with the car waiting outside each stop. Approved corporate accounts get company invoicing and cost centers, and chauffeur continuity is available on request where possible. See corporate car service Chicago.
Airport arrivals and departures
Your chauffeur picks you up in the lower-level lane for prearranged cars at O'Hare or Midway, and we track your flight. Domestic arrivals in a sedan or SUV include 60 minutes of waiting and international arrivals 90 minutes, counted from wheels-down. For Sprinters, vans and coaches, waiting is set in the written quote. An optional meet-and-greet is $25 for eligible airport arrivals.
Private aviation
For private flights, send the FBO and tail number, or your flight team's timing, and we coordinate your pickup. We confirm the meeting point at your FBO. See Chicago private jet car service.
A day around the city
Shopping on the Magnificent Mile, lunch in the West Loop, the Art Institute, a drive up the North Shore. List your stops and your chauffeur handles the driving and the parking.
Evenings and events
Dinner, a show, a gala or a game, with a set pickup point when it ends. For larger groups and celebrations, see our limo service Chicago.
Multi-day visits
Book several days with the same concierge, and ask for the same chauffeur each day. We arrange that where possible.
Vehicles
Choose your vehicle
Sprinters, Mini Coaches and Motorcoaches are priced by written quote for your date and group.
Child seats are available in SUVs only, up to 2 per vehicle. Request them in advance with each child's age, weight and height. Child seats are subject to availability.
Prefer a sedan or SUV for one person or a small party? Our black car service Chicago covers the luxury sedans and SUVs in detail.
| Vehicle | Passengers | Bags | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Executive Sedan | Up to 2 passengers | Up to 3 bags | Solo travelers and couples |
| Luxury Sedan (S-Class / 7 Series) | Up to 2 passengers | Up to 3 bags | Executives and VIP guests |
| Executive SUV (Suburban) | Up to 6 passengers | Up to 6 bags | Families, child seats, extra luggage |
| Luxury SUV (Escalade) | Up to 6 passengers | Up to 6 bags | Small groups traveling in style |
| Jet Sprinter | About 8–10 passengers | 4–6 bags | Executive groups and VIP guests |
| Executive Sprinter | About 13 passengers | By layout | Teams and airport groups |
| Limo Sprinter | About 8–17 passengers | 4–6 bags | Nights out, weddings and celebrations |
| Mini Coach | Up to 24 passengers | By coach | Events and guest groups |
| Motorcoach | Up to 56 passengers | By coach | Large events and conferences |
Why Artisan
Why book a chauffeur with Artisan
The price comes first
You see it before you book. Required trip costs are included and gratuity is optional.
Professional chauffeurs
Every ride has a professional chauffeur, and your concierge coordinates the details of your trip.
Discreet and on time
Your chauffeur arrives at the time you set and waits between stops on hourly bookings.
One concierge
One team for every ride in your visit, including bookings you make for guests.
Booking for someone else?
Choose "Booking for someone else" and enter the passenger's name and phone number. The passenger doesn't get an automatic message. Confirmations go to you, and the concierge uses the passenger's details to coordinate the pickup.
How to book
Book a chauffeur in three steps
Enter your trip
Pickup, destination, date, time, passengers and bags. For airports, add the flight number.
Review your price
Choose a vehicle, see the complete trip price and send your request. Your card is saved, not charged. Sprinters and coaches get a written quote.
Ride
Artisan confirms your ride and charges the price you accepted. Your chauffeur meets you at the address, or at the airport on your actual arrival time.
Areas
Chauffeur service across Chicago and the suburbs
The Loop, River North, the Gold Coast, Streeterville, Lincoln Park, the West Loop, Hyde Park, Evanston, Wilmette, Winnetka, Lake Forest, Oak Brook, Hinsdale, Schaumburg and Naperville, plus O'Hare, Midway, Chicago Executive and DuPage airports. All services: car service Chicago.
Book
Book your Chicago chauffeur
Enter your stops and hours in the booking form, or call the concierge at (888) 850-0420.
Personal attention, every mile
Before you book
Chauffeur service Chicago FAQ
For your exact route, vehicle and timing, review the trip details and terms before submitting.
Speak with the conciergeHow much does a private driver cost in Chicago?
With Artisan Limo, a private driver with a vehicle 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. A full 8-hour day is $960 in an Executive Sedan.
How much does it cost to hire a chauffeur-driven car?
For one ride, from $135 in an Executive Sedan to $235 in an S-Class or 7 Series. For several stops, book hourly from $120 an hour. You see the full price before you book.
Where can I find private chauffeur services in Chicago?
Book online with Artisan Limo or call the concierge at (888) 850-0420. Enter your stops and hours, choose a vehicle and see the price before you book.
Can you hire someone to drive you around for a day?
Yes. Book hourly chauffeur service and your driver stays with you between stops for the time you book, with a 3-hour minimum. Eight hours in an Executive Sedan is $960.
Can the chauffeur drive my own car?
No. Artisan's chauffeur service includes the vehicle. Your chauffeur drives the sedan, SUV or Sprinter in your booking.
What is a private driver called?
A chauffeur: a professional driver for a pre-booked luxury vehicle. They arrive at a set time, handle bags and wait between stops, so you can work or relax on the way.
What is executive car service?
Chauffeured transportation for business travel: airport transfers, meetings and client pickups in an executive sedan or SUV. Approved corporate accounts get company invoicing and cost centers.
Can I request the same chauffeur every day?
Yes, on request. We arrange chauffeur continuity where possible.
Is hiring a private chauffeur worth it?
It depends on your day. With several stops, one hourly price covers the car and the driver, and you skip parking and waiting for each new ride. For a single short ride, a one-way booking costs less than an hourly booking.
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Policies and planning
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