Quick answer
Hourly chauffeur hire keeps a car and driver with you for as long as you need, starting at the confirmed pickup time. Hourly hire starts from A$80 for a hire car and A$129 for a van. Finishing early does not reduce the prepaid amount, and overtime is charged to the nearest half-hour.
A point-to-point transfer takes you from A to B. Hourly hire is different: the car and chauffeur stay with you, so you can run a day of meetings, a shopping trip or a city tour without hunting for a ride each time. Here is how it works in Sydney and Melbourne.
When is hourly hire better than a transfer?
| Your trip | Better choice | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Airport to hotel | Transfer | One journey with a fixed price |
| Back-to-back meetings across the city | Hourly | The same car waits between stops |
| Shopping, dining or a night out | Hourly | Bags stay in the car and there is no waiting for a pickup |
| Sightseeing | Hourly | Quoted upfront and confirmed in writing before the day |
| Weekday commute to one address | Transfer | Simple, point to point |
How is hourly time counted?
- Hire begins at the confirmed pickup time.
- The journey must end in, or as close as practical to, the suburb where it started.
- Finishing early does not reduce the prepaid amount.
- Overtime is charged to the nearest half-hour.
- Changes are subject to the chauffeur's availability and need your approval and the driver's agreement.
How much does hourly hire cost?
Hourly hire starts from A$80 for a hire car and from A$129 for a van or other high-capacity vehicle. The final price depends on how many hours you book and the vehicle you choose, and it is quoted upfront. Tolls and parking are included on a pre-booked time booking. Our guide to chauffeur costs explains how the fare is calculated.
Which vehicle should I choose?
Business and first-class sedans carry up to four passengers with two suitcases. Luxury SUVs carry four with four suitcases, people movers carry seven with five, and vans carry eleven with eight. For a business day, a sedan keeps things quiet for calls. For a group sightseeing day, a people mover or van keeps everyone together.
How do I book hourly hire?
- Open the booking form and choose Hourly.
- Enter your pickup address, start time, the number of hours and your passengers.
- Review the fixed fare shown before you pay.
- Receive written confirmation with your vehicle and pickup details.
Regular business travellers can open a corporate account with monthly invoicing and cost-centre references.
