Guide · Updated September 2026
How to hire a personal driver in New Jersey
Hiring a personal driver is simpler and often cheaper than people expect. Here is what a private driver costs in North Jersey, the difference between a driver for your car and a chauffeured SUV, and what to ask before you book.
Two ways to hire a private driver
- A driver for your own car. A professional chauffeur drives you in your vehicle. You keep your seats, your car seats and your settings, and your car comes home with you. This is also how a designated driver service works.
- A chauffeured vehicle. The company provides both the driver and a luxury car or SUV, priced as a flat rate per trip or by the hour.
How much does a personal driver cost?
Our personal driver service is $60 per hour with a 3-hour minimum, so the shortest booking is $180. Because it is your car, fuel, tolls and parking are paid by the vehicle owner.
| Booking | Hours | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Dinner or a party | 3 | $180 |
| Wedding guest, door to door | 5 | $300 |
| Full workday | 8 | $480 |
If you would rather ride in our vehicle, a chauffeured luxury SUV is $160 flat to Newark Airport and $250 flat to Manhattan, tolls included.
When people hire a personal driver
- Designated driver nights: weddings, holiday parties, concerts and dinners with drinks
- Tailgating at MetLife Stadium in your own SUV
- Long workdays of back-to-back meetings where you would rather take calls than drive
- After an appointment when you would rather not drive yourself home
- Older family members who prefer to ride in their own car
What to ask before you hire a driver
- Is there an hourly minimum, and when does the clock start and stop?
- Who pays for fuel, tolls and parking?
- Is gratuity included? See how much to tip your driver.
- Where will the driver meet you, and how do they get home at the end?
Personal driver vs. rideshare
A rideshare gets you there, but your car stays home and you pay again for the ride back. A personal driver keeps you and your car together all night, and you know the hourly rate up front.
How to book
Call or text (908) 680-0047 with the date, start time, pickup address and your plans. Your chauffeur meets you at your car and drives you for as long as you need.
FAQ
Quick answers
How much does a personal driver cost in NJ?
Prestige Transport's personal driver service is $60 per hour with a 3-hour minimum. Fuel, tolls and parking are paid by the vehicle owner.
Can I hire someone to drive my car?
Yes. A personal driver service puts a professional chauffeur behind the wheel of your own vehicle.
What is a designated driver service?
A designated driver service provides a sober, professional driver who takes you to your event in your car and drives you and your car home afterward.
What is the difference between a private driver and a chauffeur?
The terms overlap. A chauffeur is a professional driver, and a private driver is one booked just for you, either in your car or in the company's vehicle.
How do I hire a private driver near me?
In North Jersey, call or text (908) 680-0047 with your date, start time, pickup address and plans.
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