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How Is a Limo or Black Car Quote Calculated?

Every limo and black car ride is a little different, so instead of a one-size-fits-all price, we give you a free quote for your exact trip before you book. Here's what goes into it, and how to get an accurate quote quickly.

The Four Things That Shape Your Quote

  • Vehicle: a black car sedan, an SUV, a stretch limo or a van. Bigger vehicles carry more people and luggage.

  • Distance: where you're starting and where you're going. A ride from Burlingame to SFO is different from a ride from Danville to SFO.

  • Hours: for hourly bookings, weddings and events, the number of hours you keep the car and driver.

  • Time of day: pickups between midnight and 5 a.m. include a small early morning fee.

One-Way Rides vs. Hourly Bookings

One-way rides, like a trip to the airport or across the Bay, are quoted on the vehicle and the distance.

Hourly bookings are for when you want a car and driver to stay with you, like a wedding, prom, night out, day trip or a day of meetings. These are quoted by the hour, with a few minimums:

  • Hourly bookings: 3-hour minimum

  • Stretch limo: 5-hour minimum

  • Weddings: 5 hours for the stretch limo, 3 hours for sedans, SUVs and vans

Learn more about hourly bookings on our private driver service page.

How to Get an Accurate Quote Fast

The more detail you give us, the more accurate your quote. Include:

  • Pickup address and destination

  • Date and pickup time

  • Number of passengers and how much luggage

  • Any stops along the way

  • Your flight number, for airport pickups

  • For hourly trips, roughly how long you'll need the car

Why We Quote Every Trip

Because every trip is different, a quote for your actual ride is the clearest way to know what you'll pay. You get it before you book, there's no obligation, and the early morning fee is already included if it applies.

Which Vehicle Should I Ask About?

  • 1 to 3 people: black car sedan

  • Up to 7 people or extra luggage: SUV

  • Celebrations with up to 9 people: stretch limo

  • 8 to 11 people: van

For more detail, read Black Car, SUV or Limo: Which Should You Book?

Get Your Free Quote

Call (650) 921-5188, email limoampm@gmail.com or fill out the form on our Booking page. American Limo & Sedans has served the San Francisco Bay Area for more than 20 years and is available 24/7.