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How Much Does It Cost to Rent a Luxury Wedding Car?

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The short version

Most luxury wedding cars cost between $300 and $1,200 for a booking of about three to four hours. A luxury sedan sits at the lower end, a stretch limo in the middle, and a vintage Rolls-Royce or a supercar at the top. Your date, the hours, the car and the distance decide the final price, and booking early is the easiest way to get good value.

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Your wedding car is one of the few things in the budget that’s in almost every photo, so it’s worth knowing what it really costs before you book. In short: most luxury wedding cars cost between $300 and $1,200 for a booking of about three to four hours. Here’s what the different cars typically cost, what moves the price up or down, what’s usually included, and how to get the best value for your day.

Typical wedding car prices

These are typical US price ranges for a booking of around four hours. Your own quote depends on your date, your city and exactly what you book.

Wedding carTypical price range
Luxury sedan, such as a Mercedes-Benz S-Class$300–$600
Stretch limousine (Lincoln or Cadillac, 8–10 seats)$400–$800
Bentley Continental GT$600–$900
Rolls-Royce Ghost$700–$1,200
Stretch Hummer limousine (12–18 seats)$750–$1,200
Classic Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud$900–$1,500
Ferrari or Lamborghini$800–$2,500+

A full day of five to eight hours typically adds 30 to 50 percent, and extras such as special decorations or a sound system can add $50 to $300.

What changes the price

  • The date. Peak wedding season runs from about May to September, and Saturdays, holiday weekends and popular dates like Valentine’s Day cost more. Fridays, Sundays and winter dates are often better value.
  • The hours. A single trip from the ceremony to the reception is the cheapest option. A block of hours for photos, or a full day, costs more. Many cars have a minimum booking of a few hours, especially on peak-season Saturdays.
  • The car. The rarer the car, the higher the price. A classic Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud or a supercar costs more than a modern sedan or a limo.
  • The distance. Long drives, a far-away venue or several pickup points add time, and time is what you pay for.
  • The city. Big metro areas such as New York, Los Angeles, Miami and San Francisco usually cost more than smaller cities and suburbs.
  • The extras. Custom ribbons and flowers, a red carpet or a special sound system can all add to the total.

What’s usually included

  • A professional chauffeur, dressed for the day.
  • Fuel and the car itself, prepared and cleaned for the wedding.
  • Standard decorations, usually ribbons, on most wedding cars.
  • Waiting time within your booking, so the car waits while you say your vows.

Not always included: gratuity (15 to 20 percent is the norm; see our tipping guide), overtime if the day runs late, parking or tolls, and special extras. Always ask for exactly what’s included before you book.

A black Mercedes-Benz S-Class sedan
The Mercedes-Benz S-Class: understated luxury at the lower end of the range.

A luxury sedan is the elegant, sensible choice for the couple or the parents, especially for a short ceremony-to-reception run.

A black Rolls-Royce Ghost parked on a coastal road
The Rolls-Royce Ghost, the modern Rolls-Royce for weddings.

A modern Rolls-Royce gives you the Spirit of Ecstasy, rear-hinged coach doors and a cabin made for a gown. It’s the classic statement car of the 2020s.

A white 1961 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud in a hotel driveway
A white 1961 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud, the vintage favorite.

A vintage Rolls-Royce costs the most of the classic options, because there are so few of them and every one is cared for like a collector’s piece. Compare the best of them in our pick of the 10 best classic and vintage wedding cars.

A white Hummer H2 stretch limousine
The Hummer H2 white limousine carries the whole wedding party.

A stretch limo or Hummer limo is often the best value per person, because the bridesmaids or groomsmen ride together in one booking. For guests, a wedding shuttle does the same job for the whole crowd.

How to get the best value

  • Book early. Six to twelve months ahead gives you the widest choice and the best chance of your first-choice car, especially for vintage cars.
  • Be flexible with the date. A Friday, a Sunday or an off-season wedding usually costs less than a June Saturday.
  • Book only the hours you need. If you only want a statement car for the exit, a getaway-only booking costs far less than a full day. Our getaway car guide explains how.
  • Keep the route tight. Fewer pickups and shorter drives mean fewer hours.
  • Be clear upfront. Share the timings, addresses and extras you want, so your quote covers everything and nothing comes as a surprise.

Why book your wedding car with RentX

You tell us the date, the places and the style you’re after, and we send back the cars that are free on your day, each with a clear quote. You compare them in one place, book with RentX, and have one number to call if plans change. See every wedding car, Rolls-Royce and classic car on RentX.

Questions people ask

How much does it cost to rent a wedding car?

Most luxury wedding cars cost between $300 and $1,200 for about three to four hours. Supercars and rare vintage cars can cost more.

Is the chauffeur included in the price?

Yes, the chauffeur is normally part of a wedding car booking. Gratuity usually isn’t, so allow 15 to 20 percent.

Is there a minimum booking time?

Often, yes. Many wedding cars have a minimum of a few hours, especially on Saturdays in peak season. Ask when you request a quote.

What happens if the wedding runs late?

Extra time is usually charged by the hour. Ask about overtime before the day, and build some spare time into your booking.

How far ahead should we book a wedding car?

Six to twelve months ahead is ideal, and earlier for a specific vintage car or a peak-season Saturday.

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