When you need a personal driver in Wellington for consecutive appointments, meetings across the city, or a full day moving between commitments, hourly chauffeur service gives you a dedicated vehicle and driver who waits between stops. The chauffeur has been providing this in Wellington since 2002, with employed drivers who know the city and a fixed price shown in full before you confirm.
What does hiring a personal driver by the hour actually include?
You get a Mercedes vehicle and employed chauffeur for the duration you book — whether that's three hours or a full day. The driver waits during your appointments, handles your route, and stays with you for the entire period. It's door-to-door service across Wellington without watching a meter climb.
How do I know the driver will be on time for the first pickup?
The chauffeur employs and trains every driver directly, so punctuality is non-negotiable and accountability is clear. You'll receive driver details before pickup, and because this isn't an app model, there's no risk of a contractor declining your booking at the last moment.
Which vehicle should I book for hourly hire in Wellington?
The Mercedes E-Class sedan suits up to two passengers with two suitcases and two carry-ons. For up to four passengers, the V-Class handles four suitcases plus four carry-ons. If you're moving a larger group — up to ten people — the Sprinter mini-coach is available, and the vehicle you book is the vehicle that arrives.
Can I use hourly chauffeur service for a mix of business and personal stops around Wellington?
Yes. Hourly hire works for any combination — meetings in the CBD, a stop at Wellington Airport, errands in Kelburn or Thorndon, then dinner in Oriental Bay. You direct the itinerary, and the driver adapts without rerouting fees or surcharges.
How is the price calculated and when do I see it?
Pricing is fixed and GST-inclusive for the hours you book, with no surge periods and no meter. The full cost appears at chauffeur.co.nz/book before you confirm, so there are no surprises when the job is complete.
Fixed prices, NZD, GST-inclusive. No surge, ever. The vehicle you book is the vehicle that arrives, driven by a chauffeur we employ — trained by us and accountable to us, not an app contractor who can decline the job. The chauffeur — since 2002.
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