Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about wedding transportation with Royal Carriage.
Chicago wedding transportation pricing starts at $500 for a 3-hour stretch limo booking. Party buses from $600/3 hours, SUV packages from $400, and guest shuttles by the hour. All bookings include a uniformed chauffeur, complimentary champagne, and ribbon decorations. Call (224) 801-3090 for a detailed wedding transportation quote.
How much does wedding transportation cost in Chicago?
Wedding transportation in Chicago starts at $500 for a 3-hour sedan and $800-$2,500 for stretch limousines.
Party buses for the bridal party run $1,200-$3,500. Full wedding packages with multiple vehicles are custom-quoted. All bookings include a dedicated coordinator, decorations, and champagne toast. Book 6-12 months ahead.
General Questions
We recommend 6 to 12 months before your wedding, especially for peak season (May-October). Saturday dates in June and September fill fastest. We can accommodate shorter timelines when fleet is available.
We accept all major credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, Amex, Discover) and cash. A 30% non-refundable deposit secures your date, with a 40–60% downpayment due at booking (the deposit counts toward this). The remaining balance is due 14 days before the wedding. Payment plans are available for larger fleet bookings.
The 30% deposit is non-refundable once the fleet is reserved (your vehicles are held and other bookings turned away). 30+ days before the wedding: deposit forfeit, balance refunded. 14–30 days: deposit forfeit plus 50% of remaining balance. Less than 14 days or no-show: full charge. Modifications to timeline, pickup locations, and vehicle upgrades can be made up to 7 days before with no fee, subject to fleet availability.
Yes. Your dedicated coordinator works directly with your planner, photographer, and venue contact. We attend planning calls, share a detailed run sheet 48 hours before, and are reachable by phone all day.
We serve all of Chicagoland including downtown Chicago, North Shore (Winnetka, Lake Forest, Highland Park), western suburbs (Naperville, Hinsdale, Oak Brook), northwest suburbs (Schaumburg, Arlington Heights), and south suburbs.
Yes. All chauffeurs are commercially licensed, fully insured, background-checked, and have extensive experience with wedding transportation logistics. They wear formal attire on wedding days.
Vehicles & Decorations
Stretch limousines (up to 10), Cadillac Escalade ESV (up to 6), Mercedes Sprinter vans (up to 14), party buses (up to 30), and luxury sedans (up to 3). All vehicles can be decorated to match your wedding.
Yes. Ribbons, floral accents, 'Just Married' signs, and interior touches are included. Share your wedding colors and theme, and we will match them. External floral arrangements can be coordinated with your florist.
Our Sprinter vans and party buses have garment hooks and high ceilings for wedding gowns. SUVs have spacious cabins. Your driver assists with dresses at every entry and exit point.
Yes. A champagne toast for the couple is included in all wedding limo bookings. Sparkling cider is available as an alternative. Additional bottles can be arranged for the bridal party.
Day-of Logistics
We build buffer time into every wedding timeline. Your chauffeur adjusts on the spot with no penalty fees. We are there to support your day, not rush it.
Absolutely. We routinely handle pickups from the salon, hotel, church, and private homes, all in one wedding. Each stop is mapped and timed by your coordinator.
We run shuttle routes between your guest hotels and the venue on a schedule you set. Guests see posted times in the hotel lobby. The shuttle runs before and after the reception, with as many loops as needed.
Yes. Many couples book group transportation for the rehearsal dinner the night before. We pick up from hotels, drive to the venue, and return guests after dinner.
More Wedding Questions
In-depth answers about planning your wedding transportation
Book 6 to 12 months before your wedding date, especially for peak season (May-October). Saturday dates in June and September fill fastest. We accommodate shorter timelines when fleet is available, but earlier is always better for vehicle selection.
A 4-hour Sprinter Limo starts at $756 ($189/hr). Stretch is $205/hr with a 4-hour minimum. Escalade is $175/hr with a 3-hour minimum. A guest Sprinter van is $195/hr. A party bus is $350/hr. A Rolls-Royce is $650/hr with a 5-hour minimum. Champagne and a red carpet are not included. Call (224) 801-3090.
Call (224) 801-3090 and we will talk through the timeline. A day-of coordinator is not included in the fare. Each vehicle is its own hourly booking.
No. Ribbons, flowers, and a Just Married sign are not included. The fare is the vehicle and the hours on the booking form.
No. Champagne is not included. The price is the vehicle and the hours on the booking form.
Extra time is the same hourly rate. Waiting is not free. The booking form shows the fare for the hours you book.
Yes. A guest Sprinter van is $195/hr and a party bus is $350/hr. Each shuttle is booked by the hour. The booking form shows the fare.
Yes. Many couples book group transportation for the rehearsal dinner the night before. We pick up from hotels, drive to the venue, and return guests after dinner. It is a popular add-on to wedding packages.
The getaway car is the vehicle the newlyweds leave the reception in. A Rolls-Royce is $650/hr with a 5-hour minimum, from $3,250. Ribbons, flowers, and a Just Married sign are not included. Sedans, SUVs, and limos are booked by the hour.
Yes. We handle every leg -- bridal party from the salon, groomsmen from the hotel, ceremony to reception, guest shuttles between the hotel and venue, photo tour stops, and the getaway car. One point of contact manages everything.
Yes. Our Sprinter vans and party buses have garment hooks and high ceilings for wedding gowns. SUVs have spacious cabins with wide doors. Your chauffeur assists the bride with her dress at every entry and exit point.
Yes. All wedding chauffeurs wear black formal attire -- suit, tie, and polished shoes. They are trained in wedding etiquette, including door service, dress assistance, and photography cooperation.
Yes. We offer chauffeur-driven routes to popular Chicago photo spots -- Millennium Park, the Riverwalk, Buckingham Fountain, the Art Institute, and wherever your photographer recommends. Wait time at each stop is included in hourly bookings.
A 30% deposit secures your date and vehicles. The balance is due 14 days before the wedding. We accept all major credit cards. Payment plans can be arranged for larger bookings over $2,000.
Weddings and multi-vehicle events require a 30% non-refundable deposit at booking that secures and holds the fleet for your date. Cancel 30+ days before the event and the deposit is forfeit while any balance paid is refunded; 14-30 days out, the deposit plus 50% of the remaining balance is charged; under 14 days or a no-show is the full event total. Itinerary changes are welcome up to 7 days before; vehicle-count or date changes are considered subject to fleet availability.
Yes. We have served hundreds of Chicago weddings and know the loading zones, parking restrictions, and best routes for every major venue -- from downtown hotels to North Shore estates to suburban banquet halls. This local knowledge keeps your timeline on track.
Yes. Each vehicle is its own hourly booking. A stretch is $205/hr with a 4-hour minimum. An Escalade is $175/hr with a 3-hour minimum. A party bus is $350/hr. A guest Sprinter van is $195/hr. A day-of coordinator is not included. Call (224) 801-3090.
Yes. We frequently serve North Shore venues in Winnetka, Lake Forest, Highland Park, Glencoe, Kenilworth, and Wilmette. We know the roads, the venue entrances, and the timing between North Shore locations and Chicago.
A red carpet is not included with the hourly rate. The fare on the booking form is the vehicle and the hours.
Yes. Our party buses seat up to 30 and Sprinter vans seat up to 14, so the entire bridal party can travel together. It keeps everyone on schedule, creates fun photo opportunities, and is one of the highlights of the day for most wedding parties.
Wedding Pricing Questions
Transparent answers about our rates
Chicago limo prices at Royal Carriage: book now for O'Hare or Midway; hourly sedan $125/hr (3-hr min); SUV $150/hr (3-hr min); Premium Escalade $175/hr; Sprinter Limo $189/hr (4-hr min); stretch limo $205/hr (4-hr min); party bus $350/hr (4-hr min). Rates before fuel, admin & card fees. Call (224) 801-3090.
The booking form shows the fare before you pay, including a 2% admin fee. A 6% card fee shows before you pay. Gratuity is not added. Tolls are not always in the fare. Venue parking is billed at cost if we wait.
Chicago wedding packages start from $756 (Sprinter Limo, 4 hours). Ceremony car: stretch limo $205/hr or Premium Escalade $175/hr. Guest shuttle: Executive Sprinter Van $195/hr (not the same vehicle as the ceremony car). Party bus $350/hr for the bridal party. Champagne and a red carpet are not included. The booking form shows the fare. Call (224) 801-3090.
Book now for a sedan or SUV from O'Hare to Naperville. The pickup includes flight tracking, meet and greet at baggage claim, and 60 minutes of free wait time. Gratuity is not added. The drive takes approximately 40-55 minutes depending on traffic.
A stretch limousine costs from $205 per hour in Chicago with a 4-hour minimum, and point-to-point transfers start at $325. The rate includes the chauffeur and standard amenities. Rates before fuel, admin & card fees.
Every rental includes a professional chauffeur, fuel, insurance, bottled water, Wi-Fi, and phone chargers. Airport pickups add flight tracking and meet and greet. Party buses include sound system, LED lighting, coolers, and cups. Alcohol and gratuity are not included.
We offer instant online quotes that show your total before you pay. We do not have a formal price-match policy, so compare our quote line by line with any other operator's.
Still Have Questions?
Call us anytime. Our wedding coordinators are here to help.