Charleston's premier private chauffeur service
Chauffeur Service Charleston
Detailed Drivers is Charleston's premier luxury chauffeur service and black car service, providing flat-rate transportation 24/7 across the Historic District, Lowcountry barrier islands, and the Boeing-Volvo manufacturing corridor. Licensed professional chauffeurs, CHS airport transfers, and hourly as-directed service for Spoleto Festival, plantation weddings, and corporate travel.
Detailed Drivers runs Charleston chauffeur service as part of our nationwide chauffeur service, with the same booking, flight tracking and all-in pricing.
Sedan: $120/hr | SUV: $150/hr | Sprinter: $240/hr
CHS airport transfer: from $130+ | Kiawah Island: from $130
Uber Black surge (Spoleto): $25 base × 4.0x = $100 vs Detailed Drivers $100/hr
Recommended lead time: 24 hours (1-2 weeks for Spoleto/Wine + Food)
Licensed and background-checked Charleston chauffeurs
Flat-rate pricing — no surge during Spoleto or SEWE
Historic Peninsula expertise — every one-way, every loading zone
24/7 dispatch — 365 days a year
(888) 420-0177
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Charleston chauffeur service rates and pricing
Chauffeur service in Charleston costs $120/hr for a sedan and $150/hr for an SUV, with no-surge pricing that never surges. Not during Spoleto Festival, not during Wine + Food week, not during peak wedding season (March-June and September-November). Every rate below is the rate you pay.
| Vehicle | Hourly rate | CHS transfer | Kiawah transfer | Min hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan | $230/hr | from $130+ | from $130 | 3-hr |
| First Class SUV | $150/hr | from $130+ | from $155 | 3-hr |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Van | $240/hr | from $130+ | from $185 | 3 hr |
All CHS airport transfers include flight tracking, baggage claim meet-and-greet, and 45 minutes of complimentary wait time. Gratuity not included. Corporate accounts receive volume discounts — call (888) 420-0177 for custom rates.
Charleston chauffeur service vs Uber and Lyft
Uber Black and Lyft Lux in Charleston surge 2.5-4.0x during Spoleto Festival USA (17 days in May-June), Charleston Wine + Food Festival (February), Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (February), and peak wedding weekends. The Historic Peninsula has limited rideshare supply — surge pricing hits fast.
| Feature | Detailed Drivers | Uber Black | Lyft Lux |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Flat rate — $120/hr | Variable — $25-$100+ | Variable — $22-$88+ |
| Surge risk | None | 2.5-4.0x peak | 2.0-3.5x peak |
| Flight tracking | Included | None | None |
| Meet and greet | Included — name sign at CHS baggage claim | Curbside only | Curbside only |
| Driver vetting | Licensed, background checked, drug tested | Self-reported | Self-reported |
| Pre-booking | Required (24hr recommended) | On-demand | On-demand |
| Corporate billing | Centralized invoicing | Personal card only | Personal card only |
| Vehicle condition | Inspected fleet vehicles | Owner's personal car | Owner's personal car |
Charleston surge pricing math
Spoleto Festival letout (10 PM, Gaillard Center):
Uber Black $25 × 4.0x surge = $100
Detailed Drivers: starting at $120+/hr
Savings: $35 (35%)
Wine + Food Festival weekend (February):
Uber Black $25 × 3.0x = $75
Detailed Drivers: $100/hr (no change)
Savings: $10 (13%)
Charleston is a small-market city with very limited Uber Black supply. During festivals and peak wedding weekends, the available driver pool on the Historic Peninsula shrinks dramatically. Detailed Drivers pre-books your chauffeur so availability is guaranteed regardless of event demand.
Charleston airport transfers
Detailed Drivers provides flat-rate airport transfers from Charleston to Charleston International Airport (CHS), Hilton Head Airport (HHH), and Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport (SAV). CHS handled 5.2 million passengers in 2023. Every transfer includes flight tracking, baggage claim meet-and-greet, and 45 minutes of complimentary wait time.
| Route | Distance | Off-peak | Rush hour | Sedan rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHS to Historic District (via I-26 S) | 10 mi | 15-20 min | 25-35 min | from $130+ |
| CHS to Mount Pleasant (via I-526/Ravenel Bridge) | 14 mi | 20-25 min | 30-45 min | from $130+ |
| CHS to Kiawah Island (via US-17 S/Bohicket Rd) | 35 mi | 45-55 min | 55-70 min | from $130 |
| CHS to Sullivan's Island / Isle of Palms | 18 mi | 25-30 min | 35-50 min | from $130+ |
| CHS to Summerville (via I-26 N) | 25 mi | 25-30 min | 35-45 min | from $130+ |
CHS pickup instructions
Charleston International Airport has a single terminal with two concourses. Your chauffeur monitors your flight in real time and meets you at the Arrivals Level baggage claim exit. CHS is a compact airport — the walk from gates to baggage claim is 5-10 minutes. Your chauffeur holds a name sign and assists with luggage to the vehicle staged in the commercial vehicle area, directly outside the terminal. For Boeing corporate visitors, we coordinate CHS-to-Aviation Avenue transfers with campus security in advance.
Charleston fleet — vehicles and capacity
Every vehicle in the Charleston fleet is professionally maintained, inspected, and equipped with bottled water, phone chargers, and climate control. Clean, polished, and ready for Boeing board members or Spoleto VIP patrons.
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan
3 passengers, 2 bags
$230/hr
Best for executive CHS airport runs, Boeing and Volvo corporate visits, and couple travel to Kiawah Island and Isle of Palms resorts.
First Class SUV
6 passengers, 6 bags
$150/hr
Best for family beach trips with luggage, corporate delegations to the Boeing campus, and groups attending Spoleto performances and Lowcountry dining.
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Van
10-14 passengers
$240/hr
Best for plantation wedding parties, Spoleto Festival group transportation, corporate retreat shuttles to Kiawah, and convention groups at the Charleston Area Convention Center.
Corporate chauffeur service in Charleston
Charleston's manufacturing corridor in North Charleston and Berkeley County brings thousands of corporate visitors through CHS annually. Detailed Drivers provides corporate chauffeur accounts for the Lowcountry's major employers.
Manufacturing and defense
Boeing South Carolina (5500 International Blvd, North Charleston — 7,000+ employees, the sole 787 Dreamliner final assembly and delivery facility in the U.S.), Volvo Cars USA (1800 Volvo Car Way, Ridgeville — American manufacturing HQ for the S60 sedan), Robert Bosch LLC (North Charleston — automotive components), and Joint Base Charleston (Air Force Base and Naval Weapons Station). Our chauffeurs know the security gate protocols and visitor parking at each facility.
Tech, healthcare, and institutions
Blackbaud (65 Fairchild St — cloud computing for nonprofits), Google Data Center (Berkeley County), MUSC Health (170 Ashley Ave — flagship academic medical center), Roper St. Francis Healthcare (316 Calhoun St), and the College of Charleston (66 George St). Our chauffeurs handle executive site visits, physician conference transportation, and academic event logistics across the Historic Peninsula and North Charleston.
Spoleto Festival and wedding transportation
Spoleto Festival USA runs 17 days from late May through mid-June, with performances at the Gaillard Center (95 Calhoun St), Dock Street Theatre (135 Church St), Memminger Auditorium, and dozens of venues across the Historic Peninsula. Multi-venue evenings are standard — our chauffeurs navigate the one-way streets, tidal flooding closures, and post-performance congestion that make Spoleto transportation uniquely challenging.
Charleston is one of the top wedding destinations in the United States. Plantation venues — Middleton Place, Boone Hall Plantation, Magnolia Plantation — are 20-40 minutes from downtown via US-17 and River Road. Downtown venues include Lowndes Grove, The Cedar Room, and Cannon Green. Our Sprinter Vans handle bridal party shuttles, and our sedans transport VIP guests between hotels (Belmond Charleston Place, The Dewberry, Hotel Bennett) and ceremony locations.
Set up a corporate account by calling (888) 420-0177 or visiting detaileddrivers.com/reservations.
Areas we serve in Charleston
Detailed Drivers covers the entire Charleston Lowcountry — from the Historic Peninsula to the barrier islands and the manufacturing corridor in North Charleston and Berkeley County.
Historic District
South of Broad
French Quarter
King Street
Mount Pleasant
West Ashley
James Island
Daniel Island
North Charleston
Summerville
Sullivan's Island
Isle of Palms
Folly Beach
Kiawah Island
Seabrook Island
Johns Island
Goose Creek
Hanahan
Ladson
Berkeley County
How to book Charleston chauffeur service
Book your Charleston chauffeur in four steps. As of 2026, Detailed Drivers serves 100+ cities worldwide with consistent service and flat-rate pricing.
1
Visit detaileddrivers.com/reservations or call (888) 420-0177
Online booking is available 24/7. Phone reservations connect you directly to our dispatch team.
2
Enter pickup and dropoff locations with date and time
For hourly service, specify start time and estimated duration. For CHS airport transfers, enter your flight number for automatic tracking.
3
Select your vehicle — sedan, SUV, or Sprinter
Mercedes-Benz S-Class for 1-3 passengers, First Class SUV for 4-6 passengers, or Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Van for 7-14 passengers.
4
Receive confirmation and chauffeur contact 24 hours before pickup
You receive your chauffeur's name, vehicle details, and direct phone number. Day-of changes are handled by your chauffeur directly.
Detailed Drivers is Charleston's premier luxury chauffeur service, providing flat-rate private transportation across the Historic District, Lowcountry barrier islands, and Charleston International Airport (CHS). Sedan rates start at $120/hr with a 3-hour minimum; SUV rates from $150+/hr; the premium S-Class from $230+/hr. CHS airport transfers cost from $130+, with flight tracking and baggage claim meet-and-greet included. Every chauffeur is licensed, background checked, and drug tested, driving professionally maintained fleet vehicles. Charleston corporate clients include Boeing South Carolina, Volvo Cars USA, MUSC Health, Blackbaud, and Joint Base Charleston. Detailed Drivers operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, serving Spoleto Festival USA, Charleston Wine + Food Festival, plantation weddings at Middleton Place and Boone Hall, and corporate site visits across the Boeing-Volvo manufacturing corridor. Book at (888) 420-0177 or detaileddrivers.com/reservations. Every local route and vehicle class is listed on the Charleston car service hub.
Charleston chauffeur service FAQs
Common questions about chauffeur service in Charleston, South Carolina
Chauffeur service in Charleston costs $230/hr for a Mercedes-Benz S-Class sedan, $150/hr for a First Class SUV, and $240/hr for a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Van. Sedans and SUVs have a 3-hour minimum; Sprinters require 3 hours. CHS airport transfers run from $130+ for a sedan. All rates are locked at booking — no surge pricing during Spoleto Festival, Charleston Wine + Food, or SEWE weekend.
Detailed Drivers chauffeurs are licensed, background checked, and drug tested, driving professionally maintained fleet vehicles. Uber Black in Charleston surges 2.5-4.0x during Spoleto Festival USA (May-June), Charleston Wine + Food Festival (February), Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (February), and Cooper River Bridge Run weekend (April). A post-Spoleto Uber Black ride from the Gaillard Center that costs $25 off-peak can hit $75-$100 during surge. Detailed Drivers hourly service starts at $120/hr, and route transfers are estimated from the exact pickup, dropoff, vehicle, and mileage.
Charleston International Airport (CHS) is 10 miles from the Historic District via I-26 South. Off-peak drive time is 15-20 minutes. During rush hour (7-9 AM and 4-6 PM) or when the Ravenel Bridge backs up, expect 25-35 minutes. Detailed Drivers charges starting at $130+ for a sedan from CHS to downtown, with flight tracking and baggage claim meet-and-greet included.
Yes — Detailed Drivers tracks every arriving flight at Charleston International Airport (CHS) in real time. If your flight lands early, your chauffeur adjusts arrival. If your flight is delayed, we hold your reservation at no additional charge. Your chauffeur meets you at the CHS baggage claim exit with a name sign and assists with luggage. We also serve Hilton Head Airport (HHH) and Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport (SAV).
Detailed Drivers serves all of the Charleston Lowcountry — Historic District, South of Broad, French Quarter, King Street, Mount Pleasant, West Ashley, James Island, Daniel Island, North Charleston, Summerville, Sullivan's Island, Isle of Palms, Folly Beach, Kiawah Island, Seabrook Island, and Johns Island. We also cover the Boeing corridor in North Charleston and the Volvo plant in Ridgeville.
Yes — hourly as-directed service is available with a 3-hour minimum. Book a chauffeur for Spoleto Festival multi-venue evenings, plantation wedding day transportation, corporate site visits at Boeing and Volvo, and all-day Historic District tours. Rates are $120/hr sedan, $150/hr SUV, $240/hr Sprinter. Your chauffeur waits at each stop.
Yes — Detailed Drivers operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year in Charleston. Early-morning CHS departures, late-night Spoleto performance returns from the Gaillard Center, post-wedding returns from Middleton Place and Boone Hall Plantation, and red-eye connections are all standard. Book at least 24 hours in advance for guaranteed availability.
Yes — corporate accounts include centralized billing, monthly invoicing, dedicated account management, and priority dispatch. We serve Boeing South Carolina (North Charleston, 7,000+ employees), Volvo Cars USA (Ridgeville), MUSC Health (170 Ashley Ave), Blackbaud (65 Fairchild St), Bosch, and Joint Base Charleston. NDA-compliant chauffeurs and customizable billing codes are standard.
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Last Updated: October 2026
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