Chauffeur Service Columbus OH | Private Driver Columbus
Detailed Drivers is Columbus's premier chauffeur service, providing flat-rate transportation 24/7 across central Ohio, including CMH airport transfers, Ohio State University, the Short North, Dublin, and New Albany. Sedan from $65/hr, SUV from $85/hr, CMH transfers from $75 flat.
Detailed Drivers is Columbus's premier chauffeur service and black car company, providing flat-rate ground transportation across central Ohio including Downtown Columbus, the Short North Arts District, German Village, Dublin, Worthington, New Albany, and Upper Arlington. As of 2026, Detailed Drivers serves 50+ cities across the United States with professional licensed chauffeurs, Mercedes-Benz S-Class sedans, Cadillac Escalade ESVs, and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Vans.
Columbus chauffeur service rates and pricing
Chauffeur service in Columbus costs $65/hr for a sedan and $85/hr for an SUV, with flat-rate pricing that never surges. CMH airport transfers start at $75 flat regardless of traffic on I-670 or I-270.
| Vehicle | Hourly rate | CMH airport transfer | Capacity | Min hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan | $65/hr | $75 flat | 3 passengers | 2 hr |
| Cadillac Escalade ESV | $85/hr | $95 flat | 6 passengers | 2 hr |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Van | $135/hr | $165 flat | 10-14 passengers | 3 hr |
All rates include meet-and-greet, flight tracking, 60 minutes free airport wait time, and bottled water. No fuel surcharges, no hidden fees.
Columbus chauffeur service vs Uber Black and Lyft Lux
Uber Black in Columbus costs $30-$45 base fare for a CMH airport pickup — but during Ohio State football Saturdays, Arnold Sports Festival, or graduation weekend, surge pricing pushes that to $90-$175. Detailed Drivers charges $75 flat, every time.
| Feature | Detailed Drivers | Uber Black | Lyft Lux |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Flat rate — $75 CMH | Variable — $30-$175 | Variable — $35-$150 |
| Surge risk | None — ever | 3.0-5.0x Ohio State game days | 2.5-4.0x during events |
| Flight tracking | Included — real-time | None | None |
| Meet and greet | Name sign at 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 | Owner's personal car | Owner's personal car |
Ohio State game day surge math
Ohio State football Saturday (105,000 fans at Ohio Stadium):
Uber Black CMH to campus: $35 base × 4.0x surge = $140
Detailed Drivers flat rate: $75
Savings: $65 (46%)
Arnold Sports Festival (March, 250,000+ attendees):
Uber Black CMH to Greater Columbus Convention Center: $30 base × 3.5x surge = $105
Detailed Drivers flat rate: $75
Savings: $30 (29%)
Ohio State graduation weekend (May):
Uber Black downtown to CMH: $35 base × 3.0x surge = $105
Detailed Drivers flat rate: $75
Savings: $30 (29%)
Columbus airport transfers
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) handles 9.4 million passengers annually and sits 10 miles east of downtown via I-670. Detailed Drivers provides meet-and-greet service at the baggage claim level with real-time flight tracking and 60 minutes of complimentary wait time.
| Destination | Distance | Off-peak | Rush hour | Sedan rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Columbus | 10 mi | 15 min | 25-35 min | $75 |
| Short North Arts District | 11 mi | 18 min | 25-35 min | $75 |
| Ohio State University campus | 13 mi | 20 min | 30-40 min | $80 |
| Dublin (corporate corridor) | 22 mi | 25 min | 35-50 min | $95 |
| New Albany (Intel campus) | 15 mi | 20 min | 30-40 min | $85 |
| Worthington | 18 mi | 22 min | 30-45 min | $85 |
| Upper Arlington | 16 mi | 20 min | 30-40 min | $85 |
CMH terminal pickup
CMH has one main terminal with two concourses (A and B). Concourse A serves American, Delta, Frontier, and Allegiant. Concourse B serves United, Southwest, Air Canada, and Spirit. Your chauffeur meets you at the ground-level baggage claim exit with a name sign. The pickup lane is directly outside baggage claim doors — no shuttle or parking garage walk required.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK) is a cargo and military airport 15 miles south of downtown Columbus via I-270 and US-33. It handles charter flights and private aviation. Detailed Drivers provides planeside pickup for private jet arrivals at the general aviation terminal. LCK is 25 minutes from downtown off-peak.
Columbus fleet — vehicles and capacity
Every vehicle in our Columbus fleet is late-model, fully insured, and inspected before every trip. Bottled water, phone chargers, and WiFi are standard.
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan
3 passengers, 2 bags. Best for executive CMH airport runs, Nationwide Insurance meetings, and solo or couple travel. The go-to vehicle for Fortune 500 executives along the I-270 corporate corridor.
$65/hr | $75 CMH transfer
Cadillac Escalade ESV
6 passengers, 6 bags. Best for families, Ohio State game-day groups, and corporate teams visiting Intel New Albany. Extended wheelbase handles luggage-heavy CMH arrivals with ease.
$85/hr | $95 CMH transfer
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Van
10-14 passengers. Best for Arnold Sports Festival delegations, Intel team shuttles, Ohio State tailgate groups, and wedding parties. Full-height cabin with forward-facing captain's chairs.
$135/hr | $165 CMH transfer
Corporate chauffeur service in Columbus
Columbus is home to six Fortune 500 headquarters and Intel's $20 billion semiconductor fabrication campus in New Albany. Detailed Drivers provides executive ground transportation with corporate billing, NDA-compliant chauffeurs, and priority dispatch for Columbus's corporate community.
Fortune 500 and major employers
- Nationwide Insurance — One Nationwide Plaza, downtown Columbus. 24,000+ employees. Largest private employer in the city.
- Cardinal Health — 7000 Cardinal Place, Dublin. Fortune 14, $181B revenue. Major campus along the I-270/US-33 corridor.
- American Electric Power — 1 Riverside Plaza, downtown. Fortune 195, largest electric utility in the US.
- Intel — $20B+ semiconductor fab campus in New Albany, 15 minutes from CMH. The largest private investment in Ohio history.
- Huntington Bancshares — Huntington Center, 41 S High St. Fortune 500, largest bank headquartered in Ohio.
- L Brands / Bath & Body Works — Three Limited Pkwy, Morse Road corridor. Global retail headquarters.
Corporate account features
Call (888) 420-0177 or visit detaileddrivers.com/reservations to set up a corporate account in under 24 hours.
Ohio State game days and Columbus events
Columbus transforms during Ohio State football Saturdays — 105,000 fans fill Ohio Stadium and traffic locks down the campus area for hours. Detailed Drivers maintains flat-rate pricing and knows every game-day route.
Ohio State football Saturdays
September through November at Ohio Stadium (the Horseshoe). 105,000+ capacity, 4th largest stadium in the country. Our chauffeurs use Olentangy River Road, Kenny Road, and Lane Avenue approaches to avoid the worst gridlock. Tailgate drop-offs on Woody Hayes Drive start 4 hours before kickoff.
Arnold Sports Festival
March at the Greater Columbus Convention Center (GCCC). Founded by Arnold Schwarzenegger, this is the world's largest multi-sport festival — 250,000+ attendees, 22,000+ athletes, 1,100+ exhibitor booths. Sprinter Vans handle international delegations arriving at CMH. Downtown hotels sell out months in advance.
Columbus Crew match days
Lower.com Field in the Arena District, downtown. 20,000+ capacity, 2023 MLS Cup champions. Pre-match shuttle service from Short North restaurants and hotels is a popular sedan booking. The Arena District fills quickly on match nights.
Ohio State commencement
May at Ohio Stadium. Ohio State graduates 12,000+ students annually — families flood Columbus for the weekend. Hotels sell out, rideshare surges spike, and CMH arrivals increase 30%+. Book chauffeur service at least one week ahead for graduation weekend.
Columbus Marathon
October. 15,000+ runners, major road closures across downtown and German Village. Early morning hotel-to-start-line transfers begin at 4:30 AM. Detailed Drivers chauffeurs know which roads close and when, routing around the course via I-670 and I-71.
Greater Columbus Convention Center
1.8 million sq ft of exhibit space in the Arena District, connected to the Hilton Columbus Downtown and Hyatt Regency Columbus. Hosts 400+ events annually including Origins Game Fair, Midwest Travel & Adventure Show, and major corporate conferences. CMH transfers and hourly service for convention attendees.
Areas we serve in Columbus and central Ohio
Detailed Drivers covers all of Columbus and the surrounding central Ohio region. Our chauffeurs know every I-270 exit, every campus approach road, and every corporate park entrance across the metro.
How to book Columbus chauffeur service
Enter trip details
Pickup location, destination, date, and time. Include flight number for CMH pickups.
Select vehicle
Mercedes-Benz S-Class sedan, Cadillac Escalade ESV, or Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Van.
Confirmation
Receive instant confirmation. Your chauffeur's contact info arrives 24 hours before pickup.
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Last Updated: March 2026
