Savannah Car Service | Car Service Savannah GA
Detailed Drivers is Savannah's premier car service, providing flat-rate transportation 24/7 across the Historic District, SAV Airport, Gulfstream Aerospace, the Port of Savannah, Hilton Head Island, and Tybee Island.
Savannah car service rates and pricing
Car service in Savannah costs $75 per hour for a Mercedes-Benz S-Class sedan and $105 per hour for a Cadillac Escalade ESV SUV, with flat-rate pricing that never surges. SAV airport transfers start at $45 for a sedan to the Historic District. Savannah is a compact city — most destinations are within 20 minutes of each other, which keeps costs predictable.
Unlike Uber Black, which can surge to 3x or higher during St. Patrick's Day weekend (over 500,000 visitors) or SCAD Film Festival, Detailed Drivers locks your rate at booking. A sedan to downtown from SAV is $45 whether you're arriving on a Tuesday morning or the Saturday before St. Patrick's Day.
| Vehicle | Hourly Rate | SAV to Downtown | Min Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan | $75/hr | $45 flat | 2 hr |
| Cadillac Escalade ESV SUV | $105/hr | $65 flat | 2 hr |
| Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Van | $145/hr | $95 flat | 3 hr |
Savannah car service vs Uber and Lyft
Savannah's compact size keeps base ride prices low, but surge pricing during events can triple the cost. Detailed Drivers charges the same flat rate during St. Patrick's Day (500,000+ visitors) as on a quiet Tuesday.
| Feature | Detailed Drivers | Uber Black | Lyft Lux |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAV to downtown | $45 flat | $35-$55 | $38-$58 |
| Surge risk | None | 2.5-4.0x peak | 2.0-3.5x peak |
| Flight tracking | Included | None | None |
| Meet and greet | Included | No | No |
| Driver vetting | Licensed, background checked, drug tested | Self-reported | Self-reported |
| Pre-booking | 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 |
Savannah surge pricing math
St. Patrick's Day weekend: Uber Black $45 base x 3.0x surge = $135. Detailed Drivers flat rate: $45. Savings: $90 (67%).
SCAD Film Festival evening: Uber Black $45 base x 2.5x surge = $113. Detailed Drivers flat rate: $45. Savings: $68 (60%).
Rain during Savannah Music Festival: Uber Black $45 base x 4.0x surge = $180. Detailed Drivers flat rate: $45. Savings: $135 (75%).
Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport (SAV) transfers
Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport (SAV) is located 15 miles northwest of downtown Savannah, a 20-25 minute drive via I-516 and I-16 in normal traffic. SAV handled 3.7 million passengers in 2024, up from 2.9 million in 2019, with continued growth driven by Gulfstream Aerospace expansion and Savannah's booming tourism economy.
SAV is a single-terminal airport with two concourses. Your chauffeur meets you at baggage claim with a name sign. For departures, we drop at the terminal entrance on Airways Avenue. During peak season (March through October), allow extra time — SAV's approach roads can back up during busy arrival windows.
Gulfstream Aerospace's primary production facility sits on the SAV campus, making the airport one of the busiest private jet delivery centers in the world. Detailed Drivers serves both commercial and private aviation at SAV — FBO pickups included.
| Destination | Distance | Off-peak | Rush hour | Sedan rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown / Historic District | 15 mi | 20 min | 25-35 min | $45 |
| Tybee Island | 33 mi | 40 min | 50-60 min | $75 |
| Pooler / Tanger Outlets | 8 mi | 12 min | 15-20 min | $35 |
| Hilton Head Island SC | 45 mi | 50 min | 60-75 min | $95 |
| Bluffton SC | 40 mi | 45 min | 55-65 min | $85 |
| Garden City / Port of Savannah | 10 mi | 15 min | 20-25 min | $40 |
| Bryan County / Hyundai Metaplant | 35 mi | 35 min | 45-55 min | $85 |
| Gulfstream Aerospace Campus | 2 mi | 5 min | 5-8 min | $25 |
Savannah fleet — vehicles and capacity
Every vehicle in the Savannah fleet is maintained to executive standards with leather interiors, complimentary WiFi, bottled water, and device charging. Choose by passenger count and occasion.
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan
3 passengers, 2 bags. Best for executive airport runs, solo travelers, and couples visiting the Historic District.
$75/hr | SAV airport $45
Cadillac Escalade ESV SUV
6 passengers, 6 bags. Ideal for families, Hilton Head trips, groups with luggage, or corporate clients who need space.
$105/hr | SAV airport $65
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Van
10-14 passengers. Built for St. Patrick's Day groups, corporate port tours, SCAD event shuttles, and Tybee Island excursions.
$145/hr | SAV airport $95
Gulfstream Aerospace, Port of Savannah, and corporate Savannah
Savannah's economy is anchored by two corporate giants: Gulfstream Aerospace and the Georgia Ports Authority. Gulfstream is Savannah's largest private employer with over 10,000 workers at its SAV airport campus, where it designs, manufactures, and delivers the G500, G600, G650, and G700 business jets. Visiting executives, delivery clients, suppliers, and test pilots all need ground transportation between SAV, the Gulfstream campus, and downtown hotels.
The Port of Savannah is the busiest single-terminal container port in North America and the third-busiest port in the United States, handling 5.8 million TEUs in fiscal year 2024. Georgia Ports Authority headquarters is in Garden City, 10 miles from SAV. Shipping executives, customs officials, logistics partners, and federal inspectors move between the port, SAV airport, and downtown Savannah daily.
Hyundai Motor Group's $7.6 billion Metaplant Georgia in Bryan County (30 minutes west) is the newest addition to Savannah's corporate landscape. When production ramps fully, it will employ 8,500+ workers. Korean and international executives traveling to the Metaplant site need reliable ground transport from SAV.
| Company | Industry | Location | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gulfstream Aerospace | Aviation/Aerospace | SAV Airport Campus | 10,000+ employees, largest private employer |
| Georgia Ports Authority | Shipping/Logistics | Garden City | 5.8M TEUs, 3rd-busiest US port |
| Hyundai Metaplant Georgia | Auto Manufacturing | Bryan County | $7.6B investment, 8,500+ jobs at full capacity |
| JCB Americas | Construction Equipment | West Savannah | North American HQ of British manufacturer |
| Colonial Group | Energy/Maritime | Downtown | Regional energy and marine services |
| SCAD | Higher Education/Art | Historic District | 15,000+ students, largest art university in US |
| Memorial Health (HCA) | Healthcare | Midtown | Region's largest hospital, Level I trauma |
| St. Joseph's/Candler | Healthcare | Midtown | Largest private employer after Gulfstream |
St. Patrick's Day, SCAD Film Festival, and Savannah events
Savannah's St. Patrick's Day celebration is the second largest in the United States after New York City, drawing over 500,000 visitors to the Historic District each March. The parade route runs through the squares along Bull Street, shutting down most of the Historic District to vehicle traffic. This is Savannah's single highest-demand period for car service. Uber and Lyft surge to 3-4x during parade hours — Detailed Drivers holds flat rates.
The SCAD Savannah Film Festival (late October) brings Hollywood directors, actors, and industry executives to SCAD venues across the Historic District. VIP transportation between Lucas Theatre, Trustees Theater, hotels, and private dinners is one of our most active service periods. Past honorees include Ben Affleck, Cate Blanchett, Viola Davis, and Ryan Gosling.
Other major events requiring advance booking: Savannah Music Festival (March-April, 100+ performances over 17 days), Savannah Food and Wine Festival (November), Rock'n'Roll Marathon (November), and Telfair Art Fair (May). Each draws thousands of visitors and creates local transportation pressure.
St. Patrick's Day (March)
500,000+ visitors. Parade shuts Bull Street and most squares. Book 2-3 months ahead. Our chauffeurs know every alternate route through the Historic District during parade closures.
SCAD Film Festival (October)
A-list celebrity arrivals, VIP transfers between Lucas Theatre, Trustees Theater, and Historic District venues. Book 3-4 weeks ahead for guaranteed availability.
Savannah Music Festival (March-April)
17 days, 100+ performances across downtown venues. Overlaps with St. Patrick's Day season, creating Savannah's busiest month for transportation.
Weddings and private events
Forsyth Park, The Olde Pink House, Plant Riverside District, Whitfield Chapel (SCAD), and Wormsloe Historic Site are top venues. Sprinter vans for wedding party transport start at $145/hr.
Historic District, Tybee Island, and coastal Savannah
Savannah's Historic District is a 2.5-square-mile grid of 22 moss-draped squares dating to General James Oglethorpe's 1733 city plan. It is the largest National Historic Landmark District in the United States. River Street on the waterfront, Forsyth Park's 30-acre green space, and the cobblestone lanes connecting the squares make this one of America's most walkable — and most visited — historic cores.
For car service, the Historic District's one-way streets and limited parking make a professional chauffeur essential for any visit beyond walking distance. Our drivers know every square, every one-way, and every construction detour. Drop-off at your restaurant, hotel, or venue entrance — no circling for parking, no meters, no garage fees.
Tybee Island is 18 miles east of downtown Savannah (30 minutes via US-80), a barrier island with 3 miles of public beach, the Tybee Island Light Station (one of the oldest lighthouses in America), and a laid-back beach culture. Detailed Drivers provides round-trip transfers from downtown and SAV airport to Tybee — $75 sedan, $95 SUV.
Popular Savannah routes
Savannah car service options
Detailed Drivers offers airport transfers, hourly hire, corporate travel, black car service, limousine service, and Sprinter van rentals across greater Savannah.
Airport Transfer
SAV flat-rate transfers with flight tracking and baggage claim meet and greet.
Chauffeur Service
Hourly chauffeur hire for Historic District tours, SCAD events, and multi-stop corporate visits.
Black Car Service
Mercedes S-Class and Cadillac Escalade for executive transport and VIP occasions.
Limousine Service
Weddings at Forsyth Park, Plant Riverside District, and Savannah's finest venues.
Corporate Travel
Gulfstream, Port Authority, JCB Americas — corporate accounts with centralized billing.
Sprinter Van Rental
8-14 passengers for St. Patrick's Day groups, SCAD shuttles, and coastal excursions.
City-to-City
Savannah to Charleston (100 mi), Atlanta (250 mi), Jacksonville (140 mi), Hilton Head (45 mi).
Hourly Hire
Flexible by-the-hour service for business meetings, touring, or event schedules.
How to book Savannah car service
Visit or call
Go to detaileddrivers.com/reservations or call (888) 420-0177 any time, 24/7.
Enter details
Pickup location, destination, date, and time. SAV terminal or FBO for airport pickups.
Select vehicle
Mercedes-Benz S-Class sedan, Cadillac Escalade ESV SUV, or Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Van.
Confirmation
Receive instant confirmation. Your chauffeur's contact info arrives 24 hours before pickup.
St. Patrick's Day booking note: For St. Patrick's Day week (mid-March), book at least 2-3 months in advance. This is the single busiest transportation period in Savannah. SCAD Film Festival (October) and Savannah Music Festival (March-April) require 3-4 weeks advance booking. For standard airport and corporate travel, 24 hours notice is ideal.
Corporate car service in Savannah
Savannah's corporate community requires ground transportation that matches the precision of its industries. Gulfstream delivers jets that cost $40-75 million each — their clients and executives expect every detail handled. Georgia Ports Authority manages $128 billion in annual trade value — their visiting executives and government officials need reliable, discreet transport.
Detailed Drivers corporate accounts include a dedicated account manager, consolidated monthly invoicing, ride reporting for expense management, priority booking during St. Patrick's Day and SCAD Film Festival, and NDA-compliant chauffeurs. Set up a corporate account by calling (888) 420-0177 or visiting detaileddrivers.com/reservations.
Areas we serve in Savannah
Detailed Drivers covers all of greater Savannah, Chatham County, and the Lowcountry coastal region. As of 2026, Detailed Drivers serves 67+ cities across the United States with the same flat-rate pricing and professional standards.
Historic District
22 squares, River Street, Forsyth Park
Victorian District
Starland, boutique dining, residential
Ardsley Park
Tree-lined streets, professional community
Midtown
Memorial Health, St. Joseph's/Candler
Southside
Armstrong campus, retail, suburban
Pooler
Near SAV, Tanger Outlets, growing suburb
Garden City
Port of Savannah, logistics hub
Port Wentworth
North of SAV, industrial corridor
Wilmington Island
Residential island, marinas, golf
Tybee Island
18 mi east, beach, lighthouse
Hilton Head Island SC
45 mi, golf resorts, Harbour Town
Bluffton SC
40 mi, Old Town, May River
Richmond Hill
20 mi south, Fort McAllister
Bryan County
Hyundai Metaplant, 30 mi west
Skidaway Island
Gated community, The Landings
Isle of Hope
Historic waterfront, Wormsloe nearby
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Last Updated: March 2026
