A limo rental costs $50 to $300 per hour in 2026
A limo rental costs $50 to $300 per hour in 2026, and most companies sell a 2 to 4 hour minimum. Fash lists $95 to $165 per hour for a stretch limo and $55 to $90 for a sedan. Skyline Chicago Limo lists $100 to $300 for an SUV limo. Party buses cost more. The vehicle, the city, and the day all move the price. Tip, fuel, and fees are often extra.
What price guides say
We checked 3 price guides and read every number on their pages on October 7, 2026. They do not all measure the same thing, so read each line for what it counts.
| Source | What it found |
|---|---|
| Fash | Fash lists $55 to $90 per hour for a sedan, $95 to $165 for a stretch limo, and $165 to $400 for a party bus. |
| Personal Sedan Services | Personal Sedan Services in Las Vegas lists $125 to $175 per hour for a stretch limo and $375 to $525 for a 3 hour trip. |
| Skyline Chicago Limo | Skyline Chicago Limo lists $50 to $80 per hour for a luxury sedan, $70 to $150 for a stretch limo, and $100 to $300 for an SUV limo. |
Limo price per hour by vehicle
| Vehicle or trip | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Executive sedan | $55 to $90 per hour | Fash |
| Stretch limo | $95 to $165 per hour | Fash |
| Stretch limo in Las Vegas | $125 to $175 per hour | Personal Sedan Services |
| Stretch limo in Chicago | $70 to $150 per hour | Skyline Chicago Limo |
| Stretch SUV | $140 to $275 per hour | Fash |
| Party bus | $165 to $400 per hour | Fash |
| 3 hour stretch limo trip in Las Vegas | $375 to $525 | Personal Sedan Services |
| Full evening of 5 to 6 hours in Las Vegas | $700 to $1,200 | Personal Sedan Services |
Every number in this table was read on one of the source pages listed at the bottom of this page.
What pushes the price up
| What | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Vehicle type | A sedan costs less than a stretch limo or SUV. Fash lists $55 to $90 per hour for a sedan and $140 to $275 for a stretch SUV. |
| Minimum hours | Most companies set a minimum. Fash says two to three hours and Skyline Chicago Limo says three to four, so a short trip can still cost a lot. |
| City | Prices differ by market. Personal Sedan Services in Las Vegas lists $125 to $175 per hour for a stretch limo, and Skyline Chicago Limo lists $70 to $150. |
| Fees and tip | The hourly rate is not the full bill. Fash lists a tip of 15 to 20 percent and a fuel fee of $15 to $60. |
| Extras | Add-ons raise the total. Fash lists decorations at $50 to $250, a drink package at $30 to $175, and airport meet and greet at $25 to $40. |
What the price includes
The hourly rate usually covers the car and a driver for the hours you book. Tip, fuel, taxes, and fees are often billed apart. Fash lists a tip of 15 to 20 percent. Skyline Chicago Limo says service fees and taxes add 15 to 25 percent. Many firms ask for a deposit. Ask for the full total in writing.
Who charges this and how it is billed
Limo rentals come from local limo companies and chauffeur firms. Most bill by the hour with a minimum, so a short ride is priced as if it were longer. Some firms also quote a flat price for airport rides. Fash lists a tip of 15 to 20 percent. Skyline Chicago Limo says fees and taxes add 15 to 25 percent and deposits run 20 to 50 percent of the total. Read the contract for the overtime rate and the cancel rules before you pay.
When you need this
People rent a limo for weddings, proms, airport rides, and nights out. It makes sense when a group wants to ride together and not drive. Book early for busy dates such as prom season. For a simple ride to the airport, a sedan costs less than a stretch limo. Ask what the clock counts.
How to judge your quote
- What is the minimum number of hours, and is the clock based on pickup to drop off?
- Does the quote include fuel, taxes, fees, and the tip?
- How much is the deposit, and can you get it back?
- Is the exact car you will get named in the contract?
- Compare the total with the range above: $50 to $300 per hour for most people in 2026.
Ways to pay less
- Book only the hours you need. A shorter trip still has a minimum, so match your plan to it and skip extra hours.
- Rent on a weekday if you can. Busy dates like prom and New Year's Eve cost more, so ask for the weekday rate.
- Pick a sedan or a smaller limo. Fash lists $55 to $90 per hour for a sedan, well below the $140 to $275 for a stretch SUV.
- Split the cost with your group. A party bus can cost less per person than two small cars when many people ride.
- Ask for an all in quote. Ask what fuel, fees, tip, and taxes add, so the total does not surprise you.
How we got these numbers
The range on this page comes from Fash, Personal Sedan Services and Skyline Chicago Limo. We opened each source page and read every number on it on October 7, 2026. Where the sources disagree, the table above shows each one so you can see the spread. These are planning ranges, not quotes. The written price you are given is the real price.
Common questions
How much does a limo cost per hour?
Fash lists $95 to $165 per hour for a stretch limo. Skyline Chicago Limo lists $70 to $150 and Personal Sedan Services lists $125 to $175 in Las Vegas.
How much does a party bus cost per hour?
Fash lists $165 to $400 per hour. Skyline Chicago Limo lists $300 to $500 and Personal Sedan Services lists $175 to $275.
Is there a minimum number of hours?
Yes, most firms set one. Fash says two to three hours, and Skyline Chicago Limo says three to four hours.
How much should I tip a limo driver?
Fash lists a tip of 15 to 20 percent of the fare. Skyline Chicago Limo says 20 percent is customary.
What fees are added to the rate?
Skyline Chicago Limo says service fees and taxes add 15 to 25 percent. Fash lists a fuel surcharge of $15 to $60 or 3 to 10 percent.