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How Much Does a Stretch Limo Cost? What Goes Into the Price
How stretch limo pricing works, what raises or lowers the price, and how to compare quotes, with Boston options for every group size.
How much does a stretch limo cost? It depends on the hourly rate for the vehicle, the minimum number of hours, the date and the route. Gratuity and any fees on top also count. Rates differ a lot between companies, cities and seasons, so the only reliable number is a written quote for your date. At Mak Louren in Boston, the Premium Stretch Limo carries up to 10 passengers and is $170 per hour with a 4-hour minimum, plus a 20% minimum gratuity. This guide shows what goes into the price and how to compare quotes.
- How it is priced
- Usually by the hour, with a minimum booking. Your total is the hourly rate times the hours, plus gratuity and any fees in the quote.
- What changes the price
- Vehicle size, date (weekends and prom or wedding season), the number of hours, the route and the distance outside the company’s service area.
- At Mak Louren
- Premium Stretch Limo for up to 10 passengers, $170 per hour with a 4-hour minimum. For smaller groups, a Business SUV is $125 per hour (up to 6), 3-hour minimum.1
In this guide
How much does a stretch limo cost? The formula
Most stretch limo bookings are hourly. To estimate the total:
- Hourly rate × hours booked. Use the greater of your planned hours or the company’s minimum.
- Add gratuity. Check whether it is included. At Mak Louren, gratuity is not included in rates; the Premium Stretch Limo carries a 20% minimum gratuity.1
- Add any fees listed in the quote, such as tolls, parking at venues or extra time if the event runs over.
The per-person cost is the total divided by the group. A 10-passenger stretch limo shared by 10 people often costs each person less than separate rides.
What makes a stretch limo cost more or less
| Factor | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Vehicle size | Larger stretch vehicles cost more to run and are in shorter supply. |
| Date and season | Saturdays, prom season and wedding season are in highest demand. |
| Minimum hours | A short trip is still charged the minimum. |
| Route and distance | Trips outside the usual service area, or one-way trips far from base, add time. |
| Waiting and overtime | If the event runs long, extra time is billed. |
| Venue rules | Some venues require limos to park and wait, and charge parking. Gillette Stadium, for example, lists limo parking at $150.2 |
How to compare stretch limo quotes
- Ask for the all-in total for your exact hours, not just the hourly rate.
- Confirm the minimum and how overtime is billed.
- Confirm gratuity: included, added automatically or optional.
- Ask about the vehicle: passenger capacity, luggage space, and whether photos show the actual vehicle or a representative model.
- Read the cancellation policy. At Mak Louren, cancellation is free up to 48 hours before pickup; within 48 hours the full fare is charged.3
- Check licensing and insurance for carrying passengers for hire.
Get a stretch limo quote in Boston
Premium Stretch Limo for up to 10 passengers, quoted for your date, timeline and route.
Alternatives to a stretch limo
A stretch limo is built for the occasion itself. For pure transportation, or a smaller group, other vehicles often cost less:
| Vehicle (Mak Louren) | Passengers | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Premium Stretch Limo | Up to 10 | $170/hr, 4-hour minimum |
| Business Van | Up to 15 | $165/hr, 4-hour minimum |
| Business SUV | Up to 6 | $125/hr, 3-hour minimum |
| Business Sedan | Up to 3 | $100/hr, 3-hour minimum |
Mak Louren rates and fleet, updated October 7, 2026. Gratuity not included.1
Planning a wedding? See Boston wedding transportation. For a full day with one car, see what a chauffeur for a day costs.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a stretch limo cost per hour?
It varies by company, city, vehicle size and date. Ask for a written quote for your exact date and hours. At Mak Louren, the Premium Stretch Limo is $170 per hour with a 4-hour minimum and a 20% minimum gratuity.1
How many people fit in a stretch limo?
It depends on the vehicle. Mak Louren’s Premium Stretch Limo carries up to 10 passengers with 3 to 4 suitcases.4
Is gratuity included in limo prices?
Policies differ by company. At Mak Louren, gratuity is not included in rates; the Premium Stretch Limo carries a 20% minimum gratuity.1
How far ahead should I book a stretch limo?
As early as you can for weekends, proms and weddings, because there are fewer stretch vehicles than sedans and SUVs.
Stretch limo service in Boston
Premium Stretch Limo, SUVs and the 15-passenger van for weddings, birthdays, galas and nights out across Greater Boston.
- Stretch LimoUp to 10, $170/hr
- Business SUV$125/hr, up to 6
- Business Sedan$100/hr, up to 3
- Business VanUp to 15, $165/hr
Related event guides
Sources
- Mak Louren Rates (retrieved October 2, 2026)
- Gillette Stadium: Transportation (retrieved October 2, 2026)
- Mak Louren Terms and Conditions (retrieved October 2, 2026)
- Mak Louren Fleet (retrieved October 2, 2026)