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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything about booking, airport pickups, pricing and policies. Can’t find your answer? Call (862) 520-7433 or email bookings@hamiltonscarservice.com.

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Booking

How far in advance should I book?

We recommend booking at least 24 hours ahead. Online booking is open until 3 hours before pickup, and same-day rides are often possible depending on availability. Call (862) 520-7433 for anything sooner.

Are you available 24/7?

Yes. We provide rides 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and online booking is open around the clock.

How do I change my reservation?

Call or email us with the change. It counts once Hamilton’s confirms it, and it must come in before your vehicle’s cancellation cutoff. Changes are subject to availability and may affect the price.

Can I book online?

Yes. Online booking is open 24/7 for pickups at least 3 hours away and gives you an instant, all-inclusive price. Book online.

Can I book for someone else?

Yes. Enter them as the passenger; they get the chauffeur updates and you get the confirmation and receipt.

Airport pickups

What if my flight is delayed?

We track flights in real time and adjust your pickup if your flight is late. Please double-check your flight number when booking; incorrect flight details can affect pickup timing.

How much free wait time do I get at the airport?

Domestic arrivals include 30 minutes and international arrivals 60 minutes of free waiting time, starting when your plane reaches the gate. Tarmac and baggage delays follow the same policy. After that, waiting is billed in 15-minute increments.

Where will I be met at the airport?

For curbside pickups, coordinate with your chauffeur by sharing your terminal and the pickup area on airport signs. With Meet & Greet, your chauffeur meets you inside near baggage claim with a name sign.

Do you offer Meet & Greet?

Yes, on request. At Newark it adds a $25 airport parking charge. At JFK and LaGuardia it depends on availability because of construction and airport restrictions.

Do you pick up at train stations?

Yes, including Newark Penn Station and Metropark. Train pickups include 20 minutes of free waiting time.

Pricing & payment

Is your pricing all-inclusive?

Yes. Our quotes are all-inclusive, with no surprises. Over 99% of our point-to-point trips match the original quote; the price only changes if you add stops, extra waiting time or other changes to the trip.

Why might my final charge differ from the quote?

Only if the trip changes: added stops, extra waiting time or services added on the day of travel.

How do I pay?

We accept credit cards only; please don’t pay the chauffeur in cash. Your card may be pre-authorized before the trip, with the final charge processed after the ride. Your receipt is emailed automatically.

Is there a late-night charge?

Rides with a pickup between 12:00 AM and 6:00 AM include an extra $15 charge.

Can I add a stop on the way?

Yes, ideally requested in advance. On flat-rate trips, a stop charge applies if the stop takes you a mile or more off the planned route or lasts 10 minutes or longer.

Do you charge for waiting?

Standard pickups include a free 15-minute grace period. After that, waiting time is billed at the vehicle’s hourly rate in 15-minute increments. Airport and train pickups have longer free waiting periods.

Is gratuity included?

Gratuities are at the passenger’s discretion. Our service fee compensates our chauffeurs and is not a gratuity.

How do I get a receipt?

Receipts are emailed automatically once your trip is complete and paid. Account holders can view detailed receipts and trip history anytime in their online account.

Policies

What is your cancellation policy?

Changes and cancellations must be confirmed before the cutoff for your vehicle: sedans and SUVs 2 hours, vans 4 hours, Sprinters, minibuses and stretch limousines 24 hours, coach buses 48 hours. Late changes or cancellations are charged 100% of the trip cost. A voicemail or email alone is not a confirmed change until we confirm it.

What happens if I don’t show up?

If we can’t reach you or your contact within 30 minutes of the scheduled pickup, the ride is considered a no-show and is charged in full.

Are pets allowed?

Yes, as long as your pet is in a proper carrier and you let us know when you book, so we can prepare the right vehicle.

Do you provide child car seats?

No, we do not provide child car seats.

Your chauffeur

How will I know my chauffeur is on the way?

You get a reminder 24 hours before your trip. On the day of service you receive a text and email when your chauffeur is on the way and again when they arrive, with their name, phone number and vehicle details.

Who are your chauffeurs?

Our chauffeurs are professionally trained and licensed, with a focus on defensive driving, safety, customer service and local route knowledge. Many clients see the same familiar faces trip after trip.

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