Hourly as Directed
Hourly Car Service Los Angeles — As-Directed Private Driver
Some days in Los Angeles don’t fit into a single straight line. You’ve got a morning meeting in Century City, lunch in Beverly Hills, an afternoon call you’re taking from the car, a stop at the hotel to freshen up, and dinner in West Hollywood. Trying to Uber between each of those — timing it, hoping a driver accepts, watching surge prices spike is a part-time job you didn’t sign up for.
That’s what hourly, as-directed car service is built for. Your driver is with you. You direct where you go and when. No rebooking, no surge, no wasted 10 minutes waiting on a new driver every time you need to move. You just get in and say where you’re headed next.
At JM Transportation Services, our as-directed hourly service is used by executives running back-to-back meetings across the city, out-of-town visitors who want flexibility without the hassle of renting a car, wedding parties managing a busy day, and anyone who simply values having a reliable professional at their disposal for the day.
What "As-Directed" Service Actually Means
Hourly car service sometimes called “as-directed” or “chauffeur service” means you’re booking the driver’s time, not a specific route. The driver is assigned to you for a set number of hours. Within that window, you decide where you go, when you leave, and how long you spend at each stop.
The driver waits while you’re in your meeting. Waits while you’re shopping. Waits while you’re at dinner. When you’re ready to leave, they’re ready to go.
This is fundamentally different from a rideshare or even a standard point-to-point booking:
- With rideshare, you rebook every time you move.
- With point-to-point service, you pay per trip, and the driver leaves after drop-off.
- With as-directed hourly service, the driver stays. The vehicle stays. You have continuity.
- That continuity matters more than people realize until they’ve experienced a day where it’s missing.
When Hourly Service Makes Sense
Full-day business travel across Los Angeles: Four meetings in four neighborhoods. Without a driver, you’re wasting hours coordinating rides between each. With hourly service, you finish your meeting, walk to the car, and go next.
Corporate clients and executive transportation: Hosting a client from out of town? A professional driver at their disposal signals you take the visit seriously. It also keeps conversation going between stops, without distraction.
Events with uncertain end times: Award shows, charity galas, concerts where the encore could last 45 minutes. Your driver is staged and waiting — whenever you’re ready, the car is too.
Wedding day logistics: Timing shifts throughout the day. The ceremony runs long. Family photos take more time. With hourly, you’re not locked into rigid pickup windows — your driver adapts as the day unfolds.
Sightseeing and full-day LA exploration: Family visiting from out of town? Exploring the city yourself without parking hassles? An as-directed driver gives you freedom to go at your own pace.
Shopping and errands: Rodeo Drive, The Grove, Beverly Center. Your driver handles parking. You don’t circle for spots. You move between locations without logistics slowing you down.
Three Real Examples
The Executive Running Multi-Stop Days: Lands at LAX at 10 a.m. Meeting in El Segundo by noon. Call from car at 2 p.m. heading to Santa Monica. Second meeting at 4 p.m. in Brentwood. Dinner in West Hollywood at 7 p.m. Back to Beverly Hills hotel. Six location changes across 9 hours. With hourly, he’s in the car when needed, working between stops, focused on business not logistics.
The Wedding Guest: Family friend in town for Saturday wedding in Pasadena at 2 p.m. Reception until midnight. Sunday brunch planned. She wants dinner in Old Town Pasadena after the reception but doesn’t want to be tied to anyone’s schedule. With hourly booked from noon through midnight, she’s covered for ceremony, cocktails, reception, dinner, and return to hotel all on her schedule, no Uber scramble at night.
The Patient Coordinating Medical Appointments: Morning pre-op appointment at Cedars-Sinai, insurance call, afternoon consultation at second office in Santa Monica. Can’t drive herself. Timing uncertain. Hourly driver handles all three legs, waits during appointments, gets her home — no stress, no logistics to manage during something already stressful.
Our Fleet
We run a small, well-maintained fleet. Every vehicle is kept clean and in professional condition because the car you ride in reflects the service you receive.
Flagship Executive SUV
Our newest-generation Suburban delivers commanding presence and elite comfort. Spacious leather seating, advanced climate control, and expansive luggage capacity make it ideal for executives, VIP clients, and high-profile transportation needs.
- 7 Passengers
- 6 Bags
- Ideal for airport transfers
- Perfect for corporate & VIP travel
- Large group & luggage capacity
Executive Group Luxury
Sleek, discreet, and versatile. The Traverse offers quiet cabin comfort and contemporary styling ideal for private appointments, city travel, and personal transportation.
- 7 Passengers
- 6 Bags
- Corporate transportation
- LAX & private airport service.
- Special events
Modern Private Luxury
Sleek, discreet, and versatile. The Traverse offers quiet cabin comfort and contemporary styling ideal for private appointments, city travel, and personal transportation.
- 7 Passengers
- 2-4 Bags
- Executive travel
- Private chauffeur service
- Comfortable city transfers
A refined executive vehicle with premium leather seating and smooth suspension. Designed for clients who value understated luxury and professionalism.
- 4 Passengers
- 4-6 Bags
- Airport transfers
- Business meetings
- Private executive service
Classic Chauffeur Experience
A timeless symbol of professional ground transportation. The Town Car provides a traditional, smooth, and quiet ride perfect for formal occasions and executive travel.
- 7 Passengers
- 6 Bags
- Corporate events
- Formal occasions
- Traditional Black Car Service
How to Book Hourly Service
Call Us
(213) 822-4900
Tell Us Your Plan
Starting time, duration, and stops
Confirm Details
$85/hr, mileage included, 5-hr min
Driver Arrives
Ready to start your day
Frequently Asked Questions
What is as-directed hourly car service?
As-directed service means you’re booking a driver for a set number of hours rather than a single trip. The driver stays with you throughout the booking, waiting at each stop and moving with you as your day unfolds. You direct where to go — they handle the driving.
What is the minimum booking for hourly service?
Our minimum is 5 hours, at $85 per hour. That brings the minimum total to $425. This minimum applies regardless of whether you end up using all five hours.
Is there a mileage charge in addition to the hourly rate?
No. With hourly service, you pay the hourly rate — mileage is included. This is one of the advantages of hourly over multiple point-to-point bookings if your day involves a lot of driving.
What if I need the driver for longer than originally planned?
Not a problem. If your day runs long, additional hours are billed at the same $85/hour rate. Just let your driver know you’d like to extend, and we’ll handle the billing adjustment.
Can I use hourly service for airport pickups combined with other stops?
Absolutely — and this is actually a very common use case. For example: LAX airport pickup, then to the hotel, then to two meetings, then to dinner, then back to the hotel. Booking as-directed for the full duration is often more efficient than breaking it into separate trips.
What kinds of vehicles are available for hourly bookings?
We have a 2025 Chevrolet Suburban, 2022 Chevrolet Suburban, 2026 Chevrolet Traverse, and 2019 Lincoln MKT. For groups needing more than one vehicle, we can coordinate multiple cars.
Do you offer same-day hourly bookings?
We do our best to accommodate same-day requests depending on availability. Advance booking — especially for full days — is always recommended.
Is service available in Spanish?
Yes. JM Transportation Services is fully bilingual in English and Spanish. Our team can assist you from booking through the end of your trip in whichever language you prefer.
What's your cancellation policy?
Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before your scheduled start. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a fee.
Book Your As-Directed Driver Today
When your day is too complex for a simple point-to-point ride and too important to leave to rideshare chance hourly service is the right call.