Service · Long Distance
Long-distance chauffeured service across California and the Western United States. Bay Area to LA, San Francisco to Lake Tahoe, Sonoma to Carmel. Predictable flat-rate pricing, professional chauffeurs, and a comfortable cabin for the miles ahead.
Long Distance at NLS
When flying isn't right, too short for the airport hassle, too far for a typical car ride, or simply more pleasant by road, NLS offers chauffeured long-distance service across California's most-traveled intercity routes.
Long-distance trips define themselves by being more than 75 miles from an NLS service hub, outside our local metropolitan area definitions. They typically run 2 to 8 hours one-way and span Bay Area to LA, San Francisco to Lake Tahoe, Wine Country to Carmel, and customized intercity itineraries within and beyond California.
Most clients book long-distance for one of three reasons: avoiding the airport for trips that don't justify a flight, traveling with luggage or pets that complicate flying, or simply preferring the chauffeured experience for a pleasant drive through scenery you'd otherwise miss at 30,000 feet.
Pricing is typically flat-rate for defined routes (one-way), with hourly options for customized multi-stop or open-itinerary trips. For overnight trips, chauffeur lodging and meals are passed through at cost. Long-distance is often combined with hourly charter at the destination or with wine country tours as a one-way leg.
Defined Routes
The routes NLS operates most often. Each is quoted as a flat-rate one-way fare. Custom routes are available on request.
The classic California intercity drive. Departure from anywhere in the Bay Area, arrival in LA County. Stops along the way for meals or sightseeing easily accommodated.
The Sierra Nevada by chauffeured car. South Lake Tahoe, Truckee, Olympic Valley, or any specific resort destination. Snow-capable vehicles available in winter season.
From Napa or Sonoma to the Monterey Peninsula and Carmel. A scenic drive that combines two of California's most beloved destinations with stops along the route as desired.
San Francisco, Peninsula, or East Bay to Napa Valley, Sonoma, or Russian River Valley. Often booked as a one-way component of a larger Wine Country experience.
Long-distance chauffeured trips to destinations beyond standard California intercity routes: Yosemite, Big Sur, Mendocino, Mammoth, Las Vegas, Phoenix, San Diego. Custom-quoted based on distance, duration, and overnight requirements.
Long-distance trips originating in or returning to California through our certified affiliate network. Service maintained at equivalent NLS standards across all 50 U.S. states and 70+ countries.
For defined intercity routes, pricing is flat-rate one-way. You know the cost at booking, no surprises. For customized multi-stop or open-itinerary trips, hourly billing applies, typically more economical for trips with significant time spent at the destination.
Most long-distance trips are completed by a single dedicated chauffeur. For very long routes (8+ hours one-way) or multi-day trips, a chauffeur swap or overnight rest period is built in for safety.
On overnight trips, chauffeur hotel and meal accommodations are passed through at cost as itemized incidentals. We typically book a standard business hotel near your destination unless you prefer otherwise.
Vehicles for long-distance are typically Mercedes S-Class sedans or Cadillac Escalade SUVs depending on passenger count and luggage. Sprinter vans accommodate groups of 7 to 14. All NLS vehicles are less than 3 years old, immaculately maintained, and pre-trip inspected before each long-distance trip.
Booking Process
Long-distance bookings benefit from advance notice. We recommend at least 48 hours; multi-day trips ideally 1 to 2 weeks ahead.
Call our 24/7 concierge at +1 (650) 364-0118 or email reservations@nlstrans.com. Provide route, dates, passenger count, and any specific accommodations needed.
Receive a detailed quote within 24 hours including base fare, estimated incidentals (overnight chauffeur lodging if applicable), tolls, and gratuity. Confirmation locks in the route and vehicle.
The day before service, your chauffeur reviews the route, weather conditions, and any specific notes from your reservation. You'll receive your chauffeur's direct contact information.
Chauffeur arrives 15 to 30 minutes before scheduled departure. Vehicle is fully fueled, water and amenities stocked. SMS check-ins along the route as appropriate.
Final invoice with all itemized charges sent within 48 hours. Multi-day trip incidentals (chauffeur lodging, meals) clearly itemized.
Frequently Asked Questions
Long-distance trips benefit from a brief conversation. Call our 24/7 concierge to discuss your route, timing, and any custom accommodations.
