Rolls-Royce Phantom Chauffeur Hire in London

Nothing else compares — with your own professional driver

Hiring a Rolls-Royce Phantom with a driver in London is the grandest statement luxury travel can make. Our luxury chauffeur service offers the Phantom VIII — the flagship of the Rolls-Royce fleet — driven by a licensed, DBS-checked professional chauffeur. Whether it is a wedding, a red-carpet arrival, a board meeting or a private jet connection, a chauffeur-driven Phantom turns the journey itself into the occasion.

The Phantom has been the choice of royalty and heads of state for a century. The current generation pairs a near-silent 6.75-litre V12 with the famous “magic carpet” ride: rear-hinged coach doors close at the touch of a button, the Starlight Headliner scatters hundreds of points of light across the ceiling, and the rear cabin is quieter than most drawing rooms. It stands above even the Rolls-Royce Ghost and the Mercedes-Maybach S-Class as the most formal statement car of all.

Every booking is genuinely all-inclusive: VAT, the ULEZ charge and the Congestion Charge are built into your quoted price. No “plus VAT” surprises, no late-booking fees, no per-passenger add-ons — the rates you see below are the rates you pay.

The Phantom interior

Settling into the rear of a Phantom feels like entering a private members’ club. Deep lambswool carpets, hand-stitched leather and book-matched veneers surround two rear seats with more legroom than a first-class cabin. The Gallery — a glass-enclosed artwork spanning the dashboard — makes every Phantom subtly unique, while double-glazed windows and more than 130 kg of sound insulation create the quietest cabin Rolls-Royce has ever built. Rear privacy curtains, a drinks cabinet with crystal glasses, and the Starlight Headliner complete a space designed to arrive in, not merely travel in.

The ultimate Rolls-Royce wedding car

As a wedding car, the Phantom has no equal: the coach doors open wide for the grandest of dresses, the elevated rear seats keep every hair in place, and the Spirit of Ecstasy leads your procession. We provide ribbons in your colours, a route rehearsal and unhurried photo stops, with your chauffeur coordinating timings across ceremony and reception. The Phantom is equally at home at premieres, galas and red-carpet arrivals and at Royal Ascot and race days — book well ahead for peak wedding season.

Phantom airport transfers — Heathrow, private jets and FBOs

For VIP airport transfers we cover Heathrow, Gatwick, Luton, Stansted and London City with fixed, published prices — Heathrow from £750 all-inclusive — plus live flight tracking, free waiting time and a nameboard meet & greet at arrivals.

Flying privately? Your chauffeur will meet you directly at the FBO at Farnborough, Biggin Hill, Luton Private or RAF Northolt, coordinate timing with your flight crew, and handle luggage from jet to boot. For crewed arrivals we work to the aircraft’s actual wheels-down time, not the schedule.

Phantom for business

For executives, the Phantom’s rear cabin offers absolute acoustic privacy for confidential calls between engagements. Book an executive chauffeur to keep the car with you all day, arrange multi-stop business meetings or a financial roadshow, and open a corporate account with monthly invoicing and agreed rates. The Phantom is also the most memorable way to see the city — unhurried private London sightseeing past Buckingham Palace and Tower Bridge, hired by the hour with your chauffeur on call all day.

Phantom vs Ghost — which to choose

Both sit at the summit of British motoring, chauffeur-driven to the same flawless standard. Choose the Phantom when the occasion calls for the grandest, most formal statement car of all — weddings, galas and the highest-profile arrivals. Choose the Rolls-Royce Ghost (£180/hr) when you prefer contemporary, understated presence with a little more discretion, or the Rolls-Royce Cullinan when the journey calls for a luxury SUV. Our Rolls-Royce fleet page compares all three.

Why choose First Class Chauffeurs

Our Phantom is maintained to manufacturer standard and presented immaculately for every journey. Our chauffeurs are licensed, DBS-checked and never sub-contracted — read our reviews: 5.0 on Google and 4.8 on Trustpilot across 188 reviews. And unlike most London operators, our pricing is fully transparent: while competitors quote “plus VAT”, add late-booking fees and charge per extra passenger, our rates below are final. A full 10-hour day with us costs £2,250 all-in — less than most rivals’ pre-VAT price for the same car.

Rolls-Royce Phantom — rates

All rates below include VAT, the ULEZ charge and the Congestion Charge.

See the full fleet price list for every car. For a precise, no-obligation figure, request a fixed quote.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to hire a Rolls-Royce Phantom with a driver in London?

Hourly hire is £250 per hour with a six-hour minimum (£1,500), and a full day (10 hours) is £2,250 — VAT, ULEZ and Congestion Charge included. There are no extras added at the end.

How much is a Phantom chauffeur transfer to Heathrow?

Heathrow or London City to Central London is from £750 fixed, all-inclusive, with flight tracking and meet & greet included. Gatwick, Luton or Stansted is from £1,000. Prices are published — never “POA”.

Can you meet a private jet at Farnborough or Biggin Hill?

Yes. Your chauffeur meets you at the FBO, coordinates with your flight crew and works to the aircraft’s actual arrival time. We are an IATA-registered travel agent and handle private aviation arrivals regularly.

Can I book the Phantom as a wedding car?

Absolutely — the Phantom is the ultimate wedding car, presented immaculately with ribbons in your colours, a route rehearsal and unhurried photo stops. Share your venues and timings and we will plan every detail around you.

How many passengers fit in the Phantom?

The Phantom comfortably seats up to four passengers with two large suitcases and two carry-ons. For larger groups we recommend pairing it with a Mercedes-Benz V-Class for luggage and staff.

What is the difference between the Phantom and the Ghost?

The Phantom is the larger, grander flagship — the ultimate statement car with coach doors and the Starlight Headliner. The Rolls-Royce Ghost is the more contemporary, understated model for those who prefer refined discretion — and at £180/hr it is the more accessible way into Rolls-Royce travel.

Reserve your Rolls-Royce Phantom with a driver in London today — request a fixed quote online or speak to our team 24/7.