Best Car Service in Nashville, TN: Top 5 Limo & Town Car
Metro Livery ranks #1 in Nashville on our criteria, with a 4.8 rating on 1,218 Google reviews and active federal passenger authority. Nashville Chauffeur Inc is #2. Many state, city and airport permit checks are still pending verification, so ask the company for its license before you book.
Scored out of 100 on published criteria. Each company gets the same checks from official sources. Last verified
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Metro Livery
Locally owned
Nashville, TN
76/100
Top overallMost reviewedLargest fleet on fileOut-of-state trips (federal authority)Private jet / FBO pickups
A Nashville-area chauffeured car service with a 4.8 rating on 1,218 Google reviews and an active USDOT number with federal passenger authority. Its review volume is the highest on this list.
Rating
4.8 on 1,218 Google reviews (LPR Audit, 2026)
Fleet
36 power units on file with FMCSA
Licensing
USDOT 3296465 active, passenger authority; FMCSA-registered since 2019
✓DOT numberVerified
USDOT 3296465 (Bokhari USA Inc (DBA Metro Livery Transportation)), active; authorized for passengers · FMCSA SAFER company snapshot
✓Insurance on fileVerified
Active federal passenger authority, which requires insurance on file with FMCSA · FMCSA
…Airport permitPending verification
Pending verification; the airport doesn't publish a searchable operator list · Nashville International
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Local know-how
Nashville ride guide
BNA pickups
BNA is about 15 to 20 minutes from downtown. Ask how much free wait time is included after landing.
Lower Broadway
Weekend nights on Broadway are packed. Hourly bookings with a set meeting spot work best.
Titans and Predators games
Nissan Stadium and Bridgestone Arena events jam downtown. Pick a meeting corner a few blocks away.
Bachelorette parties
Spring and fall weekends book up early. Ask about the vehicle's drink policy and capacity.
Market overview
Car service in Nashville: what to know
Nashville is one of the fastest-growing party and event markets in the US. Bachelorette groups on Broadway, country music events, weddings and corporate conventions drive heavy demand for party buses, Sprinters and limos.
Our research ranks Metro Livery
as the best car service in Nashville, TN on our published criteria, followed by Nashville Chauffeur Inc. Every company on this page was checked against official records, including state or city licensing, FMCSA federal authority and airport listings, and scored on reviews, fleet, specialties, chauffeurs, real photos and story, booking and years in business. The limo service, town car service and black car service options below cover airport transfers, weddings, proms, corporate travel and nights out.
Airport guide
BNA airport car service and limo pickups
BNA has one terminal. Pre-arranged chauffeurs pick up at the designated ground transportation area on the lower level. Confirm the exact pickup spot with your company.
Before you book an BNA airport car service, share your flight number so the company can track delays, ask how much free wait time is included (it is often longer for international arrivals), and choose curbside or meet-and-greet in baggage claim. Pre-arranged chauffeurs follow the airport's commercial vehicle rules, which are different from rideshare and taxi zones. Rules change, so check the airport's official ground transportation page.
Venues & events
Where people book a chauffeur service in Nashville
The trips that most often call for a chauffeur service in Nashville start or end at these places:
Bridgestone Arena
Nissan Stadium
Ryman Auditorium
Music City Center
the Grand Ole Opry
Lower Broadway
For a wedding limo in Nashville, book the ceremony-to-reception route with buffer time for photos. A party bus in Nashville works best for groups of 14 or more heading to games, concerts or bar hops. A prom limo in Nashville should come from a company with a clear no-alcohol policy for minors and a written pickup and drop-off schedule. Corporate car service in Nashville usually means sedans or SUVs on account billing, with receipts and the same vetted chauffeurs each time.
Service area
Nashville neighborhoods and suburbs served
The companies we rank regularly serve Downtown and Lower Broadway, the Gulch, East Nashville, 12 South, Germantown, Brentwood, Franklin and Hendersonville, along with trips to the airport (BNA). If your pickup is outside the city core, confirm there is no extra mileage or deadhead charge, and ask whether the quoted time includes the drive to your door.
Vehicle guide
Sedan, SUV, Sprinter or party bus rental with driver in Nashville?
Capacities vary by company and model, so always confirm seating and luggage space for the specific vehicle. These are typical ranges for an SUV or Sprinter rental with driver in Nashville and the rest of the common fleet:
Sedan (town car)
Up to 3 passengers with 2–3 bags. Best for airport runs and business travel.
Luxury SUV
Up to 6 passengers (often 4–5 with luggage). Good for families, snow and ski trips, and executives.
Sprinter van (executive or limo)
About 10–14 passengers. Popular for wine tours, corporate groups and airport groups.
Stretch limousine
Usually 6–10 passengers. A classic for weddings, proms and anniversaries.
Party bus / limo bus
Roughly 14–40 passengers. Built for bachelor and bachelorette parties, birthdays and game days.
Motor coach / mini coach
About 25–56 passengers. For conventions, shuttles and large weddings.
How to book
How to book a limo service in Nashville: questions to ask
Is the company licensed? Ask for its permit number and check it with the agency listed below.
Is the vehicle commercially insured, and can you see proof?
Is the price all-inclusive (gratuity, fuel, tolls, airport fees, wait time)? Get it in writing.
Is there a minimum number of hours, and when does the clock start and stop?
Can you see photos of the exact vehicle you'll get?
What are the cancellation policy and deadline?
For airport trips: do they track your flight, and how much free wait time is included?
For proms and weddings: is there a written itinerary, and what are the rules on alcohol and decorations?
Quotes vary a lot by vehicle, date and hours, so compare two or three written quotes rather than relying on a posted rate.
Local regulations
Who licenses limos and town cars in Nashville?
In Nashville, limousines and their drivers are permitted by the Metro Nashville Transportation Licensing Commission. BNA sets its own commercial ground transportation rules. Interstate carriers also need FMCSA authority. Source: Metro Nashville Transportation Licensing Commission; federal authority: FMCSA company snapshot.
Seasonal demand
When to book car service in Nashville
CMA Fest in June, Titans and Predators seasons, New Year's Eve and spring and fall bachelorette weekends are the busiest. Book party buses for Saturday nights well in advance.
FAQ
Nashville car service FAQ
What is the best limo service in Nashville?
On our criteria, Metro Livery ranks #1 with a 4.8 rating on 1,218 Google reviews. Nashville Chauffeur Inc is #2. See each card for the verification checklist.
Do Nashville limousines need a permit?
Yes. Metro Nashville's Transportation Licensing Commission permits limousines and party vehicles, and BNA requires its own ground transportation permit.
What's best for a bachelorette party on Broadway?
A party bus or limo keeps the group together. Lower Broadway gets closed or jammed on weekend nights, so agree on a pickup corner.
Where do I meet my car at BNA?
Prearranged cars usually meet you at baggage claim or the ground transportation area on the lower level. Confirm the spot with your company.
Which airports do Nashville car services cover?
The companies on this list serve Nashville International (BNA). Confirm the airport and terminal when you book.
How can I check if a Nashville limo company is legitimate?
Search the Tennessee Secretary of State business search, look up the USDOT number on FMCSA SAFER, check the Metro Nashville Transportation Licensing Commission permit, and ask for proof of insurance.
How much does a limo cost in Nashville?
Rates vary by vehicle, day and hours. Ask each company for an all-in quote that includes minimum hours, gratuity, tolls and fees.
How far ahead should I book a car service in Nashville?
For airport rides, a few days ahead is usually enough. For weddings, proms and big event weekends, book 2 to 3 months ahead.
How are these companies ranked?
Each company gets a score out of 100 from public data: reviews, verification checks, fleet, chauffeurs, specialties, real photos and story, booking and years registered. See our methodology.
What is the best car service in Nashville?
On our published criteria, Metro Livery ranks #1 and Nashville Chauffeur Inc ranks #2 in Nashville, TN. Each company was checked against official licensing, FMCSA records and reviews.
How do I book an BNA airport car service?
Book ahead with a licensed company, share your flight number for tracking, and confirm the pickup spot. BNA has one terminal.
Who regulates limousines in Nashville?
In Nashville, limousines and their drivers are permitted by the Metro Nashville Transportation Licensing Commission.
What size vehicle do I need for a group in Nashville?
Sedans carry up to 3, SUVs up to 6, Sprinter vans about 10–14, stretch limos 6–10 and party buses roughly 14–40. Confirm the exact capacity with the company.
Which areas around Nashville do car services cover?
The ranked companies regularly serve Downtown and Lower Broadway, the Gulch, East Nashville, 12 South, Germantown, Brentwood, Franklin and Hendersonville. Ask about extra mileage charges for pickups outside the city.
When should I book a wedding or prom limo in Nashville?
Book 2–3 months ahead for spring proms and summer wedding weekends, and get a written itinerary and all-inclusive quote.
Is a party bus in Nashville a good idea for a large group?
For 14 or more people, a party bus or limo bus is usually simpler and safer than several cars. Check its license and insurance first.
What is the busiest time for car service in Nashville?
CMA Fest in June, Titans and Predators seasons, New Year's Eve and spring and fall bachelorette weekends are the busiest.
Do you rank locally owned car services in Nashville higher?
Slightly. Companies that public records show are locally owned and operated get a 4-point bonus, capped at 100, and a Locally owned badge. 3 of the 5 companies ranked in Nashville qualify. In Get matched you can also choose Locally owned & operated to put local businesses first.
How do you tell if a car service in Nashville is a real local provider?
We look at each company's own website. Up to 10 of the 100 points go to real photos and a real story: photos of the company's own vehicles rather than stock or manufacturer images, real chauffeurs or owners shown by name, and an About page with specifics such as who founded it, when and where. Sites built only from stock images or a generic About page score lower. The same check applies to every company we rank.
Which car service in Nashville is best for a large group or a corporate trip?
For parties of up to 14 we favor locally owned, owner-operated companies for hands-on quality; for larger groups and corporate programs we match companies with the fleet capacity to deliver. Get matched uses your group size and trip type: groups over 14 are matched to companies with minibuses, coaches or party buses, and corporate trips to companies that offer corporate accounts. If you pick Locally owned, we still favor local companies that can seat your group.
How often are rankings updated?
Every month. Our AI re-checks public sources and re-scores every company, so the lists stay current.
