Choosing the right vehicle matters most when you have luggage, a group, or an early flight. Here is what we run in Royal Tunbridge Wells and which vehicle suits which journey. Call 01892 888888 or request a quote and we will match the vehicle to your booking.
Vehicle types and capacity
| Vehicle | Passengers | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Saloon | Up to 4 | Local journeys, station runs, appointments, and solo or couple airport trips with hand luggage |
| Estate | Up to 4 | Airport transfers where luggage is the constraint rather than seats |
| Executive Mercedes & other premium marques |
Up to 4 | Client collections, business travel, weddings and corporate airport runs |
| 8-seat minibus | Up to 8 | Small groups, family airport trips, nights out |
| 12-seat minibus | Up to 12 | Larger groups, sports teams, event transport |
| 16-seat minibus | Up to 16 | Full group transfers, school trips, wedding guest shuttles |
All minibus bookings include a driver. See minibus hire details →
Which vehicle do I need?
The most common booking mistake is choosing on passenger count alone. Luggage is just as often the deciding factor.
| Your journey | Book this | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Two people to Gatwick, one case each | Saloon | Comfortable on seats and boot space |
| Four adults with four large cases | Estate or 8-seat | Seats are not the limit here — luggage is |
| A group of six | 8-seat minibus | Usually simpler and cheaper than two saloons |
| Client collection or business meeting | Executive | See executive travel → |
| Hospital appointment with a wait | Saloon | Wait-and-return available → |
| Wedding guest shuttle or school trip | 12 or 16-seat | Moves the whole group in one vehicle |
Choosing between a saloon and an estate
Both carry up to four passengers. The difference is boot space. Four adults flying with four large suitcases will not be comfortable in a saloon — ask for an estate, or step up to a minibus. Tell us the number of bags when you book and we will send something appropriate, rather than leaving you to find out at the kerb.
Every vehicle, every driver
- Licensed & DBS checkedAll our drivers are licensed and hold Enhanced DBS checks through Tunbridge Wells Borough Council.
- Serviced & cleanedVehicles are prepared before every pickup.
- Priced in advanceAs a private hire operator we quote before you travel. See how fares work →
- Available 24/7Late nights, early flights, weekends and bank holidays.
Tell us what you are carrying.
The most common cause of a difficult airport pickup is luggage that does not fit the vehicle booked. When you call or request a quote, tell us the number of passengers and the number and size of bags — plus anything bulky such as golf clubs, skis, a pushchair or a musical instrument.
We will confirm the right vehicle before you travel.
Book your vehicle
Call us 24 hours a day, or request a free fixed-price quote online.
