As a guide, Oxford is about 60 miles and an hour and a half by car from Central London, and the Cotswolds villages around Bourton-on-the-Water are about 85 miles and two hours away. Leaving London at rush hour can add up to half an hour. We arrange day trips to both, and to Stonehenge, with one chauffeur and one electric car from start to finish.
How long does the drive to Oxford take?
Plan on about an hour and a half each way, on the A40 and M40. At rush hour, allow two. Your chauffeur checks the traffic before you leave and picks the route on the day.
How long does it take to reach the Cotswolds?
The Cotswolds cover a large area, so it depends where you stop first. Bourton-on-the-Water, a common first stop, is about two hours from Central London. Tell us the villages you want to see and we will plan the order so you spend less of the day in the car.
Can an electric car get there and back without charging?
Yes, in most cases. The Mercedes EQS and EQE have a range of up to 400 miles and the BMW i7 up to 370, so either trip, with driving between stops, sits well inside one charge. The Mercedes EQV, which seats six, has a range of up to 215 miles. Send us the route when you book and we will match the car to it.
What does the chauffeur do while I'm sightseeing?
They wait close by while you visit a college, have lunch or walk round a village, then pick you up where you agreed. You can add as many stops as you need. Each car has bottled water and phone chargers, and Wi-Fi is on board if you ask the chauffeur to connect you.
Can a family or a group come?
Yes. The EQS, EQE and BMW i7 seat up to three passengers, and the EQV up to six, with room for bags and shopping. We supply infant, child and booster seats on request.
How do I book a day trip?
Get in touch with the date, the number of people and the places you want to see, and we will plan the day and send you a quote. You can also call +44 (0)20 4536 1595 at any hour, or read more about our private chauffeur service.
