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Southampton to Manhattan
Private Car Service

Door-to-door service from Southampton to anywhere in Manhattan. We pick you up at your home, hotel, or rental and drop you at your exact destination in the city.

2-2.5 Hours

Drive Time

~95 Miles

Distance

Fixed Rate

No Surge

Any Address

In Manhattan

Quick Facts: Southampton to Manhattan

  • Drive time: 2 to 2.5 hours (3-4 hours on summer Sunday evenings)
  • Distance: Approximately 95 miles via LIE or Southern State Parkway
  • Fixed pricing: $275-$375 depending on vehicle, locked at booking
  • Pickup: Your home, hotel, or any Southampton address
  • Drop-off: Any address in Manhattan (Midtown, UES, UWS, Downtown, etc.)
  • Popular times: Sunday evenings, Monday mornings for weekday commuters

The Route: Southampton to Manhattan

The drive from Southampton to Manhattan covers roughly 95 miles and takes 2 to 2.5 hours under normal traffic. We head west via Sunrise Highway or Montauk Highway, connect to the Long Island Expressway, and enter Manhattan through the Midtown Tunnel or Queensboro Bridge.

Traffic reality: Sunday evening westbound traffic from the Hamptons is famously congested during summer months. If you're leaving Southampton on a Sunday evening between Memorial Day and Labor Day, plan for 3 to 4 hours. Alternatively, leave before 1pm or after 8pm.

Why Private Car Service for Southampton to Manhattan

The Sunday evening Hamptons-to-city route is one of the hardest for rideshare. Here's why clients choose fixed-rate car service:

Uber Black / Lyft Lux

  • $375-$550+ with Sunday surge
  • Drivers cancel long trips frequently
  • Price increases as you sit in traffic
  • Limited driver availability in Southampton
  • 3-4 hour trip at surge rates adds up fast

Hamptons Leisure Limo

  • $275-$375 fixed rate, no surge
  • Guaranteed ride, no cancellations
  • Same price regardless of traffic
  • Driver arrives 10 minutes early
  • Relax for the ride, we handle the traffic

What's Included in Your Southampton to Manhattan Transfer

  • Door-to-door service: Pickup from your Southampton address, drop-off at your building, hotel, or office in Manhattan.
  • Luggage handling: Your driver loads and unloads all bags. Weekend bags, golf clubs, shopping from town.
  • Flexible scheduling: Early morning pickups for Monday commuters, evening departures after dinner, any time that works.
  • Amenities: Bottled water, phone chargers, climate control. Work, rest, or catch up on calls.

Manhattan Drop-off Locations

We drop off anywhere in Manhattan at no extra charge:

  • Midtown (offices, hotels, Times Square)
  • Upper East Side (residential, Park Avenue)
  • Upper West Side (Lincoln Center, residential)
  • Penn Station (train connections)
  • Grand Central (Metro-North connections)
  • Downtown (FiDi, Tribeca, SoHo)
  • Chelsea / Flatiron
  • Any specific address

Book Your Southampton to Manhattan Transfer

Text us your pickup address in Southampton, your Manhattan destination, and your preferred time. We'll confirm your fixed rate immediately.

Vehicle Options for Southampton to Manhattan

Mercedes S-Class

Up to 3 passengers

Executive sedan for solo travelers or couples. Quiet ride, work-friendly.

Chevrolet Suburban

Up to 6 passengers

Most popular choice. Room for families and weekend luggage.

Mercedes Sprinter

Up to 14 passengers

Groups heading back to the city together.

Best Times to Leave Southampton for Manhattan

Timing your departure can save hours. Here's our guidance:

  • Sunday: Leave before 1pm or after 8pm to avoid peak westbound traffic
  • Monday morning: 5am pickup arrives Manhattan around 7:30am
  • Weekdays: Mid-day (10am-3pm) travel is smoothest
  • Friday: Westbound traffic is light; leave anytime

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the drive from Southampton to Manhattan?

The drive from Southampton to Manhattan takes 2 to 2.5 hours under normal traffic conditions. On summer Sunday evenings, expect 3 to 4 hours due to heavy westbound traffic from the Hamptons.

How much does a car service from Southampton to Manhattan cost?

Fixed-rate car service from Southampton to Manhattan costs $275-$375 depending on vehicle type. This includes pickup from your home or rental in Southampton and drop-off anywhere in Manhattan. No surge pricing regardless of traffic.

Where in Manhattan can you drop me off?

We drop off anywhere in Manhattan at no extra charge: Midtown, Upper East Side, Upper West Side, Downtown, Financial District, SoHo, Tribeca, or any specific address. Penn Station and Grand Central are also popular drop-off points.

What's the best time to leave Southampton to avoid traffic heading into the city?

On Sundays, leave before 1pm or after 8pm to avoid peak westbound traffic. Monday through Thursday, early morning or mid-day is smoothest. Friday westbound traffic is typically light.

Can you pick me up Monday morning for an early commute back to the city?

Yes. We handle early Monday morning pickups for clients who weekend in Southampton and need to be in Manhattan for work. A 5am pickup gets you to Midtown around 7:30am.

Other Routes from Southampton

Southampton → JFK

~1h 45m - 2h 15m

Southampton → LGA

~2 - 2.5 hours

Manhattan → Southampton

Return trip

See all our Southampton limo services or explore Hamptons to NYC transportation.