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Hamptons Car Service from NYC

Luxury ground transportation from Manhattan to the Hamptons—beat traffic, arrive refreshed, travel in style. Summer season specialists with LIE and Route 27 mastery.

TLC Licensed Chauffeurs24/7 Summer SeasonLIE Traffic ExpertsSeason Packages

Why Choose Professional Car Service for Hamptons Travel?

The Hamptons—Southampton, East Hampton, Bridgehampton, Sag Harbor, Amagansett, Montauk—are 100–120 miles east of Manhattan, a premier summer destination with pristine beaches, world-class dining, and an iconic social scene. The drive takes 2–3.5 hours depending on destination and departure time, but Hamptons traffic is legendary: Friday afternoon 3–6pm eastbound on the Long Island Expressway can exceed 4 hours, while Sunday afternoon westbound creates a mass exodus lasting 3.5–4+ hours.

Professional car service transforms this experience. Door-to-door convenience means your Manhattan apartment to your Hamptons driveway directly—no bus terminals, no train transfers, no luggage hauling. Your chauffeur navigates LIE gridlock and Route 27 village bottlenecks while you work, take calls, or relax. Depart on your schedule to avoid peak traffic windows, stop for wine tastings or grocery shopping en route, and arrive in a black car that matches Hamptons luxury standards.

Compared to the Hampton Jitney (shared bus, fixed schedule, carry-on limits) or the LIRR (4+ hours with transfers, need a car at your destination), private car service offers privacy, unlimited luggage for beach gear, golf clubs, and wine cases, and the flexibility to adjust your entire trip around real-time conditions. Available 24/7 Memorial Day through Labor Day for corporate retreats, wedding transportation, by-the-hour winery tours, and season packages for weekly summer homeowner service.

Beat Hamptons Traffic—Expert Navigation & Optimal Timing

Hamptons traffic is no joke. Our chauffeurs use data-driven departure recommendations and real-time navigation to save you up to 90 minutes on every trip.

Friday Departure Windows

Late Evening

best

6pm – 9pm

Under 2 hours

Early Morning

good

6am – 9am

2 – 2.5 hours

Thursday 2–3pm

avoid

Early departure surge

4+ hours possible

Friday 3–6pm

avoid

Peak gridlock window

4+ hours LIE crawl

Sunday Return

Sunday 2–6pm

avoid

Mass exodus westbound

3.5 – 4+ hours

Sunday 7pm+

best

Post-exodus window

Under 2.5 hours

Monday Morning

best

Avoid trade parade 2:30–5pm

Under 2 hours

Professional Chauffeur Advantages

Real-time traffic monitoring (Waze, Google Maps, live alerts)
Alternative route decisions: LIE vs Southern State Parkway vs Sunrise Highway
Village bypass knowledge during extreme Route 27 congestion
Timing recommendations personalized to your destination and schedule

Comprehensive Hamptons Coverage—All Major Towns & Villages

From Southampton's classic elegance to Montauk's surfer culture—we serve every Hamptons destination.

Southampton

~2h off-peak

95 miles from Manhattan

  • Cooper's Beach (#1 beach in America)
  • Main Street luxury shopping and fine dining
  • Classic Hamptons elegance, charity galas

East Hampton Village

~2h 15m

105 miles from Manhattan

  • Main Beach, Guild Hall arts and theater
  • "Old money" elegance, Maidstone Club
  • Shingle-style estates, strict village character

Bridgehampton

~2h 5m

98 miles from Manhattan

  • Polo matches (Saturdays, corporate entertainment)
  • Farm stands with famous heirloom produce
  • Topping Rose House, Wölffer Estate nearby

Sag Harbor

~2h 10m

100 miles from Manhattan

  • Historic whaling village, harbor charm
  • Baron's Cove, American Hotel dining
  • More authentic character, artsy vibe

Amagansett

~2h 20m

108 miles from Manhattan

  • Celebrity hideaway, low-profile beaches
  • Family-friendly, pristine coastline
  • Main Street square, luxury residential lanes

Montauk

~2h 30m–3h

120 miles from Manhattan

  • Ditch Plains Beach (surfer mecca), lighthouse
  • Gurney's Resort, Surf Lodge nightlife
  • Fishing village authenticity, laid-back vibe

Why Choose Private Car Service Over Hampton Jitney or Train

Privacy, flexibility, and unlimited luggage—the advantages that matter for Hamptons travel.

Hampton Jitney Bus

  • 2.5–3+ hours with fixed schedule and multiple stops
  • Shared coach bus—no privacy for calls or family
  • Standard carry-on limits (difficult with beach gear, golf clubs)
  • Fixed departure times—miss bus, wait for next
  • No wine tasting detours, grocery pickups, or flexible stops

LIRR Train

  • 4+ hours with transfer at Ronkonkoma
  • Multiple connections required, luggage difficult to manage
  • Need a car once arriving—Hamptons require vehicle
  • Summer rush trains packed, transfers chaotic
  • Beach umbrellas, coolers, golf clubs impossible on train

Private Car Service Advantages

  • Door-to-door: Manhattan apartment → Hamptons driveway (zero transfers)
  • Privacy: exclusive vehicle for calls, family comfort, relaxation
  • Unlimited luggage: beach gear, golf clubs, wine cases, shopping bags
  • Productivity: Wi-Fi, quiet calls, laptop work during 2–3 hour drive
  • Flexibility: depart on your schedule, wine tasting stops, grocery detours
  • Professional image: black car arrival matching Hamptons luxury standards

Hamptons Summer Season—Lifestyle, Events, Activities

From beach clubs to polo matches, charity galas to winery tours—arrive in style for every Hamptons occasion.

Beaches & Beach Clubs

  • Cooper's Beach Southampton (#1 US beach)
  • Main Beach East Hampton (village exclusivity)
  • Ditch Plains Montauk (surfer mecca)
  • Private beach clubs with cabanas and dining

Social Scene & Events

  • Bridgehampton Polo Club (Saturdays, tailgating tradition)
  • Charity galas and fundraisers (weekly summer events)
  • Art galleries and Friday evening openings
  • Hampton Classic Horse Show (August)

Dining & Nightlife

  • Nick & Toni's, The American Hotel, Sant Ambroeus
  • Topping Rose House (farm-to-table)
  • Surf Lodge Montauk (live music, harbor sunsets)
  • Baron's Cove Sag Harbor (harbor views)

Wine Country

  • Wölffer Estate Sagaponack (within the Hamptons)
  • North Fork wineries 30–45 min from Hamptons
  • By-the-hour service for tasting tours
  • Wine cases transported safely back to NYC

Shopping

  • Southampton Main Street (Ralph Lauren, Theory)
  • East Hampton Main Street (galleries, boutiques)
  • Amagansett Square (artisan shops)
  • Farm stands for heirloom produce

Film & Arts

  • Hamptons International Film Festival (October)
  • Guild Hall East Hampton (arts and theater)
  • Parrish Art Museum
  • Gallery openings throughout summer

Corporate, Wedding & Flexible Service Options

From corporate retreats to Hamptons weddings—tailored service for every occasion and group size.

Corporate & Group Transportation

  • Corporate summer off-sites and team building in the Hamptons
  • Polo match corporate entertainment (Bridgehampton Saturdays)
  • Multi-day retreat transportation with daily Manhattan roundtrips
  • Wedding transportation: bride/groom, family, guest shuttles
  • Charity gala attendees (professional arrival for black-tie events)
  • Bachelor/bachelorette beach weekends (groups 6–10)

Browse our executive fleet including sedans (1–3 passengers), SUVs (1–5 passengers with extra cargo), and Mercedes Sprinter vans (6–14 passengers).

Flexible Service Options

One-Way Service

NYC → Hamptons only. Common for summer homeowners who drive back or stay the full week.

Round-Trip Weekends

NYC → Hamptons Friday evening, return Sunday. Complete weekend package with optimized timing.

By-the-Hour

Multi-stop Hamptons days: winery tours (3–5 wineries), beach hopping, shopping circuits, restaurant day.

Season Packages

Weekly Friday/Sunday service Memorial Day through Labor Day. Consistent chauffeur, simplified billing.

Learn about by-the-hour service for maximum Hamptons flexibility.

Airport to Hamptons Transportation

Direct connections from major airports for out-of-town visitors arriving for Hamptons vacations and events.

JFK International Airport

JFK — Queens, NY
1h 45m–2h 30m

International business travel hub. 75–100 miles to Hamptons depending on destination. Most common for out-of-town visitors flying in for Hamptons vacations.

LaGuardia Airport

LGA — Queens, NY
2h–2h 45m

Domestic arrivals from Boston, DC, Florida, West Coast. 85–110 miles to Hamptons depending on destination.

East Hampton Airport

HTO — East Hampton
Direct access

Small regional airport serving private aviation. Corporate executives and ultra-wealthy with private jets and small aircraft. Limited commercial service.

All airport transfers include flight tracking and meet-and-greet at baggage claim. See individual airport pages: JFK, LaGuardia. The Hamptons are also accessible from our Long Island car service coverage area.

Frequently Asked Questions About Hamptons Car Service

Book Your Hamptons Car Service Today

Trusted by Hamptons summer homeowners, corporate executives, wedding parties, and luxury travelers for professional NYC-to-Hamptons transportation. Traffic expertise saves you 90+ minutes, luxury experience matches Hamptons standards—TLC-licensed chauffeurs, 24/7 Memorial Day through Labor Day.

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True North VIP is a New York City-based premium chauffeur and black car service. The company provides airport transfers to JFK, LaGuardia, Newark, Teterboro, and Westchester County airports, along with hourly charters, corporate ground transportation, wedding and event service, and city-to-city travel. Service covers all five NYC boroughs, Northern New Jersey, Connecticut, Westchester County, Long Island, and the Hamptons, with TLC-licensed professional chauffeurs and a fleet of executive sedans, luxury sedans, SUVs, and Sprinter vans available 24/7.

To book a ride, visit truenorthvip.com/book or call +1‑347‑321‑9929.