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Baltimore Transportation Guide

How to Arrive at Your Maryland Ceremony in Style

Baltimore is classically New England, which means that on your wedding day you’ll want to arrive to the ceremony site in style. Limos are extremely popular in this town, as are even more extravagant ideas, like a horse and buggy or a trolley (for a larger group). Whatever your style, read on for smart transportation tips.

Baltimore wedding day transportation should be taken care of 4 months’ prior to your ceremony. (Allow 6 months if you’re getting married during prom season, March through June.) Transportation costs vary in Maryland, depending on the type of vehicle you rent and how many cars you’ll need. A good sum to start with is $500 for the day.

Before you start your search, have a solid estimate of how many people will need transportation, and whether or not you want to pay for wedding extras like unlimited champagne and sun roofs. Read the fine print so you don’t spend money on an amenity you don’t need. Should you rent more than one vehicle (for the day of your wedding or for pre-wedding parties), you might get a discount. To find transportation providers, ask friends and relatives, as well as other vendors. Be sure to get references, and contact the Better Business Bureau for complaints.

When you’re ready to find your Baltimore wedding day transportation provider, make sure to visit the OurWeddingDay.com Baltimore Local Vendor Section for a regularly updated, extensive list of top Baltimore wedding contacts.

Traditional wedding etiquette dictates that the bride travels with her father and bridesmaids, and the groom travels in a separate car with the best man. Moms should have their own vehicle. These “rules” are mere guidelines, however, and you can alter the transportation arrangements to suit your personal style.

Once you pick your car, make sure it’s the color requested (never assume the limo will be white unless specifically stated in the contract), and ask to see the vehicle to make sure it’s in excellent condition. For those of you looking to cut down on your budget, investigate non-white cars, as they tend to go for a cheaper rate.

The contract should cover the driver’s attire, so that it matches the formality of your wedding. You’ll also need the name of any substitute drivers, should a last-minute emergency occur. Find out, too, if gas is covered by the company, or if you are responsible for filling up.

Your driver has to have clear maps of all sites, and experience driving in any out of the way areas. Exchange cell phone numbers (always include a number from someone who’s not in the wedding party), as well as landlines, should you find yourself in an area with poor service, or should batteries die. Drivers are generally tipped 20%, provided the service is exceptional. The best man or another wedding-party member should be responsible for the task.

-David Toussaint