# Van rental in Bangkok, with a driver included > Every van on this page comes with a professional chauffeur. Compare starting rates, eleven vehicle models and the journey types to plan, then send a route for a written quote. *Canonical HTML page: https://www.pimstarter.com/van-rental-bangkok.html · Operator: Pimstarter Bangkok Executive Vans, Bangkok, Thailand · Last reviewed: 2026-11-06* **Short answer.** In Bangkok, “van rental” can mean either a vehicle with a driver or a self-drive rental; check the service offered. Pimstarter focuses on chauffeured hire. Confirm the vehicle and route before booking. Pimstarter rents chauffeured vans from **1,400 THB per hour**, **5,200 THB for a five-hour half day** and **9,000 THB for a ten-hour day**, across eleven vehicle models seating four to fourteen passengers. - **Service:** Private van with professional driver - **Where:** Bangkok, both airports, and onward across Thailand - **Vehicles:** 7 classes, 4–14 seats — [see the fleet](https://www.pimstarter.com/fleet.html) - **From:** 1,400 THB per hour · 9,000 THB per 10-hour day - **Booked by:** Written request — [booking form](https://www.pimstarter.com/booking.html) or [contact page](https://www.pimstarter.com/contact.html) - **Self-drive:** Not offered — a driver is included in every rate on this page ## Why van hire in Bangkok comes with a driver A van with driver suits visitors who want to share one vehicle without arranging their own driving, parking and navigation. Bangkok journeys can involve busy roads, expressway choices and limited pickup space. Send the driver the exact building entrance and allow time for traffic, particularly when several appointments have fixed start times. A chauffeured van lets you delegate driving and parking. Agree the pickup point, drop-off access and waiting arrangement before travel. For a group, compare the total against the number of cars you would need, including any stops and waiting time. ## What van rental in Bangkok costs Pimstarter publishes starting rates rather than one flat figure, because a five-hour shopping afternoon and a ten-hour day with a run to Ayutthaya are not the same product. *Indicative base rates published by Pimstarter for the Toyota Hiace, in Thai baht. These are not all-in totals or rates for every model. The final figure depends on vehicle class, route, hours, applicable fees, waiting time and extras. Ask for it to be confirmed in writing before travel.* | Duration | From (THB) | Suited to | | --- | --- | --- | | Hourly | 1,400 / hour | Short city runs, a meeting, a dinner transfer | | Half day — 5 hours | 5,200 | Morning of meetings, a half-day tour, shopping | | Full day — 10 hours | 9,000 | Sightseeing, multi-stop business days, day trips | | Weekly | 52,000 | Visiting families, production crews, long stays | | Monthly | 156,000 | Relocations, expatriate families, recurring routes | Compare written totals for the same model, route and hours. Published base rates do not establish the cost of a different vehicle or an airport or intercity journey. See the [rates guide](https://www.pimstarter.com/rates.html) for fees and items to confirm. [See the full rate card and the inclusions checklist →](https://www.pimstarter.com/rates.html) ## Eleven vehicle models Seat count is the wrong place to start. Start with luggage, then check that the seats still fit. *Seat and luggage figures as published on each Pimstarter vehicle page. Electric guest counts exclude the chauffeur; electric luggage capacity and pricing are on request. These separate figures do not confirm that both maxima fit together. Ask for the actual seating and luggage configuration.* | Vehicle | Seats | Bags | Typically chosen for | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Toyota Majesty](https://www.pimstarter.com/vehicle-toyota-majesty.html) | 7–8 | 4 | Couples and small families, city days, hotel transfers | | [Hyundai Staria](https://www.pimstarter.com/vehicle-hyundai-staria.html) | 7–9 | 4 | Airport arrivals and executive days with a lighter load | | [Toyota Alphard](https://www.pimstarter.com/vehicle-toyota-alphard.html) | 6–7 | 4 | VIP transfers, executives, couples, small families | | [Lexus LM](https://www.pimstarter.com/vehicle-lexus-lm.html) | 4–6 | 4 | Luxury chauffeur service, principal guests | | [Mercedes Vito](https://www.pimstarter.com/vehicle-mercedes-vito.html) | 7–8 | 4 | Business travel and refined group transport | | [Toyota Hiace](https://www.pimstarter.com/vehicle-toyota-hiace.html) | 9–12 | 6 | Larger groups on city and airport runs | | [Toyota Commuter](https://www.pimstarter.com/vehicle-toyota-commuter.html) | 12–14 | 8 | The largest capacity in the fleet — delegations, event shuttles, luggage-heavy groups | | [ZEEKR 009 Flagship](https://www.pimstarter.com/vehicle-zeekr-009-flagship.html) | Up to 5 guests | On request | Electric chauffeur travel; price on request | | [DENZA D9](https://www.pimstarter.com/vehicle-denza-d9.html) | Up to 6 guests | On request | Electric chauffeur travel; price on request | | [XPENG X9](https://www.pimstarter.com/vehicle-xpeng-x9.html) | Up to 6 guests | On request | Electric chauffeur travel; price on request | | [MG MAXUS 9](https://www.pimstarter.com/vehicle-mg-maxus-9.html) | Up to 6 guests | On request | Electric chauffeur travel; price on request | For six adults with six large suitcases, an Alphard’s published four-bag figure does not cover the proposed load. The Hiace lists six bags and the Commuter eight, but neither listing proves simultaneous capacity with your passenger count. Send dimensions and ask for the actual configuration before selecting a model. ## Journey types to plan ### Airport transfers Suvarnabhumi and Don Mueang, in both directions, with meet-and-greet in the arrivals hall and luggage help. [BKK](https://www.pimstarter.com/suvarnabhumi-airport-transfer.html) · [DMK](https://www.pimstarter.com/don-mueang-airport-transfer.html) ### Business days Multi-stop meeting schedules, roadshows, event shuttles and client entertainment, with the van waiting between stops. [Business travel](https://www.pimstarter.com/business-travel.html) ### City sightseeing Temples, markets, the river and the malls, sequenced so you are not crossing the city at the worst hour. [City tours](https://www.pimstarter.com/city-tours.html) ### Out of town Pattaya, Hua Hin, Ayutthaya and Kanchanaburi as a day trip or a one-way transfer. [Pattaya](https://www.pimstarter.com/bangkok-to-pattaya-van.html) · [Ayutthaya](https://www.pimstarter.com/bangkok-to-ayutthaya-van.html) ### Weekly and monthly A van and driver on a standing schedule for families, delegations, crews and hotel shuttles. [Long-term hire](https://www.pimstarter.com/long-term-hire.html) ### Concierge days Transport plus the reservations, errands and arrival details around it. [Concierge](https://www.pimstarter.com/concierge.html) ## Booking, step by step - **Send the shape of the day.** Date, pickup address or flight number, destinations, passengers, suitcases. Rough timings are fine at this stage. - **We propose a vehicle and a price.** In writing, naming the model, the hours and what is included. - **You confirm.** The booking is live once you have our written acceptance — a submitted form on its own is a request, not a reservation. - **Before travel.** Ask for the meeting point and chauffeur contact details, then confirm flight tracking, delay handling and the waiting allowance. ## Where a van is the wrong answer Two or three passengers with cabin bags moving between BTS-connected addresses in the middle of the day do not need a van, and a sedan or a ride-hailing car may cost less. A van earns its place when you have luggage, a group, a schedule that cannot slip, small children, elderly passengers, heat, rain, or an itinerary with several pre-arranged stops. The [van, taxi and Grab comparison](https://www.pimstarter.com/van-vs-taxi-vs-grab-bangkok.html) sets out the trade-offs honestly. ## Related pages - [Van with driver](https://www.pimstarter.com/van-with-driver-bangkok.html) - [Chauffeur service](https://www.pimstarter.com/chauffeur-service-bangkok.html) - [Rates & inclusions](https://www.pimstarter.com/rates.html) - [Minibus 9–14 seats](https://www.pimstarter.com/minibus-rental-bangkok.html) ## Van rental in Bangkok: common questions **How much does it cost to rent a van with a driver in Bangkok?** Pimstarter's published starting rates are 1,400 THB per hour, 5,200 THB for a five-hour half day and 9,000 THB for a ten-hour day, with weekly hire from 52,000 THB and monthly from 156,000 THB. The final price depends on the vehicle class, the route, the hours and any waiting time, and is confirmed in writing before travel. The published amounts are indicative base rates; ask which fees and extras apply to your booking. **Can I rent a van in Bangkok without a driver?** Self-drive van rental exists in Thailand but is uncommon and is not something Pimstarter offers. Every rate on this site includes a professional driver. For most visitors that is the better outcome anyway: no international driving permit question, no navigation, no parking, and no liability for a vehicle in unfamiliar traffic. **How many people and suitcases fit in one van?** Pimstarter's fleet runs from four to fourteen seats. The Toyota Commuter is the largest on both counts, published at 12–14 passengers and eight bags; the Toyota Hiace carries 9–12 passengers, with a separately published six-bag figure; the premium models (Alphard, Staria, Majesty, Vito) carry six to nine passengers with four bags. These are separate published specifications. Confirm the actual passenger and luggage combination before booking. **Is a driver's meal or overnight stay charged separately?** Ask whether meals, an out-of-town allowance or accommodation are included for your itinerary. If the driver stays overnight, have the arrangement and any cost stated in the quotation. Do not infer an inclusion from the base day rate. **Do you cover airports other than Bangkok?** Yes. Suvarnabhumi and Don Mueang are the two Bangkok airports and the bulk of the work, and transfers are also arranged for Phuket, Chiang Mai, Samui and Krabi through the [airport transfer service](https://www.pimstarter.com/airport-transfers.html). Long one-way intercity runs are priced per route rather than per hour. --- ## Booking and contact - Booking request form: https://www.pimstarter.com/booking.html - Contact page: https://www.pimstarter.com/contact.html - Published rates and what they include: https://www.pimstarter.com/rates.html - Fleet, seats and luggage capacity: https://www.pimstarter.com/fleet.html Published base rates are indicative starting amounts. The route, date, vehicle class, applicable fees, waiting time and extras can change the total. Ask for a written quote from Pimstarter showing the total and inclusions before confirming travel.