Many families and professionals in Gurgaon own a car but don't always want to drive it – because of long office hours, heavy traffic on routes like NH-48, Golf Course Road or Sohna Road, a late-night party, or an elderly parent who needs to visit the hospital. Hiring a driver solves this, but the right type of booking depends on how often you need one.
1. Hourly driver – for one-off trips
An hourly driver is best when you need help for a few hours: an airport drop at IGI, a business meeting, a wedding or party, shopping, or a hospital visit. You pay only for the time you book.
- Book with a little buffer time – Delhi NCR traffic is unpredictable.
- Mention whether your car is manual or automatic, and if it's a luxury model.
- Share the exact pickup point and any parking instructions for your society or office.
2. Weekly or outstation driver – for road trips
Planning a trip to Jaipur, Agra, Rishikesh or the hills in your own car? An outstation driver with highway experience lets everyone in the family relax. Weekly bookings also work well when guests are visiting or your regular driver is on leave.
- Agree in advance on the route, number of days and daily driving hours.
- Clarify who pays for tolls, parking, fuel and the driver's stay and meals.
- Plan rest breaks on long drives – a fresh driver is a safe driver.
3. Monthly driver – for daily needs
If you need a driver every day – for office commutes, school runs or a senior family member – a monthly driver is the most convenient and economical option.
- Fix working hours, the weekly off and overtime terms in writing.
- Decide what happens on leave days – for example, booking an hourly replacement.
- Give a short briefing on your regular routes and your family's preferences.
What to check before hiring any driver
- Valid driving licence for your type of vehicle.
- Identity and address verification with original documents.
- Background or police verification – especially for full-time drivers.
- Experience with automatic, manual or luxury cars, as relevant.
- References from previous employers.
Booking through a platform that verifies drivers saves you this effort. Every Let's Drive driver goes through identity verification and background checks before joining.
Safety tips for car owners
- Keep the RC, insurance and PUC certificate in the car.
- Share live location with family on long or late-night trips.
- Don't leave cash or valuables in the car.
- Note the driver's name and booking details before the trip starts.
Book a verified driver in Gurgaon
Hourly, weekly, outstation and monthly drivers can be booked online at LetsDrives.in or in the Let's Drive app. Questions? Call or WhatsApp us on +91 95555 51770.