Colombo has no shortage of taxis, three-wheelers and ride-hailing apps. So why would you hire a driver for your own car? It depends on the trip.
When a taxi is fine
- You didn't bring your car and just need a one-way ride.
- It's a short trip with no stops.
- You're travelling alone with no luggage, children or elderly passengers.
When a driver for your own car is better
- You've driven somewhere and had a drink. A taxi leaves your car behind; a Drink and Drive driver brings it home.
- You have several stops: errands, shopping, meetings. A rented driver waits and drives you between them.
- You're travelling with children who need their own car seats, or elderly parents who are more comfortable in a familiar car. See our hospital & elderly driver service.
- It's a long trip out of Colombo and you'd rather not drive. A long-distance driver drives your car there and back.
- You're flying out and don't want to pay for airport parking. An airport driver drives you to BIA in your car and brings it home.
Comfort and familiarity
Your own car has your air-conditioning settings, your music, your child seats and your things in the boot. For many families, especially with older parents or young children, that comfort is the main reason to choose a driver over a taxi.
Cost
With Family Driver, your fare is calculated in the Family Driver app. For trips with several stops or long waiting times, a driver for your own car is often the simpler option.
Need a driver tonight?
A sober, verified driver comes to you and drives your own car. 24/7 across Colombo.
