Private Transportation Services in Central Ohio

Smart Ride Central Ohio provides prearranged, owner-operated private transportation personally driven by Steve French. Every request is reviewed before confirmation so Steve can verify the schedule, route, passenger needs, and vehicle capacity.

Airport Transportation

Private transportation to and from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH), Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK), and Central Ohio private aviation terminals.

  • Flight tracking for airport pickups
  • Direct communication with Steve
  • Coordinated terminal pickup instructions
  • Luggage assistance
  • Early-morning and late-arrival requests considered
  • Meet-and-greet assistance available when arranged

Business and Executive Transportation

Professional, scheduled transportation for airport travel, meetings, client visits, conferences, and other time-sensitive business trips.

  • A known owner-driver instead of anonymous driver matching
  • Prearranged pickup times and locations
  • Quiet, comfortable private transportation
  • Direct communication when a schedule changes
  • Receipts and payment documentation available

Weddings, Concerts, and Special Events

Private transportation for weddings, concerts, sporting events, dinners, celebrations, and other occasions when passengers want a planned ride and a known driver.

  • Advance scheduling
  • Pickup and return transportation when availability permits
  • Transportation for up to six passengers, subject to luggage and seating needs
  • Additional stops considered during quoting
  • Clear pricing before confirmation

Appointments and Senior Transportation

Patient, prearranged transportation for appointments, family visits, errands, and events. Customers should describe any walking assistance, mobility needs, or additional time required when requesting the ride so Steve can confirm whether the trip can be accommodated safely.

Long-Distance Private Transportation

Private transportation beyond the immediate Columbus area may be available depending on the route and schedule. Each trip is quoted individually and remains subject to Steve’s confirmation.

What Every Confirmed Ride Includes

  • Every ride personally driven by owner Steve French
  • Commercially insured transportation
  • A clean Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid
  • Direct communication before pickup
  • Pricing presented before the request is submitted
  • A personally reviewed reservation rather than instant, anonymous dispatch

Where Smart Ride Operates

Smart Ride serves Powell, Columbus, Delaware, Dublin, Hilliard, Lewis Center, Marysville, Marion, New Albany, Plain City, Westerville, Worthington, Upper Arlington, Grandview Heights, Grove City, and other Central Ohio communities. Review the complete Smart Ride service-area guide to find your community and nearby transportation resources.

Plan Your Ride

Request airport transportation, request other private transportation, or review the Smart Ride planning resources. Questions? Call or text Steve at 614-546-7661.

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