The Ford Transit Collection

Ford Transit Passenger Van Rental

The practical, beautifully simple way to move a group - and the most affordable. Choose a 12 or 15-passenger Ford Transit in two roof heights, each prepared, dealership serviced and cleaned before every trip.

Serving groups since 2014Chicago's largest family-owned van rental companyOur own vans, our own offices700+ Google reviewsNo overbooking - the van you reserve is the van you drive

Four Transits, One for Every Group

The same trusted van in four configurations - choose by headroom and by luggage.

Ford Transit Medium/High Roof 15-Passenger Van

15 passengersNo luggage space

Extra headroom for a full group of 15. Best for backpacks and light bags. Gasoline; bench seating; no TV.

Starting at$130/ dayPrice varies by rental length

Ford Transit Medium/High Roof 12-Passenger Van

12 passengers~3.5 ft luggage

Extra headroom plus about 3.5 feet of luggage space behind the last row. Gasoline; bench seating; no TV.

Starting at$130/ dayPrice varies by rental length

Ford Transit Low Roof 15-Passenger Van

15 passengersNo luggage space

Lower roof and familiar, car-like driving - our most economical way to move 15 people. Gasoline; bench seating; no TV.

Starting at$120/ dayPrice varies by rental length

Ford Transit Low Roof 12-Passenger Van

12 passengers~3.5 ft luggage

The easiest Transit to drive and park, with about 3.5 feet of luggage space. Gasoline; bench seating; no TV.

Starting at$120/ dayPrice varies by rental length

Medium/High Roof or Low Roof?

Medium/High Roof

More Headroom

More room to move and stand inside - ideal when your group values space on longer journeys.

Low Roof

Easier to Drive

Sits lower and drives more like a large SUV - the choice many first-time van drivers prefer for city trips.

12 or 15 passengers? This is the difference that matters for luggage. The 12-passenger Transit keeps about 3.5 feet of luggage space behind the last row; the 15-passenger has none. If 15 people are bringing suitcases, choose a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, which keeps about four feet.

Affordable Group Travel, Done Properly

One van for everyone usually costs less than several cars or rideshares - one tank of fuel, one parking space, one plan.

Always included

No Surprises

  • 250 free miles per day, pooled across the rental - a 4-day trip includes 1,000 miles
  • Two additional drivers free
  • Cancel within 24 hours of booking for a refund (minus a $10 card fee)
  • Roadside support: mechanical repairs not caused by misuse are covered, and we arrange towing if needed

Smart savings

Ways to Save

  • Choose the smallest van that fits your group and luggage
  • Book early for weekends and holidays
  • Return on time - a 59-minute grace period applies, then an extra day is charged
  • Return the van clean and smoke-free to avoid cleaning fees

Even smaller groups

Minivan starting at $50

For families and groups of up to seven, our minivan is the most economical way to travel together.

Discover the minivan

Who Rents a Ford Transit

Youth sports teamsChurch groupsSchoolsFamily reunionsWeekend road tripsGroups flying into O'Hare or Midway

Pickup, Delivery and Returns

Melrose Park

3217 W Lake St

Melrose Park, IL 60160. About 13 minutes from O'Hare and Midway - our closest location to O'Hare.

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Berwyn

6825 Ogden Ave

Berwyn, IL 60402, on historic Route 66. About 13 minutes from Midway and O'Hare - our closest location to Midway.

Van rentals in Berwyn

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Bensenville

1108 S York Rd

Bensenville, IL 60106 - our newest location, next to O'Hare.

Hours

7 days a week, 8 AM to 5 PM. Reserve online at any hour; phone reservations at (773) 800-9898 during business hours.

Airport Terminal Delivery

For customers flying into or out of O'Hare, Midway or a private airport. Available 24/7, 365 days a year - before 8 AM, after 5 PM or on weekends, an after-hours fee applies - or collect your van at Melrose Park or Berwyn with remote check-out at any hour.

O'Hare · Midway

Home Delivery

On special request with special delivery pricing, Monday through Friday between 9 AM and 2 PM in a two-hour window - not on weekends or national holidays.

Home delivery

Early Returns

Flying out early? Return the van to our location and leave the keys in our 24/7 key drop box - no after-hours fee.

Parking

Coming from farther away? Leave your own car at our lot during the rental (paid service).

Rental Terms at a Glance

Drivers

Age 25+ (21+ with a CDL, business rental or approval). Three drivers included - the primary plus two additional - then $20 per day each.

Deposit & Hold

$200 to reserve. At pickup, a $400 hold on a credit card or $500+ on a debit card. Prepaid cards are not accepted.

Mileage

250 free miles per day, pooled across the rental, then $0.35 per additional mile.

Cancellation

Refund within 24 hours of booking, minus a $10 card fee.

Travel

Anywhere in the USA and Canada. One-way rentals anywhere in the USA for a one-way fee.

No Overbooking

We take a deposit on every booking, so the van you reserve is the van you drive.

Full details are in our rental policy.

Our Full Fleet: All 12 Vans

From a 7-passenger minivan to our flagship executive Sprinter, every van is dealership serviced and cleaned before every trip. Rates shown are starting daily rates - longer rentals enjoy a lower daily rate, with shorter bookings up to $350 per day.

The Luxury Sprinter Collection

The Flagship

Sprinter Road Cruiser 10-Passenger Executive Van

10 passengersExecutive

Our flagship. Individual captain seats swivel to face one another and recline 80 degrees, framed by ambient lighting and hardwood floors.

Starting at$350/ dayPrice varies by rental length

Sprinter Golden Chariot 15-Passenger Luxury Van

15 passengers~4 ft luggage

Luxury seats that recline 65 degrees - for long road trips, family milestones and wedding groups who drive themselves.

Starting at$260/ dayPrice varies by rental length

Sprinter Golden Chariot 12-Passenger Luxury Van

12 passengers~4 ft luggage

The Golden Chariot experience for a smaller party - seats recline 65 degrees on the 170-inch wheelbase.

Starting at$250/ dayPrice varies by rental length

Sprinter Grand Recliner 15-Passenger Van

15 passengers~4 ft luggage

Seats recline 45 degrees for genuine rest on long drives; the 170-inch wheelbase still fits a single parking space.

Starting at$210/ dayPrice varies by rental length

Sprinter Grand Recliner 12-Passenger Van

12 passengers~4 ft luggage

Reclining 45-degree seating on the 144-inch wheelbase - easy to drive, and it fits a single parking space.

Starting at$200/ dayPrice varies by rental length

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 15-Passenger Van

15 passengers~4 ft luggage

A 32-inch smart TV, Xbox, DVD/Blu-ray, power outlets, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay - the ideal choice for 15 travelers with suitcases.

Starting at$180/ dayPrice varies by rental length

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 12-Passenger Van

12 passengers~4 ft luggage

The same entertainment suite - smart TV, Xbox, DVD/Blu-ray and power outlets - in a 12-passenger layout.

Starting at$180/ dayPrice varies by rental length

Ford Transit

Ford Transit Medium/High Roof 15-Passenger Van

15 passengersNo luggage space

Extra headroom for 15 travelers packing light. Gasoline; bench seating; no TV.

Starting at$130/ dayPrice varies by rental length

Ford Transit Medium/High Roof 12-Passenger Van

12 passengers~3.5 ft luggage

Extra headroom plus luggage space behind the last row. Gasoline; bench seating; no TV.

Starting at$130/ dayPrice varies by rental length

Ford Transit Low Roof 15-Passenger Van

15 passengersNo luggage space

Our most economical way to move 15 people. Gasoline; bench seating; no TV.

Starting at$120/ dayPrice varies by rental length

Ford Transit Low Roof 12-Passenger Van

12 passengers~3.5 ft luggage

Economical and practical, with luggage space behind the last row. Gasoline; bench seating; no TV.

Starting at$120/ dayPrice varies by rental length

Family Minivan

Minivan (7 Passengers)

7 passengersRegular luggage

Relaxed, familiar comfort for families and small groups.

Starting at$50/ dayPrice varies by rental length

Ford Transit Van Rental: Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a special license to drive a 15-passenger Ford Transit?

No. A regular valid driver's license is all you need - no CDL is required for our 12 and 15-passenger vans.

What is the difference between the medium/high roof and low roof Transit?

The medium/high roof has more headroom; the low roof sits lower and drives more like a large SUV. Otherwise they are the same van, and both run on gasoline. Luggage space depends on seats, not roof.

How much luggage space does a Ford Transit have?

The 12-passenger Transit (low roof or medium/high roof) keeps about 3.5 feet of luggage space behind the last row. The 15-passenger Transit has none - every row is seating.

What is the most affordable van you rent?

The 7-passenger minivan starting at $50 per day for small groups, and the Ford Transit Low Roof starting at $120 per day for 12 to 15 people.

Is a deposit required?

Yes. A $200 deposit secures the reservation, and an authorization hold is placed at pickup ($400 on a credit card, $500 or more on a debit card). Prepaid cards are not accepted.

Can I cancel my reservation?

Cancellation within 24 hours of booking is refunded, minus a $10 card processing fee. After that, the $200 deposit is kept as the cancellation fee, and bookings made or confirmed within 72 hours of pickup cannot be cancelled or refunded.

What happens if I return the van late?

There is a 59-minute grace period. After that, an additional day is charged, which includes another 250 free miles.

Are additional drivers allowed?

Yes. Two additional drivers are included free; more are $20 per day each, and every driver must meet the same insurance requirements.

Your Transit Is Ready When You Are

Reserve online at any hour. Our reservation team is available by phone 7 days a week, 8 AM to 5 PM.

Updated · Reviewed by the Chicago Van Rentals team

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