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Wedding Day Transportation Ideas

By Real Simple Editors Updated November 03, 2014
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Credit: This Modern Romance
You've danced the night away, and now it's time to hit the road. Sure, you can take your dad's minivan, but why not make a more stylish exit? From a vintage pickup to a European scooter, here are some picture-perfect ideas. This Modern Romance on The Brides Cafe via Lover.ly
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Room for Two

Green convertible with just married sign
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An itty bitty antique car is a romantic option; look into rentals in your area. The wooden plaque and puffy pom-poms add to the vintage vibe.

Photo by: This Modern Romance on The Brides Cafe via Lover.ly

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Love Bus

Newlyweds in a blue Volkswagon van
Credit: Elodie Ciriani

Rock on and ride away to your favorite tunes in this retro Volkswagon van.


Photo by: Elodie Ciriani on Wedding Chicks via Lover.ly

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Public Transportation

Old man in a suit standing outside of a street trolley
Credit: Stone Crandall Photography

If your city has an iconic trolley, ask about charters for weddings, which will add a cool, local spin.

Photo by: Stone Crandall Photography on Bridal Musings via Lover.ly

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Farmer and the Belle

Newlyweds in an old pickup truck
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An old pickup truck becomes the center of attention when it’s a bright, beautiful color. (Score serious bonus points if your wheels coordinates with your your signature shade.) The banner on the trunk adds the perfect feminine contrast.

Photo by: Heather Forsythe on Southern Weddings via Lover.ly

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Period Piece

Newlyweds standing near an old yellow car
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A 1920s car completes the look for a Jazz Age-inspired wedding.


Photo by: Jana Marie Photography on Wedding Chicks via Lover.ly

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Bright on Time

Just married sign on a yellow VW bug
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In case the lemon yellow color doesn’t stop traffic, the handmade sign and tin cans probably will. This is a great choice for a colorful, classic wedding.

Photo by: Luke Eshleman on Bridal Musings via Lover.ly

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San Francisco Treat

Just married sign on the back of a trolley car
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All aboard! A classic trolley is a great way to transport your entire family or wedding party from the ceremony to the reception venue.

Photo by: Gem Photo on Snippet and Ink via Lover.ly

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Sporty Sendoff

Newlyweds on a motorcycle
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Make a cool exit on a motorcycle and prepare to take your first journey on the open road (as husband and wife, that is).


Photo by: For You Love Me on Engaged & Inspired via Lover.ly

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Something Old, Something Blue

Blue car trailing cans and a just married sign
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Who says vintage wheels can’t look modern? With a Tiffany-blue paint job and calligraphed sign, this midcentury car is wedding ready.

Photo by: Katie Stoops Photography on Inspired by This via Lover.ly

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Off the Chain

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As you and your groom prepare to pedal away, guests can throw fresh flowers or birdseed. If you're planning to escape on bikes, make sure the sun’s still shining.

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Sweet Ride

Ice cream truck at a wedding
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Anything can be a getaway car, so make it part of your wedding day story. Met in New York? Hail a taxi. Your proposal took place at an ice cream truck? Hire hot pink wheels and, when it arrives, plan to have extra treats on hand for guests.

Photo by: Feather Stone Photography on Polka Dot Bride via Lover.ly

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Ciao!

Newlyweds riding a blue moped
Credit: Brittany Putnam Photography

Just like you see on the streets of Italy—a romantic way to scoot off into the sunset.

Photo by: Brittany Putnam Photography on Brittany Putnam Photography via Lover.ly

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