Cost guide
How much does pizza van hire cost?
Pizza van hire costs £10 to £16 per head for unlimited pizza over a two to three-hour service, with a minimum charge of £600 to £900 for most private events. Wedding packages with starters, sides and dessert pizzas run £15 to £22 per head.
Typical prices
Ranges, not quotes. A quote depends on your room.
| Work | Typical UK price |
|---|---|
| Unlimited pizza, 2 to 3 hours, per head | £10 to £16 |
| Minimum charge, private event | £600 to £900 |
| Wedding package with sides and dessert, per head | £15 to £22 |
| Evening food only, 100 guests | £900 to £1,500 |
| Travel beyond the included distance | £50 to £200 |
Ask how many pizzas or slices the price allows, how long the oven runs, and what happens if the weather turns. Vans that serve in the rain say so; the ones that do not will want a covered pitch.
What moves the price
- Guest numbers against the minimum. Below about 50 to 60 guests, the minimum charge usually decides the price.
- Service length. Most prices cover two to three hours; longer service adds staff time.
- Menu extras. Antipasti, salads, garlic bread and dessert pizzas are upgrades on the base price.
- The date. Summer Saturdays are the busiest days; weekdays and dates outside the season are often cheaper.
- Travel. Most vans include a set distance and charge beyond it.
Who quotes for it
41 of the 2,162 caterers listed on this site take on pizza van hire.
Where they are: Poole (3), Ipswich (2), Antrim (1), Bromsgrove (1), Cheshunt (1).
Questions about pizza van hire
Can you hire a pizza van in winter?
Yes, though fewer vans trade in the winter months. Some offer a gazebo oven for sheltered pitches, and many take Christmas parties and corporate events.
How much space does a pizza van need?
It varies by unit, so ask for the size and weight. Most need a flat, firm pitch with vehicle access, room to open the serving side, and space for a queue, away from marquee walls because of the smoke.