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Edinburgh Taxi Travel offer a 24 taxi service covering the City of Edinburgh.

With over 300 cars, you’ll never wait long for a taxi in Edinburgh with Edinburgh Taxi Travel.

More information on taxi hire in Edinburgh…

Driving through the city of Edinburgh is known to be a challenge – finding a place to park even more so. Thankfully, a number of Edinburgh taxi services exist to take you where you need to go at an affordable price. You can either hail a taxi off the street, which drivers will need a special license for, or book a private hire taxi in advance. Here is a quick guide to taxi hire in Edinburgh.

Types of Taxi Hire in Edinburgh City Centre

Edinburgh is a busy city, meaning there are hundreds of available taxis. Taxis that you can hail directly from the street are often black cabs with a yellow light, who have a special license to take business in this way.

Private hire cars are taxis that cannot be hailed from the street, and must be booked in advance. These are useful if you can plan your journey beforehand and want to save on the cost of the fare. Depending on your journey, you may be able to work out a fixed-fee fare, but private hire vehicles are generally charged according to distance like standard taxis.

Edinburgh Taxi Hire to the Airport

Edinburgh airport is located just 12km outside of the city. There are a number of ways to reach it, but the majority of passengers choose to travel by car (either by a lift from a friend, or by hiring a taxi).

Taxis are the most convenient travel option to the airport, picking you up from your door and taking you to the designated drop off area within the airport. Many Edinburgh taxi hire companies offer special rates when it comes to airport transfer from within the city centre. You should allow thirty minutes for your journey to the airport.

There are a number of taxi ranks at the airport for when you need to leave, which only licensed Edinburgh taxi drivers can use. You can also book a private hire taxi to pick you up when your flight is scheduled to arrive.

Taking A Taxi In Edinburgh

Edinburgh taxis are in high demand late at night, especially on weekends, as the pubs and clubs close. At this time it might be hard to find an available taxi, so booking in advance (if possible) is a good idea.

If people approach you on the street asking if you need a cab, you shouldn’t accept. This is a precaution that can protect your safety, as some drivers may not have insurance and won’t be covered in the event of an accident. Check that any taxi you do take is showing a license. If you can’t see one, ask to see it. If you don’t find one, don’t be afraid to step out of the taxi and find one elsewhere.

In general, taxi hire in Edinburgh is an extremely safe and convenient way to travel. Just make sure you have the exact address of the place you need to go so the driver can get you there quickly. If you’re travelling further afield or to the airport, you may be able to negotiate a fixed fee with the private taxi company before starting your journey.