As the fastest growing city in Europe, transport facilities in Inverness are constantly improving. If you want a convenient way to travel, taxi hire in Inverness is the way to go.
Inverness Taxi Hire
Inverness is great to explore by foot, but for getting to and from where you’re staying, taxi travel is the most convenient mode of transportation. If you want to visit Loch Ness then you can book a tour or get an Inverness taxi to take you there.
Taxis that can be hailed from the street will have a yellow “for hire” light, and can be found in taxi ranks throughout the city, though there are many more companies that can be hired in advance. This just means calling them up and booking your taxi, even just a few minutes before you want it. The taxi will then drive to pick you up from a point you’ve both agreed, and your fair will be based on the distance you travel.
If you’re at a restaurant or staying in a hotel, the staff will usually be more than happy to phone an Inverness taxi hire service on your behalf. Ensure that you only use licensed taxis for your own safety (licenses are usually displayed in the window and on the back).
Travel to the Airport
Inverness airport is very accessible by road, and many passengers choose to travel by taxi as the most convenient option. Booking taxis in advance is the best way to get a good price, as hailing a taxi from the street in the city could incur boundary fees as you leave the city centre.
Tips for Hiring A Taxi in Inverness
Just like taxis anywhere else in the UK, any taxis you hire in Inverness must be licensed to take passengers. If you suspect they aren’t, then don’t use that taxi.
When you get in, just tell the driver where you want to go, or hand them the address written down on a piece of paper. You could tell the driver somewhere nearby (if you know where you’re going) to help make finding the particular location easier. While inside the taxi, you must always wear a seatbelt according to UK law.
Your fare will be shown on the taxi meter inside the vehicle. If no meter is shown, and you have not arranged the fair upfront, you should ask the driver about the fair before your journey starts. Sometimes two numbers will be shown on the meter, which will be added together at the end to calculate the total fair.
In general, taxis in Inverness will cost more after midnight, and may incur an extra charge when you leave city boundaries (this is particularly true of hackney carriages that pick up passengers from the street). To save money, you can negotiate fees for certain journeys (such as airport transfers) in advance, and to book pre-bookable taxis rather than hailing them from the street.
If you have an special requirements, such as wheelchair access, space for a large number of passengers, or luggage room, then it’s important to discuss these with the Inverness taxi firm when booking your taxi.