This page lists 4 taxi and private hire operators that publish their own contact details and state that they serve South Shields. Each entry was checked against the operator’s own website or official page on 23 September 2026. We have not taken test rides and the order is not a quality ranking.

Taxi operators in South Shields

Del's Taxis

Locally owned, family-run South Tyneside taxi firm operating since 2019, offering local journeys, airport transfers and wheelchair-accessible vehicles.

  • Phone: 0191 456 5656
  • Website: delstaxis.co.uk
  • Booking app: iPhone · Android
  • Address: 3 Grange Rd, Jarrow NE32 3JY
  • Hours: the operator says it runs 24 hours
  • Payment stated: cards, cash
  • Also stated: wheelchair-accessible vehicles

Nearby Taxis

North East taxi operator whose South Tyneside service covers South Shields, Jarrow, Hebburn, Boldon and Whitburn around the clock.

  • Phone: 0191 222 1222
  • Website: nearbygroup.co.uk
  • Booking app: iPhone · Android
  • Hours: the operator says it runs 24 hours
  • Payment stated: cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, cash
  • Also stated: pets welcome, wheelchair-accessible vehicles

Blueline Taxis

Private hire and executive car firm founded in 1958, operating across North Tyneside, Newcastle, Gateshead, Northumberland, South Tyneside and Durham.

Uber

Ride-hailing app offering UberX in South Shields; cabs cannot currently be booked via Uber there.

  • Booking: through the app only
  • Website: uber.com

Licensing and fares in South Shields

Taxis and private hire vehicles in South Shields are licensed by South Tyneside Council. A listing on this page is not proof of a current licence: check the plate on the vehicle and the driver’s badge before you travel.

Uber and ride-hailing apps in South Shields

Uber has a page for South Shields on its website, so rides can be requested through the app. We have not tested how many drivers are available, so keep a local firm’s number as well.