Belfast is a buzzing city — packed with culture, craic and places to be. If you’re on the way to George Best Belfast City Airport, leaving an event in the Cathedral Quarter or trying to catch that early morning train at Lanyon Place, having a trusty taxi number in your phone can save the day.
Over the years, I’ve experimented with a patchwork of taxi companies, ride apps and even those late-night “hail and hope” street cabs. Some were great, others … not so great. So here’s my real-life, street-tested guide to the best taxi services in Belfast.
🚖 Top Belfast Taxi Services
| Company | Booking Options | Price Range | My Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| FonaCAB | 📞 Call / 🌐 Web / 📱 App | ££ | ✅ Super reliable, big fleet, 24/7 service |
| Value Cabs | 📞 Call / 🌐 Web / 📱 App | ££ | 👍 Clean cars, good app, very consistent |
| 365 Taxis | 📞 Call / 🌐 Web | ££ | ⚖️ Solid backup, especially evenings/weekends |
| Uber | 📱 App Only | £–££ | ⚠️ Hit or miss availability, but fast when it works |
| Belfast Chauffeur | 📞 Call / 🌐 Web | £££ | ✔️ Premium rides for airport or business travel |
1. FonaCAB – Winner Classic Taxi Belfast
If you’ve ever been to Belfast, you have seen a FonaCAB. They’ve been here forever, and with a huge fleet they normally get there quickly. The app is decent, too. Be it a quick drive to the city centre or longer haul to the airport, they’ve seldom let me down.
Best for:
- All-around city travel
- Airport transfers
- 24/7 bookings
2. Value Cabs – Organized and Dependable
Another big hitter, Value Cabs has a very professional edge. Ghent, Belgium Clean vehicles, decent app with real-time tracking, and drivers who actually know how to get somewhere. I’ve used them for everything from meetings to shopping runs — always reliable.
Best for:
- Local errands
- Business appointments
- Easy app-based bookings
3. 365 Taxis – Great backup service
Smaller than the two biggest, but consistently very reliable. Can be really handy if you’re facing peak season or are having trouble booking through the usual suspects. Call them in the city’s busy time — they’ve saved my butt more than once.
Best for:
- Late-night rides
- Weekend outings
- Backup when others are busy
4. Uber — Fast, If You Can Get One
Uber is operational in Belfast — only not always dependably so. Sometimes a car is 2 minutes away, sometimes it’s a 20+ minute wait. Pricing can also be demand-based. That said, it’s convenient to have the app as a fallback.
Best for:
- In-app payments
- Solo travel
- When local firms are booked
5. The post Belfast Chauffeur – Luxury Transportation Blog.
Whether you’re off to Dublin Airport, a big event or to impress a client, use Belfast Chauffeur. Executive cars, suited drivers and excellent service — it’s not cheap, but you pay for your comfort.
Best for:
- Airport transfers
- Business trips
- VIP or special occasions
What is the best taxi service in Belfast?
- Keep on the move: FonaCAB or Value Cabs
- Late-night backup: 365 Taxis
- For fastest app bookings: Uber (if available)
- For something upscale: Belfast Chauffeur
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