Taxi Oxford

🚖 Compare Taxi Services

Company	Booking Options	User Rating	My Verdict
Royal Cars Oxford	📞 Call 📱 iOS 🤖 Android	⭐ 4.2/5	Good taxi
001 Taxis	📱 iOS 🤖 Android	⭐ 4.0/5	Good app
Oxfordshire Taxis	📱 iOS 🤖 Android	⭐ 3.9/5	Good app
Uber	📱 iOS 🤖 Android	⭐ 3.8/5	Good app
Oxford Chauffeur Cars	📞 Call	⭐ 4.8/5	Good taxi

Company	Service Type	Payment Methods	Price Range
Royal Cars Oxford	Black cab, Phv, Minicab	Cards, Apple pay, Google pay, Cash, Paypal	£
001 Taxis	Phv, App only	Cards, Apple pay, Google pay, Cash	£
Oxfordshire Taxis	Phv, App only	Cards, Apple pay, Google pay, Cash	£
Uber	Phv, App only	Apple pay, Google pay, Cash	£
Oxford Chauffeur Cars	Black cab, Minicab	Cards, Apple pay, Google pay, Cash	£££

City Information

Population

162,100

Traffic Level

🚦 Low

Regulator

Oxford

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Passenger Guides & Tips

When fares are lower and how to avoid surge pricing

Almost everyone who uses taxis in the UK is familiar with the question of why the price of a journey in the app is sometimes higher than expected.

Where it’s better to hail a Black Cab and where an app is more cost-effective

In Britain, especially in its capital, there are two popular ways to use a taxi: hail a legendary Black Cab on the street or use an app such as Uber or Bolt.

Time-saving and toll-avoiding tips

Cars have long been considered the most convenient form of transport for travelling around Europe and the UK, among other places.

Is a child booster seat required, and how to request one?

Transporting children in a taxi is a popular choice for parents in the UK. This solution can be convenient for daily trips to school, transfers to the airport, or even for solving emergency unforeseen situations.

Can the fare be fixed in advance?

Taxi customers in the UK often want to know the cost of a ride in advance. Unlike situations where the price is formed by the meter during the ride, having a fixed rate allows you to avoid unpleasant surprises, especially when ordering during rush hour or going to the airport.

How to recover lost property?

Forgetting something in a taxi is a common occurrence. The phone slipped into the seat gap, the bag was left in the trunk, and sometimes the shopping bag was left on the floor.

Oxford might be all dreaming spires and cyclists, but sometimes you just need a taxi — whether you’re running late for a lecture, catching a train from Oxford Station, heading to the airport, or getting home from a pub crawl down Cowley Road.

I’ve taken plenty of taxis around Oxford (especially when it’s raining or I can’t face walking up Headington Hill). Some were smooth rides, some… well, not so much. So here’s my straight-up guide to the taxi services in Oxford that actually deliver.

🚖 The Breakdown

1. Royal Cars – Oxford’s Taxi Giant

These guys are everywhere — and for good reason. Huge fleet, good prices, and their app is actually pretty decent. Whether it’s a ride across town or a pre-booked airport run, Royal’s your best bet.

Best for:
✔️ Day-to-day rides
✔️ Airport transfers
✔️ Booking ahead without hassle

2. 001 Taxis – Fast, Friendly, Reliable

001 is one of those firms that just gets it right. Their drivers are polite, prices are fair, and they’re usually super quick to arrive. Great option for students, locals, and anyone in a rush.

Best for:
✔️ Quick pickups
✔️ Short city trips
✔️ Budget-friendly rides

3. Oxfordshire Taxis – Your Backup Buddy

When Royal and 001 are fully booked (which does happen!), Oxfordshire Taxis usually has you covered. They’re reliable, cover a wide area, and don’t charge silly prices.

Best for:
✔️ Evenings and weekends
✔️ Suburban pickups
✔️ Last-minute rides

4. Uber – Works, But Can Be Hit or Miss

Uber is in Oxford, and it’s great when it works — especially for tracking your ride and paying by card. But availability dips at peak times, and prices can spike fast. Good to have, just don’t rely on it 100%.

Best for:
✔️ App-based bookings
✔️ Spontaneous travel
✔️ Card payments

5. Oxford Chauffeur Cars – Fancy Option When You Need It

If you’re heading to Heathrow or want to impress at a business meeting or event, this is the way to go. Clean, comfy, and smooth — definitely a step up from your average ride.

Best for:
✔️ Airport runs
✔️ Special occasions
✔️ Business-class travel

🚖 So, What’s the Best Taxi in Oxford?

🔹 For everyday use: Royal Cars or 001 Taxis
🔹 Need a backup? Oxfordshire Taxis is a solid choice
🔹 Prefer app bookings? Uber can work — when it’s around
🔹 Want to go classy? Oxford Chauffeur Cars is your ride

Oxford’s always buzzing — between uni terms, tourists, and train commuters, taxis get busy fast. Do yourself a favour and save a couple of these numbers in your phone so you’re not stuck outside the pub in the rain.