Taxi Omagh

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.

Omagh may not be the largest town, but when it comes to traveling from A to B — especially when it’s raining, after the pub, or for early-morning appointments — a good taxi service is very much needed. And believe me — not all are created equal.

After numerous local jaunts (some seamless, some… not) here’s my no-frills, straight-talking guide to taxis in Omagh.

🚖 Top Omagh Taxi Services

Company	Booking Options	Price Range	My Verdict
Castle Cars	📞 Call / 🌐 Web	££	✅ Quick, friendly, and dependable locals
Oma Cab	📞 Call / 🌐 Web	££	👍 Reliable and always polite
Star Taxis	📞 Call / 🌐 Web	£	⚖️ Affordable and solid for short trips
Uber	📱 App Only	£–££	⚠️ Rare in Omagh — don’t count on it
Omagh Executive Travel	📞 Call / 🌐 Web	£££	✔️ Premium rides for when comfort matters

1. Castle Cars – Local & Reliable

Castle Cars have been on the list for years. They know Omagh like the back of their hands and tend to arrive a bit quicker than you might expect. Good for anything from your work office to late-night lifts home.

Best for:

Daily travel
Pick-up or drop-off within town or station
Night outs

2. Oma Cab – Affordable and Reliable

Oma Cab is your go-to for a clean car and courteous driver—every time! Whether you’re on your way to an appointment or picking up the kids, or simply need a ride across town, they’re reliable.

Best for:

Family errands
Appointments
Reliable everyday use

3. Star Taxis – Budget and Basic

If you just want a no-frills taxi that’s cheap and simple, Star Taxis serves the purpose. Not the most-glitzy, but reliable when you’re watching your pennies.

Best for:

Quick local rides
Students
Budget-conscious travelers

4. Uber – There, But Not Really

Uber isn’t big in Omagh. If you’re lucky, you might get a driver, but most of the time it’s a ghost town on the app. Have it installed but do not depend on it.

Best for:

Application convenience (if you have one)
Price-checking
Backup option

5. Premium Travel – Omagh Executive Travel

Airport runs, business trips, enchanced sophistication, this is where you go to play executive. Well-kept, quiet vehicles and professional drivers that justify the premium.

Best for:

Airport transfers
Business and VIP trips
Special events

NAME one taxi service that is the best in Omagh?

Daily Rides: Castle Cars or Oma Cab
Budget options: Star Taxis
When Uber works: Use it but don’t count on it
Omagh Executive Travel: Premium transport

Omagh’s not big, but it helps to have the right number stored. If it’s pouring rain or you’re running late for a meeting, one of these local taxi services will come to your aid.