Taxi rates Newcastle
Blueline taxis have compiled a table comparing the fares charged by local taxi companies in Newcastle. The following companies were sampled in August 2008:
- Direct cars taxis of Newcastle upon Tyne
- Landsdown taxis Newcastle upon Tyne
- Eastcoast taxis Whitley Bay
| Firm | Initial charge | First mile | Following miles | Waiting time per minute |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blueline taxis | £1.00 | £2.30 | £1.30 | 20p |
| Eastcoast taxis | £1.20 | £2.40 | £1.30 | 20p |
| Direct cars taxis | £1.20 | £2.50 | £1.40 | 20p |
| Landsdown taxis | £1.50 | £2.90 | £1.40 | 20p |
| North Tyneside Hackney Rate 1 day time rate 7am – 10pm |
£1.60 | £3.00 | £1.40 | 23p |
| North Tyneside Hackney Rate 2 night time 10pm – 7am Sundays and public holidays |
£2.40 | £4.00 | £1.70 | 23p |
| Newcastle Hackey Rate 1 daytime 7am – 11pm |
£2.20 | £4.00 | £1.70 | 23p |
| Newcastle Hackey Rate 2 nightime 11pm – 7am including Sundays |
£2.20 | £4.40 | £1.81 | 39p |
Tarrif charges correct August 2008. Prices shown may be subject to change without prior notice. Please note that 5 – 8 seater’s are charged at a higher rate please call us to find out more.
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