Estimate Taxi Fares in Durham
Use our Durham taxi fare calculator to get quick price estimates for rides in Durham, United Kingdom. Plan your trip with confidence and avoid surprises at the meter.
Fare Estimator
Durham Taxi Fares Explained
Durham County Council sets a maximum table of fares for hackney carriages licensed across County Durham, and drivers may charge less but never more. Fares combine a starting charge that covers the first mile or roughly eight minutes, with distance and time increments added after that. Night and bank holiday tariffs apply at certain times, and separate charges can be added for waiting time. Prebooked private hire firms often quote fixed prices for longer runs such as airport transfers, so a typical short city ride of about 5 km works out to roughly £10.
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Top Pickup Locations in Durham
- Travelodge Durham
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Top Destinations in Durham
- Durham Station
- Calman Learning Centre
About Taxis in Durham 🚕
Taxis in Durham come as white hackney carriages licensed by Durham County Council, which can be flagged down or picked up from ranks, and as private hire vehicles that must be prebooked. Major operators include Durham City Cabs, Durham City Airport Taxis, Belmont Taxis and English Taxis, serving the city and surrounding County Durham towns. Most visitors use taxis to reach the airports: Newcastle International is about 26 miles north, typically a 30 to 45 minute run costing roughly £50 to £60 when prebooked. Teesside International (Durham Tees Valley) is about 25 miles south, around 40 minutes by road, and private hire firms also cover rail station transfers and day trips in the region.
Tips for Taxi Riders
- Always check if the meter is running before your ride starts.
- Carry small change in the local currency for convenience.
- Be aware of possible surcharges like night rides or airport fees.
- If traveling with friends, split the cost to save money.