Taxis, Minicabs & Uber
Hail, book, meet, pay and tip any taxi in the UK.
Are you free? King's Cross, please.
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Getting a cab6
- Are you free?Ask a black cab with its TAXI light on.
- Could I book a taxi from the station to Elm Road for seven, please?Booking a minicab ahead by phone or app
- It's a minicab, so you have to book itPrivate hire cars can't be flagged down in the street.
- Who are you here to pick up?Make the driver say your name, and check the reg plate and car match the app before you get in
- Sorry, I'll be out in two minutesTelling a waiting driver you're nearly ready.
- Roughly how much will it be to the airportAsk for an estimate or a fixed price before you set off.
In the car3
Paying and getting out5
- Anywhere here's fine, thanksVery British: you don't need the exact door, they can just pull over where it's safe
- Can I pay by card?Ask before you set off if you're not sure
- Call it twentyRounding up the fare as a tip.
- Keep the changePaying cash and letting them keep what's left as a tip
- Could you wait here for a couple of minutes?Asking the driver to wait while you grab something.
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Question 1 of 14
When do you ask a black cab this?
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