One of only 283 Licensed Hackney Carriages

Southampton's Most Trusted Taxi Service

Council-licensed, government-regulated and fully insured. Whether you're arriving at the cruise terminal or exploring the city, we're your safest ride in Southampton.

283 Licensed in Southampton
24/7 Available
100% Council Approved
TaxiCity Southampton licensed Hackney Carriage at Southampton Civic Centre taxi rank
✓ Council-Regulated Fares ✓ DBS Checked Drivers ✓ CCTV in Every Cab ✓ Cruise Terminal Permits ✓ Lost & Found Service ✓ Government-Assigned Ranks
Fixed Price — No Surprises

Airport & City Transfers

All fares are fully inclusive — no hidden charges, no extras. Prices shown in GBP and USD. Pick your vehicle and book instantly.

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Saloon
3 passengers
3 suitcases
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Estate
4 passengers
4 suitcases
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Luxury MPV
4 passengers
extra luggage
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Minibus
8 passengers
8–10 cases + hand luggage
From Southampton to 🚗 Saloon 🚙 Estate 🚐 Luxury MPV 🚌 Minibus
✈️Heathrow Airport £135~$181 Book Now £142~$190 Book Now £149~$200 Book Now £156~$209 Book Now
✈️Gatwick Airport £165~$221 Book Now £172~$230 Book Now £179~$240 Book Now £186~$249 Book Now
✈️Luton Airport £179~$240 Book Now £186~$249 Book Now £193~$259 Book Now £200~$268 Book Now
✈️Stansted Airport £220~$295 Book Now £227~$304 Book Now £234~$314 Book Now £241~$323 Book Now
🏙️Central London £190~$255 Book Now £197~$264 Book Now £204~$273 Book Now £211~$283 Book Now
🌊Bournemouth £69~$92 Book Now £76~$102 Book Now £83~$111 Book Now £90~$121 Book Now

Travelling to a different destination? We cover all of the UK — message us on WhatsApp for an instant price.

WhatsApp for a Custom Price

* London Congestion Charge (£15/day on weekdays 07:00–18:00) applied at cost if applicable to your journey.

Why Choose TaxiCity

The Highest Standard of Licensed Travel

As a licensed Hackney Carriage, we operate under the strictest rules in the industry — so you never have to worry about your safety or your fare.

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One of Only 283

Southampton City Council licenses just 283 Hackney Carriages in the entire city. This is not a regular taxi — it's a rare, strictly regulated public vehicle held to the highest standard.

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CCTV — Council Monitored

Our vehicle has cameras installed and monitored directly by Southampton City Council. Every journey is recorded for your protection and peace of mind.

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Live Criminal Record Checks

Every Hackney Carriage driver is fully DBS (criminal record) checked — and our records are updated live in real time. Our safety status is never out of date.

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Council-Approved Fares

Our meter is tested and certified by Southampton City Council. The fare you see on the meter is the fare approved by law — no surprises, no surge pricing.

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Lost & Found Service

We operate a dedicated driver group to report and return lost items. If you accidentally leave something in the cab, we work together to get it back to you.

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Council-Inspected Vehicles

Our vehicle condition, cleanliness, and roadworthiness are regularly inspected by the Council and maintained exclusively by Council-approved dealers.

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Professional Uniform Standards

Driver appearance and uniform are regulated by Southampton City Council, ensuring a consistently professional experience every time you ride with us.

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Government-Assigned Taxi Ranks

We operate from official, government-designated taxi ranks across Southampton — making us easy to find and always in the right place.

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Special Cruise Terminal Permits

We hold special government-issued permits to collect passengers directly from Southampton's cruise terminals — a privilege only a handful of licensed cabs are granted.

Arriving on a Cruise?

Your First Ride in the UK, Done Right

Southampton is one of Britain's busiest cruise ports. We hold special permits to meet you right at the terminal — no long walks, no confusion.

TaxiCity Southampton at Southampton cruise terminal
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    Terminal Pickup Permits
    We're authorised to collect passengers directly from Southampton cruise terminals — no long walks, no confusion.
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    Book in Advance via WhatsApp
    Message us before you dock — confirm your pickup time, get a price quote, and we'll be waiting for you.
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    City Tours & Day Trips
    Got a day in Southampton? Let us show you the best of the city — from the historic Old Walls to the Bargate and waterfront.
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    Airport Transfers
    Need to get to Heathrow, Gatwick or Southampton Airport after your cruise? We've got you covered with a reliable, fixed-price transfer.
Booking

3 Simple Steps to Your Ride

No app to download. No card details needed. Just a quick WhatsApp message and you're all set.

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Message Us on WhatsApp

Send us your pickup location, destination, and travel date. We'll reply quickly with a price.

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Confirm Your Booking

Happy with the price? Just confirm and we'll lock in your pickup. No payment needed upfront.

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We'll Be There

Your licensed Hackney Carriage will be ready and waiting at the agreed time and place.

TaxiCity Southampton luxury fleet at Southampton cruise terminal
About Us

A Driver You Can Trust, A Cab You Can Rely On

TaxiCity Southampton is a licensed Hackney Carriage service operating in one of England's most historic port cities. As one of only 283 Hackney Carriages licensed by Southampton City Council, we represent the very best in regulated, safe, and professional taxi travel.

Unlike private hire taxis, Hackney Carriages can legally pick you up from the street, from official taxi ranks, and — thanks to our special permits — directly from Southampton's cruise terminals.

We're not just compliant — we go further. We're part of a network of drivers who help return lost property to passengers, and our vehicle's CCTV is monitored by the Council itself. When you choose TaxiCity Southampton, you choose the highest standard of taxi travel in the city.

"Every fare, every journey, every passenger — held to the standard set by Southampton City Council."

Ready to Book Your Ride?

Message us on WhatsApp — get a price, confirm your pickup, and travel safely with Southampton's most trusted Hackney Carriage.

Trusted by Passengers For Over a Decade

Numbers that speak for themselves — built on real journeys, real passengers and a real commitment to safety.

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12+
Years in the
Taxi Business
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1,000+
Journeys
Completed
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10,000+
Satisfied
Customers
5★
Passenger
Rating
Passenger Reviews

What Our Passengers Say

Cruise visitors and airport travellers share their experience

5.0 ★★★★★ Based on passenger feedback
★★★★★

"Booked via WhatsApp the night before our cruise departure — driver was there waiting at the terminal, helped with all our luggage and got us to Heathrow with plenty of time to spare. Professional, clean car, very friendly. Will book again on our next visit to England."

JM
James & Margaret
Florida, USA — Cruise Passenger
Verified
★★★★★

"We'd never been to the UK before and were nervous about transport from the port. The driver met us right at the dock gate, explained everything about the route to London, and even recommended places to visit. Fixed price agreed on WhatsApp — no surprises at all. Excellent service."

SR
Susan R.
New York, USA — Port Transfer
Verified
★★★★★

"Hired TaxiCity for an airport run to Gatwick. Punctual, polite, and the car was spotless. Liked that they are a licensed Hackney Carriage — felt much safer knowing the driver is properly vetted by the council. Highly recommend to any fellow Americans arriving at Southampton docks."

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David B.
California, USA — Airport Transfer
Verified
★★★★★

"Absolutely fantastic from start to finish. We messaged on WhatsApp, got the price straight away, and the driver arrived early. The car was immaculate and the driver was knowledgeable and friendly. A completely stress-free way to start our UK holiday."

PL
Patricia L.
Toronto, Canada — Cruise Passenger
Verified
★★★★★

"Used TaxiCity for a transfer to Heathrow after our transatlantic cruise. Driver was on time, very professional, and knew exactly which terminal we needed. Knowing it's a council-licensed cab with CCTV gave us real peace of mind. The price was agreed upfront — no meter anxiety!"

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Tom & Helen
Chicago, USA — Heathrow Transfer
Verified
★★★★★

"Second time using TaxiCity and once again brilliant. Friendly driver, comfortable Mercedes, exactly on time at the cruise terminal. The lost & found service is a nice touch too — our friend left a jacket and it was returned the same day. Real community feel to this service."

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Amanda W.
Southampton, UK — Repeat Customer
Verified