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Real feedback from real riders across Tyneside.*
"Taxi was on time, very clean and comfortable, driver was very entertaining. I would recommend Local Taxis, excellent service thank you."
Mary
Verified passenger at Trustpilot
"Easy to use app, quick taxi turn around, lovely, pleasant, chatty drivers both ways."
Stacey Bullock
Verified passenger at Trustpilot
"Our driver tonight was chatty, genuine and all round lovely. He made us feel very comfortable and would highly recommend."
Stephen Richards
Verified passenger at Trustpilot
"Arrived promptly. Very friendly and helpful with our heavy luggage having just returned from holiday."
Gary Flynn
Verified passenger at Trustpilot
"A genuinely nice guy. Rang when he arrived, polite and great chatter on way home. Thank you."
Angela Skipper
Verified passenger at Trustpilot
"On time and the driver was lovely and knew where to take me. Not like other places where drivers haven't a clue."
Emma Redshaw
Verified passenger at Trustpilot
Why Use the Local Taxis App?
Everything you need to book, track, and pay — in one app.
Set your pickup, tap to confirm, done. No waiting on hold, no back-and-forth. Your taxi booking app handles everything.
Tyne and Wear's Private Hire App
Tyne and Wear's trusted private hire service is now in your pocket. The Local Taxis app covers Blaydon, Gateshead, Newcastle, Ryton, Whickham and 25+ towns across Tyne and Wear — the same trusted local taxi service you already know, booked in seconds from your phone.
Every driver is licensed, vetted and professional. Whether you're heading to work, catching a flight, or getting home after a night out, your local taxi app connects you with the nearest available driver instantly.
Getting around Blaydon, Gateshead, Newcastle and beyond. Shops, schools, appointments, visiting friends — we're just minutes away, wherever you are in Tyne and Wear.
Competitive-fare transfers to Newcastle Airport from £23. We track your flight so we're there when you land. Book ahead or same-day through the app.
Queen Elizabeth, Freeman, Royal Victoria, Sunderland Royal — we know every hospital entrance, drop-off point and car park shortcut across the region.
Pre-book your ride home before you go out. No scrambling for a taxi at 2am — your driver's already confirmed, waiting for you.
Business accounts with monthly invoicing. Professional, discreet drivers for client meetings, conferences and corporate travel across the North East.
What You Can Do in the App
Book in Seconds
Set your pickup, tap to confirm, done. No waiting on hold, no back-and-forth.
Track Your Driver
Watch your taxi approach in real time on the map. Know exactly when they'll arrive.
Cashless Payment
Pay by card, Apple Pay, Google Pay or cash. Your choice, every trip.
Flight Tracking
We monitor your incoming flight. Delayed? Your driver adjusts automatically.
24/7 Availability
Early morning airports, late-night pickups, bank holidays — we never close.
Free to Download
No subscription, no hidden fees. Download the app and only pay when you ride.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the Local Taxis app
Open the Local Taxis app, enter your pickup and destination, see an instant price, and confirm your ride. The whole process takes under 10 seconds. You can also schedule rides up to 12 months ahead.
Yes — the app is completely free on both iOS and Android. You only pay for your rides. There are no subscription fees, no hidden charges.
Absolutely. We offer free cancellations on all bookings. If your plans change, simply cancel through the app. We just ask that you give us as much notice as possible so we can reassign the driver.