Hi everyone! Just wanted to share some tips on booking taxis in Leicester after spending time there recently. Hope this helps first-time visitors!
Best Ways to Book a Cab
1. Mobile Apps
Kept local taxi numbers saved as backup. Called a few times when my phone battery was low – cabs arrived within 15-20 minutes.
3. Taxi Ranks
Found them at:
Great during the day, but expect queues on weekend nights!
What I Paid
My Top Tips to Book a Taxi in Leicester
1. Download Multiple Apps
Having both Uber and Tigo Taxi meant I could compare prices and availability.
2. Pre-Book for Big Moves
If you're moving into student accommodation in Leicester, book a larger vehicle in advance. I helped a friend who found their place through uhomes, a great platform for student housing, by the way, and we needed an XL taxi to fit all their stuff. Most apps let you select vehicle type – saved us from making multiple trips!
3. Avoid Peak Times
Booking a taxi on Friday/Saturday nights means higher prices and longer waits. Also, watch out for Leicester City FC match days at King Power Stadium.
4. Know Your Pickup Location
Leicester city center has confusing one-way streets. I learned to walk to a main road or landmark to make pickups easier.
5. Safety First
Always check the license plate matches your app before getting in.
Special Situations
Leicester's taxi services are reliable and reasonably priced. I felt safe using them at all hours.
Anyone else have recent experiences with Leicester taxis? Any other tips to share?
Best Ways to Book a Cab
1. Mobile Apps
- Uber: My go-to choice. Works great in Leicester with good coverage and upfront pricing. Drivers usually arrived within 5-10 minutes in the city center. Just watch out for surge pricing on Friday/Saturday nights!
- Tigo Taxi Leicester: A local app that's really popular with students. You can book in seconds, track your driver, and schedule rides in advance. I used it for an early airport run and it was perfect.
Kept local taxi numbers saved as backup. Called a few times when my phone battery was low – cabs arrived within 15-20 minutes.
3. Taxi Ranks
Found them at:
- Leicester Railway Station (always cabs waiting)
- City Centre near Gallowtree Gate
- Highcross Shopping Centre area
Great during the day, but expect queues on weekend nights!
What I Paid
- Short city trips: £6-£10
- Railway station to city center: £7
- East Midlands Airport to Leicester: £45
- Late-night rides: £10-£12 (with surcharge)
My Top Tips to Book a Taxi in Leicester
1. Download Multiple Apps
Having both Uber and Tigo Taxi meant I could compare prices and availability.
2. Pre-Book for Big Moves
If you're moving into student accommodation in Leicester, book a larger vehicle in advance. I helped a friend who found their place through uhomes, a great platform for student housing, by the way, and we needed an XL taxi to fit all their stuff. Most apps let you select vehicle type – saved us from making multiple trips!
3. Avoid Peak Times
Booking a taxi on Friday/Saturday nights means higher prices and longer waits. Also, watch out for Leicester City FC match days at King Power Stadium.
4. Know Your Pickup Location
Leicester city center has confusing one-way streets. I learned to walk to a main road or landmark to make pickups easier.
5. Safety First
Always check the license plate matches your app before getting in.
Special Situations
- Airport Transfers: Pre-book online – totally worth it for peace of mind when you arrive.
- Wheelchair Access: Both Uber and local companies offer accessible vehicles. Just call ahead to confirm availability.
- Groups: For 4+ people, booking one larger taxi instead of multiple cars is much cheaper.
Leicester's taxi services are reliable and reasonably priced. I felt safe using them at all hours.
Anyone else have recent experiences with Leicester taxis? Any other tips to share?