Belfast is a vibrant city with much to offer its visitors. There is excellent shopping, lively nightlife, and plenty of history to explore. Getting around Belfast is easy using a taxi. You can hail a taxi on the street or go to one of the strategically located taxi ranks around the city. Under a new licensing law, some taxis, depending on their license, will not be allowed to have roof signs and can only be booked in advance; that’s to avoid calling taxis that might be booked in advance. Whether it’s a spontaneous choice or a pre-arranged ride, you can choose one of the many local taxi companies and enjoy a comfortable ride to the city’s popular attractions.

Belfast city center is flat and walkable, making it perfect for exploring on foot. If you opt for a taxi, there are 24 ranks at various locations around the city, including in front of Belfast City Hall, Dublin Road at the Movie House Cinema, and Chichester Road in front of the Europa Hotel. There are many Belfast taxi companies to choose from if you want to book your taxi in advance.

The last thing you want to worry about when traveling to a new city for the first time is transportation. When you book your taxi with Welcome, you can relax knowing that your ride will arrive when you need it and will cost you a certain amount. We offer guaranteed on-time pickups, unbeatable prices with no hidden fees, and 24-hour customer support. Belfast is yours to explore, stress-free.

Tips for Belfast taxis:                         

1. Most vehicles have a credit and debit card payment service if you do not carry cash.

2. You can take a taxi in Belfast, as long as it has an illuminated sign on the roof. If the sign on the roof is not illuminated, that means the taxi is occupied by another passenger.

3. Tipping a driver is entirely at your discretion.

4. Taxis do not normally offer child seats, but you can use your own if necessary.

In general, the cost of using a taxi in Belfast will vary depending on the company you use, the time of day you travel, and the number of people in your group. The basic daily rate is £3.00 (€3.60) and the price per mile is £1.70 (€2.00). Surcharges may apply.

The cost of a trip is displayed on the meter, which will be set to the corresponding initial rate, depending on the time of day. Mileage prices also vary based on travel time, so the final cost of your trip will be determined by several factors, including distance, traffic, time of day, and the number of people traveling.

Licensed taxi operators have a duty to record complaints made by customers and steps taken to resolve the problem. If the driver and/or company are unable or unwilling to help, they may email the Driver and Vehicle Agency (DVA) Passenger Transportation Licensing Division with details of the incident, time, location, the vehicle plates, and the driver’s license number to ask for your help.