Hire a Taxi — Any Journey, Any Time
Joe Maxi Taxis makes taxi hire simple. Licensed local drivers across the UK — fixed fares agreed upfront, no surge pricing, available 24/7. Hire a taxi now or book in advance.
What can you hire a taxi for?
Joe Maxi Taxis covers every type of taxi hire — from a quick local trip to a full-day executive hire.
Standard taxi hire
Hire a licensed local taxi for any journey — town centre, station, hospital, shopping. Book now or in advance.
Book a taxiAirport taxi hire
Hire a taxi to or from any UK airport. Fixed fares, flight tracking, meet & greet available.
Book airport taxiLong distance taxi hire
Hire a taxi for intercity journeys across the UK. Fixed price agreed upfront — no meter running.
Book long distanceExecutive taxi hire
Hire a professional executive taxi or chauffeur for corporate travel, client meetings, and VIP transfers.
Book executive taxiGroup taxi hire
Hire multiple taxis for a group — weddings, stag dos, hen parties, sporting events. Book for the whole party.
Book group taxisAdvance taxi hire
Hire a taxi in advance for any date and time. Your driver is confirmed ahead of your journey — no last-minute stress.
Book in advanceWhy hire a taxi with Joe Maxi Taxis?
The UK's fairest taxi hire platform — licensed drivers, fixed fares, 85% paid to drivers.
Licensed drivers only
Every taxi you hire through Joe Maxi Taxis is driven by a licensed, DBS-checked driver with hire and reward insurance.
Fixed fares, no surge
Hire a taxi and agree your fare upfront. Joe Maxi Taxis never applies surge pricing — not on weekends, not on bank holidays, not ever.
Available 24/7
Hire a taxi at any time — 4am airport runs, midnight pickups, early morning commutes. Joe Maxi Taxis drivers are available around the clock.
Rated & reviewed
Every driver you hire through Joe Maxi Taxis is rated by passengers. See their score before you travel.
3,000++ UK locations
Hire a taxi across 3,000++ UK towns, cities, and villages. From London to the Scottish Highlands — Joe Maxi Taxis has local drivers.
Instant booking
Hire a taxi in seconds. No phone queues, no waiting on hold. Available drivers are notified the moment you submit your booking.
Taxi hire questions answered
How do I hire a taxi in the UK?
Register free on Joe Maxi Taxis, enter your pickup address and destination, choose your date and time, and tap "Send Me a Taxi". Licensed local drivers are notified instantly.
Can I hire a taxi for a full day?
Yes. Joe Maxi Taxis supports full-day taxi hire. Discuss your requirements directly with your driver when they accept your booking — many drivers are happy to accommodate full-day or multi-stop hire.
Is there surge pricing when I hire a taxi with Joe Maxi Taxis?
No. Joe Maxi Taxis never applies surge pricing. Your fare is agreed directly with your licensed driver before the journey begins.
Can I hire a taxi in advance?
Yes. Joe Maxi Taxis supports advance bookings. Enter your preferred date and time and your driver will be confirmed ahead of your journey — no last-minute stress.
Can I hire a wheelchair accessible taxi?
Yes. Toggle the wheelchair accessible vehicle (WAV) option when booking on Joe Maxi Taxis and you will be matched with a suitably equipped licensed driver.
How much does it cost to hire a taxi in the UK?
Taxi hire costs vary by distance and location. Joe Maxi Taxis takes only 15% from drivers — lower than Uber or Bolt's 25–30% — meaning more competitive fares. Your fare is agreed directly with your driver, with no surge pricing.
Can I hire a taxi for a group?
Yes. Make multiple bookings for your group through Joe Maxi Taxis. Each booking connects you with an available licensed driver. Select your passenger count (up to 8) when booking.
What is the difference between taxi hire and private hire?
Hackney carriages (black cabs) can be hailed on the street. Private hire vehicles must be pre-booked. Joe Maxi Taxis works with both licence types — all journeys are pre-booked through the platform, making it suitable for both taxi and private hire.
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Register free and hire a licensed local taxi across the UK — fixed fares, no surge pricing, available 24/7.