Bath's taxis are licensed and regulated by Bath & North East Somerset Council, with official ranks at the Abbey, Bath Spa Station, Henry Street, Queen Square and Westgate Buildings, plus night-only ranks in the pub and club areas. V-Cars (Veezu) is the city's largest firm, with an app and more than 300 partner drivers.
Taxi ranks in Bath
Bath & North East Somerset (B&NES) Council publishes an official list of taxi rank locations. In central Bath, ranks operate at: - Abbey (Orange Grove): all day - Bath Spa Station: all day - Henry Street: all day - Queen Square: all day - Westgate Buildings: all day - George Street: night only, 9.45pm-6am - Southgate Street: night only, 9.45pm-6am - Walcot Street: night only, 9.45pm-6am The night-only ranks on George Street, Southgate Street and Walcot Street operate specifically to serve the areas with the most evening and nightlife traffic - see our Bath at night guide for more on that side of the city.
Booking a taxi
V-Cars, part of the Veezu group, describes itself as the largest taxi firm in Bath, with more than 300 partner drivers and both app and phone booking. You can book through the Veezu app or by calling 01225 46 46 46; the same company also covers Bristol (01179 25 26 26) and Chippenham (01249 65 65 65) under the same app if you're travelling between cities. Abbey Radio Cars and Bath Taxis are two other established local firms operating in the city. As with any private hire vehicle in England, only pre-booked private hire cars should be used - unlike licensed hackney carriages, they aren't legally allowed to pick up passengers who simply hail them on the street.
How fares work
Hackney carriages (the black cabs you can hail at a rank or in the street) run on a metered fare set and regulated by B&NES Council. Private hire vehicles, booked in advance through an app or by phone, typically quote a fare upfront. Because tariffs are reviewed periodically by the council, check B&NES's published tariff card for the current rate rather than relying on an old figure, particularly if you're budgeting for a longer trip such as to Bristol Airport - our Bath to Bristol Airport guide covers that route in more detail.
Accessible taxis
Wheelchair-accessible vehicles are part of Bath's licensed taxi fleet, and B&NES Council publishes guidance for both passengers and drivers on disabled access. If you need a wheelchair-accessible vehicle, it's worth requesting one specifically when you book by phone or app rather than assuming any car in the fleet can accommodate you. Our accessible Bath guide covers wheelchair and mobility access more broadly across the city's attractions and streets.
Other ways to get around
A taxi is rarely necessary for getting around central Bath itself, since the historic centre is compact and walkable - see our getting around Bath without a car guide for buses, walking routes and the Park and Ride. Taxis are more useful for late-night journeys, luggage-heavy trips to the station, or getting to attractions just outside the centre.
Frequently asked questions
Where are the taxi ranks in Bath?
All-day ranks operate at the Abbey (Orange Grove), Bath Spa Station, Henry Street, Queen Square and Westgate Buildings. Night-only ranks (9.45pm to 6am) operate on George Street, Southgate Street and Walcot Street.
Can I hail a taxi on the street in Bath?
You can hail a licensed hackney carriage (black cab) on the street or at a rank. Private hire vehicles must be booked in advance and legally cannot pick up passengers who simply flag them down.
Which is the biggest taxi firm in Bath?
V-Cars, part of the Veezu group, describes itself as the largest taxi firm in Bath with more than 300 partner drivers, bookable via app or by calling 01225 46 46 46.
Are Bath taxis metered or fixed price?
Hackney carriages run on a metered fare regulated by Bath & North East Somerset Council. Private hire vehicles booked through an app or by phone typically quote a fare upfront.
Can I get a taxi from Bath Spa station?
Yes, there's an official taxi rank right at Bath Spa Station.
Do I need a taxi to get around central Bath?
Usually not. The historic centre is compact and walkable, so taxis are most useful for late-night journeys or trips just outside the centre.
Can I book a wheelchair-accessible taxi in Bath?
Yes, wheelchair-accessible vehicles are part of the licensed fleet. Request one specifically when you book by phone or app rather than assuming any car can accommodate you.