Update 21 July
Following a period of consultation, taxi fares in Elmbridge have increased. This is due to a rise in the cost of living and fuel.
Taxi drivers have also been requesting a fare rise, particularly as the rates had not been raised for a number of years. The new fare rates are similar to those charged in Guildford, Epsom and Greater London.
23 May
The proposed new fares are set out in the notice below.
Notice of intention to increase taxi (Hackney Carriage) fares for distance - June 2023
In accordance with section 65 of the Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1976, Elmbridge Borough Council intends to increase the maximum fares for time and distance and additional costs that may be charged in connection with the hire of taxis (Hackney Carriages).
The proposed new fare table is set out below along with additional charges:
Tariff 1
Daytime rates: 6am to 8:59pm
Distance or item | Monday to Saturday | Sunday |
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For first mile (1,760 yards or approximately 1,609 metres) or part thereof | £6.10 | £7.10 |
Rate for each mile thereafter | £3.30 | £3.30 |
For each succeeding 107 yards (approximately 98 metres) or part thereof | £0.20 | £0.20 |
Tariff 2
Night: 9pm to 5:59am and national public holidays
Distance or item | Monday to Sunday |
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For first mile (1,760 yards or approximately 1,609 metres) or part thereof | £8.15 |
Rate for each mile thereafter | £5.00 |
For each succeeding 107 yards (approximately 98 metres) or part thereof | £0.30 |
Tariff 3
Double-day rate - Christmas/New Year: between 6pm 24 December and 5:59am on 27 December, and 6pm on 31 December and 5:59am on 1 January
Distance or item | Monday to Sunday |
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For first mile (1,760 yards or approximately 1,609 metres) or part thereof | £12.20 |
Rate for each mile thereafter | £6.60 |
For each succeeding 107 yards (approximately 98 metres) or part thereof | £0.40 |
Additional charges
A. For each additional passenger in excess of one: £0.40
B. Booking Charge: £0.60
C. Waiting for each period of 2 minutes or part thereof : £1.00
D. For each animal not in a container (excluding Guide dogs) : £0.60
E. Soiling charge (where carriage is unfit for immediate, subsequent hire) : £100.00
The carriage of guide dogs is compulsory and free of charge.
Payment by credit/debit card is free of charge.
Mileage rates may be charged from point of pick up only.
Fare tariff only applies to journeys which begin and end in Elmbridge. Other journeys to be negotiated separately, but the meter must be operated throughout the journey.
Any person wishing to object to the above fees may do so in writing by email to licensing@elmbridge.gov.uk or by post to Licensing Team, Elmbridge Borough Council, Civic Centre, High Street, Esher, KT10 9SD
Any objections must be received by midnight on 9 June 2023.