Business Details
35 Years
experience
Your Trusted Taxi Service in Oxford
Established in 1991, Royal Cars has grown from a modest fleet of four vehicles to become Oxfordshire's largest private hire service provider with over 600 vehicles. As a family-run business, we combine decades of operational experience with a commitment to innovation, offering a comprehensive range of transport solutions across Oxford and surrounding areas. Our team of DBS-checked drivers operates a diverse fleet including hybrid saloons, executive vehicles, minibuses, and wheelchair-accessible transport, all maintained to the highest standards.We prioritise customer satisfaction through punctual, professional service supported by our user-friendly booking app and 24/7 availability. Recognised for our community engagement and corporate responsibility, we serve both individual passengers and businesses with tailored transportation solutions.
Services
Airport transfers
Executive taxis
Minibus hire
Disabled access
24/7 service
Corporate accounts
Group transport
App bookings
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We operate a fleet of over 600 modern, well-maintained vehicles
- Our drivers undergo DBS checks and professional training
- 24/7 service available across Oxfordshire and nationwide
- Award-winning mobile app for instant bookings and vehicle tracking
- Recognised as Oxford's largest private hire provider since 1991
What people say
Punctual, friendly, professional
Excellent service
Highly recommend
Safe and reliable
Great communication
Services
Airport transfers
We provide reliable airport transfer services to all UK airports, offering fixed fares and guaranteed punctuality. Our professional drivers handle both one-way and return journeys, with real-time tracking available through our app. With over 600 vehicles including executive and accessible options, we ensure timely transportation for business and leisure travellers.
Executive taxis
Our executive vehicle fleet features Mercedes Saloon and VIP cars with professionally presented drivers. Ideal for business meetings, special occasions, or luxury travel, these vehicles offer enhanced comfort and style. All executive bookings include real-time updates and meet-and-greet services at major locations across Oxfordshire.
Minibus hire
We operate a fleet of minibuses seating 6-16 passengers with ample luggage space. Perfect for family outings, corporate events, or sports teams, our vehicles feature modern amenities and safety equipment. Drivers receive specialist training for group transportation, ensuring comfortable journeys for all passengers.
Disabled access
Our accessible fleet includes wheelchair-friendly minibuses with trained drivers and safety equipment. We provide door-to-door assistance and ensure full compliance with accessibility regulations. All vehicles feature ramp access, securement systems, and priority seating for passengers with mobility requirements.
24/7 service
Available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, our taxi service operates through automated and manned booking systems. Emergency bookings receive priority handling, with real-time driver tracking available via our app. This ensures reliable transportation at any time for urgent or late-night requirements.
Questions
How do I book a taxi with Royal Cars?
Book via our free app with single-tap functionality, or call any of our local numbers. Online bookings allow real-time tracking of your vehicle's arrival.
Do you provide airport transfer services?
Yes, we offer fixed-fare transfers to all UK airports with guaranteed on-time arrivals. Our fleet includes executive and accessible vehicles for airport journeys.
What types of vehicles are available?
We operate over 600 vehicles including hybrid saloons, executive cars, minibuses, and wheelchair-accessible transport. Our fleet accommodates groups of 6-16 passengers.
Are your drivers DBS checked?
All our drivers undergo Disclosure and Barring Service checks and medical examinations before licensing by local councils.
Do you offer corporate accounts?
Yes, we provide tailored transportation solutions for businesses in Oxfordshire with dedicated account management and invoicing.
What areas do you cover?
We serve Oxford city centre, Banbury, Abingdon, Witney, Woodstock, Bicester, Chipping Norton, and surrounding areas across Oxfordshire.
Reviews (6)
Rosalind Owens
Dec 28, 2021
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Very good service, on time. Send map to track your taxi about 15 minutes till it comes. Very quick and cheap fares. Excellent
Didier Muller
Dec 21, 2021
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I've put a good review a while ago, but have now taken it down and considering changing my goto taxi company. . The service is greatly deteriorating. This week I've had 1) a driver without a mask and not only this is required by law but also showing complete disrespect for the clients and 2) seen a cyclist in daylight almost hit by a royal car not slowing down at a roundabout. In the future I'll note down the license plates. You better review your internal policies drastically.
Setareh Rastegaran Moghadam
Dec 19, 2021
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I had a very bad experience with royal cars that stopped me from using their service all together. It was on Christmas day, I was stuck on the road as it was no bus available and it was snowing and very cold. Just wanted to get home. Called royal cars to book a taxi. The operator was awfully rude. And because I didnt have a post code as I was in the middle of the road, he told me ring back when you have an address and hung the phone up on me ! Although I explained my location and where I was exactly, even the name of the road I was in. Which was horrendous for a taxi company!! And to
Frank Moseley
Dec 12, 2021
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Journey into Oxford was great, lovely driver, however on the return journey, the driver had his meter on the "for hire" setting which did not display a price. We were then told a ridiculous amount which we had no way of contesting. I have seen this tactic employed in my home city, "Oh sorry, I forgot to switch on the meter". We have been visiting Oxford every year for the last eight years and have always used this company, Just be careful of rogue drivers trying to swindle you, make sure they have their meter switched on all the way through the journey.
Dan H.
Dec 07, 2021
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All seemed good when we booked, online tracking accurate and car arrived on time. Then the problems started, instead of a warm welcome or even a hello we got a driver shouting at us. Apparently he would lose his licence if he took 8 people in a car with a capacity for 8 people! Refused to listen to reason and was instead abusive and rude. We offered for some of us to get the bus instead but this wasn't good enough for him and he continued to shout at us. Decided instead to all take the bus and he told us to get out and go away. Never had such a negative experience in all my life and not a great
Douglas Bowley
Dec 04, 2021
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Unprofessional on multiple occasions and seem to have forgotten that they are a service business. I rang for a fare heading into Oxford specifying that I had a small dog with us and this was acknowledged and okay on the phone. The taxi driver arrives and spots the dog, doesn't stop to pick us up and drives off without saying anything before he could. If the traffic light wasn't red I wouldn't have caught up with the car to find out that he personally doesn't take dogs. I then had to call the firm up again to coordinate another driver , bit sloppy really. On the way back out of Oxford at the end
