Register as a taxi driver with Long Distance Taxis
Are you a fully licensed taxi driver?
Interested in securing guaranteed journeys, with payment on completion?
Then sign up as a private driver with Long Distance Taxis and start picking the jobs you want, when you want them.
All we ask is that you adhere to our terms of service and register interest only in jobs that you have the capacity to deliver.
Why drive with Long Distance Taxi?
We have a growing customer base and offer long distance taxi services across the UK. We provide airport pick up and drop offs, city-to-city journeys for business meetings or executive travel, tourism and sightseeing and much more.
We don’t guarantee jobs, or a minimum journey contract for drivers – we operate a pay-as-you-drive system that provides flexibility and with advanced payment guaranteed from customers before you set-off, so you never need to worry about lack of payment.
Please note we only work with licensed drivers.
How does it work?
Once registered, you can bid on available jobs for drivers via our easy-to-use platform. Whoever submits the lowest bid within a set period of time will receive the job.
We confirm by email and SMS, as well as through our dispatch system. We will also inform you of any changes or special requests, such as mobility limitations.
We initiate open, pay-as-you-drive contracts, with drivers under no obligation to carry out services. We will pay you directly, once the journey has been completed.
Want to learn more about us? Give us a call or drop us a message and we will be happy to discuss.
We are always looking for new partner third-party providers – taxi companies and minicabs - who can deliver the same excellent taxi service that Long Distance Taxis is passionate about.
Why drive with Long Distance Taxis?
We have a wide-ranging clientele, operating across London and nationwide. We offer airport pick up and drop offs, city-to-city journeys for business meetings or executive travel, tourism and sightseeing and much more.
While we don’t guarantee jobs, or a minimum journey contract to the firms we work with – we do have a growing number of clients - and are keen to work with many more taxi firms to accommodate the growing demand.
Please note we only work with firms that operate licenced drivers.
How does it work?
Our Long distance service works by allowing firms to bid on available jobsfor their drivers via our intuitive platform, with the lowest bid receiving the contract, within set parameters. Once confirmed, drivers will be sent jobs by email and SMS, as well as through a dispatch system that functions like Autocab. We will also inform you of any special requests, such as mobility limitations and other relevant information on your clients.
We initiate open, pay-as-you-drive contracts, with drivers under no obligation to carry out services. We will pay you directly, once the journey has been completed.
Want to learn more about us? Give us a call or drop us a message and we will be happy to hear from you.
Taxi Driver's Jobs
Long Distance Taxis UK is always on the lookout for new driving talent from across London and beyond. Our brand is quickly expanding - it’s an exciting time to get involved with Long Distance Taxis
A part from being one of London’s premier airport taxi services, we also provide other driving services like couriers and regular taxis. Driving with us provides a diverse mix of work across the London area.
Our rates sit above the London average for taxi drivers. You will be expected to provide excellent service day-in-day-out, meeting targets and deadlines for arrivals at pick-up destinations and airports.
You can either use your own vehicle if it meets our requirements, or we can offer a rental service for £225 a week, which are some of the lowest rates possible in the London area.
Career Progression
You have the potential to progress towards our coveted chauffeur and executive services where you’ll be driving high-end Mercedez Benz and other vehicles. Executive drivers receive better rates of pay and are rewarded more highly for providing excellent service to our valued customers and clients.
Develop your experience with us, we offer a comprehensive set of training opportunities and potential for progressing onto higher driving roles as well as roles in head office.
Rewards
Driving with us provides you with a flexible job that has a rewards system for providing excellent customer service and meeting target.
Technology
You will be trained to use state-of-the-art logistics technology like tracking apps and automatic payment systems. This will make your life easier, streamlining parts the job so you can focus on the important bit: driving.
Taxi drivers wanted!
If you would like to be a driver, you are welcome to apply to Long Distance Taxis. You can rent a car from us, or if you have an acceptable vehicle it can be used.
Acceptable vehicles must have satellite navigation and AUX capabilities. It must also be regularly serviced and have a recent service and MOT certificate. We may install a black box in your car to check your driving.
You can earn a great amount by working with us, as our jobs range from 20-100 and you might be able to do as many as 4-6 jobs per day. You can make up your own working hours, meaning you are free to earn as much as you would like! If you work full time, you could easily make up to 4000 per month. Customers may also leave tips if they are especially impressed with your services.
If you’d rather work part-time, we are completely flexible and can work around any other requirements. Therefore, it’s a great work option for university students or those working other part-time jobs. We generally allocate jobs 24 hours in advance so you can pre-plan, however there will be some last minute jobs as well. Some of your wage will be in cash.
We are committed to creating the best experience for our customers, so there are a few requirements necessary to become a taxi driver with us. Generally, we expect you to be a good driver and have a friendly personality, but there are some specifics as well. These include:
- You must have a full, clean driving license, that you have had for at least five years
- You must have a friendly persona
- You must be dedicated to helping customers, and be willing to help carry bags
- You must be punctual
- You must be reliable with money, as some payments will be in cash
- You must have a good idea of the local area
- You must be smart, clean and well-dressed
If you meet all of these criteria, and are keen in learning more about the above, feel free to drop us an email and start your journey with Long Distance Taxis - we can’t wait to hear from you! Join Us Today !
Benefit of being driver with Long Distance Taxis Why join us?