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51% of customers paid £2,735 or less for Taxi Insurance*

  • Cover yourself, your taxi or Uber and your passengers

  • Public liability insurance included as standard with some policies

  • We compare up to 19 taxi insurance providers1

*51% of Confused.com customers paid £2,735.35 or less for taxi insurance in September 2024.
1Correct as of September 2024.

Do I need taxi insurance?

Yes - if you transport passengers commercially, taxi insurance is a legal requirement. It doesn’t matter whether you work full time or part time, or if you run a public or private hire service. If you drive a taxi, you won’t be covered by standard car insurance.

Driving without the right cover is a criminal offence, which can result in your licence being revoked, a fine, or penalty points. This also means if you claim for an accident, your insurer can reject your claim.

Types of taxi insurance

There are 3 types of taxi insurance, each offering a different level of cover:

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Third party only

This is the legal minimum, covering damage you cause to other people, their vehicle or property. It won’t cover any damage to your own taxi if you’re involved in a crash.

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Third party, fire and theft

This provides essential third-party liability coverage for damage or injury caused to others. Plus, it protects your own taxi if it is stolen or damaged by fire.

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Comprehensive

This is the highest level of cover. It covers all the benefits of third party, fire and theft cover. Plus, if you’re involved in a crash, it’ll cover any damage to your taxi.

How much is taxi insurance?

51% of customers paid:  

 

£22251

1Based on Confused.com data Q2 2026.

 

Taxi insurance typically costs more than standard car insurance. This is because insurers take certain factors associated with commercial driving into account:

  • Milage: Taxi drivers typically cover more ground than most drivers across peak hours.
  • Driving hours: Night driving, driving in busy cities and weekend drives are considered higher risk by insurers.
  • Vehicle type: Larger vehicles including minibuses tend to cost more to insure.
  • Your claims history: If you’ve made claims on your insurance in the past, it’s likely to increase your premium.
  • Where you work: If your taxi’s based in a busy city centre your premiums might be higher due to the increased risk.

Do I need public or private hire taxi insurance?

When you get a quote, we’ll ask you how you use your taxi. There are two classes of use to choose from:

Private hire vehicle (PHV) insurance

Covers private, pre booked journeys - you can’t pick up passengers from a taxi rank or the street.

You’ll need private hire insurance if you drive a:

 

  • Licenced minicab 

  • Rideshare vehicle e.g. uber or bolt

  • Private hire minibus

Public hire vehicle insurance

Covers traditional taxis that pick up passengers without a booking from the street and taxi ranks.

You’ll need public hire insurance if you drive a:

  • Traditional black cab
  • Hackney carriage
  • Any type of taxi

What our motor insurance expert says

"Whether you drive a black cab in London or a minicab in Manchester, or drive passengers on weekends, you need to be properly covered. Taxi insurance is a legal requirement to cover your vehicle and your passengers. This gives you peace of mind and can save you from an expensive pay out."

Matt Crole Rees - Motor General Manager & Motor Insurance Expert
Motor General Manager & Motor Insurance Expert Confused.com logo

How can I get cheap taxi insurance?

If you're looking to reduce the cost of your taxi insurance, follow these top tips:

Pay annually

Paying monthly can drive up the total cost of insurance, as you'll have to pay interest.

Improve vehicle safety

Installing a dashcam or immobiliser to your taxi can drive down premiums.

Park securely

Parking in a locked garage reduces risk of theft, often resulting in cheaper insurance.

Shop around

Comparing quotes can help find you the best deal. So it's worth searching for deals before you renew your current policy.

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What optional extras can I add to my taxi insurance?

A standard taxi insurance policy will cover the basics, but these optional extras are worth considering:

Breakdown cover:

This will provide you with roadside assistance, and can often cover the cost of onward travel if your taxi can’t be fixed immediately.

Public liability cover:

This will cover your taxi business if someone makes a claim against you.

Windscreen cover:

This will take care of the cost, minus a small excess, if your windscreen get chipped or cracked

Legal cover:

This will cover legal fees if you need to pay anything following an accident or claim.

Why choose Confused.com?

  • We have over 20 years' experience in helping customers. Based in Cardiff, we help over 5 million customers a year find insurance at the right price.
  • We’re completely independent, meaning we're not owned by another insurance company. This means we're unbiased and will show you prices from all insurers who offer you a quote.
  • We regularly review our website and follow a strict editorial policy. We do this to ensure everything we say is as accurate as possible.
  • Our website is 100% free to use. We also have a UK-based customer support team to help you with anything you need. Get in contact with us if you need any help.

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