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Taxis in Islay

Compare local taxi operators serving Islay in Scotland. Check services, pricing, and reviews, then book online or request a quote directly from the operator.

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Attic Cabs

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Isle of Islay
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Attic Cabs

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Islay
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Bodachs Islay Taxi

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Isle of Islay
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BRUICHLADDICH TAXIS, ISLAY

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Isle of Islay
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Carols Cabs

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Isle of Islay
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Carols Cabs

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Isle of Islay
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Cathy Heads Islay Taxi, Tours & Transfers

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Isle of Islay
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Daly Cabs Islay

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Isle of Islay
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Islay Taxis

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Isle of Islay
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Islay WH Taxis

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Isle of Islay
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Jim's Taxi Islay

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Isle of Islay
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McIntyre Private Hire Taxi Islay

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Islay
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RML Taxis

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Isle of Islay
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Taxi fares in Islay

Licensed taxi fares in Islay are regulated by the local council. The table below shows typical price ranges — actual fares depend on traffic, time of day, and the operator.

Short trip (up to 2 miles)
£4–£8
Medium trip (5–8 miles)
£10–£20
Airport transfer
£25–£60
Starting fare
£2.60
Per mile
£1.80–£2.50
Availability
24 / 7

* Estimates only. Always confirm the fare with your driver before travel.

Frequently asked questions about taxis in Islay

How do I book a taxi in Islay?
Browse the licensed taxi operators listed on this page and book directly through their profile. Many Islay operators accept online bookings 24 hours a day — simply select your pickup location, destination, and preferred time.
How much does a taxi cost in Islay?
A short journey within Islay (up to 2 miles) typically costs £4–£8. A medium journey of 5–8 miles usually runs £10–£20. All licensed taxis in Scotland use a taximeter starting at approximately £2.60, with a per-mile rate of around £1.80–£2.50. Prices may be higher at night, on weekends, and on public holidays.
Are taxis available 24 hours in Islay?
Most licensed taxi and private hire operators in Islay offer 24-hour services, including late-night and early-morning airport runs. Pre-booking is recommended for unsociable hours to guarantee availability.
What is the difference between a taxi and private hire in Islay?
Licensed taxis (hackney carriages) in Islay can be hailed on the street or hired from a taxi rank. Private hire vehicles must be pre-booked and cannot legally pick up passengers without a booking. Both are licensed and regulated by the local council.
How much does a taxi to the airport cost from Islay?
Airport transfers from Islay typically cost £25–£60 depending on the airport and exact pickup location. Pre-booking with a fixed-price quote is usually cheaper than a metered fare for airport journeys.
How do I find a reliable taxi company in Islay?
All operators listed on BlinkaRide are licensed by their local council and have been verified. You can compare services, read reviews, and book directly with confidence. Look for operators showing online booking capability for the most convenient experience.

Explore Islay

Known as the Queen of the Hebrides, Islay is a rugged and beautiful island off the west coast of Scotland, world-famous for its peaty single malt whiskies and outstanding wildlife. With eight working distilleries and some of Scotland's finest birdwatching, it draws visitors from across the globe.

Top 5 places to visit

1Islay Distilleries

Home to eight legendary single malt distilleries including Laphroaig, Ardbeg, Bowmore, and Bruichladdich. Each offers tours and tastings — the distillery trail along the southern shores is a highlight of any visit to Scotland.

2RSPB Loch Gruinart Nature Reserve

One of Scotland's finest nature reserves, where barnacle and white-fronted geese winter in their tens of thousands. The reserve is also home to corncrakes, choughs, and golden eagles year-round.

3Finlaggan

The atmospheric ruins on a small island in Loch Finlaggan were once the seat of the Lords of the Isles — the most powerful Gaelic lords in medieval Scotland. A haunting and historically significant site.

4Machir Bay

A sweeping, pristine Atlantic beach on Islay's western coast, backed by dunes and machair grassland. One of Scotland's most beautiful and remote beaches, rarely crowded even in summer.

5Kildalton Cross

An 8th-century early Christian cross at Kildalton church on the southern shore — the finest intact Celtic cross in Scotland, with extraordinary carved figures and interlace decoration surviving after 1,300 years.

Getting around Islay: Islay is served by ferry from Kennacraig or by flights from Glasgow to Port Ellen. Once on the island, local taxis are the most practical way to reach the distilleries, Loch Gruinart, Finlaggan, and the remote beaches — public transport is very limited.