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Blaydon Shopping Centre
Town centreThe main shopping precinct in the centre of Blaydon — Asda, high street stores, and the market.
💡The shopping centre car park on Wesley Street is the easiest pickup point.
Taxis in Blaydon — Your Local Cab Company
Looking for a reliable taxi in Blaydon? Local Taxis is Blaydon's trusted 24/7 private hire service, covering all of Tyne and Wear and every major UK airport. Book instantly through our app with competitive fares, no surge charges, and real-time driver tracking.
We also cover Winlaton, Swalwell, Ryton and Dunston
and 20+ areas across Tyne and Wear
20+Areas Covered
24/7Availability
5 minAvg. Pickup
Saloon
Our standard ride. Up to 4 passengers, 3 bags. Air conditioned, phone charging, and a clean interior every time.
Why Choose Local Taxis in Blaydon?
Local Taxis is headquartered right here in Blaydon at Unit 14, Blaydon Industrial Park, Chainbridge Road. We’re not just a company that covers Blaydon — we’re from Blaydon.
That means shorter wait times, drivers who know the area inside out, and a local business that genuinely cares about serving its community.
Getting around Blaydon and beyond. Shops, schools, appointments, visiting friends — we’re just minutes away, wherever you are in Blaydon.
Newcastle Airport is a quick run from Blaydon from £23. Pre-book for early flights and late arrivals.
Freeman Hospital from £19, RVI from £16, QE Hospital from £15. Wheelchair-accessible vehicles available.
Heading into Newcastle or Gateshead for the evening? We’ll get you there and pick you up — no matter how late. Competitive fares, no surge pricing.
Where can I get a taxi to from Blaydon?
The destinations Blaydon passengers book most — with pickup tips you won't find on Google Maps.
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Chainbridge Road Industrial Estate
2 minMajor business and industrial area on Chainbridge Road, home to Local Taxis HQ at Unit 14.
💡Specify your unit number when booking for fastest pickup.
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Blaydon Rugby Club
3 minBlaydon RFC on Crow Trees Park — one of the North East's oldest rugby clubs.
💡Drop-off on Hexham Road for match days.
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Blaydon & Winlaton Pool
2 minThe local leisure centre and swimming pool serving Blaydon and surrounding areas.
💡Pickup from the main car park on Shibdon Road.
How much is a taxi from Blaydon?
Approximate fares from Blaydon town centre to popular destinations. Prices shown are a guide for a standard saloon (up to 4 passengers). Enter your journey in the app for an estimated fare. No surge pricing.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Time | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blaydon → Newcastle City Centrevia A695 | 5 miles | 10 min | from £15Book → |
| Blaydon → Gateshead Town Centrevia A1 | 4 miles | 10 min | from £13Book → |
| Blaydon → MetroCentrevia A695 | 3 miles | 10 min | from £10Book → |
| Blaydon → Queen Elizabeth Hospitalvia Sheriff Highway | 4 miles | 10 min | from £13Book → |
| Blaydon → Freeman Hospitalvia A692 / A6127 | 8 miles | 10 min | from £23Book → |
| Blaydon → Royal Victoria Infirmaryvia A695 / A186 | 6 miles | 10 min | from £18Book → |
Approximate fares from Blaydon town centre. For an estimated fare, book via the app, use the app, or call 0191 462 0060.
✈️ See airport transfer fares →How do I get around Blaydon?
Blaydon has 2 train stations and 5 bus routes connecting to the wider area. But there's a big difference between “a bus exists” and “a bus that gets you where you need to be, when you need to be there.”
Train Stations near Blaydon
Blaydon is served by 2 stations on the Tyne Valley Line, connecting you to Hexham, Carlisle, Newcastle Central and beyond. The main station is Blaydon Station.
Need to catch a train? We'll get you to the platform on time — skip the parking fees.
| Station | Line | Key Destinations |
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| Blaydon Station | Tyne Valley Line | Hexham, Carlisle, Newcastle Central |
| Metrocentre Station | Tyne Valley Line | Hexham, Carlisle, Newcastle Central |
Bus Routes from Blaydon
Blaydon is served by 5 bus routes, connecting to Newcastle via Ryton, Newcastle via Crawcrook, Newcastle via Scotswood Road and beyond. Services run regularly on weekdays but frequencies drop in the evenings and on Sundays.
| Route | From → To | Weekday | Sunday | Last Bus |
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| 10 Go North East | Blaydon → Newcastle via Ryton, Crawcrook, Metrocentre | Every 20-30 min (peak) | Reduced Saturdays & Sundays | ~23:24 |
| 10A Go North East | Blaydon → Newcastle via Crawcrook, Ryton, Metrocentre | Every 30-60 min | Reduced Sundays | ~23:45 |
| 12 Go North East | Blaydon → Newcastle via Scotswood Road | Every 30 min | Similar frequency to weekdays | ~23:32 |
| 49 Go North East | Blaydon → Gateshead via Swalwell, Metrocentre, Dunston | Every 30 min | Separate weekend timetable | ~23:05 |
| 69 Go North East | Blaydon → Wardley via Whickham, QE Hospital, Felling | Hourly | Reduced late evenings | ~23:09 |
Timetables verified March 2026 via bustimes.org and operator websites. Frequencies are approximate and may vary by time of day.
About Local TaxisHow we support local drivers in Blaydon▼
Supporting Local Business
Every Local Taxis booking supports a local driver and their family right here in Blaydon. Our drivers live in the communities they serve. They know the backroads, the shortcuts, and which streets flood when it rains. When you choose Local Taxis over a national app or a bus company headquartered 200 miles away, that money stays in Tyne and Wear.
If you've ever used one of the big ride-hailing apps, your driver has probably asked how much you paid. Those faceless algorithms take an ever-growing cut — sometimes 40% or more — while offering no real customer support, no local phone number, and no accountability when things go wrong.
With Local Taxis, your driver keeps a fair share. If there's a problem, you speak to a real person — not a chatbot, not a ticket queue. We're a Tyne and Wear business built by people who live here, for people who live here.
You can only book through our app, but we're always here if you need us. Call us on 0191 462 0060, email info@localgrp.uk, or message us through the app.
How do I book?
Book by app, online, or phone — whichever works best for you. The app gives you an instant estimated fares and live driver tracking, but you can always call us too. We're here 24/7.
Got questions?
What are the most common taxi questions in Blaydon?
Fares, routes, and everything you need to know about booking a taxi in Blaydon.
All our fares are fixed — you know the price before you travel. Newcastle Airport is from £23, QE Hospital from £15. Get in touch for a quote on any route.
We're based right here in Blaydon at Unit 14, Blaydon Industrial Park, Chainbridge Road. You can call, book online, use the app, or pop into our office.
Yes — we cover Winlaton, Swalwell, Ryton, Greenside, Crawcrook, and the whole of Gateshead and Newcastle. See all areas we cover.
Absolutely. We cover Freeman Hospital from £19, the RVI from £16, and QE Hospital from £15 — all competitive fares. Wheelchair-accessible vehicles are available, just let us know when booking.
Yes — Newcastle Airport is about 8 miles from Blaydon, around 15 minutes. From £23. Pre-book for early morning flights and we'll track your return flight so we're there when you land, even if it's delayed.
We don't operate from a rank — we're a private hire company, which means all bookings are pre-arranged via the app, online, or by phone. It only takes seconds and you'll see your fare upfront before you confirm.
Yes — you can book minutes in advance or schedule a ride days ahead. Pre-booking is ideal for early flights, hospital appointments, or nights out. All bookings are confirmed instantly via the app.
Why Local Taxis in Blaydon?
Call us — available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Or pop into our office: Unit 14, Blaydon Industrial Park, Chainbridge Road. Book online or download our app on iOS and Android.
All fares are fixed. You see the price before you travel, no surge pricing.
- ✅ Competitive fares — get an estimate before you book
- ✅ Live GPS tracking on every ride
- ✅ Covering all of Tyne and Wear, 24/7
- ✅ Book fast — 8 seconds, no hold music