Looking for a reliable taxi in Whickham? Local Taxis is Whickham'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 Blaydon, Dunston, Sunniside and Gateshead
and 20+ areas across Tyne and Wear
Our standard ride. Up to 4 passengers, 3 bags. Air conditioned, phone charging, and a clean interior every time.
Whickham is an affluent residential area on the southern edge of Gateshead, about four miles from our Blaydon headquarters. It consistently ranks among the most desirable places to live in the borough, with well-regarded schools, independent shops along Front Street, and a community feel that sets it apart from the wider Gateshead urban area. Whickham Thorns outdoor activity centre offers skiing and climbing, while Gibside — the National Trust’s Georgian landscape garden — sits just a short drive to the south along the Derwent Valley.
Pickups in Whickham are fast — our Blaydon drivers are typically with you in under 10 minutes.
School runs, shopping trips, evening outings — wherever you need to go from Whickham, we will get you there. We cover all of Whickham including the Chase, the Fellside, and streets off Front Street.
Newcastle Airport is around 20 minutes from Whickham via the A1 and A696. Pre-book your transfer for guaranteed pickup — we track flights for late arrivals.
QE Hospital from £15 — one of the quickest hospital runs from Whickham. Freeman Hospital from £19, RVI from £16. Wheelchair-accessible vehicles available.
Whickham is home to several popular schools including Whickham School and Fellside Community Primary. We offer regular school transport with trusted drivers — call to discuss regular booking arrangements.
The destinations Whickham passengers book most — with pickup tips you won't find on Google Maps.
The heart of the village — a mix of independent shops, cafes, pubs, and everyday essentials. Whickham Co-op, local butchers, and the kind of high street that still actually works.
A Norman church with a tower that has stood since the 12th century — one of the oldest buildings in the area, set in a peaceful churchyard overlooking the Tyne Valley.
Whickham's large public recreation ground — football pitches, a children's play area, and open green space used by families across the village and surrounding area.
An 18-hole parkland course on the southern edge of Whickham, with views across the Team Valley and beyond. One of the area's established golf clubs.
A popular outdoor and adventure centre offering activities including dry skiing, snow tubing, BMX, and archery — used by school groups and families from across the region.
Approximate fares from Whickham 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whickham → Blaydonvia B6317 | 2.5 miles | 10 min | from £9Book → |
| Whickham → Gateshead Town Centrevia B6317 / A692 | 4 miles | 10 min | from £13Book → |
| Whickham → Newcastle City Centrevia B6317 / A695 / A1 | 6 miles | 10 min | from £18Book → |
| Whickham → MetroCentrevia B6317 / A694 | 3 miles | 10 min | from £10Book → |
| Whickham → Queen Elizabeth Hospitalvia B6317 / Sheriff Highway | 3.5 miles | 10 min | from £12Book → |
Approximate fares from Whickham town centre. For an estimated fare, book via the app, use the app, or call 0191 462 0060.
✈️ See airport transfer fares →Whickham has 3 train stations and 2 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.”
Whickham is served by 3 stations on the Tyne Valley Line, connecting you to Hexham, Carlisle, Newcastle Central and beyond. The main station is Metrocentre Station.
Need to catch a train? We'll get you to the platform on time — skip the parking fees.
| Station | Line | Key Destinations |
|---|---|---|
| Metrocentre Station | Tyne Valley Line | Hexham, Carlisle, Newcastle Central |
| Dunston Station | Tyne Valley Line | Hexham, Carlisle, Newcastle Central |
| Blaydon Station | Tyne Valley Line | Hexham, Carlisle, Newcastle Central |
Whickham is served by 2 bus routes, connecting to Gateshead via Swalwell, Wardley via Lobley Hill. Services run regularly on weekdays but frequencies drop in the evenings and on Sundays.
| Route | From → To | Weekday | Sunday | Last Bus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49 Go North East | Whickham → Gateshead via Swalwell, Dunston | Every 30 min | Separate weekend timetable | ~23:05 |
| 69 Go North East | Whickham → Wardley via Lobley Hill, 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.
Every Local Taxis booking supports a local driver and their family right here in Whickham. 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.
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.
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Fares, routes, and everything you need to know about booking a taxi in Whickham.
Whickham is just down the road from our Blaydon base — so pickups here are fast. Whether you need a run to the MetroCentre, a transfer to Newcastle Airport, or a lift to QE Hospital, we are minutes away.
All fares are fixed. You see the price before you travel, no surge pricing.
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