What is the difference between an official taxi and a black cab?

Good to know before you travel

TaxiRitje.nl exclusively works with official taxis. Our drivers possess the required driver's pass and taxi licence; without these documents, one is not allowed to drive as an official taxi driver.

Why It Matters

With an illegal taxi, it is often unclear who is liable in case of damage or a dispute. Price agreements are also difficult to verify.

How to Recognise an Official Taxi

Look for a blue number plate or a taxi registration, a driver's pass in the on-board computer, and a known operator with clear terms and conditions and contact details.

Why Checking in Advance Makes a Difference

The question 'what is the difference between an official taxi and a black cab' usually doesn't arise out of nowhere. You want to arrive on time, avoid surprises, and know what to expect on the day. A pleasant taxi ride begins with a few simple checks. Knowing who you are booking with, what ride has been agreed upon, and how to make contact, provides more certainty than searching for answers only once your journey has begun.

The best preparation aligns with your own situation. Keep the confirmation and share the ride details when it feels comfortable to do so. When getting in, check if the driver knows your name and destination. In case of doubt or an unexpected situation, contact them immediately.

How to Apply This to Your Own Ride

Ensure your phone is reachable and have the booking number at hand. This allows queries about the ride to be looked up and resolved more quickly. Use the details of the actual traveller, even if someone else is making the booking.

After calculating, take a moment to check all the details before paying. This way, the practical information from this article won't just remain theory, but will result in a clearly and calmly prepared ride.

In short

Book with an operator who provides clear details; then you'll know where you stand.

How booking a taxi with Taxiritje.nl works

Prices are based on the actual road distance in kilometres between your pickup address and your destination, so you always know the amount before you book. Payment is online by card or iDEAL, and you receive a confirmation by email with the driver details, the pickup time and an invoice with VAT for business trips.

You book online in a few steps. Enter your pickup address with house number and postcode, add your destination and choose the date and time. The price you see is the price you pay: it already includes luggage, tolls, parking at the airport and waiting time, so there is no meter running during the journey and no surcharge at night or at the weekend.

Reservations are possible up to three hours before pickup, and you can book a one-way trip or a return in the same booking. For flights you enter your flight number; we then follow the actual landing time and include up to 80 minutes of free waiting time at the airport. For a pickup at a home or hotel address we include 15 minutes.

• •Fixed price per journey, confirmed by email before the driver is assigned.
• •Sedan or estate car for 1-4 passengers, minibus for 5-8 passengers.
• •Extra stops along the way can be added while booking.
• •Changes and cancellations online up to 24 hours before pickup; call 085 060 7086 within 24 hours.