How many hours do taxi drivers work?
Robert Miller
Updated on March 21, 2026
Taxi drivers are working longer hours than the average 9am-5pm job, which is about 35 hours including a one hour lunch break. London drivers work the lowest number of hours on average at 39 hours a week, and Scotland work the highest number of hours at 46 on average.
How do I write a CV for a cab driver?
Able to be patient, friendly and helpful with every sort of passenger.
- Clean driving record.
- Excellent grasp of map-reading and local geography.
- Superior knowledge of short and fast routes to important passenger destinations, including airports and stations.
- Outstanding customer service and communication skills.
Can I use my taxi for personal use?
So long as you’re a registered taxi driver, you can still use your vehicle for social, domestic and pleasure purposes in addition to hire. However, rules can differ depending on your local council, so it’s always best to check in advance.
Are taxi drivers employees in BC?
Policy Interpretation. Under s. 1 of this Regulation a “taxi driver” is defined as “a person employed to drive a taxi”. This regulation also refers to a situation where “an employer leases a taxi to a taxi driver.”
How long can a driver drive without a break?
After 5 hours 30 minutes of driving you must take a break of at least 30 minutes for rest and refreshment. Or, within any period of 8 hours 30 minutes, you must take at least 45 minutes in breaks. You must also have a break of at least 30 minutes at the end of this period, unless it’s the end of the working day.
What skills do you need to be a taxi driver?
Taxi drivers will need to possess the following skills:
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- A warm, approachable manner.
- Competent driving skills and a good knowledge of the road and traffic systems.
- Good geographical knowledge.
- Sensitivity and the ability to deal with customers from various backgrounds.
What are the duties of a taxi driver?
Duties and responsibilities of a Taxi Driver
- Picking up and delivering customers.
- Taking the fastest and safest route.
- Helping to load and unload the vehicle.
- Calculating the right fare and returning the correct change.
- Keeping your vehicle clean and in good working order (no one wants to get into a broken, untidy taxi)
Why is taxi insurance so expensive?
Private hire taxi insurance is more expensive than conventional cover because taxi drivers complete more miles than other motorists, and often do so in congested conditions. As a result, taxis are usually bigger than conventional cars – meaning these vehicles often fall into a higher car insurance group.
Do taxi drivers make money?
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) gives the median income for taxi drivers and chauffeurs as $25,880 per year as of May 2017. However, this income often is hard earned. Cab drivers work long hours, usually eight- to 12-hour shifts.
How many hours can you drive after hours of service?
HOURS-OF-SERVICE RULES. PROPERTY-CARRYING DRIVERS. PASSENGER-CARRYING DRIVERS. 11-Hour Driving Limit. May drive a maximum of 11 hours after 10 consecutive hours off duty.
What’s the maximum number of hours you can drive in a day?
HOURS-OF-SERVICE REGULATIONS; PROPERTY-CARRYING DRIVERS: PASSENGER-CARRYING DRIVERS: 11-Hour Driving Limit. May drive a maximum of 11 hours after 10 consecutive hours off duty. 10-Hour Driving Limit. May drive a maximum of 10 hours after 8 consecutive hours off duty. 14-Hour Limit
Do you have to be licensed to drive a taxicab?
“Taxicab” shall not include limousine services licensed by the PUC. Taxicabs shall not include Passenger Stage Carriers licensed by the PUC. (C) Driver. A person who drives or controls the movements of a taxicab.
What are the rules and regulations for taxicabs?
5.52.190 Rules and Regulations of Operation. The following rules and regulations shall be observed by all persons operating taxicabs: (A) Clothing. Any person driving a taxicab shall be clothed in a shirt with sleeves, a full pair of pants or shorts with no less than a ten inch inseam, and shoes which cover the feet.
