Skirrid taxi company beneath the holy mountain
Taxis around Skirrid provide short hops into Abergavenny, walker pickups, early airport transfers to Cardiff or Bristol, cruise runs to Southampton, and longer trips to Newport, Cardiff or Hereford. Sitting at the foot of the iconic Skirrid mountain (Ysgyryd Fawr) just north of Abergavenny, Skirrid offers access to one of the most distinctive peaks in Wales. The mountain's broken back silhouette is said in legend to have cracked at the moment of Christ's crucifixion, making it a pilgrimage site for centuries and now a much loved walking destination with views stretching across to the Sugar Loaf, the Blorenge and the wider Brecon Beacons. Expect excellence – 01873 567567.
Your local taxi is rated excellent on all review platforms
Residents and walkers around the Skirrid have come to know our drivers well, and the 90+ five-star rating reflects that long term relationship. Every driver is DBS enhanced checked, Monmouthshire County Council licensed and familiar with the lanes between the Skirrid, Llanvihangel Crucorney and Abergavenny. Regular bookings include weekday school runs, hospital trips to Nevill Hall and pre-booked airport transfers, all looked after with the same care. The Skirrid Inn at Llanvihangel Crucorney, one of the oldest pubs in Wales, is also a familiar pickup point for late returns.
24/7 availability
Whether you need a taxi at 3am or midnight, SHIRE is always available. Book for any time of day or night, 365 days a year, with a reliable driver ready for you in Bwlch.
Upfront Pricing
Every Abergavenny taxi fare is quoted upfront with no surge charges or hidden extras. A short ride across town costs just a few pounds, while airport transfers to Cardiff or Bristol are fixed at booking. Ring 01873 567567 or use the online tool for an instant quote.
Rated Excellent
Thousands of completed journeys around Abergavenny have earned our top local rating. Customers return because the service is consistent, drivers are courteous and cars arrive when promised. That reliability is why locals think of Shire Taxis by name.
Safety
Every driver on Abergavenny taxi bookings holds an enhanced DBS check, a Monmouthshire County Council licence and full passenger insurance. Vehicles are regularly inspected and kept spotless. Solo travellers, elderly passengers and parents booking school runs can ride with complete confidence.
Abergavenny taxis with a top local rating
Abergavenny taxi fares depend on distance, time of day and the size of vehicle needed, but every price is quoted upfront and held to that figure. A short ride from the station to Cross Street or from Castle Meadows back home is typically just a few pounds. A fixed airport taxi Abergavenny run to Cardiff Airport (CWL) is around 35 minutes away and clearly priced at booking. For an instant quote on any journey, use the online tool or call 01873 567567 and we will give you a fair fixed price.
Reliable Abergavenny private hire services
Long Distance
From Abergavenny we regularly travel to Crickhowell, Brecon, Builth Wells and Hay-on-Wye in Powys, across to Hereford, Ross-on-Wye and Gloucester, plus into the Forest of Dean. Fancy a family day out? West Midland Safari Park near Bewdley is around 75 minutes, Bristol Zoo Gardens about an hour, and Folly Farm in Pembrokeshire roughly two hours. The Cotswolds villages of Bourton-on-the-Water and Stow-on-the-Wold make for lovely day trips too.
Airport
Cardiff Airport is around 35 minutes from Abergavenny along the A465 and A48, handy for European city breaks and seasonal long haul routes. Bristol Airport sits about 50 minutes away via the M4 with a wider choice of package holidays and budget flights. Birmingham Airport takes roughly 90 minutes and opens up connections to Asia, the Middle East and North America. We also run fixed fare transfers to Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, Manchester and Edinburgh airports.
Seaport
Setting off on a cruise from Abergavenny? Southampton is the most popular departure port, around two hours via the M4 and M3. Portsmouth takes a similar time for ferries and smaller cruise lines. Dover sits further east at roughly three and a half hours, while Avonmouth in Bristol is only an hour away for select sailings. Fares are fixed at booking with space for large suitcases, and return pickups can be arranged at the same time.
Station
Abergavenny Station sits on Station Road with direct Transport for Wales services to Cardiff Central in around 50 minutes and Hereford in about 25 minutes. For faster trains to London Paddington, Newport Station is roughly 30 minutes by car on the Great Western Main Line, with services reaching London in under two hours. Cardiff Central is approximately 45 minutes away for connections across South Wales and beyond.
Reliable long distance taxis from Abergavenny
Forget the stress of connecting trains through Newport or Cardiff when you need to reach Crickhowell, Brecon, Builth Wells, Hay-on-Wye, Hereford or Ross-on-Wye. Abergavenny taxis take you door to door with luggage handled and no platform changes. Business trips to Bristol, family visits in Birmingham or days out to West Midland Safari Park and Longleat are all quoted as fixed fares. Whether heading to Southampton for a cruise or Manchester for a flight, our drivers deliver punctual, comfortable Abergavenny taxi journeys every time.
Need a taxi into Abergavenny from anywhere in the UK?
Arriving into Abergavenny by train means the station is a fair walk from many addresses, and taxis at the rank are not guaranteed. Pre-book an Abergavenny taxi and a driver meets you wherever you arrive, whether that is the station, a drop off point on the A40 or collection from Cardiff, Bristol, Hereford or further afield. Wedding guests heading to The Angel Hotel, walkers starting the Beacons Way and Food Festival visitors all travel the final miles in comfort. Fixed fare, door to door, outstanding service.
Taxi from Abergavenny to Bristol, Cardiff & Birmingham
Trains to Cardiff or Bristol Airport involve changes, luggage handling and the risk of missed connections if services run late. Abergavenny airport taxis remove all that stress with direct door to terminal travel. Cardiff, Bristol and Birmingham airports are regular runs, while Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, Manchester and Edinburgh are covered at fixed pre-booked fares. Early morning departures and red-eye returns are part of the daily routine. No parking charges, no shuttle buses, just comfortable Abergavenny airport taxi transfers you can rely on.
Taxi from Bristol, Cardiff & Birmingham to Abergavenny
After a long flight the last thing anyone wants is the scramble for trains, missed connections and lugging cases through stations. Abergavenny airport taxis meet you at arrivals at Cardiff, Bristol, Birmingham, Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted or any UK airport. Flight delays are tracked at no extra charge, so late landings do not leave you stranded. The fare is fixed at booking, luggage is loaded for you, and the drive home is comfortable. Skip the queues, skip the stress, arrive relaxed.
Skirrid cruise port taxi bookings
Why wrestle luggage through stations when Skirrid taxis run direct to Southampton, Portsmouth, Dover and Avonmouth? Public transport to cruise ports involves multiple connections, overcrowded trains and no guarantee of making it on time. Our drivers collect from your door, load the bags and deliver you to check-in relaxed. Fixed fares with no early morning surcharges. Book on 01873 567567.
Cruise return taxis to Abergavenny
Cruise return taxis to Skirrid from Southampton, Portsmouth, Dover and Avonmouth remove the stress of post-voyage public transport. A driver meets you at the terminal at the agreed time, loads luggage and drives you home directly. Ship arrivals are tracked where possible, so late docking costs nothing extra. Comfortable, reliable cruise returns. Book on 01873 567567.
Skirrid taxis to Newport and Cardiff stations
Getting to the station from Skirrid is easy with a taxi to Abergavenny, Newport, Cardiff Central or Hereford. Newport sits on the Great Western Main Line for fast London trains, Abergavenny serves the Welsh Marches, Cardiff Central handles South Wales connections. Drivers track timetables and get you there comfortably. Fixed fares. Call 01873 567567.
Station to Skirrid taxi service
The last leg home to Skirrid from Abergavenny, Newport, Cardiff Central or Hereford is covered by taxi. Pre-book your pickup or call when the train is nearly in. Drivers track times and adjust for delays without charge. Luggage handled, comfortable ride, fixed fare agreed at booking. Book on 01873 567567.