Festive Season · Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Year’s Eve
Christmas & New Year Taxis in London
There are no Tube, bus or train services on Christmas Day, and New Year’s Eve brings road closures across central London. Pre-book a licensed minicab or chauffeur car for family visits, airport runs and party nights, and know your ride is sorted.
- Open on Christmas Day and Boxing Day
- Airport transfers right through the holidays
- Saloons, people carriers, 8-seaters & luxury cars
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Festive booking
Book Your Christmas Taxi
Add the date, pick-up time and number of passengers. Festive dates fill up quickly, so book as early as you can.
25 Dec
Open on Christmas Day
31 Dec
New Year’s Eve journeys
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Festive Travel
Why Pre-Book a Taxi Over Christmas?
Christmas is the one time of year London’s public transport stops almost completely. Transport for London runs no Tube, bus, Overground, DLR or Elizabeth line services on Christmas Day, and there are no National Rail trains anywhere in the country. Services are usually reduced on Boxing Day too, and engineering works often close or limit rail links, including airport trains, in the days between Christmas and New Year.
That leaves taxis and private hire cars, and many drivers take the day off. If you need to get to Christmas lunch with family, catch a flight on the 25th or get home after a New Year’s Eve party, booking ahead is the surest way to travel. Soho Cars runs 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, so you can book festive journeys now and travel with a confirmed car and a TfL-licensed driver.
Festive checklist
Book early, travel easy
- Book Christmas Day trips well in advance
- Book your return journey at the same time
- Tell us about presents, luggage and child seats
- On New Year’s Eve, agree a pick-up point away from road closures
Day-by-Day Guide
Getting Around London Over Christmas and New Year
Every year is slightly different, so always check TfL and National Rail before you travel. This is how the festive period usually works, and how we can help on each day.
24 December
Christmas Eve
Trains and buses wind down early in the evening as staff head home. Expect busy roads around stations and shopping streets, and book your evening journeys home in advance.
25 December
Christmas Day
No Tube, buses or trains run anywhere in London. Pre-booked private hire is one of the few ways to reach family, Christmas lunch or the airport, so book early.
26 December
Boxing Day
Public transport is usually reduced, with some lines closed. A good day to book a car for family visits, the sales or an airport run.
27–30 December
Between the holidays
Engineering works often affect rail links into London and to the airports. A pre-booked taxi takes you door to door without replacement buses.
31 December
New Year’s Eve
The fireworks bring road and bridge closures around Westminster and the South Bank. We agree a pick-up point outside the restricted area so you get home safely.
1 January
New Year’s Day
Services return but often run to a reduced timetable. A pre-booked car is the easy way home after a late night or to catch an early flight.
Flying over the holidays? See our Heathrow airport taxi page and all London airport transfers.
Festive Journeys
Christmas Taxi Bookings We Take Most Often
From Christmas lunch across town to a 5am flight on Boxing Day, these are the festive journeys London customers book with us every year.
Most booked
Christmas Day family visits
Getting to parents, grandparents or friends for Christmas lunch, then home again in the evening. Book both legs together and we confirm the times with you in advance.
Parties
Office parties and nights out
Late pick-ups after work Christmas parties and festive dinners in the West End, the City and across London. Groups can book an 8-seat Vito.
Events
Winter events and shows
Pantomimes, West End shows, ice rinks and Christmas markets. Avoid the parking hunt with a car that drops you at the door.
New Year
New Year’s Eve
Parties and dinners on the 31st, with a pick-up time and meeting point agreed in advance to work around central London road closures.
Luxury
Festive occasions
Christmas proposals, anniversary dinners and special celebrations in a Mercedes S-Class, Range Rover or Rolls-Royce Phantom.
Choose Your Car for the Festive Season
Christmas journeys usually mean extra luggage: presents, suitcases and food for the table. An estate gives two people plenty of boot space, the Sharan suits a family of five or six, and the 8-seat Vito keeps a whole group together. For something special, choose an executive Mercedes, the Range Rover or the Rolls-Royce Phantom.
Economy
VW Passat
Up to 4 passengers · 2 suitcases
Ideal for: Everyday journeys, station runs and nights out.
Economy Estate
VW Passat Estate
Up to 4 passengers · 3 suitcases
Ideal for: Airport runs with extra luggage.
People Carrier
VW Sharan
Up to 6 passengers · 3 suitcases
Ideal for: Families and small groups.
Minibus
Mercedes Vito
Up to 8 passengers · 6 suitcases
Ideal for: Groups, events and airport transfers with lots of luggage.
Executive
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Up to 4 passengers · 2 suitcases
Ideal for: Business travel and client pickups.
First Class
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Up to 3 passengers · 2 suitcases
Ideal for: VIP guests, roadshows and special occasions.
Luxury SUV
Range Rover Vogue LWB 2026
Up to 4 passengers · 3 suitcases
Ideal for: VIP airport pickups and discreet executive travel.
Ultra Luxury
Rolls-Royce Phantom
Up to 3 passengers · 2 suitcases
Ideal for: Weddings, red-carpet events and anniversaries.
Need something different? We can arrange any vehicle on request, and extra vehicles for group travel. Call 020 4625 5555.
Festive Tips
Planning Your Christmas Travel in London
A little planning goes a long way at the busiest, and quietest, time of the year on London’s roads.
01
Book as early as you can
Christmas Day, Christmas Eve evening and New Year’s Eve are our busiest dates. Booking early gives you the best chance of the time and car you want.
02
Book the return at the same time
If you are heading to family for the day, book your journey home when you book the outward trip, so you are not trying to find a car late on Christmas night.
03
Check your flight and terminal
Airlines sometimes change schedules over the holidays. Give us your flight number and we monitor it, with 40 minutes of free waiting for European flights and an hour for international flights.
04
Plan around New Year’s Eve closures
Roads and bridges around the fireworks area close for much of the evening. We will agree a pick-up point outside the restricted zone and a realistic time.
05
Travelling with children?
Child seats are available on request, subject to availability. Ask when you book, and tell us about pushchairs and extra bags.
06
Changes and cancellations
Plans change at Christmas. Cancel at least 24 hours before pick-up free of charge; later cancellations may be charged in full. See our terms and conditions.
Christmas Taxis Across London
We cover every London borough over Christmas and New Year, from central London hotels and homes to family visits in the suburbs and beyond. Travelling further for Christmas? Ask about our long-distance transfers.
Central London
West London
North & East London
South London
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FAQs
Christmas Taxi Questions
Need help planning a festive journey? Call us any time, including over Christmas, on 020 4625 5555.
Are you open on Christmas Day?
Yes. Soho Cars operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. Because demand is high and many drivers are off, we recommend booking Christmas Day journeys well in advance.
Is there any public transport in London on Christmas Day?
No. Transport for London does not run Tube, bus, Overground, DLR or Elizabeth line services on Christmas Day, and there are no National Rail trains. Pre-booked taxis and private hire cars are one of the few ways to travel.
How far in advance should I book a Christmas taxi?
As early as possible, especially for Christmas Day, Christmas Eve evening and New Year’s Eve. Many customers book their festive journeys in November or early December.
How much does a taxi cost on Christmas Day?
We confirm your fare when you book, so you know the price before you travel. Call us or send the booking form with your journey details for a quote.
Can you take me to the airport on Christmas Day or Boxing Day?
Yes. We run airport transfers to and from all London airports throughout the festive period, including Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
Can you pick us up after the New Year’s Eve fireworks?
Yes, but central London has road and bridge closures around the fireworks area for much of the evening. We agree a pick-up point outside the restricted area and a time with you in advance.
Can I book a return journey for Christmas lunch?
Yes. Book both journeys together and tell us roughly when you want to leave. If your plans change on the day, call us and we will do our best to adjust the return time.
Do you have cars for families and groups?
Yes. The VW Sharan seats up to six and the Mercedes Vito up to eight with luggage. For larger groups, we can arrange additional vehicles.
What is your cancellation policy over Christmas?
The same as the rest of the year: cancel at least 24 hours before your pick-up time free of charge. Cancellations within 24 hours may be charged in full.