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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.3

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Evaluating 361 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff for their courteous, friendly, and helpful demeanor, often highlighting drivers who go above and beyond. The service is frequently described as reliable, punctual, and professional, with many appreciating the clean cars and efficient delivery. However, some customers experienced issues with the booking process, noting instances where pre-booked taxis were significantly delayed or even cancelled. There were also occasional concerns regarding pricing discrepancies for similar journeys and, in a few cases, dissatisfaction with a driver's attitude or the cleanliness of the vehicle.

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Staff

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Service

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Delivery service

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Booking process

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Price

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Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Two trips today with courteous, friendly and helpful drivers. To and from both sides of Chelmsford (Great Baddow/Springfield) in peak periods. Avoided busy routes to reach destinations in go... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A Happycabs driver (Ali) was available straight away even though it was a busy Friday morning & other taxis had nearly an hour's wait. The driver's car was very clean & had a nice refreshing scent (n... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We had a message to advise the taxi was on its way, turning up 5 minutes before the prescribed time. The drive was very polite helping load all the luggage and seeing us into his car. He was polite... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Unbelievable..in times of need …. We were stranded due to incident outside of Colchester so our train was sent back to kelvedon… happicabs picked us up hassle free and had us to a family funeral p... See more

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Company details

  1. Taxi service
  2. Minibus taxi service
  3. Taxi rank
  4. Transportation service

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Need a friendly, reliable ride? Happicabs is here to make your journey a breeze! We proudly provide taxis, minibuses, and minicabs across Chelmsford, Braintree, Witham, Maldon, South Woodham Ferrers, and surrounding areas. With over 60 years of experience, we’re dedicated to offering safe, smooth, and efficient rides that’ll have you smiling all the way to your destination! Whether you're off to the airport, heading to a hotel, enjoying a day out in London, attending a business meeting, going to the hospital, dropping the kids off at school, or catching a train or ferry, we’ve got the perfect ride for every occasion. Our team of DBS-checked, professional drivers will ensure you travel safely, comfortably, and on time. We make paying easy with options like cash, Apple Pay, and Google Pay. Plus, our handy taxi booking app (available for iOS and Android) lets you book and track your ride in real-time—making your travel experience smoother than ever. Just search for "Happicabs" in your app store and download it today! Whether it’s a quick trip, a special outing, or a group journey, Happicabs is here to provide you with top-quality service across Chelmsford, Braintree, and beyond. Whatever your transportation needs, you can always count on us for a friendly, reliable ride every time!

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Book black taxis, cars, & minibus services with Happicabs – your go-to for reliable travel in Essex! Easily book on-demand rides or schedule up to 3 months in advance via our mobile app. Choose from over 250 vehicles, including taxis, minicabs, people carriers, executive cars, accessible vehicles, and minibuses. Enjoy fast, on-demand taxi services in Chelmsford, Witham, Maldon, Braintree, and South Woodham Ferrers, with rides arriving in under 10 minutes. We also offer airport transfers with flight tracking and eco-friendly journeys in electric & hybrid vehicles. Available 24/7 with friendly customer support! Book your ride today and unlock Essex with Happicabs.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Punctuated and Turned up 10 mins early

Punctual and Turned up 10 mins early.
Very polite.

27 September 2025
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Reply from Happicabs - Essex Taxi Service

HI Nicola, thank you very much for your very kind words. This is appreciated by our entire team. I hope we continue to meet your expectations in the future.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Stansted / Maldon airport transfer.

The outbound airport transfer was in time but the vehicle was too small - driver was very helpful but we did have to cram ourselves in with luggage on our laps & my wife’s walker wedged behind the drivers seat.

The return transfer was initially booked for the wrong date - quickly sorted & no extra charge. On the correct day the driver was bang on time in a bigger vehicle & was also super helpful.

It took a lot of emails back & forth to get the prices & book the taxi’s - but email responses were always quick.

26 September 2025
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Reply from Happicabs - Essex Taxi Service

Thank you for your kind review, I am sorry that you had some issues especially with the outgoing taxi. I have passed this onto the training department to make sure we improve on this in the future. Kind regards

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Polite taxi driver

The taxi driver who arrived today 25.9.25 came to the right address and was very polite

Great taxi driver

25 September 2025
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Reply from Happicabs - Essex Taxi Service

Hi John, Thank you very much for your very kind review. It is appreciated by our entire team. We all sincerley hope we meet your expectations during your next journey.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Overall great experience

Overall great experience. Did experience a delay, but was contacted and informed and given the option to cancel. The drivers have always been courteous, helpful and knowledgeable. Will definitely keep using this service.

24 September 2025
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Reply from Happicabs - Essex Taxi Service

Hi Curtis, thank you so much for your kind review it is appreciated by both myself and my entire team. I hope we continue to meet your expectations in the future.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Your services are good

Your services are good, but I requested for a receipt for my company even before going forward to do the payment to book for the taxi, but up till now I have not been able to get my receipt for your services charge of £22.80, on 23/09/2025.
Please send me a receipt.

23 September 2025
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Reply from Happicabs - Essex Taxi Service

Hi Florance. I have sent you a request for further information so I can find your job and send the receipt to you. Please reply and I will send you an email receipt as soon as I get the required information.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

The driver was rude and aggressive

The driver was rude and aggressive

23 September 2025
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Reply from Happicabs - Essex Taxi Service

Good evening Keith, I am sorry you had an issue with one of our drivers. I have sent you a request for further information so I can investigate this fully for you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy and reliable

Taxi came in time, very friendly driver and very easy booking service via their app

22 September 2025
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Reply from Happicabs - Essex Taxi Service

Good evening Miles, Thank you for your very kind review, I sincerley hope we continue to meet your expectations in the future.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Consistently unreliable at turning up…

Quite unreliable at turning up at pre booked pickup time, advice to book 15-30mins earlier than you need to accommodate for this. Rarely an apology given when late and has happened on more than 1 occasion now

19 September 2025
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Reply from Happicabs - Essex Taxi Service

HI Alex, I am so sorry you've had issues using our service. I have sent you a request for further infornation so I can investigate this fully for you. Kind Regards

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The driver was on time and professional

The driver was on time. Taxi was clean, respected my space and was warm when interacted with me.

18 September 2025
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Reply from Happicabs - Essex Taxi Service

Hi Adewunmi, Thank you so much for your kind words, I am thrilled the driver looked after you. I hope we continue to meet expectations in the future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Punctual arrival

Punctual arrival, pleasant journey and friendly driver 👍

18 September 2025
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Reply from Happicabs - Essex Taxi Service

Hi Mrs Kerr, thank you for your kind words. It is much appreciated by both myself and my entire team. I hope we continue to meet your expectations in the future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Reply from Happicabs - Essex Taxi Service

Hi Mrs Ball, Thank you so much for your very kind words. It is much appreciated by myself and my entire team. I hope we continue to meet your expectations in the future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Arrived quickly

Arrived quickly. No problems.

15 September 2025
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Reply from Happicabs - Essex Taxi Service

HI Jennie, Thank you so much for your very kind review. I sincerley hope we meet your expectations on the next occassion you use our services.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Really lovely driver - scary driving !

Really lovely driver - but I felt VERY unsafe when he overtook a bus without checking properly - and a car was coming from the opposite direction. Instead of stopping because the obstruction was on his side of the road - he just kept driving and the other driver was forced to stop to let him past. Needless to say, the other driver was very angry and I was very nervous. Safety has to be of utmost importance when carrying passengers and that was NOT the case today! I honestly only use Happycabs if forced. No confidence in them for many reasons.

15 September 2025
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Reply from Happicabs - Essex Taxi Service

Good Evening Janice, I am so sorry to hear you had such a bad experience. We take matters like this very seriously. I have sent you a request for further information and would be grateful if you could respond so I can fully investigate this for you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

Great service

13 September 2025
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Reply from Happicabs - Essex Taxi Service

Hi Elenor, Thank you so much for your kind feedback. It is much appreciated by myself and our entire staff. I hope we continue to meet your expectations in the future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very timely

Driver arrived earlier.

13 September 2025
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Reply from Happicabs - Essex Taxi Service

Hi Aghogho, Thank you ever so much for your kind review. It is very much appreciated by myself and our entire team. I sincerley hope we meet your expectations in the future.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Very expensive for a 10 min cab…

Very expensive for a 10 min cab journey- £40! After 11 they wanted £53! Madness

12 September 2025
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Reply from Happicabs - Essex Taxi Service

Hi Tom, I have sent you a request for further information, If you can reply I will look into this for you.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Same Journey as always but in reverse

I have used this company on many occasions from the Maldon office and found them to be a very reasonable price. I ordered a taxi today from the south Woodham office for a similar journey as this office was closer to my work and got charged double the price. I find this unacceptable.

10 September 2025
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Reply from Happicabs - Essex Taxi Service

Hi Lyanne, I have sent you a request for additional information. If you could please reply I will glady investigate this for you. Kind Regards

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommend Happicabs…

Used Happicabs to collect us from the Radio 2 Party in the Park at Hylands Park they were really good -
texted with booking confirmation number and were easy to contact on landline to request an earlier pick up - great transfer back to our hotel with lovely driver.

6 September 2025
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Reply from Happicabs - Essex Taxi Service

Hi Elaine, Thank you so much for your very kind review it is much appreciated. I hope we continue to meet your expectations should you use us again.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Cheap price and arrived on time

7 September 2025
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Reply from Happicabs - Essex Taxi Service

Hi Eshan, Thank you ever so much for your very kind review. I hope we continue to meet your expectations in the future.

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