In Lyon, should you choose a taxi or a pre-booked private driver? Both get you from A to B, but booking, pricing and service can differ.
Key differences
| Feature | Taxi | Private driver |
|---|---|---|
| Booking | Street, taxi rank, phone or app | Advance booking, WhatsApp or phone |
| Pricing | Meter-based and variable | Fare agreed or estimated in advance |
| Availability | May be hailed on the street | Pickup arranged by booking |
| Vehicles | Vary by operator | Often premium saloons or vans |
| Street pickups | Permitted | Not permitted without a booking |
Benefits of a private driver in Lyon
Clear pricing: With SpaceCab, you receive an indicative or confirmed fare before travelling.
Comfortable vehicles: Drivers use comfortable saloons or vans, depending on your request.
Journey monitoring: For airport and train pickups, your driver can monitor your arrival and adjust the meeting time.
Personal service: Let us know about preferences such as luggage, a phone charger or music.
When a taxi may be more convenient
For a very short, urgent journey without a prior booking, hailing a taxi may be quicker. Taxi ranks are available in central Lyon.
Our view
For airport transfers, business journeys, evenings out and group travel, a pre-booked SpaceCab driver can offer greater comfort and a planned pickup.
