ETS Cars

ETS Cars: pre-booked private transfers in the UK

ETS Cars is a private hire vehicle service that operates exclusively by advance booking. Its activity focuses on transfers to and from major UK airports, as well as long-distance private journeys between cities. The company presents itself as an alternative to rank taxis and ride-hailing apps, with the particularity that the price is fixed before travelling and does not change due to delays, traffic or demand.

Airport transfers across the country

The company covers round trips to the most relevant UK airports. Among the destinations it mentions are Leeds Bradford, Manchester, Birmingham, Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Newcastle, Edinburgh, Glasgow, East Midlands and Liverpool, among others. The service is designed to pick up the passenger at their home and take them to the terminal, or to receive them on arrival and transfer them back.

For arrivals, ETS Cars tracks the flight in real time. If the plane lands earlier or later than expected, the collection time adjusts automatically at no extra cost. The company also offers specific pages for particular routes, such as Leeds to Heathrow, Leeds to Manchester or Birmingham to Gatwick, with indicative information on prices and journey details.

Long-distance service and intercity connections

In addition to airport journeys, ETS Cars focuses on long-distance travel: transfers between cities, trips to airports that are not the closest to the point of origin, and connections for those who prefer not to drive or change trains. The company notes that this type of service is suitable for families and groups with luggage, business travellers and anyone who needs to reach their destination without depending on a rank taxi or an app that may reject long-distance journeys.

Vehicle fleet and booking options

The user chooses the vehicle at the time of requesting the quote. The fleet includes several categories:

• Saloon: comfortable and economical for individual travellers, couples or everyday journeys with standard luggage.
• Estate: similar to the previous one but with more boot space, suitable for additional luggage, golf clubs or bulky items.
• Executive: higher-range vehicle for business trips or occasions requiring a polished presentation.
• MPV / People Carrier: capacity for families or small groups with their luggage, without the need to split into two cars.
• 8 seats: for larger groups or events, keeping all passengers in the same vehicle.
• 7-seat Executive: higher-range option for groups requiring more space and comfort.

During the booking process, the system shows the fares of all available vehicles so the customer can compare space and price before deciding. Additional services can also be added, such as meet & greet with a sign on arrival or a child seat, both with a supplement indicated on the website.

How booking and payment work

The booking process is done online and consists of four steps: enter the journey (origin, destination, date, time and number of passengers, with the option to add intermediate stops), obtain instant quotes for each vehicle, confirm and pay, and finally travel. Payment can be made by card through the website or arranged directly with the driver. Confirmation is immediate.

The company states that it does not apply dynamic pricing or hidden charges, and that the price shown in the quote is the price paid. Drivers are professionally licensed and hold DBS certification (criminal record check).

Availability and coverage

ETS Cars operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, all year round. The company declares it has completed more than 60,000 journeys and accumulated more than ten years of activity. Its area of operation is the whole of the United Kingdom, with a special presence in the north of England and routes to the main British airports.

Location and contact

Regus Offices, Block 3 City West Office Park, The Boulevard, Leeds, LS12 6LN · Phone: +44 113 414 0608 · Email: info@etscars.co.uk · Hours: Service 24/7; office Monday to Sunday from 09:00 to 17:00