Private drivers · United Kingdom
Do you tip a private driver in United Kingdom?
Short answer
£10–20 per day
£10–20 for a full day with a private driver.
Optional
A driver hired for a day of touring is typically tipped £10–20 at the end. A single pre-booked airport transfer usually needs nothing, or £5 if they've helped with heavy luggage.
Travelling in United Kingdom?
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Common questions
- How much should you tip private drivers in United Kingdom?
- £10–20 per day. £10–20 for a full day with a private driver.
- Can you tip by card in United Kingdom?
- Card tipping is normal and easy, terminals routinely prompt. Since the Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act came into force in October 2024, employers must pass tips on to staff in full.
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Reviewed by Greg Kockott on 3 September 2026.
Figures checked against the sources below on 4 September 2026.
Sources
- Lonely Planet, “The Ultimate Guide to Tipping in Europe” (consulted 2026-09-04)
- Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act 2023 (c. 13), legislation.gov.uk (consulted 2026-09-03)