You could be better off getting a black cab rather than an Uber in Bath, according to a new survey.
Hotel chain Jury’s Inn found taxi journeys were more affordable in a black cab than an Uber in 40 per cent of cities, including Bath.
The research looked at how Uber and Hackney carriage fares compare in 20 cities across the UK and Ireland as each prepared for an influx of visitors over the festive period.
Comparing an average one-mile journey around Bath city centre during the day, the research shows people can save on average £1.50.
The one-mile day rate for an Uber in the city was £5.90 while the same trip in Hackney carriage cost £4.40.
The study also compared Hackney carriage night rates against Uber with a 1.4x surcharge, which is often the case at busier times.
While only four cities could compete with Uber at their regular rate, black cabs were more affordable in half of the cities at night when Uber operate a surcharge.
In Bath, customers could save an average of £2.86 with an Uber costing £8.26 per mile compared to £5.40 for a trip in a black cab at night time, according to the survey.
But while the trip could cost more in an Uber, a spokesperson for the taxi company said it has brought more choice to cities and has helped raise the level of service.
“Passengers tell us they love being able to book a reliable ride at the touch of a button, pay without cash and track their car on their phone,” said the spokesperson.
“We keep a close eye on fares to ensure they remain value for money and always also give passengers a fare estimate before they book.
Suzanne Cannon, head of marketing at, Jury&apos;s Inn, said: “Towns and cities up and down the UK will see an extraordinary number of first-time visitors over December and navigating your way around or back to your hotel can prove difficult.