UK's Best Cities for Starbucks Drive-Thru Access Revealed: Where's a cabbie's quickest coffee stop?

Aberdeen tops the list as the city with the best access to a Starbucks drive-thru in the UK, boasting 2.1 outlets per 100,000 people.

For cabbies navigating the streets of the northern Scottish city, grabbing a cup of coffee on the go has never been easier. Starbucks in Aberdeen are strategically placed, with popular spots like Union Street making it a breeze to refuel both drivers and passengers.

Liverpool ranks second, with 1.6 Starbucks drive-thrus per 100,000 residents. Conveniently located across areas such as Croxteth, Edge Lane, and Aintree Retail Park, these outlets offer quick, accessible coffee stops for locals and those passing through.

Tied for third place are Glasgow and Derby, each with 1.5 Starbucks drive-thrus per 100,000 people. Glasgow leads in overall drive-thru count outside London, with a total of 9 Starbucks. Drivers in Glasgow can find these outlets at Darnley and Great Western Retail Park, while Derby's locations at Kingsway Retail Park and Pride Park are also well-situated for those cabbies in need of a fast coffee pit stop.

Cardiff, Northampton, and Coventry follow closely behind, each offering a respectable number of drive-thru options. Cardiff, for example, has 5 Starbucks drive-thrus—making it ideal for a mid-shift refreshment when cruising through the Welsh capital.

While Aberdeen, Liverpool, and Glasgow lead the charge, some cities are less accommodating. Brighton and Hove come in with the least number of popular drive-thru chains, with just one McDonald’s and no Starbucks, KFC, or Burger King. It might be worth noting for drivers in this region—coffee runs might require a bit more planning.

For taxi drivers criss-crossing the UK, knowing where to find the quickest coffee fix can be a lifesaver for caffeine fiends. Glasgow, in particular, has established itself as the ultimate drive-thru hub outside London, with 42 drive-thrus across Starbucks, McDonald's, KFC, and Burger King. Whether it's a Pumpkin Spice Latte in Aberdeen or a Flat White in Liverpool, these locations are the key to staying alert on the road.

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