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Lagos Taxi Price Calculator 2026

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Popular routes from Lagos

Lagos to Faro
83 NGN
Lagos to Ebute Metta
5,200 NGN
Lagos to Kano
994,000 NGN
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Lagos taxi prices

In Lagos, taxi fares are influenced by several factors.

Taxi price (2026)

Base fee (day)
500NGN
Price per KM
1 NGN
Waiting time per hour
2NGN
Calculation Example

Consider a trip from your hotel to the Lagos city centre, covering a distance of 5 km. If you travel during the day and have one piece of luggage, your total fare will be 505 NGN.

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Lagos taxi price - FAQ

How much is a taxi in Lagos?

A 5km ride in Lagos costs about 505 NGN. Enter your route to get a more accurate price. In general the price is affected by several factors including the route length and the driver’s waiting time.

How do I order a taxi in Lagos?

You can stop a taxi on the street in Lagos or use a ride hailing app. We recommend using an app in Lagos as these services monitor the quality of the drivers and taxis on an ongoing basis.

What other ways are there to get around in Lagos?

If you can’t find a taxi Lagos or the price is too high you can always take a bus, rent a scooter, a bicycle or a car. Walking is also a great option if it’s a short distance and the weather suits.

How do I calculate the taxi price in Lagos?

Simply enter your starting point and destination at gobytaxi.co.uk. We’ll calculate the estimated price based on Lagos taxi prices and your specific route. This will also work for destinations outside Lagos.

What’s the price of Taxi in Lagos per KM?

The starting price of a taxi in Lagos is 500.0 NGN. Each KM is then priced at 1,000.0 NGN. If you need the driver to wait for you this will cost 2,000.0 NGN per hour.

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