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Pietermaritzburg Taxi Price Calculator 2026

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Popular routes from Pietermaritzburg

Pietermaritzburg to Durban
80 ZAR
Pietermaritzburg to Matatiele
3,067 ZAR
Pietermaritzburg to Gauteng
6,066 ZAR
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Pietermaritzburg taxi prices

In Pietermaritzburg, taxi fares are influenced by several factors.

Taxi price (2026)

Base fee (day)
21ZAR
Price per KM
13.2 ZAR
Calculation Example

Consider a trip from your hotel to the Pietermaritzburg 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 87 ZAR.

Pietermaritzburg Reported Prices

Pietermaritzburg latest reported taxi prices
1 real fare reported by travellers · reviewed by our team
Date Time Price From To People LuggageDriver
2025-02-19 07:51 80 ZAR Pietermaritzburg Durban 2 0-
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Pietermaritzburg taxi price - FAQ

How much is a taxi in Pietermaritzburg?

A 5km ride in Pietermaritzburg costs about 87 ZAR. 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 Pietermaritzburg?

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

What other ways are there to get around in Pietermaritzburg?

If you can’t find a taxi Pietermaritzburg 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 Pietermaritzburg?

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

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

The starting price of a taxi in Pietermaritzburg is 21.0 ZAR. Each KM is then priced at 13.2 ZAR. If you need the driver to wait for you this will cost -1.0 ZAR per hour.

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