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George Town Taxi Price Calculator 2026

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Popular routes from George Town

George Town to Penang International Airport
40 MYR
George Town to Kuala Besut
1,065 MYR
George Town to Penang Hill
36 MYR
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George Town taxi prices

In George Town, taxi fares are influenced by several factors.

Taxi price (2026)

Base fee (day)
4MYR
Price per KM
3 MYR
Waiting time per hour
40MYR
Calculation Example

Consider a trip from your hotel to the George Town 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 19 MYR.

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George Town taxi price - FAQ

How much is a taxi in George Town?

A 5km ride in George Town costs about 19 MYR. 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 George Town?

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

What other ways are there to get around in George Town?

If you can’t find a taxi George Town 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 George Town?

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

What’s the price of Taxi in George Town per KM?

The starting price of a taxi in George Town is 4.0 MYR. Each KM is then priced at 3.0 MYR. If you need the driver to wait for you this will cost 40.0 MYR per hour.

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