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Kota Kinabalu Taxi Price Calculator 2026

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Popular routes from Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu to Papar
74 MYR
Kota Kinabalu to Kota Kinabalu International Airport
13 MYR
Kota Kinabalu to Tuaran
107 MYR
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Kota Kinabalu taxi prices

In Kota Kinabalu, taxi fares are influenced by several factors.

Taxi price (2026)

Base fee (day)
4.7MYR
Price per KM
2 MYR
Waiting time per hour
23.3MYR
Calculation Example

Consider a trip from your hotel to the Kota Kinabalu 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 14.7 MYR.

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Kota Kinabalu taxi price - FAQ

How much is a taxi in Kota Kinabalu?

A 5km ride in Kota Kinabalu costs about 14.7 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 Kota Kinabalu?

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

What other ways are there to get around in Kota Kinabalu?

If you can’t find a taxi Kota Kinabalu 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 Kota Kinabalu?

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

What’s the price of Taxi in Kota Kinabalu per KM?

The starting price of a taxi in Kota Kinabalu is 4.7 MYR. Each KM is then priced at 2.0 MYR. If you need the driver to wait for you this will cost 23.3 MYR per hour.

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