United Kingdom Taxi Price Calculator 2026

Input route. Check taxi price. Avoid Overpaying.

Popular routes in the United Kingdom

Leeds to Bradford	35 GBP
Durham to Newcastle Upon Tyne	50 GBP
Ryde to Ventnor	34 GBP

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United Kingdom taxi prices

In United Kingdom, taxi fares are influenced by several factors.

Taxi price (2026)

Base fee (day)

4.9GBP

Price per KM

1.7 GBP

Waiting time per hour

28.8GBP

Calculation Example

Consider a trip from your hotel to the United Kingdom 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 13.4 GBP.

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United Kingdom taxi price - FAQ

How much is a taxi in United Kingdom?

A 5km ride in United Kingdom costs about 13.4 GBP. 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 United Kingdom?

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

What other ways are there to get around in United Kingdom?

If you can’t find a taxi United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom?

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

What’s the price of Taxi in United Kingdom per KM?

The starting price of a taxi in United Kingdom is 4.9 GBP. Each KM is then priced at 1.7 GBP. If you need the driver to wait for you this will cost 28.8 GBP per hour.

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