Cardiff Taxi Price Calculator 2026

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Popular routes from Cardiff

Cardiff to Northumberland	623 GBP
Cardiff to Pontypridd	24 GBP
Cardiff to Chepstow Railway Station	57 GBP

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Cardiff taxi prices

In Cardiff, taxi fares are influenced by several factors.

Taxi price (2026)

Base fee (day)

2.8GBP

Price per KM

1.1 GBP

Waiting time per hour

15GBP

Calculation Example

Consider a trip from your hotel to the Cardiff 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 8.3 GBP.

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Cardiff taxi price - FAQ

How much is a taxi in Cardiff?

A 5km ride in Cardiff costs about 8.3 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 Cardiff?

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

What other ways are there to get around in Cardiff?

If you can’t find a taxi Cardiff 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 Cardiff?

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

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

The starting price of a taxi in Cardiff is 2.8 GBP. Each KM is then priced at 1.1 GBP. If you need the driver to wait for you this will cost 15.0 GBP per hour.

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