Cornwall Taxi - Fares & Prices 2026

Popular routes from St Austell

St Austell to Newquay Cornwall Airport	45 GBP
St Austell to Truro	41 GBP
St Austell to Bigbury On Sea	160 GBP

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Cornwall taxi prices

In Cornwall, 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 Cornwall 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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Cornwall taxi price - FAQ

How much is a taxi in Cornwall?

A 5km ride in Cornwall 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 Cornwall?

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

What other ways are there to get around in Cornwall?

If you can’t find a taxi Cornwall 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 Cornwall?

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

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

The starting price of a taxi in Cornwall 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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