Edinburgh Taxi Price Calculator 2026

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Popular routes from Edinburgh

Edinburgh to Melville Castle Hotel	16 GBP
Edinburgh to Montrose	193 GBP
Edinburgh to Dunblane	94 GBP

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Edinburgh taxi prices

In Edinburgh, taxi fares are influenced by several factors.

Taxi price (2026)

Base fee (day)

3GBP

Price per KM

1.4 GBP

Waiting time per hour

24GBP

Calculation Example

Consider a trip from your hotel to the Edinburgh 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 10 GBP.

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Edinburgh taxi price - FAQ

How much is a taxi in Edinburgh?

A 5km ride in Edinburgh costs about 10 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 Edinburgh?

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

What other ways are there to get around in Edinburgh?

If you can’t find a taxi Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh?

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

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

The starting price of a taxi in Edinburgh is 3.0 GBP. Each KM is then priced at 1.4 GBP. If you need the driver to wait for you this will cost 24.0 GBP per hour.

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