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Santa Monica Taxi Price Calculator 2026

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Popular routes from Santa Monica

Santa Monica to Santa Monica Pier
4 USD
Santa Monica to Lake Elsinore
224 USD
Santa Monica to Burbank
64 USD
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Santa Monica taxi prices

In Santa Monica, taxi fares are influenced by several factors.

Taxi price (2026)

Base fee (day)
4USD
Price per KM
1.7 USD
Waiting time per hour
29.2USD
Calculation Example

Consider a trip from your hotel to the Santa Monica 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 12.5 USD.

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Santa Monica taxi price - FAQ

How much is a taxi in Santa Monica?

A 5km ride in Santa Monica costs about 12.5 USD. 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 Santa Monica?

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

What other ways are there to get around in Santa Monica?

If you can’t find a taxi Santa Monica 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 Santa Monica?

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

What’s the price of Taxi in Santa Monica per KM?

The starting price of a taxi in Santa Monica is 4.0 USD. Each KM is then priced at 1.7 USD. If you need the driver to wait for you this will cost 29.2 USD per hour.

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