Port Moresby Taxi Price Calculator 2026

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Popular routes from Port Moresby

Port Moresby to Port Moresby District	334 PGK
Port Moresby to Lae, Lae District, Morobe, Momase Region, Papua New Guinea	6,861 PGK
Port Moresby to Jacksons International Airport	88 PGK

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Port Moresby taxi prices

In Port Moresby, taxi fares are influenced by several factors.

Taxi price (2026)

Base fee (day)

20PGK

Price per KM

6 PGK

Waiting time per hour

50PGK

Calculation Example

Consider a trip from your hotel to the Port Moresby 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 50 PGK.

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Port Moresby taxi price - FAQ

How much is a taxi in Port Moresby?

A 5km ride in Port Moresby costs about 50 PGK. 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 Port Moresby?

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

What other ways are there to get around in Port Moresby?

If you can’t find a taxi Port Moresby 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 Port Moresby?

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

What’s the price of Taxi in Port Moresby per KM?

The starting price of a taxi in Port Moresby is 20.0 PGK. Each KM is then priced at 6.0 PGK. If you need the driver to wait for you this will cost 50.0 PGK per hour.

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