El Salvador taxi prices
In El Salvador, taxi fares are influenced by several factors.
Taxi price (2026)
Base fee (day)
5USD
Price per KM
3 USD
Waiting time per hour
12.5USD
Calculation Example
Consider a trip from your hotel to the El Salvador 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 20 USD.
Popular taxi routes in El Salvador
| El Salvador International Airport ⟶ San Salvador | 30 USD |
| San Miguel ⟶ San Salvador | 267 USD |
| El Salvador International Airport ⟶ La Libertad | 35 USD |

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El Salvador taxi price - FAQ
How much is a taxi in El Salvador?
A 5km ride in El Salvador costs about 20 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 El Salvador?
You can stop a taxi on the street in El Salvador or use a ride hailing app. We recommend using an app in El Salvador as these services monitor the quality of the drivers and taxis on an ongoing basis.
What other ways are there to get around in El Salvador?
If you can’t find a taxi El Salvador 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 El Salvador?
Simply enter your starting point and destination at gobytaxi.co.uk. We’ll calculate the estimated price based on El Salvador taxi prices and your specific route. This will also work for destinations outside El Salvador.
What’s the price of Taxi in El Salvador per KM?
The starting price of a taxi in El Salvador is 5.0 USD. Each KM is then priced at 3.0 USD. If you need the driver to wait for you this will cost 12.5 USD per hour.
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