How much does a taxi cost in Calgary?

The taxi fare in Calgary depends on various factors. These include the distance to be traveled, the journey duration, the taxi rate Calgary valid in Calgary, and possibly the time of day. Based on these components, the taxi fare can be calculated. So that you do not have to do this manually, we offer you the option of calculating it for you free of charge. Simply enter the start and destination addresses of your desired taxi ride into the form above. We will take care of the rest and calculate an estimated price for your desired taxi ride in Calgary within a few seconds.

How does the taxi fare calculation work in Calgary?

To create a forecast of the expected taxi fare in Calgary, we use the current Calgary taxi rate. This rate was last set on 11 mai 2022. The Calgary taxi rate consists of a base fare, various per-kilometer charges, and a time-dependent component for standing and waiting time. Based on the entered start and destination addresses, we first determine the shortest taxi route between these two points. We then use the resulting distance and estimated travel time to calculate an estimated price for your upcoming taxi ride in Calgary using the taxi rate currently valid there. Of course, the start and destination addresses do not necessarily have to be located in Calgary. We automatically find the correct rate.

Who sets the Calgary taxi rate?

Taxi tariffs in Canada are officially set by cities or districts. The taxi tariff Calgary was last set in mai 2022 and published in the official tariff ordinance. It is binding for all taxis and taxi companies within the compulsory driving area and may not be exceeded or undercut. This is ensured by officially calibrated taximeters installed in the taxis.

What is the taxi rate in Calgary?

The base fare is $4.50, the per-kilometer fare is $1.91. Standing and waiting time is charged at $38.00 per hour. Additional surcharges may apply.

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Using the currently valid Taxi Rate Calgary from 2022

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1. Distance Table with Taxi Fares

Here is a simple price-distance table for rides using the Calgary taxi rate. It is intended as a quick overview. For example, you can easily see the following:

10 kilometers by taxi in Calgary costs about $23.60
15 kilometers by taxi in Calgary costs about $33.15
20 kilometers by taxi in Calgary costs about $42.70
50 kilometers by taxi in Calgary costs about $100

Estimated Fare

1 km

$6.41

2 km

$8.32

3 km

$10.23

4 km

$12.14

5 km

$14.05

6 km

$15.96

7 km

$17.87

8 km

$19.78

9 km

$21.69

10 km

$23.60

Estimated Fare

11 km

$25.51

12 km

$27.42

13 km

$29.33

14 km

$31.24

15 km

$33.15

16 km

$35.06

17 km

$36.97

18 km

$38.88

19 km

$40.79

20 km

$42.70

Estimated Fare

21 km

$44.61

22 km

$46.52

23 km

$48.43

24 km

$50.34

25 km

$52.25

26 km

$54.16

27 km

$56.07

28 km

$57.98

29 km

$59.89

30 km

$61.80

Estimated Fare

35 km

$71.35

40 km

$80.90

45 km

$90.45

50 km

$100

60 km

$119

70 km

$138

80 km

$157

90 km

$176

100 km

$196

150 km

$291

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Please note that these estimated prices only take into account the base fare and the respective distance under the Calgary taxi rate. Traffic-related standing or waiting time is not included here. If you would like route-based estimated prices for rides using this or other taxi rates, it is best to use our individual fare calculation via the form at the top of this page.