How much does a taxi cost in Chennai?

The taxi fare in Chennai depends on various factors. These include the distance to be traveled, the journey duration, the taxi rate Chennai valid in Chennai, 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 Chennai within a few seconds.

How does the taxi fare calculation work in Chennai?

To create a forecast of the expected taxi fare in Chennai, we use the current Chennai taxi rate. This rate was last set on 1 janvier 2025. The Chennai 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 Chennai using the taxi rate currently valid there. Of course, the start and destination addresses do not necessarily have to be located in Chennai. We automatically find the correct rate.

Who sets the Chennai taxi rate?

Taxi tariffs in India are officially set by cities or districts. The taxi tariff Chennai was last set in janvier 2025 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 Chennai?

The base fare is Rs130, the per-kilometer fare is Rs25.00. Standing and waiting time is charged at Rs145 per hour. Additional surcharges may apply.

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1. Distance Table with Taxi Fares

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

10 kilometers by taxi in Chennai costs about Rs380
15 kilometers by taxi in Chennai costs about Rs505
20 kilometers by taxi in Chennai costs about Rs630
50 kilometers by taxi in Chennai costs about Rs1,380

Estimated Fare

1 km

Rs155

2 km

Rs180

3 km

Rs205

4 km

Rs230

5 km

Rs255

6 km

Rs280

7 km

Rs305

8 km

Rs330

9 km

Rs355

10 km

Rs380

Estimated Fare

11 km

Rs405

12 km

Rs430

13 km

Rs455

14 km

Rs480

15 km

Rs505

16 km

Rs530

17 km

Rs555

18 km

Rs580

19 km

Rs605

20 km

Rs630

Estimated Fare

21 km

Rs655

22 km

Rs680

23 km

Rs705

24 km

Rs730

25 km

Rs755

26 km

Rs780

27 km

Rs805

28 km

Rs830

29 km

Rs855

30 km

Rs880

Estimated Fare

35 km

Rs1,005

40 km

Rs1,130

45 km

Rs1,255

50 km

Rs1,380

60 km

Rs1,630

70 km

Rs1,880

80 km

Rs2,130

90 km

Rs2,380

100 km

Rs2,630

150 km

Rs3,880

Other distance:

Please note that these estimated prices only take into account the base fare and the respective distance under the Chennai 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.