How much does a taxi cost in Kyoto?

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

How does the taxi fare calculation work in Kyoto?

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

What is the taxi rate in Kyoto?

The base fare is ¥600, the per-kilometer fare is ¥193. Standing and waiting time is charged at ¥2,560 per hour. Additional surcharges may apply.

Taxi Rate Kyoto | Everything about the Kyoto Taxi Rate

Taxi Rate Kyoto
	Daytime ¹	Night ²
Base Fare	¥600 incl. 2.0 km	¥720 incl. 2.0 km
Price per Kilometer	¥193	¥231
Standing / Waiting Time	¥2,560 per hour	¥2,560 per hour
¹ Day rate valid: Daily from 5:00 am to 11:00 pm. ² Night rate valid: Every day between 11:00pm and 5:00am.
Valid since 1 janvier 2025 Last checked 2025-03-05

The Kyoto Taxi Rate Explained Simply
Statistics on the Kyoto Taxi Rate
Is the Kyoto Taxi Rate from 2025 Still Current?

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This Is How Much Your Taxi Ride Costs with the Kyoto Taxi Rate

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1. The Kyoto Taxi Rate Explained Simply

Officially Set

The Kyoto taxi rate was officially set on 1 janvier 2025. Taxi tariffs in Japan are officially set by cities or districts. The taxi tariff Kyoto 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.

How the fare is made up under the Kyoto taxi rate:

The Kyoto taxi tariff sets out how fares are calculated for all taxi journeys within the city. The fare structure is clear and easy to follow, with different rates applying during daytime and nighttime hours.

During the day, from 5:00 am to 11:00 pm, the base fare for a taxi ride is ¥600. This base fare covers the first 2.00 km of your journey. If you travel beyond 2.00 km, each additional kilometer is charged at ¥192.77. This means you will pay ¥600 for any trip up to 2.00 km, and then pay the extra amount for each additional kilometer after that.

At night, from 11:00 pm to 5:00 am, the taxi tariff is slightly different. The base fare during these hours is ¥720, covering the first 2.00 km. For any distance over 2.00 km at night, each additional kilometer is charged at ¥231.32.

In both daytime and nighttime periods, if the taxi is waiting or is caught in traffic, a waiting time charge applies. This is set at ¥2560 per hour, which is calculated and added to the fare based on how long the vehicle remains stationary or moves very slowly.

This tariff ensures that all passengers in Kyoto can easily understand how much they will pay for a taxi ride, depending on the time of day, distance traveled, and any waiting time during the journey.

2. Statistics on the Kyoto Taxi Rate

Rank 9

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the most expensive taxi rates in Japan

3. Is the Kyoto Taxi Rate from 2025 Still Current?

We regularly review all taxi rates in our database by researching official publications (official gazettes or municipal regulations) as well as various online sources.

For most rates, we are also informed in advance by the rate-setting authority (city, district, municipality) or by taxi companies or taxi cooperatives, allowing us to include updates at an early stage.

Nevertheless, it can sometimes happen that we miss an update. If that is the case here and you know of a rate update, you can send us a short message via our contact form. We will take care of it as quickly as possible!