How much does a taxi cost in London?

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

How does the taxi fare calculation work in London?

To create a forecast of the expected taxi fare in London, we use the current London taxi rate. This rate was last set on 20 avril 2024. The London 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 London using the taxi rate currently valid there. Of course, the start and destination addresses do not necessarily have to be located in London. We automatically find the correct rate.

What is the taxi rate in London?

The base fare is £3.80, the per-kilometer fare is £2.84 - £2.34. Standing and waiting time is charged at £38.00 per hour. Additional surcharges may apply.

Taxi Rate London | Everything about the London Taxi Rate

Taxi Rate London
	Daytime ¹	Night ²
Base Fare	£3.80	£3.80
Price per Mile	miles 1–6: £3.77Then every mile £4.57	miles 1–6: £4.83Then every mile £4.57
Standing / Waiting Time	£38.00 per hour	£38.00 per hour
¹ Day rate valid: Daily from 5:00 am to 10:00 pm. ² Night rate valid: Every day between 10:00pm and 5:00am.
Valid since 20 avril 2024 Last checked 2024-10-13

The London Taxi Rate Explained Simply
Statistics on the London Taxi Rate
Historical Development of the London Taxi Rate
Is the London Taxi Rate from 2024 Still Current?

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

Simply enter your exact start and destination addresses to receive a realistic fare estimate based on the current London taxi rate.

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1. The London Taxi Rate Explained Simply

Officially Set

The London taxi rate was officially set on 20 avril 2024. Taxi tariffs in Great Britain are officially set by cities or districts. The taxi tariff London was last set in avril 2024 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 London taxi rate:

The London taxi tariff sets out the fares for all licensed taxi rides in the city. The fare for your journey depends on the time of day, the distance travelled, and how long the journey takes. There are two main time periods: day and night.

During the day, from 5:00 am to 10:00 pm, every trip starts with a base fare of £3.80. For the first 10 kilometres, you are charged £2.34 per kilometre. If your journey goes beyond 10 kilometres, each additional kilometre costs £2.84. If the taxi is stationary or moving slowly, a waiting time charge of £38.00 per hour applies.

At night, from 10:00 pm to 5:00 am, the London taxi tariff also starts with a base fare of £3.80. For the first 10 kilometres, the cost is £3.00 per kilometre. After 10 kilometres, the rate per kilometre is £2.84, the same as during the day. The waiting time charge at night is £38.00 per hour, just like during the day.

Taxi drivers calculate the total fare based on the base fare, the distance travelled at the current rate, and any waiting time if the journey is delayed. This fare structure ensures passengers have a clear understanding of how much their journey will cost based on the London taxi tariff and their specific travel details.

2. Statistics on the London Taxi Rate

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3. Historical Development of the London Taxi Rate

We currently have a total of 2 historical taxi rates for London in our database.
The oldest rate for London in our database dates from 2018.
Since then, the rate has been updated on average every 2,023 days.
The current taxi rate for London shown above was last updated on 20 avril 2024 and has therefore been valid for 700 days.
Statistically speaking, the next update should take place in 1,323 days.

Update
expected in
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The following chart shows the price development from 2018 to today. The calculation is based on a simple 8-kilometer ride during the day with 5 minutes of waiting time.

+34%

(+£6.51)

Overall Rate Development Since 2018

+3%

Average Annual Increase 2018-2026

4. Is the London Taxi Rate from 2024 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!

I last checked the taxi rate London 2024-10-13 on 13 octobre 2024.

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

Simply enter your exact start and destination addresses to receive a realistic fare estimate based on the current London taxi rate.

Calculate Taxi Fare Now Using the London Taxi Rate

Everything about the London Taxi Rate

Taxi Rate London

Contents

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

1. The London Taxi Rate Explained Simply

Officially Set

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

2. Statistics on the London Taxi Rate

3. Historical Development of the London Taxi Rate

4. Is the London Taxi Rate from 2024 Still Current?

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