How much does a taxi cost in Warsaw?

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

How does the taxi fare calculation work in Warsaw?

To create a forecast of the expected taxi fare in Warsaw, we use the current Warsaw taxi rate. This rate was last set on 1 janvier 2024. The Warsaw 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 Warsaw using the taxi rate currently valid there. Of course, the start and destination addresses do not necessarily have to be located in Warsaw. We automatically find the correct rate.

What is the taxi rate in Warsaw?

The base fare is zł8.00, the per-kilometer fare is zł3.00. Standing and waiting time is charged at zł40.00 per hour. Additional surcharges may apply.

Taxi Rate Warsaw | Everything about the Warsaw Taxi Rate

Taxi Rate Warsaw
	Daytime ¹	Night ²
Base Fare	zł8.00	zł8.00
Price per Kilometer	zł3.00	zł4.50
Standing / Waiting Time	zł40.00 per hour	zł40.00 per hour
¹ Day rate valid: Monday to Saturday from 6:00 am to 10:00 pm. ² Night rate valid: Monday to Saturday from 10:00pm until 6:00am. Sunday all day.
Valid since 1 janvier 2024 Last checked 2025-02-07

The Warsaw Taxi Rate Explained Simply
Statistics on the Warsaw Taxi Rate
Is the Warsaw Taxi Rate from 2024 Still Current?

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1. The Warsaw Taxi Rate Explained Simply

Officially Set

The Warsaw taxi rate was officially set on 1 janvier 2024. In Poland, cab fares are set by the local authorities of the respective cities and municipalities. Prices can therefore vary depending on the region. The fares are usually made up of a basic fee and a price per kilometer. Official cabs are obliged to display their current fares on the rear side window on the passenger side, visible from the outside. They must also be equipped with functioning taximeters that are switched on during the journey.

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

The taxi tariff in Warschau is based on clear and straightforward rules. When you start a taxi ride, there is an initial base fare. During both day and night times, the base fare is 8.00 zł. This amount is charged at the beginning of every ride.

From Monday to Saturday, between 6:00 am and 10:00 pm, the daytime tariff applies. After the base fare, each kilometer you travel costs 3.00 zł. If the taxi is stopped or waiting, for example in traffic or at your request, there is a waiting time charge of 40.00 zł per hour.

The night tariff applies from Monday to Saturday between 10:00 pm and 6:00 am, as well as all day on Sundays. During this tariff period, each kilometer after the base fare costs 4.50 zł. The waiting time fee remains the same at 40.00 zł per hour.

Passengers in Warschau can expect their taxi fare to include the base fare, the cost per kilometer based on the time of day or night, and any waiting time charges if the car is not moving. The tariff structure is designed to be simple, so you can easily estimate your journey cost.

2. Statistics on the Warsaw Taxi Rate

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3. Is the Warsaw 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!