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Cape Town Taxi Price Calculator 2024

Input route. Check taxi price. Avoid Overpaying.

Cape Town taxi prices

In Cape Town, taxi fares are influenced by several factors.

Taxi price (2024)

Base fee (day)
20ZAR
Price per KM
12 ZAR
Waiting time per hour
37.5ZAR
Calculation Example

Consider a trip from your hotel to the Cape Town city centre, covering a distance of 5 km. If you travel during the day and have one piece of luggage, your total fare will be 80 ZAR.

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35A Arnold St, Observatory, Cape Town, 7925, South Africa
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1 Plein St, Woodstock, Cape Town, 7915, South Africa
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Cape Town taxi price - FAQ

How much is a taxi in Cape Town?
A 5km ride in Cape Town costs about 80 ZAR. Enter your route to get a more accurate price. In general the price is affected by several factors including the route length and the driver’s waiting time.
How do I order a taxi in Cape Town?
You can stop a taxi on the street in Cape Town or use a ride hailing app. We recommend using an app in Cape Town as these services monitor the quality of the drivers and taxis on an ongoing basis.
What other ways are there to get around in Cape Town?
If you can’t find a taxi Cape Town or the price is too high you can always take a bus, rent a scooter, a bicycle or a car. Walking is also a great option if it’s a short distance and the weather suits.
How do I calculate the taxi price in Cape Town?
Simply enter your starting point and destination at gobytaxi.co.uk. We’ll calculate the estimated price based on Cape Town taxi prices and your specific route. This will also work for destinations outside Cape Town.
What’s the price of Taxi in Cape Town per KM?
The starting price of a taxi in Cape Town is 20.0 ZAR. Each KM is then priced at 12.0 ZAR. If you need the driver to wait for you this will cost 37.5 ZAR per hour.

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