South Africa

South Africa Taxi Price Calculator 2024

Input route. Check taxi price. Avoid Overpaying.

Popular routes in South Africa

Durban to Pietermaritzburg
766 ZAR
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20,945 ZAR
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South Africa taxi prices

In South Africa, 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 South Africa 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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South Africa taxi price - FAQ

How much is a taxi in South Africa?
A 5km ride in South Africa 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 South Africa?
You can stop a taxi on the street in South Africa or use a ride hailing app. We recommend using an app in South Africa as these services monitor the quality of the drivers and taxis on an ongoing basis.
What other ways are there to get around in South Africa?
If you can’t find a taxi South Africa 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 South Africa?
Simply enter your starting point and destination at gobytaxi.co.uk. We’ll calculate the estimated price based on South Africa taxi prices and your specific route. This will also work for destinations outside South Africa.
What’s the price of Taxi in South Africa per KM?
The starting price of a taxi in South Africa 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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