How much does a taxi cost in Guatemala City?

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

How does the taxi fare calculation work in Guatemala City?

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

Who sets the Guatemala City taxi rate?

In Guatemala, cab fares are not regulated uniformly throughout the country. In the capital Guatemala City there are official cabs with taximeters, but many drivers do not switch them on, which is why it is advisable to agree the fare before setting off. In other cities and rural areas, prices are usually negotiated freely between driver and passenger. In addition to the official cabs, there are also many informal cabs, which often offer cheaper but unregulated fares. Passengers are advised to agree on a price before the journey in order to avoid misunderstandings.

What is the taxi rate in Guatemala City?

The base fare is Q30.00, the per-kilometer fare is Q4.75. Standing and waiting time is charged at Q120 per hour. Additional surcharges may apply.

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1. Distance Table with Taxi Fares

Here is a simple price-distance table for rides using the Guatemala City taxi rate. It is intended as a quick overview. For example, you can easily see the following:

10 kilometers by taxi in Guatemala City costs about Q77.50
15 kilometers by taxi in Guatemala City costs about Q101
20 kilometers by taxi in Guatemala City costs about Q125
50 kilometers by taxi in Guatemala City costs about Q268

Estimated Fare

1 km

Q34.75

2 km

Q39.50

3 km

Q44.25

4 km

Q49.00

5 km

Q53.75

6 km

Q58.50

7 km

Q63.25

8 km

Q68.00

9 km

Q72.75

10 km

Q77.50

Estimated Fare

11 km

Q82.25

12 km

Q87.00

13 km

Q91.75

14 km

Q96.50

15 km

Q101

16 km

Q106

17 km

Q111

18 km

Q116

19 km

Q120

20 km

Q125

Estimated Fare

21 km

Q130

22 km

Q135

23 km

Q139

24 km

Q144

25 km

Q149

26 km

Q154

27 km

Q158

28 km

Q163

29 km

Q168

30 km

Q173

Estimated Fare

35 km

Q196

40 km

Q220

45 km

Q244

50 km

Q268

60 km

Q315

70 km

Q363

80 km

Q410

90 km

Q458

100 km

Q505

150 km

Q743

Other distance:

Please note that these estimated prices only take into account the base fare and the respective distance under the Guatemala City taxi rate. Traffic-related standing or waiting time is not included here. If you would like route-based estimated prices for rides using this or other taxi rates, it is best to use our individual fare calculation via the form at the top of this page.