How much does a taxi cost in Kingston?

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

How does the taxi fare calculation work in Kingston?

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

Who sets the Kingston taxi rate?

There is no standardized official regulation of cab fares in Jamaica. Official cabs can be recognized by red license plates with the marking 'PPV' (Public Passenger Vehicle). These cabs have fixed fares for certain routes, but taximeters are not widespread. In many cases, passengers have to negotiate the price directly with the driver. In addition to regular cabs, there are route cabs that serve fixed routes and have cheaper, state-regulated prices. In tourist areas, fares are often higher and negotiable. It is recommended to agree on the fare before starting the journey to avoid misunderstandings.

What is the taxi rate in Kingston?

The base fare is J$175, the per-kilometer fare is J$500. Standing and waiting time is charged at J$724 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 Kingston taxi rate. It is intended as a quick overview. For example, you can easily see the following:

10 kilometers by taxi in Kingston costs about J$5,175
15 kilometers by taxi in Kingston costs about J$7,675
20 kilometers by taxi in Kingston costs about J$10,175
50 kilometers by taxi in Kingston costs about J$25,175

Estimated Fare

1 km

J$675

2 km

J$1,175

3 km

J$1,675

4 km

J$2,175

5 km

J$2,675

6 km

J$3,175

7 km

J$3,675

8 km

J$4,175

9 km

J$4,675

10 km

J$5,175

Estimated Fare

11 km

J$5,675

12 km

J$6,175

13 km

J$6,675

14 km

J$7,175

15 km

J$7,675

16 km

J$8,175

17 km

J$8,675

18 km

J$9,175

19 km

J$9,675

20 km

J$10,175

Estimated Fare

21 km

J$10,675

22 km

J$11,175

23 km

J$11,675

24 km

J$12,175

25 km

J$12,675

26 km

J$13,175

27 km

J$13,675

28 km

J$14,175

29 km

J$14,675

30 km

J$15,175

Estimated Fare

35 km

J$17,675

40 km

J$20,175

45 km

J$22,675

50 km

J$25,175

60 km

J$30,175

70 km

J$35,175

80 km

J$40,175

90 km

J$45,175

100 km

J$50,175

150 km

J$75,175

Other distance:

Please note that these estimated prices only take into account the base fare and the respective distance under the Kingston 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.