How much does a taxi cost in Paramaribo?

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

How does the taxi fare calculation work in Paramaribo?

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

Who sets the Paramaribo taxi rate?

There is no uniform official regulation of cab fares in Suriname. Most cabs do not have taximeters, so fares are usually negotiated directly between the driver and passenger. In the capital Paramaribo, there are official cab companies with fixed fares, but many cabs are privately operated and have flexible prices. In addition to regular cabs, there are also shared cabs that operate fixed routes at lower prices. Passengers are advised to agree the fare before setting off to avoid misunderstandings.

What is the taxi rate in Paramaribo?

The base fare is $3.00, the per-kilometer fare is $2.50. Standing and waiting time is charged at $10.00 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 Paramaribo taxi rate. It is intended as a quick overview. For example, you can easily see the following:

10 kilometers by taxi in Paramaribo costs about $28.00
15 kilometers by taxi in Paramaribo costs about $40.50
20 kilometers by taxi in Paramaribo costs about $53.00
50 kilometers by taxi in Paramaribo costs about $128

Estimated Fare

1 km

$5.50

2 km

$8.00

3 km

$10.50

4 km

$13.00

5 km

$15.50

6 km

$18.00

7 km

$20.50

8 km

$23.00

9 km

$25.50

10 km

$28.00

Estimated Fare

11 km

$30.50

12 km

$33.00

13 km

$35.50

14 km

$38.00

15 km

$40.50

16 km

$43.00

17 km

$45.50

18 km

$48.00

19 km

$50.50

20 km

$53.00

Estimated Fare

21 km

$55.50

22 km

$58.00

23 km

$60.50

24 km

$63.00

25 km

$65.50

26 km

$68.00

27 km

$70.50

28 km

$73.00

29 km

$75.50

30 km

$78.00

Estimated Fare

35 km

$90.50

40 km

$103

45 km

$116

50 km

$128

60 km

$153

70 km

$178

80 km

$203

90 km

$228

100 km

$253

150 km

$378

Other distance:

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