How much does a taxi cost in Melbourne?

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

How does the taxi fare calculation work in Melbourne?

To create a forecast of the expected taxi fare in Melbourne, we use the current Melbourne taxi rate. This rate was last set on September 23, 2024. The Melbourne 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 Melbourne using the taxi rate currently valid there. Of course, the start and destination addresses do not necessarily have to be located in Melbourne. We automatically find the correct rate.

What is the taxi rate in Melbourne?

The base fare is $5.10, the per-kilometer fare is $1.98. Standing and waiting time is charged at $41.64 per hour. Additional surcharges may apply.

Taxi Rate Melbourne | Everything about the Melbourne Taxi Rate

Taxi Rate Melbourne
	Daytime ¹	Night ²
Base Fare	$5.10	$6.35
Price per Kilometer	$1.98	$2.20
Standing / Waiting Time	$41.64 per hour	$46.26 per hour
⚠️ There are some special regulations More details
¹ Day rate valid: Daily from 5:00 am to 9:00 pm. ² Night rate valid: Every day between 9:00pm and 5:00am.
Valid since September 23, 2024 Last checked 2025-01-08

The Melbourne Taxi Rate Explained Simply
Statistics on the Melbourne Taxi Rate
Historical Development of the Melbourne Taxi Rate
Is the Melbourne Taxi Rate from 2024 Still Current?

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This Is How Much Your Taxi Ride Costs with the Melbourne Taxi Rate

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1. The Melbourne Taxi Rate Explained Simply

Officially Set

The Melbourne taxi rate was officially set on September 23, 2024. Taxi tariffs in Australia are officially set by cities or districts. The taxi tariff Melbourne was last set in September 2024 and published in the official tariff ordinance. It is binding for all taxis and taxi companies within the compulsory driving area and may not be exceeded or undercut. This is ensured by officially calibrated taximeters installed in the taxis.

How the fare is made up under the Melbourne taxi rate:

The Melbourne taxi tariff sets out how much passengers are charged for taxi rides in the city. The cost of a trip is made up of different parts: a base fare, a charge for the distance travelled, and a fee for any waiting time during the journey. The tariff changes depending on the time of day.

From 5:00 am to 9:00 pm each day, the base fare to start a taxi ride in Melbourne is $5.10. For every kilometer travelled after the start, the charge is $1.98 per kilometer. If the taxi waits or moves very slowly, such as in heavy traffic, waiting time is charged at $41.64 per hour.

Between 9:00 pm and 5:00 am, the night taxi tariff applies. The base fare during these hours is $6.35. After the ride begins, you will be charged $2.20 for every additional kilometer. The waiting time fee during the night period is $46.26 per hour.

In addition to these charges, there are some extra fees to be aware of. If you begin your taxi trip from the Melbourne airport rank, there is an extra fixed fee of $3.65. For electronic payments, the additional fee can be up to 5% of the total fare. All prices are in AUD, and the total fare for your trip will be a combination of these elements according to the Melbourne taxi tariff.

2. Statistics on the Melbourne Taxi Rate

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3. Historical Development of the Melbourne Taxi Rate

We currently have a total of 2 historical taxi rates for Melbourne in our database.
The oldest rate for Melbourne in our database dates from 2018.
Since then, the rate has been updated on average every 2,202 days.
The current taxi rate for Melbourne shown above was last updated on September 23, 2024 and has therefore been valid for 553 days.
Statistically speaking, the next update should take place in 1,649 days.

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The following chart shows the price development from 2018 to today. The calculation is based on a simple 8-kilometer ride during the day with 5 minutes of waiting time.

+22%

(+$4.42)

Overall Rate Development Since 2018

+2%

Average Annual Increase 2018-2026

4. Is the Melbourne Taxi Rate from 2024 Still Current?

We regularly review all taxi rates in our database by researching official publications (official gazettes or municipal regulations) as well as various online sources.

For most rates, we are also informed in advance by the rate-setting authority (city, district, municipality) or by taxi companies or taxi cooperatives, allowing us to include updates at an early stage.

Nevertheless, it can sometimes happen that we miss an update. If that is the case here and you know of a rate update, you can send us a short message via our contact form. We will take care of it as quickly as possible!

I last checked the taxi rate Melbourne 2025-01-08 on January 8, 2025.

This Is How Much Your Taxi Ride Costs with the Melbourne Taxi Rate

Simply enter your exact start and destination addresses to receive a realistic fare estimate based on the current Melbourne taxi rate.

Calculate Taxi Fare Now Using the Melbourne Taxi Rate

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