How much does a taxi cost in Peking?

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

How does the taxi fare calculation work in Peking?

To create a forecast of the expected taxi fare in Peking, we use the current Peking taxi rate. This rate was last set on June 18, 2019. The Peking 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 Peking using the taxi rate currently valid there. Of course, the start and destination addresses do not necessarily have to be located in Peking. We automatically find the correct rate.

What is the taxi rate in Peking?

The base fare is ¥14.00, the per-kilometer fare is ¥3.45 - ¥2.30. Standing and waiting time is charged at ¥34.50 per hour. Additional surcharges may apply.

Taxi Rate Peking | Everything about the Peking Taxi Rate

Taxi Rate Peking
	Daytime ¹	Night ²
Base Fare	¥14.00 incl. 3.0 km	¥16.60 incl. 3.0 km
Price per Kilometer	kilometers 1–12: ¥2.30Then every km ¥3.45	kilometers 1–12: ¥2.76Then every km ¥3.45
Standing / Waiting Time	¥34.50 per hour	¥37.50 per hour
¹ Day rate valid: Daily from 5:00 am to 11:00 pm. ² Night rate valid: Every day between 11:00pm and 5:00am.
Valid since June 18, 2019 Last checked 2025-01-14

The Peking Taxi Rate Explained Simply
Statistics on the Peking Taxi Rate
Is the Peking Taxi Rate from 2019 Still Current?

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1. The Peking Taxi Rate Explained Simply

Officially Set

The Peking taxi rate was officially set on June 18, 2019. Taxi tariffs in China are officially set by cities or districts. The taxi tariff Peking was last set in June 2019 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 Peking taxi rate:

The taxi tariff in Peking operates with different charges for daytime and nighttime. During the day, from 5:00 am to 11:00 pm, the base fare is ¥14.00. This base fare covers the first 3.00 kilometers of your journey. For any distance up to 12 kilometers during the day, each additional kilometer after the base distance is charged at ¥2.30. If your ride is longer than 12 kilometers, the price for each further kilometer is ¥3.45. If the taxi is stuck in traffic or waiting, the fee is ¥34.50 per hour during the daytime.

At night, from 11:00 pm to 5:00 am, the tariff changes slightly. The base fare is ¥16.60, which also includes the first 3.00 kilometers of travel. For trips up to 12 kilometers, every additional kilometer after the base distance costs ¥2.76. If the total distance exceeds 12 kilometers, the charge for each further kilometer is ¥3.45. The waiting fee at night is ¥37.50 per hour.

When you take a taxi in Peking, your fare will be calculated based on these steps: the meter starts with the base fare, covering the initial 3.00 kilometers. Additional distance is then charged at the relevant per-kilometer rate, depending on whether your journey is during the day or at night, and on the overall length of your trip. If there is waiting time or heavy traffic, extra charges will apply at the hourly waiting rate.

Understanding this fare structure helps passengers know how their taxi fare in Peking is determined. All prices are calculated in CNY (¥), so passengers can easily track the cost of their journey according to the time of day, distance, and any waiting time.

2. Statistics on the Peking Taxi Rate

Rank 24

of 33

the most expensive taxi rates in China

3. Is the Peking Taxi Rate from 2019 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!