How much does a taxi cost in Philadelphia?

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

How does the taxi fare calculation work in Philadelphia?

To create a forecast of the expected taxi fare in Philadelphia, we use the current Philadelphia taxi rate. This rate was last set on October 1, 2022. The Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia using the taxi rate currently valid there. Of course, the start and destination addresses do not necessarily have to be located in Philadelphia. We automatically find the correct rate.

What is the taxi rate in Philadelphia?

The base fare is $2.70, the per-kilometer fare is $1.56. Standing and waiting time is charged at $24.00 per hour. Additional surcharges may apply.

Taxi Rate Philadelphia | Everything about the Philadelphia Taxi Rate

Taxi Rate Philadelphia
Base Fare	$2.70
Price per Mile	$2.51
Standing / Waiting Time	$24.00 per hour
Valid since October 1, 2022 Last checked 2022-10-07

The Philadelphia Taxi Rate Explained Simply
Statistics on the Philadelphia Taxi Rate
Is the Philadelphia Taxi Rate from 2022 Still Current?

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

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1. The Philadelphia Taxi Rate Explained Simply

Officially Set

The Philadelphia taxi rate was officially set on October 1, 2022. Taxi tariffs in the United States of America are officially set by cities or districts. The taxi tariff Philadelphia was last set in October 2022 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 Philadelphia taxi rate:

The Philadelphia taxi tariff sets the prices that passengers pay for taxi rides in the city. Understanding how fares are calculated helps passengers know what to expect when using taxi services.

When you enter a taxi in Philadelphia, there is a base fare of $2.70. This base fare is the starting amount you pay as soon as your ride begins. After the base fare, you are charged for the distance you travel. For every kilometer, there is a charge of $1.56. The price per kilometer applies for all distances of your trip.

If your taxi is stopped in traffic or waiting, there is an additional charge for waiting time. The cost of waiting time is $24.00 per hour. This means if the taxi is not moving but you are still occupying it, this rate will be added to your total fare based on the amount of waiting time.

In summary, your taxi fare in Philadelphia is made up of the base fare, the distance you travel charged per kilometer, and any waiting time. This clear structure helps make it easy for passengers to understand how their total fare is calculated before, during, and after their trip.

2. Statistics on the Philadelphia Taxi Rate

Rank 139

of 186

the most expensive taxi rates in United States of America

3. Is the Philadelphia Taxi Rate from 2022 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!