How much does a taxi cost in Portland?

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

How does the taxi fare calculation work in Portland?

To create a forecast of the expected taxi fare in Portland, we use the current Portland taxi rate. This rate was last set on January 1, 2024. The Portland 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 Portland using the taxi rate currently valid there. Of course, the start and destination addresses do not necessarily have to be located in Portland. We automatically find the correct rate.

What is the taxi rate in Portland?

The base fare is $5.00, the per-kilometer fare is $1.88. Standing and waiting time is charged at $24.00 per hour. Additional surcharges may apply.

Taxi Rate Portland | Everything about the Portland Taxi Rate

Taxi Rate Portland
Base Fare	$5.00 incl. 0.2 n/a
Price per Mile	$3.03
Standing / Waiting Time	$24.00 per hour
Valid since January 1, 2024 Last checked 2025-01-24

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

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

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1. The Portland Taxi Rate Explained Simply

Officially Set

The Portland taxi rate was officially set on January 1, 2024. Taxi tariffs in the United States of America are officially set by cities or districts. The taxi tariff Portland was last set in January 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 Portland taxi rate:

The taxi tariff in Portland sets out how fares are calculated for a ride. When you start your trip, there is a base fare of $5.00. This base fare covers the first 0.16 kilometers of your journey.

After you have traveled 0.16 kilometers, every additional kilometer is charged at $1.88. This rate applies to all distances after the first 0.16 kilometers covered by the base fare. The longer you travel, the more you will pay based on the price per kilometer.

If the taxi is stopped or moving very slowly, for example in traffic or while waiting for you, there is a waiting time charge. The waiting time is charged at $24.00 per hour. This ensures that the driver is compensated for their time even if the vehicle is not moving.

The Portland taxi tariff ensures that passengers know exactly how their fare is calculated. The total fare at the end of your trip is made up of the base fare, the cost for the kilometers traveled, and any waiting time. This structure helps passengers understand the cost of their journey in a clear and straightforward way.

2. Statistics on the Portland Taxi Rate

Rank 70

of 186

the most expensive taxi rates in United States of America

3. Historical Development of the Portland Taxi Rate

We currently have a total of 2 historical taxi rates for Portland in our database.
The oldest rate for Portland in our database dates from 2012.
Since then, the rate has been updated on average every 4,383 days.
The current taxi rate for Portland shown above was last updated on January 1, 2024 and has therefore been valid for 816 days.
Statistically speaking, the next update should take place in 3,567 days.

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The following chart shows the price development from 2012 to today. The calculation is based on a simple 8-kilometer ride during the day with 5 minutes of waiting time.

+24%

(+$4.26)

Overall Rate Development Since 2012

+1%

Average Annual Increase 2012-2026

4. Is the Portland 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 Portland 2025-01-24 on January 24, 2025.

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

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

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