How much does a taxi cost in Des Moines?

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

How does the taxi fare calculation work in Des Moines?

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

Who sets the Des Moines taxi rate?

Taxi tariffs in the United States of America are officially set by cities or districts. The taxi tariff Des Moines was last set in janvier 2025 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.

What is the taxi rate in Des Moines?

The base fare is $2.00, the per-kilometer fare is $1.25. Standing and waiting time is charged at $32.24 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 Des Moines taxi rate. It is intended as a quick overview. For example, you can easily see the following:

10 miles by taxi in Des Moines costs about $22.10
15 miles by taxi in Des Moines costs about $32.15
20 miles by taxi in Des Moines costs about $42.20
50 miles by taxi in Des Moines costs about $103

Estimated Fare

1 mi

$4.01

2 mi

$6.02

3 mi

$8.03

4 mi

$10.04

5 mi

$12.05

6 mi

$14.06

7 mi

$16.07

8 mi

$18.08

9 mi

$20.09

10 mi

$22.10

Estimated Fare

11 mi

$24.11

12 mi

$26.12

13 mi

$28.13

14 mi

$30.14

15 mi

$32.15

16 mi

$34.16

17 mi

$36.17

18 mi

$38.18

19 mi

$40.19

20 mi

$42.20

Estimated Fare

21 mi

$44.21

22 mi

$46.22

23 mi

$48.23

24 mi

$50.24

25 mi

$52.25

26 mi

$54.26

27 mi

$56.27

28 mi

$58.28

29 mi

$60.29

30 mi

$62.30

Estimated Fare

35 mi

$72.35

40 mi

$82.40

45 mi

$92.45

50 mi

$103

60 mi

$123

70 mi

$143

80 mi

$163

90 mi

$183

100 mi

$203

150 mi

$304

Other distance:

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