How much does a taxi cost in Kampala?

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

How does the taxi fare calculation work in Kampala?

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

Who sets the Kampala taxi rate?

Taxi tariffs in Uganda are officially set by cities or districts. The taxi tariff Kampala was last set in janvier 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.

What is the taxi rate in Kampala?

The base fare is UGX2,000, the per-kilometer fare is UGX1,500. Standing and waiting time is charged at UGX17,500 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 Kampala taxi rate. It is intended as a quick overview. For example, you can easily see the following:

10 kilometers by taxi in Kampala costs about UGX15,500
15 kilometers by taxi in Kampala costs about UGX23,000
20 kilometers by taxi in Kampala costs about UGX30,500
50 kilometers by taxi in Kampala costs about UGX75,500

Estimated Fare

1 km

UGX2,000

2 km

UGX3,500

3 km

UGX5,000

4 km

UGX6,500

5 km

UGX8,000

6 km

UGX9,500

7 km

UGX11,000

8 km

UGX12,500

9 km

UGX14,000

10 km

UGX15,500

Estimated Fare

11 km

UGX17,000

12 km

UGX18,500

13 km

UGX20,000

14 km

UGX21,500

15 km

UGX23,000

16 km

UGX24,500

17 km

UGX26,000

18 km

UGX27,500

19 km

UGX29,000

20 km

UGX30,500

Estimated Fare

21 km

UGX32,000

22 km

UGX33,500

23 km

UGX35,000

24 km

UGX36,500

25 km

UGX38,000

26 km

UGX39,500

27 km

UGX41,000

28 km

UGX42,500

29 km

UGX44,000

30 km

UGX45,500

Estimated Fare

35 km

UGX53,000

40 km

UGX60,500

45 km

UGX68,000

50 km

UGX75,500

60 km

UGX90,500

70 km

UGX105,500

80 km

UGX120,500

90 km

UGX135,500

100 km

UGX150,500

150 km

UGX225,500

Other distance:

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