How much does a taxi cost in Melbourne?

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

How does the taxi fare calculation work in Melbourne?

To create a forecast of the expected taxi fare in Melbourne, we use the current Melbourne taxi rate. This rate was last set on 23 septembre 2024. The Melbourne 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 Melbourne using the taxi rate currently valid there. Of course, the start and destination addresses do not necessarily have to be located in Melbourne. We automatically find the correct rate.

Who sets the Melbourne taxi rate?

Taxi tariffs in Australia are officially set by cities or districts. The taxi tariff Melbourne was last set in septembre 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 Melbourne?

The base fare is $5.10, the per-kilometer fare is $1.98. Standing and waiting time is charged at $41.64 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 Melbourne taxi rate. It is intended as a quick overview. For example, you can easily see the following:

10 kilometers by taxi in Melbourne costs about $24.90
15 kilometers by taxi in Melbourne costs about $34.80
20 kilometers by taxi in Melbourne costs about $44.70
50 kilometers by taxi in Melbourne costs about $104

Daytime

Night

1 km

$7.08

$8.55

2 km

$9.06

$10.75

3 km

$11.04

$12.95

4 km

$13.02

$15.15

5 km

$15.00

$17.35

6 km

$16.98

$19.55

7 km

$18.96

$21.75

8 km

$20.94

$23.95

9 km

$22.92

$26.15

10 km

$24.90

$28.35

Daytime

Night

11 km

$26.88

$30.55

12 km

$28.86

$32.75

13 km

$30.84

$34.95

14 km

$32.82

$37.15

15 km

$34.80

$39.35

16 km

$36.78

$41.55

17 km

$38.76

$43.75

18 km

$40.74

$45.95

19 km

$42.72

$48.15

20 km

$44.70

$50.35

Daytime

Night

21 km

$46.68

$52.55

22 km

$48.66

$54.75

23 km

$50.64

$56.95

24 km

$52.62

$59.15

25 km

$54.60

$61.35

26 km

$56.58

$63.55

27 km

$58.56

$65.75

28 km

$60.54

$67.95

29 km

$62.52

$70.15

30 km

$64.50

$72.35

Daytime

Night

35 km

$74.40

$83.35

40 km

$84.30

$94.35

45 km

$94.20

$105

50 km

$104

$116

60 km

$124

$138

70 km

$144

$160

80 km

$164

$182

90 km

$183

$204

100 km

$203

$226

150 km

$302

$336

Other distance:

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