How much does a taxi cost in Ottawa?

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

How does the taxi fare calculation work in Ottawa?

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

Who sets the Ottawa taxi rate?

Taxi tariffs in Canada are officially set by cities or districts. The taxi tariff Ottawa was last set in mars 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.

What is the taxi rate in Ottawa?

The base fare is $3.80, the per-kilometer fare is $2.10. Standing and waiting time is charged at $27.00 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 Ottawa taxi rate. It is intended as a quick overview. For example, you can easily see the following:

10 kilometers by taxi in Ottawa costs about $24.49
15 kilometers by taxi in Ottawa costs about $34.99
20 kilometers by taxi in Ottawa costs about $45.49
50 kilometers by taxi in Ottawa costs about $108

Estimated Fare

1 km

$5.59

2 km

$7.69

3 km

$9.79

4 km

$11.89

5 km

$13.99

6 km

$16.09

7 km

$18.19

8 km

$20.29

9 km

$22.39

10 km

$24.49

Estimated Fare

11 km

$26.59

12 km

$28.69

13 km

$30.79

14 km

$32.89

15 km

$34.99

16 km

$37.09

17 km

$39.19

18 km

$41.29

19 km

$43.39

20 km

$45.49

Estimated Fare

21 km

$47.59

22 km

$49.69

23 km

$51.79

24 km

$53.89

25 km

$55.99

26 km

$58.09

27 km

$60.19

28 km

$62.29

29 km

$64.39

30 km

$66.49

Estimated Fare

35 km

$76.99

40 km

$87.49

45 km

$97.99

50 km

$108

60 km

$129

70 km

$150

80 km

$171

90 km

$192

100 km

$213

150 km

$318

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