City of Austin Taxi Fare Information
The City of Austin regulates taxicab rates. These rates apply to all taxicab companies and all drivers. The current meter rate is $2.50 for the first 1/6 mile plus $0.40 for each additional 1/6 mile. Waiting time is $29.00 per hour.
By city ordinance, there is a minimum price for trips that orginate from Austin Bergstrom International Airport (ABIA). It is set at the value of a 4 mile trip (currently $13.10). Also per city ordinance, trips which originate at the airport are subject to a $1 surcharge. There is no additional charge for extra passengers. As many as four passengers may ride for the price of one passenger.
Please note: Drivers are independent contractors. They are not employed by a cab company; they work for themselves. Tips are at the discretion of the customer.
| Flag Pull (entry) for the first 1/6 mile : |
$ |
2.50 |
| Each additional 1/6 mile : |
$ |
0.40 |
| Rate per mile after 1st mile : |
$ |
2.40 |
| Wait time per minute : |
$ |
0.483 |
| Wait time per hour : |
$ |
29.00 |
| Minimum for Trips Orginating From Airport |
$ |
13.10 |
| Surcharge for trips originating from Austin Bergstrom International Airport : |
$ |
1.00 |
| |