Estimate Taxi Fares in Belfast
Use our Belfast taxi fare calculator to get quick price estimates for rides in Belfast, United Kingdom. Plan your trip with confidence and avoid surprises at the meter.
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Belfast Taxi Fares Explained
Belfast public hire taxis, mainly black cabs, have maximum fares set by the Department for Infrastructure. The meter runs on a tariff that depends on the time and day, with higher rates at night, weekends and public holidays.
Private hire taxis must be pre-booked and their fares are set by the company, not the government. Companies like Value Cabs and Fonacab use apps and phone dispatch, and their prices can differ from the public hire maximum.
Fares are based on distance and waiting time, not a flat city-wide rate. A typical 5km ride in Belfast costs around £11 to £13 during standard hours, depending on traffic and route.
About Taxis in Belfast 🚕
Belfast has two main taxi types: public hire black taxis that can be hailed at ranks or on the street, and private hire taxis that must be booked in advance. Major private hire firms include Value Cabs, Fonacab, City Cab and Uber, which operate across the city.
Belfast International Airport (BFS) is about 30 km from the city centre, and a taxi journey takes 30 to 40 minutes. George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) is only 5 km from the centre, with trips taking about 10 to 15 minutes.
Popular routes include city centre to Titanic Belfast, Queen's University, and the Cathedral Quarter. Fares from BFS to the centre typically cost £35 to £45, while BHD to the centre costs about £10 to £15.