Estimate Taxi Fares in Burwood
Use our Burwood taxi fare calculator to get quick price estimates for rides in Burwood, Australia. Plan your trip with confidence and avoid surprises at the meter.
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Burwood Taxi Fares Explained
In Burwood, taxi fares follow the Victorian maximum unbooked taxi determination set by the Essential Services Commission, which most recently lifted charges by 2.8 percent from 23 September 2025. There are separate day, overnight and peak tariffs, so the same trip can cost more after dark or on weekend nights.
Metered rides are charged on a flagfall plus distance and time basis, with detention or duration rates for slow traffic. Extra items such as the CPV levy, CityLink and EastLink tolls, an airport rank fee, and a cleaning fee can be passed on, and a small non-cash payment surcharge applies when you pay by card.
About Taxis in Burwood 🚕
Burwood is an eastern suburb of Melbourne, home to Deakin University's Burwood campus, and taxis here are provided by the same fleets that serve the rest of the city, chiefly 13cabs (13 2227) and Silver Top Taxis (13 10 08). Passengers can hail from ranks, flag a cab, or book ahead by phone, the 13cabs app, or the websites of the operators.
The main gateway is Melbourne Airport at Tullamarine, roughly 35 to 38 kilometres from Burwood, a drive of about 35 to 40 minutes that attracts the airport rank fee and tolls. A typical metered ride from Burwood to the city centre is around 15 kilometres, and the airport has introduced booking kiosks that pre-book taxis for guaranteed fares.
Tips for Taxi Riders
- Always check if the meter is running before your ride starts.
- Carry small change in the local currency for convenience.
- Be aware of possible surcharges like night rides or airport fees.
- If traveling with friends, split the cost to save money.