Estimate Taxi Fares in Calgary
Use our Calgary taxi fare calculator to get quick price estimates for rides in Calgary, Canada. Plan your trip with confidence and avoid surprises at the meter.
Fare Estimator
Calgary Taxi Fares Explained
Calgary taxis use a maximum regulated meter rate of $4.50 for the first 120 meters, then $0.23 per additional 120 meters over 20 km/h. Companies may charge less. A 5 km trip costs about $13.85, and 10 km is around $23.44.
Airport taxis cost more due to departure fees from Calgary Airport Authority. App bookings allow surge pricing, but street hails or phone dispatches use fixed regulated rates. Ask the rate before accepting a ride.
Examples include UberX averages: $13 to Saddletowne CTrain, $17 to BMO Centre, $19 to Calgary Stampede. Long-distance like Edmonton-Calgary sedan taxi is $380-$450 fixed.
Recent Estimates in Calgary
- 911 Highland Park Cove NE to 1420 Meridian Rd NE
- Calgary International Airport to 1036 9 Ave SW
- 2000 Airport Rd NE to 120 9 Ave SE
- 343 36 St NE to 924 14 Ave SW
- The Home Depot to 924 14 Ave SW
- Calgary International Airport to 1522 21 Ave NW
- 1053 Regal Cres NE to 11580 24 St SE
- Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo to 1250 McKinnon Dr NE
- Calgary Zoo to Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo
- Calgary Tower to Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo
Top Pickup Locations in Calgary
- Calgary International Airport
- Comfort Inn and Suites University
- 520 7 Ave SE
- Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo
- Westside Recreation Centre
- Holiday Inn Calgary-Airport by IHG
- 990 Centre Ave NE
- 4611 Macleod Trail SW
- 1250 McKinnon Dr NE
- 1101 84 St NE
Top Destinations in Calgary
- Calgary International Airport
- Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo
- Calgary Tower
- Banff National Park
- Lake Louise
- 924 14 Ave SW
- 120 9 Ave SE
- Woodbine Blvd SW
- Trapped
- The Hose & Hound
About Taxis in Calgary 🚕
Hail Calgary taxis on streets or book by phone for regulated rates without surge pricing. Use apps like Checker Cabs to order, track, and pay by card or cash for convenience.
Taxis lack specific color rules in regulations, but companies like Checker Cabs operate standard vehicles. Look for licensed taxi signs and meters to identify legitimate ones.
All taxis have licensed, insured drivers for safety. Pre-book for guaranteed service, especially at Calgary International Airport. Avoid uncertain app rides during peaks.
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.