Estimate Taxi Fares in Chandigarh
Use our Chandigarh taxi fare calculator to get quick price estimates for rides in Chandigarh, India. Plan your trip with confidence and avoid surprises at the meter.
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Chandigarh Taxi Fares Explained
Taxi and cab fares in Chandigarh are fixed by the UT Administration Transport Department, most recently via a notification dated July 7, 2025 issued under the Chandigarh Motor Vehicle Aggregator Policy-2025. Operators charge a flat minimum fare that covers the first three kilometres regardless of the actual distance travelled, then add a per-kilometre charge for every further kilometre.
For a standard AC or non-AC taxi with 4+1 seating, the charge is Rs 90 for the first three kilometres and Rs 25 for each subsequent kilometre. Larger 6+1 seaters such as SUVs cost Rs 100 for the first three kilometres and Rs 28 per kilometre after that, so a typical 5 km ride in a standard cab works out to roughly Rs 140.
About Taxis in Chandigarh 🚕
App-based aggregators Ola, Uber and InDrive operate in Chandigarh alongside radio-taxi firms such as Mega Cabs and many smaller local operators. All are expected to follow the same UT-mandated fare structure, and the State Transport Authority monitors overcharging through a dedicated complaint line.
The city is served by Chandigarh International Airport (IXC), which sits about 12 km away in Mohali, Punjab. Prepaid taxi counters sit in the arrivals area, app cabs wait outside, and a transfer to the city centre typically runs around Rs 400 to Rs 500. Booking is done through mobile apps or directly with operators, and fleets range from compact hatchbacks to sedans and Innova or Ertiga-type vehicles for airport drops and intercity routes such as Shimla or Delhi.
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.