Estimate Taxi Fares in Fort Collins
Use our Fort Collins taxi fare calculator to get quick price estimates for rides in Fort Collins, United States. Plan your trip with confidence and avoid surprises at the meter.
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Fort Collins Taxi Fares Explained
Fort Collins taxi fares follow a set tariff published for the Yellow Cab fleet that runs through the zTrip app. A ride starts with a flat drop fee, then adds a charge for each mile driven plus a per minute wait time, and a small surcharge for each passenger beyond the first. Because the nearest major airport is Denver International (DEN), roughly 65 miles away, long airport trips are priced well above in town rides, typically topping $150. A typical 5km ride around the city costs about 10.5 USD once the base fee and per kilometer charge are added.
About Taxis in Fort Collins 🚕
Taxi service in Fort Collins is dominated by Northern Colorado Yellow Cab, which operates through the zTrip app and can be reached at 855-MY-zTrip; it runs 24 hours a day with flat rate, no surge pricing. Fort Collins Charter Service (970-482-5605) is another local operator, while Colorado State University runs RamRide, a free student volunteer shuttle on Friday and Saturday nights. Booking is done through the zTrip or Lyft apps, by phone, or by hailing a cab around Old Town and the downtown area. The city also offers Transfort, a fare free municipal bus system, as a cheaper way to move between Fort Collins, Loveland, and Longmont.
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.