Estimate Taxi Fares in Hiroshima
Use our Hiroshima taxi fare calculator to get quick price estimates for rides in Hiroshima, Japan. Plan your trip with confidence and avoid surprises at the meter.
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Hiroshima Taxi Fares Explained
In Hiroshima, taxi fares start at 800 yen for the first 1.45 km, then add 100 yen for every additional 300 meters, as per the GO app's fare table. This applies to standard vehicles in the Hiroshima city service area, covering central Hiroshima and nearby towns like Fuchu and Kaita.
For airport transfers, Daiichi Koutsu Taxi offers fixed rates to Hiroshima Airport (HIJ) from various city wards, ranging from 15,500 yen from Aki-ku to 21,500 yen from Saeki-ku, with tolls paid by the passenger. Uber also provides taxi service in Hiroshima, with an average 12-minute ride costing about 1,784 yen and 24/7 availability.
Late-night rides (10pm-5am) typically incur a 20% surcharge in Japan, which applies to Hiroshima as well. Payment can be made by cash, credit card, or IC cards, and taxis seat up to 4 passengers.
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About Taxis in Hiroshima 🚕
Taxis in Hiroshima are operated by various companies, including Daiichi Koutsu Taxi, which provides phone booking and fixed-rate airport transfers. The GO and Uber apps are widely used for hailing taxis, with Uber offering in-app payment and 24/7 requesting.
Standard taxis are sedans that carry up to four passengers. Hiroshima's taxi service area covers central Hiroshima and neighboring cities like Hatsukaichi and Fuchu, though some areas like Miyajima have separate fare structures. Taxi stands are common at Hiroshima Station's south exit, and the airport is Hiroshima Airport (HIJ).
For airport transfers, Daiichi Koutsu lists fixed prices from each ward, so the cost is known in advance; tolls are extra and paid by the passenger. Taxis are especially useful late at night when public transit stops running around midnight.
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.