Estimate Taxi Fares in Kingston
Use our Kingston taxi fare calculator to get quick price estimates for rides in Kingston, Canada. Plan your trip with confidence and avoid surprises at the meter.
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Kingston Taxi Fares Explained
Kingston taxis are metered under a rate structure set by the former Kingston Area Taxi Commission, which city council dissolved in September 2025 and folded into direct municipal oversight. Drivers charge a flag-fall base fare for the first 135 metres, then a fixed amount for each additional 135 metres travelled.
Waiting time is billed while the cab is idle, so trips through congested downtown streets or delays at bridges and rail crossings can add to the fare. The Accessible Transportation Program offers approved riders a flat $3.50 one-way fare anywhere in Kingston and Loyalist Township, with the city subsidizing the remainder.
About Taxis in Kingston 🚕
Two local operators dominate the Kingston market: Modern City Taxi at 613-542-3333 and Amey's Taxi at 613-546-1111, both of which run conventional and accessible vehicles. Both companies accept bookings by phone and through their apps, and both offer on-demand service.
Kingston Norman Rogers Airport (YGK) sits roughly 11 km from the downtown core, and a metered ride into the city typically takes about 15 to 20 minutes. The two companies also cover the surrounding Loyalist Township and rural routes that include Gananoque, Tamworth, Westport and Portland.
Since the taxi commission was dissolved in late 2025, the City of Kingston has directly administered taxi licensing and kept the accessible program running through Modern City Taxi. Uber and Lyft operate separately as transportation network companies under their own municipal by-law.
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.