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Estimate Taxi Fares in Portland

Use our Portland taxi fare calculator to get quick price estimates for rides in Portland, United States. Plan your trip with confidence and avoid surprises at the meter.

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Disclaimer: This calculator provides estimates based on base fare, distance, and duration only. Final fares may vary due to traffic, tolls, night fees, airport surcharges, or other local charges not included here.

Portland Taxi Fares Explained

Portland taxi minimum fare is $4, up from $1.90. Mileage rate is $0.35 per tenth of a mile, increased from $0.30. Jetport pickup minimum is $10, doubled from $5.

A 9-mile trip costs about $20 to $22, or roughly $2.34 per mile. Airport to downtown flat rate is $15, plus $1.50 surcharge since 2010.

These rates reflect 2025 updates by Portland City Council, first change since 2009, to match city costs amid rideshare competition.

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About Taxis in Portland 🚕

Taxis wait outside Portland Jetport baggage claim for easy pickup. Hail them downtown or call local companies; they run early morning to late night.

No specific taxi colors noted in data. Portland taxis are licensed; look for official markings to ensure legitimacy.

Flat rates apply from airport to downtown or bus terminal for $15. Add $1.50 airport surcharge; fares are metered otherwise.

Safety is reliable with taxis stationed at airports and key spots. City funds safety inspections via taxi permits and rideshare fees.

Uber and Lyft compete but taxis offer predictable flat rates. Use Safe Ride Home discounts on holidays for safer options.

Choose licensed taxis over unlicensed for security. Portland promotes safe transport through Vision Zero and PDX WAV programs.

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