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Estimate Taxi Fares in Singapore

Use our Singapore taxi fare calculator to get quick price estimates for rides in Singapore, Singapore. 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.

Singapore Taxi Fares Explained

Taxi fares in Singapore are set by each taxi company, but the fare structure is usually similar. A typical ride has a flag-down fare, distance and waiting-time charges, plus possible surcharges and booking fees.

For standard taxis, the flag-down fare is usually about $4.40 to $5.20, and the meter then adds around 26 cents for every 400 metres from 1 km to 10 km. A sample off-peak trip like Jurong East to Orchard can cost around $17.90, and a temporary price change by one operator put it at about $19.10.

Extra charges can raise the total. Common surcharges include airport, city, late-night, peak-period, toll, and booking fees, so a trip that looks cheap at first can end up under $30 or more depending on time and route.

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About Taxis in Singapore 🚕

You can get a taxi in Singapore by hailing one on the street, using taxi stands, or booking through a taxi app or phone line. The main street-hail operators include ComfortDelGro, Prime Taxi, Strides Premier, Trans-cab, and GrabCab.

Most taxis in Singapore are easy to spot because they are brightly colored and marked with company branding. Standard taxis are usually painted in colors such as blue, yellow, red, white, or silver, while premium taxis may look more like regular cars but are still clearly labeled.

For safety, use only licensed taxis or app-booked rides from approved operators. Check that the taxi has a meter, a driver photo or ID, and clear company markings before starting the trip.

Ask for a receipt or keep the app booking record after the ride. If you travel late at night or alone, sit in the back seat and share your trip details if needed.

Singapore taxis are generally considered safe and well regulated. If you feel uncomfortable, you can end the ride at a safe place and report the issue to the operator or the transport authority.

If you are going to major places like Changi Airport, Marina Bay Sands, Sentosa, or the Expo, remember that extra location-based charges may apply. Checking the fare estimate before booking helps avoid surprises.

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