Fare Estimator (Melbourne rates Australia Wide)

Prices given are an estimate only, based on Melbourne rates for kilometers travelled.
The actual fare may vary due to differing rates, traffic conditions, alternate routes, weather and other unforeseen circumstances.
The estimated fare does not include road tolls, airport or public holiday surcharges.

Taxi drivers have the right to ask any customer for proof of payment or a deposit up to the estimated fare amount

For taxis carrying up to 4 passengers (standard taxi) or any multiple hiring:

Flagfall	$3.20 when meter is started
Distance	$1.617 per kilometre
Time	56.6 cents per minute if the speed is below 21 kilometres per hour
Night Rate	$1.94 per kilometre (20% surcharge) between Midnight and 5am

Prices given are an estimate only, based on Melbourne rates for kilometers travelled.

The Fare Estimator calculates km rate @ $1.94 which includes stopping/waiting time at 20% of basic $1.617 per kilometre rate. The estimates given are affected by traffic conditions.

Fewer stops will result in a lower fare. The night rate will vary depending on region.

At the end of the trip the taximeter displays the fare, inclusive of fees such as phone booking fee or late night surcharge. Tolls and airport fees are additional to the fare on the meter.

If the final taximeter reading plus any tolls or airport fees (the total taxi cost) is less than the prepaid deposit, then the driver must refund the difference to the passenger.

If the total taxi cost is more than the prepaid deposit, then the passenger must pay the balance to the driver.

Note: All fares are to be paid based on the metered amount and any authorised additional charges, not the estimated amount.

Taxi drivers have the right to ask any customer for proof of payment or a deposit up to the estimated fare amount

Further Information can be found at the website of the Vic. Gov. Department of Transport

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