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China Taxi Fare Calculator 2026

Official China Taxi rates (valid today): Start your ride for 16.00 ¥, plus 3.00 ¥ per kilometer. Click below to calculate your fare

Popular routes in China

Shenzhen To Guangzhou	19 USD
Shanghai Pudong International Airport To The Bund	180 CNY
Shanghai To Hangzhou	512 CNY

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How is a taxi fare
calculated in China

Several factors impact the taxi fare in China

Taxi fare (2026)

Base fee (day)

16CNY

Price per KM

3 CNY

Waiting time per hour

60CNY

Taxi rate calculation example

Let’s say you want to get from Shanghai hotel to the airport and the ride is 5 km. You’re traveling by day, and you have 1 luggage. You total price will be 31 CNY.

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China taxi fare - FAQ

How much is a taxi in China?

A 5km ride in China costs about 31 CNY. Enter your route to get a more accurate price. In general the price is affected by several factors including the route length and the driver’s waiting time.

How do I order a taxi in China?

You can stop a taxi on the street in China or use a ride hailing app. We recommend using an app in China as these services monitor the quality of the drivers and taxis on an ongoing basis.

What other ways are there to get around in China?

if you can’t find a taxi China or the price is too high you can always take a bus, rent a scooter, a bicycle or a car. Walking is also a great option if it’s a short distance and the weather suits.

How do I calculate the taxi fare in China?

Simply enter your starting point and destination at gobytaxi.com. We’ll calculate the estimated price based on China taxi fares and your specific route. This will also work for destinations outside China.

What’s the price of Taxi in China per KM?

The starting price of a taxi in China is 16.0 CNY. Each KM is then priced at 3.0 CNY. if you need the driver to wait for you this will cost 60.0 CNY per hour.

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