Kuwait

Kuwait Taxi Fare Calculator 2026

Official Kuwait Taxi rates (valid today): Start your ride for د.ك 1.50, plus د.ك 0.80 per kilometer. Click below to calculate your fare

Popular routes in Kuwait

Kuwait International Airport To Ibis Sharq	22 KWD
Kuwait International Airport To Kuwait City	8 KWD
Kuwait City To Salmiya Palace	15 KWD

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How is a taxi fare
calculated in Kuwait

Several factors impact the taxi fare in Kuwait

Taxi fare (2026)

Base fee (day)

1.5KWD

Price per KM

0.8 KWD

Waiting time per hour

3KWD

Taxi rate calculation example

Let’s say you want to get from Kuwait City 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 5.5 KWD.

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Kuwait taxi fare - FAQ

How much is a taxi in Kuwait?

A 5km ride in Kuwait costs about 5.5 KWD. 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 Kuwait?

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

What other ways are there to get around in Kuwait?

if you can’t find a taxi Kuwait 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 Kuwait?

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

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

The starting price of a taxi in Kuwait is 1.5 KWD. Each KM is then priced at 0.8 KWD. if you need the driver to wait for you this will cost 3.0 KWD per hour.

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