Sierra Leone Taxi Fare Calculator 2026

Official Sierra Leone Taxi rates (valid today): Start your ride for $ 1.20, plus $ 0.20 per kilometer. Click below to calculate your fare

Popular routes in Sierra Leone

Congo Cross, Banana Water, Congo Town, Freetown, Western Area Urban, Western Area, Sierra Leone To Waterloo	5 USD
Freetown To Lungi International Airport	4 USD
Lumley Beach To Leicester Peak	20 USD

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How is a taxi fare
calculated in Sierra Leone

Several factors impact the taxi fare in Sierra Leone

Taxi fare (2026)

Base fee (day)

1.2USD

Price per KM

0.2 USD

Waiting time per hour

6.5USD

Taxi rate calculation example

Let’s say you want to get from Freetown 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 2.2 USD.

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Sierra Leone taxi fare - FAQ

How much is a taxi in Sierra Leone?

A 5km ride in Sierra Leone costs about 2.2 USD. 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 Sierra Leone?

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

What other ways are there to get around in Sierra Leone?

if you can’t find a taxi Sierra Leone 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 Sierra Leone?

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

What’s the price of Taxi in Sierra Leone per KM?

The starting price of a taxi in Sierra Leone is 1.2 USD. Each KM is then priced at 0.2 USD. if you need the driver to wait for you this will cost 6.5 USD per hour.

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