How is a taxi fare
calculated in San Jose
Several factors impact the taxi fare in San Jose
Taxi fare (2026)
Base fee (day)
669.7CRC
Price per KM
700 CRC
Waiting time per hour
3CRC
Taxi rate calculation example
Let’s say you want to get from your hotel to San Jose city center and the ride is 5km. You’re traveling by day and you have 1 luggage. Your total price will be 4169.7 CRC.
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San Jose taxi fare - FAQ
How much is a taxi in San Jose?
A 5km ride in San Jose costs about 4169.7 CRC. 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 San Jose?
You can stop a taxi on the street in San Jose or use a ride hailing app. We recommend using an app in San Jose as these services monitor the quality of the drivers and taxis on an ongoing basis.
What other ways are there to get around in San Jose?
if you can’t find a taxi San Jose 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 San Jose?
Simply enter your starting point and destination at gobytaxi.com. We’ll calculate the estimated price based on San Jose taxi fares and your specific route. This will also work for destinations outside San Jose.
What’s the price of Taxi in San Jose per KM?
The starting price of a taxi in San Jose is 669.7 CRC. Each KM is then priced at 700.0 CRC. if you need the driver to wait for you this will cost 3,775.0 CRC per hour.
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