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Singapore · SG · verified Apr 20, 2026

Taxi Fare in Singapore

Real OpenStreetMap routing meets the official Land Transport Authority Singapore — Taxi Fares tariff. See the base fare, every surcharge and a min–median–max range so you know what to expect on the meter.

Base fare
SGD 4.40
Per km
SGD 0.70
Per minute
SGD 0.70
Currency
SGD

01Definition

What is a taxi fare in Singapore?

A taxi fare in Singapore is the metered price of a regulated for-hire car ride within the city limits. Singapore taxi rates are set by Land Transport Authority Singapore — Taxi Fares and combine three components: a base fare of SGD 4.40 (the amount on the meter when the trip begins), a distance rate of SGD 0.70 per km, and a slow-traffic rate of SGD 0.70 per minute that applies when the cab is stopped or moving slowly. Surcharges, taxes and tip can shift the final amount by another 10–30%.

02Attributes

Singapore taxi tariff at a glance

Below is the live Singapore taxi tariff exactly as published by Land Transport Authority Singapore — Taxi Fares. Every figure is dated; the most recent verification was on 2026-04-20. Use the calculator above to apply these numbers to your specific trip.

Singapore taxi tariff attributes
Base fare
SGD 4.40
On the meter when the ride begins
Per-km rate
SGD 0.70 / km
Charged for distance travelled
Per-minute rate
SGD 0.70 / min
Slow-traffic switch speed: 17 km/h
Minimum fare
SGD 4.40
Floor that the meter cannot fall below
Currency
SGD
Distance unit
km
Timezone
Asia/Singapore
Vehicle classes
1
standard

03Calculator

Calculate your fare in Singapore

Type any pickup and destination inside Singapore. We pull the real OpenStreetMap distance and apply the tariff above.

Calculate a fare in Singapore

Local addresses, the Singapore tariff applied automatically.

05Airport routes

Singapore airport ↔ city centre

Airport ↔ city-centre rides are the most predictable taxi trips in Singapore because their distance is fixed. Where the regulator imposes a flat fare, the meter is bypassed and the price is locked. Otherwise the standard tariff applies and the estimate below reflects realistic departure-hall waiting plus the metered ride.

06Vehicle classes

Singapore vehicle classes and rates

Singapore licenses 1 vehicle class (standard). Larger vehicles command higher base or per-km rates because their fuel and licensing costs are higher. Ride-sharing apps also offer parallel categories (UberXL, Lyft XL) that compete with the licensed taxi minivan tier.

Vehicle classes and rates in Singapore
Vehicle classBasePer kmPer minMin fare
Standard sedan
LTA-regulated. S$4.40 flag-down + 25¢ per 400m up to 10km, 25¢ per 350m thereafter.
SGD 4.40SGD 0.70SGD 0.70SGD 4.40

07Surcharges & taxes

Every extra charge on a Singapore taxi fare

On top of the base meter, Singapore taxi fares can include a night surcharge, rush-hour windows, city or state taxes. Every charge below is reproduced verbatim from Land Transport Authority Singapore — Taxi Fares, with the trigger condition (time, day, equipment) shown alongside.

Surcharges, taxes and fees on Singapore taxi fares
ChargeWhen it appliesAmountCategory
Night surcharge00:00 → 06:00, every day+50%Surcharge
Rush-hour surcharge06:00 → 09:30, days 1, 2, 3, 4, 5+25%Surcharge
Rush-hour surcharge18:00 → 23:59, days 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7+25%Surcharge
Airport surcharge (S$3 / S$5 peak)Applied to base fare onlySGD 3.00Tax
Flat fare SIN ↔ CITYRegulator-imposed, bypasses the meterSGD 0.00Flat fare

08Tipping

Tipping etiquette in Singapore

Tipping is not customary for taxis in Singapore. A small round-up to the nearest convenient amount is appreciated for good service but never obligatory.

09Side by side

Taxi vs Uber vs Lyft in Singapore

Rideshare apps (Uber, Lyft and local equivalents) compete with metered taxis in Singapore on price, but their tariffs swing with surge multipliers. A taxi’s price is fixed by the meter and the regulator — there is no surge. For routine rides our data typically shows rideshare 10–25% cheaper than taxi outside surge windows, and 20–60% more expensive at peak. Airport routes are the exception: many cities (including Singapore where applicable) cap airport ↔ centre as a flat fare that beats both.

Reference ride: a 8 km / 15-minute trip in Singapore. Numbers below combine the live tariff (taxi) and crowdsourced per-city rate sheets (rideshare). Apps surge in real time, so we surface min · median · max.

Taxi vs Uber vs Lyft fare comparison in Singapore
ServiceProductMedianRange
Metered taxiStandard cabSGD 21.94SGD 18.00SGD 31.57
GrabGrabCarSGD 10.90SGD 10.35SGD 17.44

10FAQ

Singapore taxi fare — frequently asked questions

How much is a taxi in Singapore?
Singapore taxis charge a SGD 4.40 base fare plus SGD 0.70 per km of distance and SGD 0.70 per minute of slow-traffic time. A typical 8-km ride costs roughly SGD 12.10 excluding surcharges and tip.
What is the base fare for a Singapore taxi?
The drop charge — the amount on the meter when your ride begins — is SGD 4.40. This is set by Land Transport Authority Singapore — Taxi Fares and is identical for every licensed cab in the city.
Are Singapore taxi fares metered or negotiated?
Singapore taxis are metered. The regulator requires drivers to use the meter on every trip; negotiating off-meter is generally illegal and unwise. Flat fares apply only on a small list of pre-approved airport routes (see the airport routes section above).
Do I tip taxi drivers in Singapore?
Tipping is not customary for taxis in Singapore. A small round-up to the nearest convenient amount is appreciated for good service but never obligatory.
How do night and weekend rates work in Singapore?
A night surcharge of 50% applies between 00:00 and 06:00 every day, including weekends.
Is Uber cheaper than a taxi in Singapore?
In free-flow conditions, Uber and Lyft are usually 10–25% cheaper than Singapore taxis. During peak demand, surge pricing can push rideshare 20–60% above the metered taxi fare. For airport runs, regulated taxi flat fares often beat both. Use the rideshare comparison above to see today's typical numbers.
Can I trust the calculator above?
Yes. We compute distance and duration from real OpenStreetMap routing (OSRM) and apply the published Singapore tariff straight from Land Transport Authority Singapore — Taxi Fares. We always show a min–median–max range so you see how traffic affects the final price.
How long does a 8-km taxi ride take in Singapore?
In free-flow traffic, a 8-km ride in Singapore takes roughly 13 minutes on average city streets. Heavy traffic can double that, which is why our maximum estimate uses a 60% slow-time assumption.
Are credit cards accepted in Singapore taxis?
Card acceptance varies by operator. Many regulated taxis in Singapore accept major credit and debit cards; always carry cash as a backup, particularly for short journeys. Confirm with your driver before starting the trip, and contact Land Transport Authority Singapore — Taxi Fares for the current official requirement.
Where do I find the official Singapore taxi rates?
The authoritative rate sheet is published by Land Transport Authority Singapore — Taxi Fares at https://www.lta.gov.sg/content/ltagov/en/getting_around/taxis_private_hire_cars/taxi_fares.html (last verified 2026-04-20). Every figure on this page is reproduced from that source.
Is there a flat airport taxi fare in Singapore?
Yes. The route SIN ↔ CITY has a regulator-mandated flat fare of SGD 0.00 (excluding tip and tolls). Other airport pairs in Singapore default to the metered tariff.

11Sources & verification

Sources, last verified

Every figure on this page is reproduced from Land Transport Authority Singapore — Taxi Fares, the recognised authority that sets Singapore taxi rates. We re-verify each record at least every 180 days; the timestamp below confirms when this page was last reconciled with the primary source.

Primary source

Land Transport Authority Singapore — Taxi Fares

Last verified
April 20, 2026
Verification cadence
Every 180 days
Routing data
OpenStreetMap via OSRM

Editorial notes

Tipping is not customary. ERP charges (Electronic Road Pricing) added live to meter when crossing gantries.

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