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Amsterdam · NL · verified Mar 28, 2026

Taxi Fare in Amsterdam

Real OpenStreetMap routing meets the official Rijksoverheid — Maximumtarieven taxi tariff. See the base fare, every surcharge and a min–median–max range so you know what to expect on the meter.

Base fare
€3.50
Per km
€2.40
Per minute
€0.40
Currency
EUR

01Definition

What is a taxi fare in Amsterdam?

A taxi fare in Amsterdam is the metered price of a regulated for-hire car ride within the city limits. Amsterdam taxi rates are set by Rijksoverheid — Maximumtarieven taxi and combine three components: a base fare of €3.50 (the amount on the meter when the trip begins), a distance rate of €2.40 per km, and a slow-traffic rate of €0.40 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

Amsterdam taxi tariff at a glance

Below is the live Amsterdam taxi tariff exactly as published by Rijksoverheid — Maximumtarieven taxi. Every figure is dated; the most recent verification was on 2026-03-28. Use the calculator above to apply these numbers to your specific trip.

Amsterdam taxi tariff attributes
Base fare
€3.50
On the meter when the ride begins
Per-km rate
€2.40 / km
Charged for distance travelled
Per-minute rate
€0.40 / min
Slow-traffic switch speed: 17 km/h
Minimum fare
€3.50
Floor that the meter cannot fall below
Currency
EUR
Distance unit
km
Timezone
Europe/Amsterdam
Vehicle classes
1
standard

03Calculator

Calculate your fare in Amsterdam

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

Calculate a fare in Amsterdam

Local addresses, the Amsterdam tariff applied automatically.

05Airport routes

Amsterdam airport ↔ city centre

Airport ↔ city-centre rides are the most predictable taxi trips in Amsterdam 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

Amsterdam vehicle classes and rates

Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam
Vehicle classBasePer kmPer minMin fare
Standard sedan
Maximum tariffs set by Dutch Ministry of I&W (Wet personenvervoer 2000). €3.50 + €2.40/km.
€3.50€2.40€0.40€3.50

07Surcharges & taxes

Every extra charge on a Amsterdam taxi fare

On top of the base meter, Amsterdam taxi fares can include no extra surcharges or taxes. Every charge below is reproduced verbatim from Rijksoverheid — Maximumtarieven taxi, with the trigger condition (time, day, equipment) shown alongside.

Surcharges, taxes and fees on Amsterdam taxi fares
ChargeWhen it appliesAmountCategory
Flat fare AMS ↔ CENTERRegulator-imposed, bypasses the meter€45.00Flat fare

08Tipping

Tipping etiquette in Amsterdam

Tipping is not customary for taxis in Amsterdam. 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 Amsterdam

Rideshare apps (Uber, Lyft and local equivalents) compete with metered taxis in Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam where applicable) cap airport ↔ centre as a flat fare that beats both.

Reference ride: a 8 km / 15-minute trip in Amsterdam. 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 Amsterdam
ServiceProductMedianRange
Metered taxiStandard cab€24.20€22.70€30.25
UberUberX€18.90€17.95€30.24
BoltBolt€16.90€16.05€27.04

10FAQ

Amsterdam taxi fare — frequently asked questions

How much is a taxi in Amsterdam?
Amsterdam taxis charge a €3.50 base fare plus €2.40 per km of distance and €0.40 per minute of slow-traffic time. A typical 8-km ride costs roughly €23.90 excluding surcharges and tip.
What is the base fare for a Amsterdam taxi?
The drop charge — the amount on the meter when your ride begins — is €3.50. This is set by Rijksoverheid — Maximumtarieven taxi and is identical for every licensed cab in the city.
Are Amsterdam taxi fares metered or negotiated?
Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam?
Tipping is not customary for taxis in Amsterdam. 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 Amsterdam?
Amsterdam does not impose an explicit night surcharge — the meter rate is the same 24/7.
Is Uber cheaper than a taxi in Amsterdam?
In free-flow conditions, Uber and Lyft are usually 10–25% cheaper than Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam tariff straight from Rijksoverheid — Maximumtarieven taxi. 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 Amsterdam?
In free-flow traffic, a 8-km ride in Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam taxis?
Card acceptance varies by operator. Many regulated taxis in Amsterdam 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 Rijksoverheid — Maximumtarieven taxi for the current official requirement.
Where do I find the official Amsterdam taxi rates?
The authoritative rate sheet is published by Rijksoverheid — Maximumtarieven taxi at https://www.rijksoverheid.nl/onderwerpen/taxi/tarieven-taxi (last verified 2026-03-28). Every figure on this page is reproduced from that source.
Is there a flat airport taxi fare in Amsterdam?
Yes. The route AMS ↔ CENTER has a regulator-mandated flat fare of €45.00 (excluding tip and tolls). Other airport pairs in Amsterdam default to the metered tariff.

11Sources & verification

Sources, last verified

Every figure on this page is reproduced from Rijksoverheid — Maximumtarieven taxi, the recognised authority that sets Amsterdam 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

Rijksoverheid — Maximumtarieven taxi

Last verified
March 28, 2026
Verification cadence
Every 180 days
Routing data
OpenStreetMap via OSRM

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