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Florence · IT · verified Mar 30, 2026

Taxi Fare in Florence

Real OpenStreetMap routing meets the official Comune di Firenze — Tariffe 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
€3.30
Per km
€0.91
Per minute
€0.32
Currency
EUR

01Definition

What is a taxi fare in Florence?

A taxi fare in Florence is the metered price of a regulated for-hire car ride within the city limits. Florence taxi rates are set by Comune di Firenze — Tariffe taxi and combine three components: a base fare of €3.30 (the amount on the meter when the trip begins), a distance rate of €0.91 per km, and a slow-traffic rate of €0.32 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

Florence taxi tariff at a glance

Below is the live Florence taxi tariff exactly as published by Comune di Firenze — Tariffe taxi. Every figure is dated; the most recent verification was on 2026-03-30. Use the calculator above to apply these numbers to your specific trip.

Florence taxi tariff attributes
Base fare
€3.30
On the meter when the ride begins
Per-km rate
€0.91 / km
Charged for distance travelled
Per-minute rate
€0.32 / min
Slow-traffic switch speed: 17 km/h
Minimum fare
€5.50
Floor that the meter cannot fall below
Currency
EUR
Distance unit
km
Timezone
Europe/Rome
Vehicle classes
1
standard

03Calculator

Calculate your fare in Florence

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

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Local addresses, the Florence tariff applied automatically.

05Airport routes

Florence airport ↔ city centre

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

No major airport is mapped to Florence in our airport directory yet.

06Vehicle classes

Florence vehicle classes and rates

Florence 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 Florence
Vehicle classBasePer kmPer minMin fare
Standard sedan
Tariffa 1 diurna. Comune di Firenze. €3.30 scatto + €0.91/km.
€3.30€0.91€0.32€5.50

07Surcharges & taxes

Every extra charge on a Florence taxi fare

On top of the base meter, Florence taxi fares can include a night surcharge, a per-bag fee. Every charge below is reproduced verbatim from Comune di Firenze — Tariffe taxi, with the trigger condition (time, day, equipment) shown alongside.

Surcharges, taxes and fees on Florence taxi fares
ChargeWhen it appliesAmountCategory
Night surcharge22:00 → 06:00, every day€6.50Surcharge
Luggage chargePer bag placed in trunk€1.00Fee
Flat fare FLR ↔ CENTERRegulator-imposed, bypasses the meter€22.00Flat fare

08Tipping

Tipping etiquette in Florence

Tipping is not customary for taxis in Florence. 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 Florence

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

Reference ride: a 8 km / 15-minute trip in Florence. 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 Florence
ServiceProductMedianRange
Metered taxiStandard cab€11.78€10.58€15.48
Rideshare comparison data is not yet seeded for Florence.

10FAQ

Florence taxi fare — frequently asked questions

How much is a taxi in Florence?
Florence taxis charge a €3.30 base fare plus €0.91 per km of distance and €0.32 per minute of slow-traffic time. A typical 8-km ride costs roughly €11.54 excluding surcharges and tip.
What is the base fare for a Florence taxi?
The drop charge — the amount on the meter when your ride begins — is €3.30. This is set by Comune di Firenze — Tariffe taxi and is identical for every licensed cab in the city.
Are Florence taxi fares metered or negotiated?
Florence 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 Florence?
Tipping is not customary for taxis in Florence. 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 Florence?
A night surcharge of €6.50 applies between 22:00 and 06:00 every day, including weekends.
Is Uber cheaper than a taxi in Florence?
In free-flow conditions, Uber and Lyft are usually 10–25% cheaper than Florence 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 Florence tariff straight from Comune di Firenze — Tariffe 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 Florence?
In free-flow traffic, a 8-km ride in Florence 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 Florence taxis?
Card acceptance varies by operator. Many regulated taxis in Florence 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 Comune di Firenze — Tariffe taxi for the current official requirement.
Where do I find the official Florence taxi rates?
The authoritative rate sheet is published by Comune di Firenze — Tariffe taxi at https://servizi.comune.fi.it/servizi/scheda-servizio/tariffe-taxi (last verified 2026-03-30). Every figure on this page is reproduced from that source.
Is there a flat airport taxi fare in Florence?
Yes. The route FLR ↔ CENTER has a regulator-mandated flat fare of €22.00 (excluding tip and tolls). Other airport pairs in Florence default to the metered tariff.
Is there a luggage fee for Florence taxis?
Yes — Florence permits a per-bag charge of €1.00. Drivers must apply it consistently and only for bags that go in the trunk; carry-on bags placed on the seat are not chargeable.

11Sources & verification

Sources, last verified

Every figure on this page is reproduced from Comune di Firenze — Tariffe taxi, the recognised authority that sets Florence 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

Comune di Firenze — Tariffe taxi

Last verified
March 30, 2026
Verification cadence
Every 180 days
Routing data
OpenStreetMap via OSRM

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