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Taxi from BWI to Downtown Baltimore

The taxi ride from Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI) to Downtown Baltimore covers roughly 17.1 km of driving in 41 minutes under light traffic (OpenStreetMap-style routing estimate). This corridor has a regulator-published flat fare ($35.00) that replaces meter ticks for licensed taxis when both endpoints match the official definition. Always confirm with your driver before departure - peak congestion, tolls and luggage can shift the final amount.

Road distance
11 mi
Free-flow time
41m
Typical taxi (band)
$35.00 – $38.50
Median estimate
$35.00
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BWI → Downtown Baltimore

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FAQ

BWI taxi questions

How much is a taxi from BWI to Downtown Baltimore?
The regulated flat fare for this airport pairing is $35.00 before tip (source: Maryland Public Service Commission — Taxicab Division). If no flat applies to your exact destination, expect roughly $35.00–$38.50 on the meter depending on traffic.
Is Uber cheaper than a taxi from BWI?
Outside surge, rideshare apps are often slightly cheaper than the meter; during surge they can exceed Baltimore’s regulated taxi rates. Flat airport taxi fares (where published) are frequently competitive with surge-priced apps.
Where do I catch a taxi at BWI?
Licensed taxis queue at the official taxi rank - follow airport signage from baggage reclaim. Avoid solicitors in the arrivals hall; legitimate drivers use the meter or the published flat fare only.
Do Baltimore taxis take credit cards from the airport?
Yes - licensed taxis must accept cards in Baltimore. If a terminal claims it is broken, ask for a receipt and note the medallion number for Maryland Public Service Commission — Taxicab Division.
How accurate is this calculator?
Distance and duration come from real OSRM routing when you press Calculate. Tariff math uses Maryland Public Service Commission — Taxicab Division’s published sheet last verified 2026-03-25.

Sources & verification

Primary source

Maryland Public Service Commission — Taxicab Division

Last verified
March 25, 2026
Verification cadence
Every 180 days
Routing data
OpenStreetMap via OSRM

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