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Madrid · ES · verified Apr 15, 2026

Taxi Fare in Madrid

Real OpenStreetMap routing meets the official Comunidad de Madrid — Tarifas del 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
€2.50
Per km
€1.30
Per minute
€0.42
Currency
EUR

01Definition

What is a taxi fare in Madrid?

A taxi fare in Madrid is the metered price of a regulated for-hire car ride within the city limits. Madrid taxi rates are set by Comunidad de Madrid — Tarifas del taxi and combine three components: a base fare of €2.50 (the amount on the meter when the trip begins), a distance rate of €1.30 per km, and a slow-traffic rate of €0.42 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

Madrid taxi tariff at a glance

Below is the live Madrid taxi tariff exactly as published by Comunidad de Madrid — Tarifas del taxi. Every figure is dated; the most recent verification was on 2026-04-15. Use the calculator above to apply these numbers to your specific trip.

Madrid taxi tariff attributes
Base fare
€2.50
On the meter when the ride begins
Per-km rate
€1.30 / km
Charged for distance travelled
Per-minute rate
€0.42 / min
Slow-traffic switch speed: 17 km/h
Minimum fare
€2.50
Floor that the meter cannot fall below
Currency
EUR
Distance unit
km
Timezone
Europe/Madrid
Vehicle classes
1
standard

03Calculator

Calculate your fare in Madrid

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

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Local addresses, the Madrid tariff applied automatically.

05Airport routes

Madrid airport ↔ city centre

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

Madrid vehicle classes and rates

Madrid 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 Madrid
Vehicle classBasePer kmPer minMin fare
Standard sedan
Tarifa 1 (Lun–Vie 07:00–21:00). Comunidad de Madrid. €2.50 + €1.30/km.
€2.50€1.30€0.42€2.50

07Surcharges & taxes

Every extra charge on a Madrid taxi fare

On top of the base meter, Madrid taxi fares can include a night surcharge. Every charge below is reproduced verbatim from Comunidad de Madrid — Tarifas del taxi, with the trigger condition (time, day, equipment) shown alongside.

Surcharges, taxes and fees on Madrid taxi fares
ChargeWhen it appliesAmountCategory
Night surcharge21:00 → 07:00, every day+25%Surcharge
Flat fare MAD ↔ CENTERRegulator-imposed, bypasses the meter€33.00Flat fare
Flat fare CENTER ↔ MADRegulator-imposed, bypasses the meter€33.00Flat fare

08Tipping

Tipping etiquette in Madrid

Tipping is not customary for taxis in Madrid. 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 Madrid

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

Reference ride: a 8 km / 15-minute trip in Madrid. 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 Madrid
ServiceProductMedianRange
Metered taxiStandard cab€14.48€12.90€19.18
UberUberX€11.90€11.30€19.04
BoltBolt€10.30€9.79€16.48

10FAQ

Madrid taxi fare — frequently asked questions

How much is a taxi in Madrid?
Madrid taxis charge a €2.50 base fare plus €1.30 per km of distance and €0.42 per minute of slow-traffic time. A typical 8-km ride costs roughly €14.16 excluding surcharges and tip.
What is the base fare for a Madrid taxi?
The drop charge — the amount on the meter when your ride begins — is €2.50. This is set by Comunidad de Madrid — Tarifas del taxi and is identical for every licensed cab in the city.
Are Madrid taxi fares metered or negotiated?
Madrid 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 Madrid?
Tipping is not customary for taxis in Madrid. 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 Madrid?
A night surcharge of 25% applies between 21:00 and 07:00 every day, including weekends.
Is Uber cheaper than a taxi in Madrid?
In free-flow conditions, Uber and Lyft are usually 10–25% cheaper than Madrid 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 Madrid tariff straight from Comunidad de Madrid — Tarifas del 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 Madrid?
In free-flow traffic, a 8-km ride in Madrid 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 Madrid taxis?
Card acceptance varies by operator. Many regulated taxis in Madrid 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 Comunidad de Madrid — Tarifas del taxi for the current official requirement.
Where do I find the official Madrid taxi rates?
The authoritative rate sheet is published by Comunidad de Madrid — Tarifas del taxi at https://www.comunidad.madrid/transporte/taxi (last verified 2026-04-15). Every figure on this page is reproduced from that source.
Is there a flat airport taxi fare in Madrid?
Yes. The route MAD ↔ CENTER has a regulator-mandated flat fare of €33.00 (excluding tip and tolls). Other airport pairs in Madrid default to the metered tariff.

11Sources & verification

Sources, last verified

Every figure on this page is reproduced from Comunidad de Madrid — Tarifas del taxi, the recognised authority that sets Madrid 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

Comunidad de Madrid — Tarifas del taxi

Last verified
April 15, 2026
Verification cadence
Every 180 days
Routing data
OpenStreetMap via OSRM

Editorial notes

Tarifa 2 nocturna y festivos: €3.15 base + €1.50/km. Tarifa fija aeropuerto-centro €33.

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