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Rome · IT · verified Apr 8, 2026

Taxi Fare in Rome

Real OpenStreetMap routing meets the official Roma Capitale — 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
€3.00
Per km
€1.10
Per minute
€0.27
Currency
EUR

01Definition

What is a taxi fare in Rome?

A taxi fare in Rome is the metered price of a regulated for-hire car ride within the city limits. Rome taxi rates are set by Roma Capitale — Tariffe taxi and combine three components: a base fare of €3.00 (the amount on the meter when the trip begins), a distance rate of €1.10 per km, and a slow-traffic rate of €0.27 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

Rome taxi tariff at a glance

Below is the live Rome taxi tariff exactly as published by Roma Capitale — Tariffe taxi. Every figure is dated; the most recent verification was on 2026-04-08. Use the calculator above to apply these numbers to your specific trip.

Rome taxi tariff attributes
Base fare
€3.00
On the meter when the ride begins
Per-km rate
€1.10 / km
Charged for distance travelled
Per-minute rate
€0.27 / min
Slow-traffic switch speed: 17 km/h
Minimum fare
€3.00
Floor that the meter cannot fall below
Currency
EUR
Distance unit
km
Timezone
Europe/Rome
Vehicle classes
1
standard

03Calculator

Calculate your fare in Rome

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

Calculate a fare in Rome

Local addresses, the Rome tariff applied automatically.

05Airport routes

Rome airport ↔ city centre

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

Rome vehicle classes and rates

Rome 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 Rome
Vehicle classBasePer kmPer minMin fare
Standard sedan
Tariffa 1 diurna (Lun–Sab 06:00–22:00). Comune di Roma. €3 scatto + €1.10/km in città.
€3.00€1.10€0.27€3.00

07Surcharges & taxes

Every extra charge on a Rome taxi fare

On top of the base meter, Rome taxi fares can include a night surcharge, a per-bag fee, city or state taxes. Every charge below is reproduced verbatim from Roma Capitale — Tariffe taxi, with the trigger condition (time, day, equipment) shown alongside.

Surcharges, taxes and fees on Rome taxi fares
ChargeWhen it appliesAmountCategory
Night surcharge22:00 → 06:00, every day€7.00Surcharge
Luggage chargePer bag placed in trunk€1.00Fee
Holiday surchargeApplied to base fare only€5.00Tax
Flat fare FCO ↔ CENTERRegulator-imposed, bypasses the meter€55.00Flat fare
Flat fare CENTER ↔ FCORegulator-imposed, bypasses the meter€55.00Flat fare
Flat fare CIA ↔ CENTERRegulator-imposed, bypasses the meter€31.00Flat fare
Flat fare CENTER ↔ CIARegulator-imposed, bypasses the meter€31.00Flat fare

08Tipping

Tipping etiquette in Rome

Tipping is not customary for taxis in Rome. 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 Rome

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

Reference ride: a 8 km / 15-minute trip in Rome. 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 Rome
ServiceProductMedianRange
Metered taxiStandard cab€17.81€16.80€22.11
UberUber Black€21.50€20.43€34.40

10FAQ

Rome taxi fare — frequently asked questions

How much is a taxi in Rome?
Rome taxis charge a €3.00 base fare plus €1.10 per km of distance and €0.27 per minute of slow-traffic time. A typical 8-km ride costs roughly €12.61 excluding surcharges and tip.
What is the base fare for a Rome taxi?
The drop charge — the amount on the meter when your ride begins — is €3.00. This is set by Roma Capitale — Tariffe taxi and is identical for every licensed cab in the city.
Are Rome taxi fares metered or negotiated?
Rome 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 Rome?
Tipping is not customary for taxis in Rome. 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 Rome?
A night surcharge of €7.00 applies between 22:00 and 06:00 every day, including weekends.
Is Uber cheaper than a taxi in Rome?
In free-flow conditions, Uber and Lyft are usually 10–25% cheaper than Rome 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 Rome tariff straight from Roma Capitale — 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 Rome?
In free-flow traffic, a 8-km ride in Rome 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 Rome taxis?
Card acceptance varies by operator. Many regulated taxis in Rome 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 Roma Capitale — Tariffe taxi for the current official requirement.
Where do I find the official Rome taxi rates?
The authoritative rate sheet is published by Roma Capitale — Tariffe taxi at https://www.comune.roma.it/web/it/scheda-servizi.page?contentId=INF38317 (last verified 2026-04-08). Every figure on this page is reproduced from that source.
Is there a flat airport taxi fare in Rome?
Yes. The route FCO ↔ CENTER has a regulator-mandated flat fare of €55.00 (excluding tip and tolls). Other airport pairs in Rome default to the metered tariff.
Is there a luggage fee for Rome taxis?
Yes — Rome 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 Roma Capitale — Tariffe taxi, the recognised authority that sets Rome 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

Roma Capitale — Tariffe taxi

Last verified
April 8, 2026
Verification cadence
Every 180 days
Routing data
OpenStreetMap via OSRM

Editorial notes

Fixed FCO↔inside-walls €55, CIA↔inside-walls €31. Notturna +€7 22:00–06:00. Festivi +€5.

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