Estimate Taxi Fares in Houston

Use our Houston taxi fare calculator to get quick price estimates for rides in Houston, United States. Plan your trip with confidence and avoid surprises at the meter.

Fare Estimator

Disclaimer: This calculator provides estimates based on base fare, distance, and duration only. Final fares may vary due to traffic, tolls, night fees, airport surcharges, or other local charges not included here.

Houston Taxi Fares Explained

Houston taxi fares have maximum rates set by the city. Daytime charges $3.72 for the first 1/11 mile, then $2.96 per mile after. Night rates are $4.72 initial and $2.97 per mile, with 27 cents per additional 1/11 mile and $24 per hour waiting.

Downtown trips cost a flat $6 anywhere in the Central Business District. Airport fares from IAH to downtown are about $58, Hobby to downtown $29, plus surcharges like $2.75 departure from IAH or $1.25 from Hobby, and $1 late-night fee.

Longer trips like IAH to Galveston range $140-$160, varying with traffic and tolls. Taxis may charge less to compete with rideshares.

Recent Estimates in Houston

Top Pickup Locations in Houston

George Bush Intercontinental Airport
William P. Hobby Airport
Residence Inn by Marriott Houston WestBeltway 8 at Clay Road
Clay Rd
Hillcroft Ave & W Airport Blvd
1085 Rusk St
11050 Southwest Fwy
11900 Wickchester Ln
1351 Bullock Ln
1515 Holcombe Blvd

Top Destinations in Houston

George Bush Intercontinental Airport
1001 W Sam Houston Pkwy N
Hyatt Regency Houston Downtown
Rotary House Hotel
The Westin Oaks Houston at the Galleria
William P. Hobby Airport
1020 Holcombe Blvd
12435 Beechnut St
1301 S Braeswood Blvd
13855 Alief Clodine Rd

About Taxis in Houston 🚕

Find taxis at airport stands like Zone 2 at Hobby or specific doors at IAH. Hail them downtown at marked icons or stands. All airport taxis are licensed with trained drivers.

Taxis lack standard colors but must display city permits. Look for official markings on vehicles at stands or streets.

Safety is high with airport taxis; drivers complete training in safe driving and customer service. Personnel assist at stands 24/7. Seniors get 10% discount.

Flat $6 downtown fare suits short trips. Use courtesy phones at IAH for taxi help.

Drop off at departures level. Pickups follow ground transport signs.

Avoid unmarked cabs; stick to official stands for reliability.