Clear Canberra taxi fare guide based on the official ACT Maximum Fares for Taxi Services Determination 2026 (No 1), last reviewed in June 2026. This guide covers standard single hire fares, multiple hire fares, high occupancy taxi rates, waiting time, premium booking fee, airport toll, baby capsule fee, commissionaire surcharge and wheelchair-accessible taxi lift fee rules.
Standard taxi single hiring day rate for journeys starting between 6am and 9pm on weekdays.
Standard taxi single hiring higher rate for nights, weekends and public holidays.
Waiting time rate used when the taxi is stationary or moving slowly under ACT rules.
Airport toll, commissionaire surcharge, baby capsule fee and premium booking fee may apply.
Canberra taxi fares are calculated by adding flagfall, distance rate and waiting time. The fare category depends on whether the trip is single hire, multiple hire, or a high occupancy taxi trip.
| Fare type | Flagfall | Day rate | Night / weekend rate | Waiting time | When it applies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard taxi (single hiring) | $6.15 | $2.65 per km | $2.95 per km | $65.90 per hour | Normal Canberra taxi trip for one booking party |
| Standard taxi (multiple hiring) | $4.60 | $1.95 per km | $2.25 per km | $65.90 per hour | Multiple hirers sharing the trip |
| High occupancy taxi (5, 6 or 7 passengers) | $9.25 | $3.90 per km | $4.55 per km | $65.90 per hour | Trips with 5 to 7 passengers |
| High occupancy taxi (8 or more passengers) | $9.25 | $4.95 per km | $5.70 per km | $65.90 per hour | Trips with 8 or more passengers |
Simple breakdown of how a Canberra taxi fare is built under the ACT maximum fares determination.
The meter starts with the flagfall for the applicable Canberra fare class.
A per kilometre charge is added based on time of day and the hire type.
Waiting time applies when the taxi is stopped or moving slowly in traffic.
Airport toll, premium booking fee, baby capsule fee or airport commissionaire surcharge may be added where applicable.
Some Canberra taxi extras apply only in specific situations, especially airport trips and premium pre-booked services.
| Extra charge | Amount | When it applies | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio bookings | $0.00 | General radio booking line item | Current ACT determination shows $0.00 |
| Premium Service Booking Fee | $13.80 | Only when a premium service is specifically requested through a transport booking service | Not for rank or hail hirings |
| Airport Toll | $3.00 | Journey starts at the designated Canberra Airport taxi rank and the driver has paid the toll | For multiple hire, the toll is shared equally |
| Baby Capsule Fee | $5.20 | When a baby capsule is provided | Separate approved extra |
| Commissionaire Surcharge | $1.20 | For hirings from Canberra Airport when a taxi commissionaire service is provided | Airport-specific surcharge |
Clear customer-facing notes for Canberra taxi fare pages.
The Airport Toll applies for journeys that start at the designated Canberra Airport taxi rank where the taxi driver has paid the toll. A separate commissionaire surcharge may also apply when provided.
The premium service booking fee only applies when the hirer specifically requests a premium service through a transport booking service. It does not apply to normal rank or hail trips.
Canberra has a separate lift fee for wheelchair-accessible taxi trips, but it must not be charged to the passenger.
$26.35 Applies for wheelchair-accessible taxi lift fee arrangements under the current ACT fare determination.
The lift fee is charged to the ACT Government and must not be charged to the passenger.
Useful explanation for users comparing Canberra taxi pricing.
Canberra also has a formal multiple hiring fare class with its own flagfall and kilometre rates. This is different from a standard single-party taxi trip.
At the end of the trip, passengers generally pay the metered fare plus any airport, premium, capsule or other approved extra charges that apply to that journey.
These Canberra taxi fare details are based on official ACT legislation sources. The current ACT determination shows one set of maximum fares for the period ending 30 June 2026 and another set beginning on 1 July 2026, so users should verify the official source before relying on fare information.
