Estimate a one-way rank or hail taxi fare from central Sydney CBD to Bondi Beach using the current NSW urban maximum fare components, road distance and the trip conditions you select below.
This is a normal Sydney urban route. The estimate uses the road distance and the NSW urban rank and hail meter components selected below.
Sources: NSW urban rank and hail fare components were reviewed on August 8, 2026 against Transport for NSW rank and hail taxi fares and charges and Transport for NSW booked fare information .
The Sydney CBD to Bondi Beach Taxi Fare depends on the pickup address, road distance and tariff period. For a stated 8.8 km route, current NSW urban rates produce A$29.46 by day. The calculated total is A$33.77 at night or A$36.42 on a qualifying peak night. These totals include the A$1.32 levy but exclude slow time, tolls and card charges.
If you are asking how much is a taxi from Sydney CBD to Bondi Beach, start with the exact pickup point. Town Hall, Circular Quay, Central and Barangaroo create different routes. A Sydney to Bondi Beach taxi fare can therefore vary between CBD addresses.
The calculator gives a route-based estimate, not a booking or taxi quote. Traffic, route changes and permitted extras can alter the meter.
Bondi Beach sits east of central Sydney, with common drop-offs along Campbell Parade. A Town Hall trip may pass through Darlinghurst, Paddington or Bondi Junction. Circular Quay begins farther north, while Central starts farther south.
Enter a complete address when checking the Sydney CBD to Bondi Beach Taxi Fare. It gives a more useful road distance than “Sydney CBD” and explains why the Sydney to Bondi Beach taxi cost can vary by hotel.
Transport for NSW sets maximum rank and hail fares. The current urban amounts took effect on 1 June 2026. A provider may charge less, but not more than its set fare within the regulated maximum.
| Component | Current Maximum Urban Amount | When It Applies |
|---|---|---|
| Hire charge | A$5.17 | Trip start |
| Day distance | A$2.61/km for the first 12 km, then A$2.37/km | Outside the night period |
| Night distance | A$3.10/km for the first 12 km, then A$2.82/km | Trips starting 10:00 pm to 6:00 am |
| Peak-time hire | A$2.65 extra | 10:00 pm to 6:00 am on Fridays, Saturdays and nights before public holidays |
| Slow or waiting time | A$67.78/hour, or A$1.13/minute | Below 26 km/h |
| Passenger Service Levy | A$1.32 including GST | If the provider passes the levy to the passenger |
| Non-cash surcharge | Up to 5% | Card or other non-cash payment |
| Maxi-taxi fare | Up to 150% of the regular fare | Rank or hail trip with 5+ passengers |
These rates explain the Sydney CBD to Bondi Beach Taxi Fare calculation. Booked providers set their own prices but must give an upfront estimate and explain possible changes before travel.
This Sydney CBD to Bondi Beach Taxi Fare breakdown applies published urban rates to a stated 8.8 km. It excludes time below 26 km/h, tolls and card charges.
| Fare component | Day calculation | Night calculation | Peak-night calculation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hire charge | A$5.17 | A$5.17 | A$5.17 |
| Distance | 8.8 × A$2.61 = A$22.97 | 8.8 × A$3.10 = A$27.28 | 8.8 × A$3.10 = A$27.28 |
| Peak-time hire charge | A$0.00 | A$0.00 | A$2.65 |
| Passenger Service Levy | A$1.32 | A$1.32 | A$1.32 |
| Calculated total | A$29.46 | A$33.77 | A$36.42 |
This calculation is not the final meter result. Below 26 km/h, the meter uses the waiting rate. Traffic around Oxford Street, Bondi Road and Bondi Junction can affect the total.
The Sydney CBD to Bondi Beach Taxi Fare can change because of:
The Sydney Airport fixed-fare trial does not apply. It covers qualifying non-booked trips from the airport precinct to the designated CBD zone.
The Bondi Beach to Sydney CBD taxi fare uses the same urban components, but its total may differ. Direction, pickup and CBD drop-off can change the distance and slow time.
Check the return direction for a Bondi Beach to Sydney taxi fare. For another city trip, use the Taxi Fare Calculator Sydney with exact addresses.
Route 333 connects the city and Bondi Beach via Bondi Junction. You can also take a T4 train to Bondi Junction and change to a local bus.
Check the official Trip Planner for current stops, times and disruptions. A taxi offers door-to-door travel, while public transport may cost less.
For a stated 8.8 km route, current maximum urban rates produce A$29.46 by day, including the A$1.32 levy. The Sydney to Bondi Beach taxi fare can rise with night rates, slow traffic and extras.
No. A rank or hail trip normally uses the meter. A booked provider may offer separate pricing accepted before travel.
Not always. The Bondi Beach to Sydney CBD taxi fare depends on the return route, CBD drop-off and traffic. Check the reverse direction.
When a rank or hail trip starts from 10:00 pm to 6:00 am, the first 12 km uses A$3.10/km. This rate forms the Sydney to Bondi Beach taxi cost at night. A$2.65 can also apply on qualifying peak nights.
The calculation excludes tolls. If the journey uses a toll road, its charge can be added.
Yes. Route 333 links the city and Bondi Beach via Bondi Junction. Check the official Trip Planner before travel.
