I live in BC, Canada and here the cabs meter goes up by time. The longer the ride the more it costs. I can't see that being the way it is in cities like New York where traffic is so bad. It would cost a fortune to go a few blocks. Can anyone tell me how the meter goes up there? Is it based on the distance you drive?
2007-12-19 18:08:27 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Travel ➔ United States ➔ New York City
The following is from the NYC Taxi and Limo Comission -
Metered Rate of Fare
$2.50 upon entry
$0.40 for each additional unit
The unit fare is:
one-fifth of a mile, when the taxicab is traveling at 6 miles an hour or more; or
60 seconds when not in motion or traveling at less than 12 miles per hour.
Night surcharge of $.50 after 8:00 PM & before 6:00 AM
Peak hour Weekday Surcharge of $1.00 Monday - Friday after 4:00 PM & before 8:00 PM
2007-12-19 23:00:59 · answer #1 · answered by Goodache 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It true, taxis here work by the meter. So going a few blocks in a city with the worst traffic can be a fortune. The best way for you to go a few blocks is by walking, taking the bus or the subway.
2007-12-20 02:20:25 · answer #2 · answered by Native New Yorker 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes, taxi meters are based on distance in NYC, usually yards/miles. Oh, you should try the subways or walking, it is much cheaper. Also, check the cab driver's rate chart and license (it is required by law to be displayed).
2007-12-20 02:11:24 · answer #3 · answered by Mashu 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
By the 1/2 inch...lol
2007-12-20 02:13:55 · answer #4 · answered by loveem 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Distance and time. They tick over if traffic isn't moving.
2007-12-20 02:10:19 · answer #5 · answered by Katherine W 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
it actually varies.. but its $2.50 once you enter the cab and .40 cents after that ... here is the website it tells you everything about the fares
http://www.nyc.gov/html/tlc/html/passenger/taxicab_rate.shtml
2007-12-20 03:17:32 · answer #6 · answered by Mark S 1 · 3⤊ 0⤋
in chicago it is 10 cents every .2 of a mile. it adds up.
2007-12-20 02:13:05 · answer #7 · answered by kobe jr 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
by your attitude and vulnarability...lol
2007-12-20 02:11:31 · answer #8 · answered by badazzblondechick 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋