What are taxi fares like in houston?

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What are taxi fares like in houston?

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City of Houston Taxicab Fare Information

Effective August 22, 2005, the City of Houston regulated taxi meter rate is $2.50 for the first 1/6 mile, and $0.30 for each additional 1/6 mile ($4 for the first mile and $1.80 for every mile thereafter). People 60 and older receive a 10% discount on fares. Waiting is calculated on the taxi meter at $0.33 per minute ($20.00 Per Hour). There is an additional $1 surcharge on all trips which commence between the hours of 8:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.

Taxi trips to and from the airports are determined by zone rates, in accordance with Houston City Ordinance. Passengers are charged the flat zone rate or the meter rate, whichever is less. For taxi rates to and from Bush Intercontinental Airport, click here. For taxi rates to and from Hobby Airport, click here.

Please note: Drivers are independent contractors. They are not employed by a cab company; they work for themselves. Tips are at the discretion of the customer. Source(s): www.yellowcabhouston.com

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