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Singapore Taxi Fare Structure

• Flag-down Fare: $3.90-4.20 for first 1km or 45 seconds
• Distance Rate: $0.25 per 400m or less thereafter
• Time Rate: $0.25 per 45 seconds when speed below 10km/h
• Waiting Time: $0.25 per 45 seconds
• Booking Fee: $2.50-3.50 for advance bookings

Peak Hour Surcharges

• Morning Peak: 25% surcharge (6:00-9:30 AM, Mon-Fri)
• Evening Peak: 25% surcharge (6:00 PM-12:00 AM, Mon-Sun)
• Midnight Surcharge: 50% surcharge (12:00-6:00 AM daily)
• Public Holiday: $1 surcharge all day
• CBD Surcharge: $3 surcharge (Mon-Sat, 5:00 PM-12:00 AM)

Location-Based Surcharges

• Changi Airport: $5 surcharge for pickups
• Sentosa Island: $2-4 surcharge depending on entry point
• Marina Bay: $3 surcharge during peak hours
• Orchard Road: $2 surcharge during peak shopping hours
• Cruise Terminals: $3 surcharge for pickups

Vehicle Type Pricing

• Normal Taxi: Standard metered rates
• Premium Taxi: 40% higher than normal taxi
• Limousine Taxi: 60% higher than normal taxi
• Maxi Cab: $1 additional flag-down fare
• Wheelchair Accessible: Same as normal taxi rates

Booking Methods & Fees

• Street Hail: No booking fee, subject to availability
• Phone Booking: $2.50 booking fee
• App Booking: $2.50-3.50 booking fee
• Advance Booking: $3.50-8.00 depending on advance time
• Priority Booking: Additional $1-2 for faster pickup

Additional Charges

• ERP/Toll Charges: Passed to passenger
• Parking Fees: Charged to passenger if applicable
• Additional Stops: $2-3 per stop
• Luggage: No charge for normal luggage
• Cleaning Fee: $50-200 if vehicle is soiled

Payment Methods

• Cash: Accepted by all taxis
• Credit/Debit Cards: Most taxis accept cards
• NETS: Widely accepted
• Mobile Payments: GrabPay, PayLah!, etc.
• Contactless: PayWave, PayPass supported

Ride-Hailing vs Traditional Taxis

• Pricing: Ride-hailing may have dynamic pricing
• Booking: App-only vs multiple booking methods
• Payment: Cashless vs cash/card options
• Availability: Real-time tracking vs street hailing
• Surge Pricing: Higher fares during peak demand

Tips for Lower Taxi Fares

• Avoid Peak Hours: Travel outside peak periods
• Street Hail: No booking fees for street hails
• Compare Apps: Check multiple platforms for best rates
• Share Rides: Use ride-sharing options when available
• Plan Routes: Avoid ERP zones during charging hours