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Taxi fares in Sheffield

The official taxi meter rates for Sheffield, United Kingdom, from the tariff published by the local authority.

Last updated August 10, 2026

This tariff is due for re-verification against its source. Check the source before relying on a fare.

Hackney Carriage (Taxi)

Flag fall£3.10
First 9.998 mi£1.80 per mile
After 9.998 mi£2.00 per mile
Time£0.25 per minute below 12.87 km/h

Extras

Fee Other Bank Holiday Surcharge£1.00

This tariff has different rates at some times of day or on some days. The card shows the standard rates; the source lists the full schedule.

Example fares

Estimated with these rates for a trip with no waiting time, before extras, tolls and tips.

TripEstimated fare
2 mi£6.70
5 mi£12.10
10 mi£21.10

Source

These rates come from the published tariff below. Tariffs change, so check the source before relying on a fare.

Taxi fare questions

How much does a taxi cost in Sheffield?

With the Hackney Carriage (Taxi) tariff, a 5 mi trip with no waiting time costs about £12.10 before extras and tips. The meter starts at £3.10.

Where do these Sheffield taxi rates come from?

From the official tariff published at sheffield.gov.uk. Meter last updated these rates on August 10, 2026. Tariffs change, so the published source is the final word.

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