The official taxi meter rates for San Francisco, United States, from the tariff published by the local authority.
Last updated August 17, 2026
This tariff is due for re-verification against its source. Check the source before relying on a fare.
| Flag fall | $4.15 |
| Distance | $3.25 per mile |
| Time | $0.65 per minute |
| SFO pick-up fee When applicable | $6.00 |
Estimated with these rates for a trip with no waiting time, before extras, tolls and tips.
| Trip | Estimated fare |
|---|---|
| 2 mi | $10.65 |
| 5 mi | $20.40 |
| 10 mi | $36.65 |
These rates come from the published tariff below. Tariffs change, so check the source before relying on a fare.
With the Taxi tariff, a 5 mi trip with no waiting time costs about $20.40 before extras and tips. The meter starts at $4.15.
From the official tariff published at sfmta.com. Meter last updated these rates on August 17, 2026. Tariffs change, so the published source is the final word.
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