Mallorca (Majorca) Taxis Fares

When traveling to a foreign place like Mallorca (Majorca) is likely that you want to know how much a taxi will cost. Mallorca buses doesn't work so good and in case your travel company hasn't arranged a transfer for you, one of the first things you will know of Mallorca will be a taxi.

Mallorca (Majorca) taxis fares are not really expensive and by picking a taxi you'll safe a lot of time. However, is good to know how their fares work so you'll pay what you should (not more). Also, it will help you to know if you have enough local money (Euros) to pay.

Every taxi in Mallorca should carry a visible stick with the official taxi fares in Mallorca, and the most of the times it is situated just in one of rear windows.

You will see some lights on the top of the taxi: the green light indicates whether it's free or not, and the numbers which tariff is going to be applied on that moment. There are only 2 possible tar ifs: number 2 is the cheapest and goes from Monday to Friday, from 07:00 am to 21:00 pm; number 1 is slightly more expensive and applicable during the of the time (Saturday, Sunday, during the night and bank holidays).

Now with grow in use of the internet, many taxi companies have a website where you can book online. One the newest ones is Majorca Taxis Company, which has a simple but infomrative website. Also, if you simply search on Google you'll see its not the only one, you are offered a wide range of options.

What should they charge you?

Well, first of all, there's something in Spain which is called "bajada de bandera".

"Bajada de bandera" is the usual expression for switching off the green light, to indicate they are no longer free. When you stop a taxi, there's a fixed amount you should pay just for getting in: 1.80 Euro during the day and 3.60 during the night, weekends and bank holidays.

OK, and what's the charge for kilometre?

Every kilometre is charged at 0.61 Euro (0.91 when Fare 2). But if you are stopped at the traffic lights and see the meter going up, don't by surprised (please see below)

Do they charge when waiting?

Yes, they do. Every hour is charged at 15.25 Euro (16.55 for Fare 1). But keep in mind that this also works when they wait at any traffic lights or when stopped in the middle of the way by a traffic clogging. That's normal, and the meter is adjusted by laws so you do not get charged twice, by both kilometres and time.

Are there any extra charges I should know?

Yes, actually there are many and good if you know them you there is no misunderstanding with you and the taxi driver. These are indicated at the end of the page, but basically there extra fees if you: carry luggage, call the taxi by the phone, take the taxi at the airport, port, or go to some special places such as the Bellver Castle. Baby trolleys can't be counted as luggage, they can not charge you for this.

Do they have fixed fares for long distance destinations such as Pollensa, Alcudia or Cala d'Or?

No, they do not. There are some approximate taxi fares for transportation in Mallorca that can be used as an indicator but that are not contractual. You can try to have a fixed rate from the taxi driver, but chances you have they only accept if you paying more than you should.

When I arrived my final destination, the driver pushed some buttons and the meter went up some euros? What happened?

Most likely he pushed these buttons to include extras like luggage. Maybe they should do that when starting but many don't do it.

Following extras taxis actually can charge you:

• Picking a taxi at the airport: 2.50 Euro
• Picking a taxi at the port: 1.70 Euro
• For every bag/luggage: 0.55 Euro
• Calls over radio (phone): 0.55 Euro (1.1 Euro when Fare 2 applicable)
• Going the Bellver Castle: 0.50 Euro
• Going to Na Burguesa: 2.50 Euro

Compulsory and free: the must admit you and completely with no extra charge if:

• You have a guide dog
• You carry a baby pram
• You have a disabled wheel chair
• You ask for a receipt

Please click here to have a look by yourself at the official Mallorca (Majorca) taxi fares.

Alternatively, if what you're looking for is an Airport Transfer and not to move around the city or the island, you can book it with www.majorcatransfersairport.co.uk. This will cost you slightly more - but you can save lots of time and stress.