A standard 5-mile taxi ride in Richmond costs $15.00. This fare is calculated based on the official city-regulated rate ordinance: a $2.50 flag drop (base fare) plus $2.50 per mile. Please note that actual fares may vary slightly depending on factors such as traffic delays and/or surcharges such as extra passengers, late-night travel etc.
A standard 10-mile taxi ride in Richmond, VA costs approximately $27.50. This fare is calculated using the official City of Richmond mandated rate of $2.50 for the initial flag drop plus $25.00 for the mileage ($2.50 per mile x 10 miles). A typical 10-mile route is traveling from Downtown Richmond to the RIC Airport.
The estimated taxi fare for the 70-mile trip from Richmond to Charlottesville is $177.50. This includes the $2.50 base fare and $175.00 in mileage charges. Please note that this fare may change based on the start and end destination addresses. Our estimated fare assumes a trip from Downtown Richmond VA (N 7th St) to downtown C'ville ( intersection of E. Market St & 7th St NE). For long-distance trips, we recommend requesting a flat rate quote for a meter-stress free all-inclusive flat rate.
A 20-mile taxi trip in Richmond costs $52.50. This fare is based on official metered rates ($2.50 flag drop + $2.50/mile). This distance typically covers travel from the Richmond city center to nearby towns like Hopewell or Ashland, VA.
A 50-mile taxi ride in Richmond costs $127.50. Calculated at the regulated rate of $2.50 per mile plus the initial base charge. This covers taxi rides to regional landmarks such as Gloucester Point or Williamsburg.
Yes. An additional $1.00 night surcharge is applied to all Richmond taxi trips taken between 9:00 PM and 6:00 AM of the following day. This is a flat per-trip surcharge fee regulated by the city and is not dependent on the total mileage of your ride.
For a full breakdown of idling time, additional passengers, and city ordinances, view the Official Richmond VA Taxi Rate Card »
| Distance | Base | Mileage | Total Fare Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Miles | $2.50 | $12.50 | A 5-mile taxi ride in Richmond VA costs $15.00 |
| 1 Mile | $2.50 | $2.50 | a 1-mile taxi ride in Richmond VA costs $5.00 |
| 2 Miles | $2.50 | $5.00 | a 2-mile taxi ride in Richmond VA costs $7.50 |
| 3 Miles | $2.50 | $7.50 | a 3-mile taxi ride in Richmond VA costs $10.00 |
| 4 Miles | $2.50 | $10.00 | a 4-mile taxi ride in Richmond VA costs $12.50 |
| 6 Miles | $2.50 | $15.00 | a 6-mile taxi ride in Richmond VA costs $17.50 |
| 7 Miles | $2.50 | $17.50 | a 7-mile taxi ride in Richmond VA costs $20.00 |
| 8 Miles | $2.50 | $20.00 | a 8-mile taxi ride in Richmond VA costs $22.50 |
| 9 Miles | $2.50 | $22.50 | a 9-mile taxi ride in Richmond VA costs $25.00 |
| 10 Miles | $2.50 | $25.00 | A 10-mile taxi ride in Richmond VA costs $27.50 |
| 11 Miles | $2.50 | $27.50 | a 11-mile taxi ride in Richmond VA costs $30.00 |
| 12 Miles | $2.50 | $30.00 | a 12-mile taxi ride in Richmond VA costs $32.50 |
| 13 Miles | $2.50 | $32.50 | a 13-mile taxi ride in Richmond VA costs $35.00 |
| 14 Miles | $2.50 | $35.00 | a 14-mile taxi ride in Richmond VA costs $37.50 |
| 15 Miles | $2.50 | $37.50 | a 15-mile taxi ride in Richmond VA costs $40.00 |
| 16 Miles | $2.50 | $40.00 | a 16-mile taxi ride in Richmond VA costs $42.50 |
| 17 Miles | $2.50 | $42.50 | a 17-mile taxi ride in Richmond VA costs $45.00 |
| 18 Miles | $2.50 | $45.00 | a 18-mile taxi ride in Richmond VA costs $47.50 |
| 19 Miles | $2.50 | $47.50 | a 19-mile taxi ride in Richmond VA costs $50.00 |
| 20 Miles | $2.50 | $50.00 | A 20-mile taxi ride in Richmond VA costs $52.50 |
| 21 Miles | $2.50 | $52.50 | a 21-mile taxi ride in Richmond VA costs $55.00 |
| 22 Miles | $2.50 | $55.00 | a 22-mile taxi ride in Richmond VA costs $57.50 |
| 23 Miles | $2.50 | $57.50 | a 23-mile taxi ride in Richmond VA costs $60.00 |
| 24 Miles | $2.50 | $60.00 | a 24-mile taxi ride in Richmond VA costs $62.50 |
| 25 Miles | $2.50 | $62.50 | a 25-mile taxi ride in Richmond VA costs $65.00 |
| 26 Miles | $2.50 | $65.00 | a 26-mile taxi ride in Richmond VA costs $67.50 |
| 27 Miles | $2.50 | $67.50 | a 27-mile taxi ride in Richmond VA costs $70.00 |
| 28 Miles | $2.50 | $70.00 | a 28-mile taxi ride in Richmond VA costs $72.50 |
| 29 Miles | $2.50 | $72.50 | a 29-mile taxi ride in Richmond VA costs $75.00 |
| 30 Miles | $2.50 | $75.00 | A 30-mile taxi ride in Richmond VA costs $77.50 |
| 31 Miles | $2.50 | $77.50 | a 31-mile taxi ride costs $80.00 |
| 32 Miles | $2.50 | $80.00 | a 32-mile taxi ride costs $82.50 |
| 33 Miles | $2.50 | $82.50 | a 33-mile taxi ride costs $85.00 |
| 34 Miles | $2.50 | $85.00 | a 34-mile taxi ride costs $87.50 |
| 35 Miles | $2.50 | $87.50 | a 35-mile taxi ride costs $90.00 |
| 36 Miles | $2.50 | $90.00 | a 36-mile taxi ride costs $92.50 |
| 37 Miles | $2.50 | $92.50 | a 37-mile taxi ride costs $95.00 |
| 38 Miles | $2.50 | $95.00 | a 38-mile taxi ride costs $97.50 |
| 39 Miles | $2.50 | $97.50 | a 39-mile taxi ride costs $100.00 |
| 40 Miles | $2.50 | $100.00 | A 40-mile taxi ride costs $102.50 |
| 41 Miles | $2.50 | $102.50 | a 41-mile taxi ride costs $105.00 |
| 42 Miles | $2.50 | $105.00 | a 42-mile taxi ride costs $107.50 |
| 43 Miles | $2.50 | $107.50 | a 43-mile taxi ride costs $110.00 |
| 44 Miles | $2.50 | $110.00 | a 44-mile taxi ride costs $112.50 |
| 45 Miles | $2.50 | $112.50 | a 45-mile taxi ride costs $115.00 |
| 46 Miles | $2.50 | $115.00 | a 46-mile taxi ride costs $117.50 |
| 47 Miles | $2.50 | $117.50 | a 47-mile taxi ride costs $120.00 |
| 48 Miles | $2.50 | $120.00 | a 48-mile taxi ride costs $122.50 |
| 49 Miles | $2.50 | $122.50 | a 49-mile taxi ride costs $125.00 |
| 50 Miles | $2.50 | $125.00 | A 50-mile taxi ride in Richmond VA costs $127.50 |
| 55 Miles | $2.50 | $137.50 | a 55-mile taxi ride in Richmond VA costs $140.00 |
| 60 Miles | $2.50 | $150.00 | a 60-mile taxi ride in Richmond VA costs $152.50 |
| 65 Miles | $2.50 | $162.50 | a 65-mile taxi ride in Richmond VA costs $165.00 |
| 70 Miles | $2.50 | $175.00 | a 70-mile taxi ride in Richmond VA costs $177.50 |
| 75 Miles | $2.50 | $187.50 | a 75-mile taxi ride in Richmond VA costs $190.00 |
| 80 Miles | $2.50 | $200.00 | a 80-mile taxi ride in Richmond VA costs $202.50 |
| 85 Miles | $2.50 | $212.50 | a 85-mile taxi ride in Richmond VA costs $215.00 |
| 90 Miles | $2.50 | $225.00 | a 90-mile taxi ride in Richmond VA costs $227.50 |
| 95 Miles | $2.50 | $237.50 | a 95-mile taxi ride in Richmond VA costs $240.00 |
| 100 Miles | $2.50 | $250.00 | a 100-mile taxi ride in Richmond VA costs $252.50 |
| Route | Approx. Miles | Estimated Fare (No Surcharge) |
|---|---|---|
| RIC Airport to Downtown (VCU) | 8.5 Miles | $23.50 (Base + Miles) |
| The Fan District to Carytown | 1.5 Miles | $6.00 |
| VCU to Scott's Addition | 3.0 Miles | $10.00 |
| Short Pump to Downtown | 13.0 Miles | $35.00 |
| Richmond Zoo to Maymont Park | 4.5 Miles | $13.50 |
| Shockoe Bottom to Church Hill | 2.0 Miles | $7.50 |
| Richmond Convention Center to Museum District | 3.5 Miles | $11.00 |
| VCU Health System to Richmond Airport (RIC) | 9.0 Miles | $25.00 |
| Downtown Richmond to Short Pump Town Center | 12.0 Miles | $32.50 |
| VCU Campus to Chesterfield Towne Center | 10.5 Miles | $28.50 |
| Carytown to Maymont Park | 1.8 Miles | $7.00 |
| Shockoe Bottom to Science Museum of Virginia | 3.2 Miles | $10.50 |
| Petersburg, VA to Downtown Richmond | 23.0 Miles | $60.00 |
| Mechanicsville to Downtown Richmond | 8.0 Miles | $22.50 |
| West End (Tuckahoe) to Lakeside | 5.5 Miles | $16.00 |
| Broad Street (East) to Willow Lawn | 5.0 Miles | $15.00 (Standard 5-Mile Trip) |
| Convention Center to The Diamond | 2.8 Miles | $9.50 |
| Downtown Richmond to Kings Dominion | 21.0 Miles | $55.00 |
| Amtrak Staples Mill (RVR) to Downtown | 7.0 Miles | $20.00 |
Note: These mileages and fares are approximate estimates for common routes and do not include waiting time, traffic delays, or any potential surcharges (like Night or Airport fees). For trips from RIC Airport, remember to add the $5.00 pickup fee to the estimated fare.
We specialize in long-distance transportation along the I-64 West corridor, servicing major cities, small towns, and CDPs between Richmond and the Shenandoah Valley.
| Destination from Richmond | Estimated Fare Summary |
|---|---|
| Short Pump, VA | A taxi from Richmond to Short Pump costs $40.00 |
| Oilville, VA | A taxi from Richmond to Oilville costs $52.50 |
| Manakin-Sabot, VA | A taxi from Richmond to Manakin-Sabot costs $57.50 |
| Goochland, VA | A taxi from Richmond to Goochland costs $77.50 |
| Gum Spring, VA | A taxi from Richmond to Gum Spring costs $90.00 |
| Louisa, VA | A taxi from Richmond to Louisa costs $140.00 |
| Zion Crossroads, VA | A taxi from Richmond to Zion Crossroads costs $140.00 |
| Charlottesville, VA | A taxi ride from Richmond to Charlottesville costs $177.50 |
| Crozet, VA | A taxi from Richmond to Crozet costs $215.00 |
| Afton, VA | A taxi from Richmond to Afton costs $227.50 |
| Waynesboro, VA | A taxi ride from Richmond to Waynesboro costs $240.00 |
| Fishersville, VA | A taxi from Richmond to Fishersville costs $252.50 |
| Staunton, VA | A taxi ride from Richmond to Staunton costs $277.50 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | A taxi from Richmond to Harrisonburg costs $327.50 |
| Lexington, VA | A taxi from Richmond to Lexington costs $352.50 |
| Lynchburg, VA | A taxi from Richmond to Lynchburg costs $290.00 |
From Manakin-Sabot to Afton Mountain and the Shenandoah Valley, we offer fixed-rate options for all long-distance travelers.