Greek Taxis
The following rates and surcharges are valid from 1st July 1998 until further
notice.
Rates and surcharges in GRD
| Item |
Price |
| Meter starts at |
200 |
| Rate per km when using tariff 1 |
66 |
| Rate per km when using tariff 2 |
130 |
| Waiting time per hour |
2200 |
| Radio taxi - simple call |
400 |
| Radio taxi - appointment |
600 |
| From and to airports |
300 |
| From ports, railway stations and
bus terminals |
150 |
| Luggage - charge per item over 10
kg |
50 |
One
of the best ways of getting around in Greece is by taxi. There are around 14,000 taxis in
Athens alone and they are not too expensive when compared to the prices you pay in other
countries. Fares are controlled by the Greek state and are valid throughout the country.
You can hail a taxi in the street or book one by phoning a local cab company, although
there is a small surcharge for this service.
All taxis MUST use the meter, if the driver doesn't switch it on when you get
in, ask him to. There are two basic tariffs, number 1 and number 2. Depending on the time
of day and the journey the driver must select the correct rate. Tariff number 1 is the
"day rate" used from 5.00 am to 12.00 pm and tariff number 2 is the night rate
valid from 12.00 pm to 5.00 am. Also, tariff number 1 is used within the limits of the
town or city where the taxi is registered and tariff number 2 is used outside that zone.
The number 1 or 2 should be clearly visible on the meter.
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