We set maximum taxi fares for journeys within Folkestone & Hythe District based on fares for Hackney Carriages.
A taxi must have a 'taximeter' fitted, which will show the fare you have to pay. We check these to confirm that they show the correct fare.
Fares are split between tariffs based on:
- time of day
- public holidays
- number of passengers and distance
| Tariff 1 - Monday to Sunday 06.00hrs to 00.00hrs | Price |
|---|---|
| Any distance up to 704 yards | £3.40 |
| Each additional 176 yards | £0.20 |
| Waiting time every 33 seconds | £0.20 |
| Tariff 2 - Monday to Sunday 00.00hrs to 06.00hrs | Price |
|---|---|
| Any distance up to 704 yards | £5.10 |
| Each additional 176 yards | £0.30 |
| Waiting time every 33 seconds | £0.30 |
| Tariff 3 - 18:00 Christmas Eve to 06:00 27th of December and 18:00 New Years Eve to 06:00 2nd of January | Price |
|---|---|
| Any distance up to 704 yards | £6.80 |
| Each additional 176 yards | £0.40 |
| Waiting time every 33 seconds | £0.40 |
| Tariff 4 - Bank Holiday | |
|---|---|
| Any distance up to 704 yards | £5.10 |
| Each additional 176 yards | £0.30 |
| Waiting time every 33 seconds | £0.30 |
| Extra charge | |
|---|---|
| For each person in excess of one | £0.20 |
| For each item of luggage carried outside the passenger compartment | £0.20 |
| For soiling the interior of the vehicle | £50 |
Journeys outside Folkestone & Hythe area:
Fares to destinations outside Folkestone & Hythe District may be negotiated prior to the journey; if no such agreement is made the maximum fare is that shown on the meter.
Additional Information
All licensed drivers should have their badge on display and the vehicle should be displaying their taxi plate at the rear. Private Hire vehicles should also display side plates and Hackney vehicles should have a roof light. If you are worried that your taxi vehicle or driver is not licensed you should call 999.
Complaints
Any complaints regarding a taxi vehicle or driver can be made online.
View our Taxi driver or vehicle complaint page.