Taxis in Porto
Taxis in Porto are relatively cheap and are a good alternative if you get around the city at night or for longer journeys.
All cabs in Porto are beige or black with a green roof and are equipped with a taximeter.
Rates
If you want to take a taxi in the city centre, an average ride around Porto is between € 6 (US$ 6.40) and € 8 (US$ 8.50). The average fare from the Porto Airport usually costs around € 35 (US$ 37).
On Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays (all day) and every day between 9 pm and 6 am, the rates increase 20%. The driver’s taximeters calculate the increase automatically.
Note that if the taxi goes through a toll, it’s always the client that must pay. If you call a radio taxi or contact any taxi by phone, you’ll have to pay an extra charge of € 0.80 (US$ 0.80).
If you have suitcases, you’ll be charged a supplement of € 1.60 (US$ 1.70).
Don’t be deceived
Don't forget to check on the glass of the back door on the left side, where a list of the rates must be pasted. It is also important to remember that getting a copy of your receipt is mandatory.
