Best Taxis in Prague: Prices, Apps, Tips, and How to Book

The city of Prague has one of the highest numbers of taxis per resident. There are approximately 16,000 active taxis and ride-sharing vehicles operating in Prague as of 2025. Prague is overloaded with taxis, especially in the city center. The good news is that wherever you are, you usually never have to wait more than a few minutes.

You also usually don’t need to book a taxi in advance (except for a few situations – you will find these later in the text below). In many cases it is a good idea to use public transport, because you will often arrive faster. Please check this article about public transport Prague public transport – Prague BnB

You will find many taxis waiting at the airport and at the main train station, so there is no need to search for them or call them. Otherwise, it is a good idea to download one of the taxi apps.

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Taxis in Prague are really cheap compared to other European cities and are very reliable. Prices are limited by the city to 36 CZK per km + 60 CZK starting fee for a REGULAR taxi (which all the companies must follow). Because of this, you can easily calculate the approximate price in advance and nothing should surprise you.

Luxury or larger cars may have higher prices. Prague airport taxis are also more expensive, but they usually provide much better service – good cars, polite drivers who speak English, who wait for you after arrival and help you with your luggage. There are also private transfer companies or private shuttle services, where the price can also be higher than the city limit. When it comes to payment, you can choose from several payment method options:

• cash (czech crowns)
• cashless payment (debit card)
• Apple pay / Google pay

Payment in euros or dollars is usually not accepted. If so then bear in mind that the exchange rate is not in your favor or you can easily be shortchanged when using Euros.

Taxis should have a visible yellow sign on the car with the word taxi. Having a taximeter and a roof light is no longer required. The driver must give the customer a printed receipt or an electronic version after the ride.

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Prague once had big problems with dishonest taxi drivers who charged very high prices and cheated tourists. In recent years the situation has completely changed, but it is still good to be careful. Never take a taxi on the street! If for some reason you have to do so, always agree with the driver on the price to the final destination before the ride.

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There are many taxi companies operating in Prague with different quality and prices. Let’s look together at the most well-known ones.

Liftago is a purely Czech company and it is different from its competitors (Uber, Bolt) mainly because all drivers working for this company have a taxi license. They are therefore professional drivers.

The company focuses strongly on quality, safety, and clean, high-quality cars. Drivers are mostly Czech, they know Prague well, use a taximeter, and have taxi signs on the roof of the car. Currently, the company operates in 15 Czech cities. They provide the best experiences for customers and are often advised for travelers who want peace of mind. The car usually arrives within about 6 minutes after ordering.

Liftago is slightly more expensive than the competition, but they offer better services. In the Liftago app, you send a request and can choose from several offers. Then it is up to you whether you select a driver with the best rating, the best price, or a specific type of car. After the ride you can rate the driver. With Liftago, you can also order an airport transfer, a car for up to 7 passengers, an electric vehicle, or a car with a child seat. Payment is possible in cash, by card, or with Apple Pay / Google Pay.

How much does Liftago cost ?

Liftago does not have one fixed price list. Each driver sets their own price in the app based on your route.

Before you book, you will receive several price offers from different drivers. You can choose the driver based on:

• Price
• Arrival time
• Driver rating

One of Liftago’s biggest advantages is that prices do not increase on weekends or during rush hour. The app also shows you the estimated total price before you confirm your ride.

The prices are:

Service	CZK	EUR	USD
Starting fare	40–60 CZK	€1.65–€2.47	$1.88–$2.83
Price per kilometer	24–36 CZK	€0.99–€1.48	$1.13–$1.70
Waiting time (per minute)	6–7 CZK	€0.25–€0.29	$0.28–$0.33
Airport to city center	About 600 CZK	About €24.73	About $28.26

Bolt is an Estonian transport platform founded in 2013. It operates in 50 countries across Europe and has more than 200 million customers. In the Czech Republic it quickly became popular, mainly because of its low prices and wide availability. Besides Prague, it operates in more than 30 larger and smaller cities. In addition to passenger transport, it also offers services such as food delivery, scooter and e-bike rentals, car sharing, grocery delivery, and restaurant delivery.

Rides are ordered through a simple mobile app. It is possible to reserve a ride up to 3 months in advance or order it at the last minute. Prices change depending on time, vehicle availability, and demand. However, once you order the car, the price is locked.

The disadvantage of this taxi service is that you cannot choose the driver. The only exception is the option to choose a female driver, which many women traveling alone may appreciate. The quality of drivers is sometimes not very good. Many do not have a license; they are often foreigners and sometimes do not speak Czech or English well and may not know Prague very well.

Payment is possible by card in the app, cash, or Apple Pay / Google Pay.

How much does Bolt cost ?

Bolt uses dynamic pricing, so the fare depends on demand, traffic, and the time of day. During rush hour, late at night (especially on weekends), or in bad weather, prices can increase by 1.5 to 2 times.

To see the exact fare, you need to enter your destination in the Bolt app. The app will show you the final guaranteed price before you book.

The average prices are:

Service	CZK	EUR	USD
Starting fare	30–50 CZK	€1.24–€2.06	$1.41–$2.36
Price per kilometer	11–18 CZK	€0.45–€0.74	$0.52–$0.85
Time charge	3–5 CZK/min	€0.12–€0.21/min	$0.14–$0.24/min
Minimum fare	60–80 CZK	€2.47–€3.30	$2.83–$3.77
Airport to city center	380–624 CZK	€15.66–€25.71	$17.90–$29.39

Uber operates in the Czech Republic mainly in large cities. In Prague it has been running for more than 10 years and, unlike in some countries where it was banned, it is completely legal here.

Like Bolt, it is ordered through an app. Prices are low and change depending on demand and current availability, but you will know the price before the ride starts. If you want to save money and don’t mind sharing a car with someone else, you can order a share ride ( UberX) . These rides are usually the cheapest.

Uber does not have as many cars as Bolt, so the arrival of a car may sometimes take a little longer (but we are still talking about just a few minutes). Uber drivers are often slightly better, although many of them are also foreigners and some may not have an official license. You cannot choose the driver.

You can order a ride in advance or at the last minute. Official Uber taxis can be found at the airport (Václav Havel airport Prague) and of course all around the city center. At the airport, the quality of drivers and cars is usually better than elsewhere.

Uber also offers larger cars for more passengers, cars for traveling with pets, and premium services such as Uber Comfort or Uber Black (first class cars and drivers for a maximum comfort).

Payment can be made by card in the app or cash.

How much does Uber cost?

Uber uses dynamic pricing, which means the fare depends on the time of day and demand. During rush hours, prices can be 1.5 to 2.5 times higher than normal.

The prices below apply to UberX (standard cars) only. Uber Airport has different rates.

The prices are:

Service	CZK	EUR	USD
Starting fare	25–27 CZK	€1.03–€1.11	$1.18–$1.27
Price per kilometer (normal hours)	10–11 CZK	€0.41–€0.45	$0.47–$0.52
Time charge (normal hours)	3–4 CZK/min	€0.12–€0.16/min	$0.14–$0.19/min
Price per kilometer (rush hour)	26 CZK	€1.07	$1.22
Time charge (rush hour)	10 CZK/min	€0.41/min	$0.47/min
Airport to city center	360–720 CZK	€14.84–€29.68	$16.96–$33.91

AAA Taxi is one of the biggest official taxi companies and has been on the Czech market for more than 30 years. They offer traditional taxi services and probably have one of the fastest car arrival times.

You can order a car through the app, the website, or by phone (they offer a nonstop hotline). You can also find out the approximate price of the ride before ordering the taxi, either in the app or on the website.Tariff prices are guaranteed, all drivers are licensed, and pricelists are displayed in the vehicle. Drivers must have the taximeter turned on during a ride and must issue a receipt upon request.

You can choose from many types of cars – regular, combi, luxury vehicles such as limousine, minivan, air-conditioned cars, cars with a baby seat, or even a driver with specific language knowledge (English, German, etc.). Every car offers WI-FI for free.

How much does AAA Taxi cost?

AAA Taxi has fixed prices, so the fares do not change on weekends or during rush hour.

The prices are:

Service	CZK	EUR	USD
Starting fare	40 CZK	€1.65	$1.88
Price per kilometer	28–36 CZK	€1.15–€1.48	$1.32–$1.70
Waiting time (per minute)	6 CZK	€0.25	$0.28
Airport to city center	About 600 CZK	About €24.73	About $28.26

• If you want quality, polite drivers, good cars, and a licensed driver who knows Prague and will take you safely to your destination, choose Liftago or AAA Taxi.
• If you want cheaper prices, order Bolt or Uber. With Uber, you can also choose a shared ride, which makes the price even lower.
• Never take a taxi on the street. If you do, always agree on the price to the final destination in advance and ask for a receipt.
• Do not expect the driver to automatically speak English — many drivers in Prague do not speak English well.
• It is common to give the driver a tip in a taxi — usually about 10 to 20 percent. However, tipping is not mandatory. You should only give a tip if you are satisfied with the driver.
• Prices for Uber and Bolt are dynamic — they change depending on demand. If the price seems too high and you are not in a hurry, try waiting for a better price.
• Prices are usually highest during rush hour — in the morning and around 5–6 PM on weekdays, on Friday and Saturday evenings, during large events, on New Year’s Eve, or when the weather is bad. With AAA Taxi, prices are fixed, and with Liftago you can choose the cheapest driver. If you want to order Bolt or Uber, try to avoid rush hours.
• The Prague city authorities have set a maximum taxi price. You should use these prices as a guide: 36 CZK per 1 kilometer and a fix entry fee 60 CZK.
• Use promo codes. When you create an account in the app, you will often get a discount for the first ride or even several rides.

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You can order a taxi in several ways:

Available for Android and iOS (Liftago, Uber, Bolt, AAA Taxi). This is the best way.
Download the app from the App Store or Google Play. Enter your personal details, phone number, email, and payment card details. Then enter your destination address, confirm the order, and track the driver in the app. The invoice will be sent to your email after the ride.

Liftago app : Liftago: Travel safely – Apps on Google Play

Uber app : ‎Uber – Request a ride App – App Store, Uber – Request a ride – Apps on Google Play

Bolt app : Get the Bolt SuperApp

AAA Taxi app : ‎AAATAXI App – App Store , AAA TAXI – order taxi – Apps on Google Play

This option is available only with AAA Taxi, Liftago, and Uber. On the website you need to enter your phone number and the address where the ride starts and ends.

AAA Taxi – www.aaataxi.cz https://www.aaataxi.cz/en/home/

Liftago – www.liftago.cz https://www.liftago.cz/en/taxi

Uber – www.uber.com Earn Money by Driving or Get a Ride Now | Uber Czech Republic

This option is available only with AAA Taxi and Liftago.

AAA Taxi : tel. +420 222 333 222

Liftago : tel. +420 266 266 000

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FAQ – Taxis in Prague

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1. How much does a taxi cost in Prague?

Taxi prices in Prague are regulated by the city. The standard rate is approximately 36 CZK per kilometer + 60 CZK starting fee. Final prices vary depending on traffic, distance, and taxi type, but rides within the city center are generally affordable compared to other European capitals.

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2. Are taxis in Prague safe?

Yes, taxis in Prague are generally safe, especially when booked through official apps or companies. However, it is strongly recommended to avoid random street taxis, particularly in tourist-heavy areas, to reduce the risk of overcharging or scams.

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3. What are the best taxi apps in Prague?

The most popular and reliable taxi apps in Prague are:

• Bolt (usually the cheapest option)
• Uber (widely available and easy to use)
• Liftago (higher-quality licensed drivers)
• AAA Taxi (traditional, licensed taxi company)

These apps show prices in advance and allow cashless payment.

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4. Should I take a taxi from Prague Airport or book in advance?

At Václav Havel Airport, you can either:

• Use Bolt, Uber, Liftago, or AAA Taxi apps
• Or find official taxis waiting outside

You don´t need to book a taxi in advance but I do recommend it for your piece of mind.

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5. Can I pay for taxis in euros or only Czech crowns?

Most taxis in Prague accept cash (CZK) and card payments (including Apple Pay/Google Pay). However, euros and dollars are usually not accepted, and if they are, the exchange rate is usually unfavorable.

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6. Are Uber and Bolt cheaper than traditional taxis?

Yes, Uber and Bolt are typically cheaper than traditional taxis. Prices vary with demand, but app-based rides usually offer better transparency and lower fares, especially during normal traffic conditions.

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7. Are taxi prices fixed or can they change?

Official Prague taxi tariffs are regulated, but app-based services like Uber and Bolt use dynamic pricing. This means prices can increase during rush hours, bad weather, weekends, or major events.

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8. When are Uber and Bolt most expensive in Prague?

Taxi prices are usually higher during:

• Morning and evening rush hours
• Friday and Saturday nights
• Bad weather (rain or snow)
• Major events or holidays

If possible, try to travel outside these peak times or wait for prices to drop in apps.

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9. Do taxi drivers in Prague speak English?

Not always. Many drivers have limited English skills, especially in traditional taxis. App-based services reduce communication issues since destinations are set in advance.

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10. Should I tip taxi drivers in Prague?

Tipping is optional but appreciated. A common tip is around 10–20% of the fare, but only if you are satisfied with the service.

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11. How do I avoid taxi scams in Prague?

To avoid scams:

• Do not take taxis directly from the street
• Always agree on a price beforehand if not using an app
• Prefer Uber, Bolt, Liftago, or AAA Taxi
• Pay attention to the estimated price before confirming your ride
• Always ask for a receipt

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12. Is it better to use taxis or public transport in Prague?

In many cases, public transport is faster and cheaper for getting around central Prague. However, taxis or ride-hailing apps are more convenient for late-night travel, airport transfers, or when carrying luggage.

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