Travel safely with Welcome Pickups
Net Safety Score
We’ve introduced a metric indicating how safe travellers feel when using our services during the COVID-19 pandemic. After every ride, we ask each traveller to leave a review.
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20 minute gap between transfers
Following each ride, our drivers have at least 20 minutes to thoroughly clean the surfaces of the car and ventilate the cabin.
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Regular Car Sanitisation
Our drivers thoroughly sanitise and disinfect cars according to Welcome Safety Protocol
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Contactless ride
When you book, you can request to have zero contact with the driver during the transfer with just one click. In this case, the driver won’t help you with your luggage or shake hands.
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Sanitiser in every car
We provide hand sanitisers and hand wipes for all our travellers. Our drivers have their own sanitiser, which they use before and after every ride
Taxis in Baltimore
Baltimore, located in north-central Maryland and 64 km northeast of Washington DC, is a beautiful waterfront city, bringing in over 22 million visitors yearly. It is also called the “Charm City”, thanks to its charming neighbourhoods, fresh seafood and wonderful people. With so much to explore, the best way to get around the city is in a Baltimore taxi.
Hand picked & english speaking drivers
Same price as a regular Taxi from the line
Drivers are always on time
24/7 Email & Phone support
How much does a taxi cost?
(05:00 - 24:00)
(00:00 - 05:00)
Baltimore Taxi Prices
Baltimore taxis calculate their fares using a taximeter based on the time and distance travelled to your exact location. The Baltimore government sets its tariffs, with the prices below:
Tariff 1 (05:00 – 21:00):
Base Fee: $1.80 (€1.88)
Cost Per Km: $1.38 (€1.44)
Waiting Time Per Hour: $24 (€25.07)
Tariff 2 (21:00 – 05:00, all day Sunday):
Base Fee: $2.30 (€2.40)
Cost Per Km: $1.38 (€1.44)
Waiting Time Per Hour: $24 (€25.07)
Please note that Baltimore taxicabs offer set rate fares for popular destinations such as the airport, Downtown and the Cruiseship terminal.
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How to get a taxi in Baltimore
Cabs in Baltimore are easy to find as various companies roam the streets. Thus, you can either hail a passing cab, head to any major hotel or tourist area to find a Baltimore taxi rank, book a ride online or call a local company directly:
Taxi Taxi: +1 301 864 7700
Yellow/Checker Cab: +1 410 685 1212
All-Star Taxis: +1 410 903 3522
Regardless, if you want to travel at a competitive, set rate with no hidden fees, it is recommended to pre-book your Baltimore cab with Welcome Pickups.
Benefits of Booking a Private Transfer with Welcome
Arriving in a new city can be stressful, especially when having to find your way through an unknown public transportation system or queue at busy taxi ranks.
That is why pre-booking a Baltimore private transfer with Welcome Pickups is the best way to travel around. Welcome Pickups ensures on-time pickups, stellar customer service, fully personalised transfers, and friendly local drivers – chosen and trained by us.
Moreover, to make your experience even smoother, you can now order your transfer in just 60 seconds with our mobile application.
Baltimore Taxi Tips
- Most taxi services in Baltimore accept credit card payments, although it is always best to ask your driver beforehand.
- It is common to tip your taxi driver in Baltimore; you can leave between 10-20% of the total fare.
- If you are travelling to or from the airport or port, ensure that your driver will charge you the fixed price of $30 (€30.50).
- If your driver uses their taximeter, ensure it is turned on, and the correct tariff is set.
Wheelchair Accessible Baltimore Taxis
Most regular taxis cannot accommodate wheelchairs; however, a few private companies have adapted vehicles. It is always best to pre-book your cab and specify your needs to ensure vehicle availability. You can contact one of the following companies:
Freedom Car: +1 (410) 321 5600
Accessible Transport: +1 (410) 852 8886
East Coast Ambulance & Wheelchair Service: +1 (410) 663 2012
Baltimore Taxi Safety and Complaints
Taxis in Baltimore are relatively safe; however, if you encounter a bad experience, you can report your cab driver to the company you travelled with. Alternatively, you can report your driver to the State of Maryland through their website or via telephone at +1 (410) 767 8128.
Ensure you keep your receipt as it contains all the information you will need for this process.