Taxis in Oaxaca
If you’re headed to Oaxaca to explore Mexico’s rich culture and heritage, rest assured that getting around should be fairly straightforward. Downtown is crowded and well-served by safe and reliable cabs, which you can hail or call at most times of the day or night.
Although walking around the historic center of Oaxaca City is easy, taxis are an excellent bet for exploring more of this sprawling city. You can easily hail a local yellow Oaxaca taxi on the street, book your Oaxaca Airport taxi in advance, or call a phone dispatch taxi company for a pickup.
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HOW MUCH DOES A TAXI IN OAXACA
| Taxi prices | Day time (05:00 - 24:00) | Night time (00:00 - 05:00) | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| FROM SANTO DOMINGO TEMPLE TO BENITO JUAREZ MARKET | 2.50 € | 2.50 € | 7 MIN |
| FROM ADO BUS STATION TO CENTRO HISTORICO | 3 € | 3 € | 10 MIN |
| FROM OAXACA CITY CENTER TO TULE TREE | 8 € | 8 € | 11 MIN |
| FROM OAXACA AIRPORT TO CITY CENTER | 20 € | 20 € | 25 MIN |
| CITY CENTRE TO HIERVE EL AGUA | 45 € | 45 € | 45 MIN |
Cost of an Oaxaca taxi
While some taxis in Oaxaca have meters, most adhere to a zone-based set-fare system.
For taxis with meters, the cost is
- Base fare: €0.36 (MXN 7.80)
- Cost per minute: €0.09 (MXN 2)
- Cost per km: €0.18 (MXN 4)
However, many drivers don’t use taximeters or this government-set price guide. Instead, your driver will most likely decide on the price based on where you travel. Generally speaking, an Oaxaca taxi ride in the central area will cost between €2 to €3 (MXN 40-65). Don’t be surprised if you get quoted a bit higher as a tourist.
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How to get a taxi in Oaxaca
The bright yellow taxis in Oaxaca are easily spotted whizzing around the city center. You can easily hail a taxi in Oaxaca if you’re in the central area by sticking out your arm when you see an empty taxi in the street. Taxis also tend to congregate around popular tourist spots, such as the historic plaza, Santo Domingo Temple, the ADO bus station, and the main shopping areas.
If you’re traveling late at night or from outside the Centro, booking your Oaxaca taxi rides in advance may be convenient. You may also opt to call one of the available private companies that offer pickup service on-demand.
How to get a taxi from Xoxocotlán International Airport
There is a taxi rank outside the main terminal of Xoxocotlán International Airport. However, some travelers find that the taxis there charge more than those using apps or top-rated airport transfer companies like Welcome Pickups.
How to get a taxi from Oaxaca City Center to Tule Tree
When departing from the city center to this popular destination, you can easily find a cab at your hotel or a nearby taxi stand. The most central taxi stand is ‘Sitios Alameda,’ next to the Metropolitan Cathedral of Oaxaca on Alameda de Leon, Ruta Independencia. There is always a long line of taxis there.
How to get a taxi from the City Center to Hierve el Agua
Arguably one of the best day trips out of the city, a taxi is an indisputably comfortable way to travel to this popular destination. However, because it’s out of the way, no taxi stands are nearby. You’ll need to hire a taxi for the day or figure out exactly what time you will arrive and leave so that you can book your transfer in advance.
Most popular Oaxaca taxi apps
During holidays and high season, finding a taxi on the street can sometimes take a while, especially late at night. You can have a taxi come directly to you by hailing one on an app. Didi is the better-known taxi app in Oaxaca. And you won’t find any of the well-known ride-hailing apps like Uber.
If you know the time and place you’d like to be picked up, you can also choose to pre-book a private taxi. Welcome Pickups offers guaranteed on-time pickups with English-speaking drivers at competitive rates.
Useful Oaxaca taxi numbers
If you don’t want to stay connected to the internet or prefer not to download apps, you can also reliably get taxis by calling a local cab company. Some reputable ones include:
- Taxi Reforma: +52 (951) 164 0644
- Taxi Sitio ADO: +52 (951) 506 0167
- Sitios Alameda: +52 (951) 516 2190
- Taxis Amarillos: +52 (951) 516 2190
Booking your Oaxaca taxi in advance
As most local Oaxaca taxi drivers don’t offer official fares and can change the cost of your taxi journey at a moment’s notice, it can be a little stressful to budget your transfers around the city.
To avoid haggling in a foreign language and unfamiliar city, you may want to consider pre-booking your taxis, and especially your airport transfer, with Welcome Pickups. You get the benefit of having a driver who is a fluent English speaker at competitive, fixed-rate fares.
Oaxaca taxi tips
- Be sure to agree on the fare with your Oaxaca taxi driver before you begin your journey.
- Using a radio taxi in Oaxaca will have a much higher cost than hailing one in the street.
- Unofficially, drivers may decide to charge you up to 25% more for traveling at night.
- Be sure to only get in a taxi in Oaxaca that has an official taxi number printed on the side.
- Most taxi drivers in Oaxaca speak Spanish, so having your destination written down can be helpful if you're not fluent in the language.
- Try to carry small bills to avoid issues with change when paying your fare.
Wheelchair-accessible taxi in Oaxaca
The standard Oaxaca taxi vehicles are not wheelchair accessible. If you’re in need of a fully wheelchair-accessible vehicle that comes complete with a ramp or hydraulic lift, you will need to book in advance with a specialist company.
It’s important to note that these companies may charge a much higher fee for their services than the standard taxis in Oaxaca.
Oaxaca taxi safety and complaints
Hailing a taxi in Oaxaca is usually safe and easy. The government monitors the yellow taxis and must adhere to special licensing and regulations. However, as is sometimes the case when traveling, you may come across rude individual drivers or one who overcharges.
If this does occur, be sure to note down the unique taxi number and your driver’s ID number. You can then report this incident directly to the transport authority by filling out their online form or calling +1 (800) 111 0185.