Taxis in Rijeka
Rijeka is one of the largest and busiest seaports on the Adriatic Sea and is an important economic hub of Croatia. The Korzo promenade in the city’s centre is one of Rijeka’s most popular attractions, maintaining a vibrant and lively atmosphere at all times of day with its numerous shops, bars, and restaurants. From here, the quickest and easiest way to explore the rest of the city and beyond is to take a reliable Rijeka taxi or a private transfer. Taxis in Rijeka can be hailed from the street, picked up from a designated airport taxi rank, arranged by phone or through a local taxi app, or booked online in advance.
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How much does a taxi cost?
| Taxi prices | Day time (05:00 - 24:00) | Night time (00:00 - 05:00) | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| FROM RIJEKA CITY CENTRE TO TRSAT CASTLE | 6 € | 7.2 € | 8 MIN |
| FROM RIJEKA CITY CENTRE TO OPATIJA | 17 € | 20.4 € | 22 MIN |
| FROM RIJEKA CITY CENTRE TO AIRPORT | 35 € | 55 € | 22 MIN |
Rijeka taxi prices
The cost of Rijeka taxi services differs between each taxi company. Many charge a set cost to and from the airport and beyond the city limits, while others use a taximeter to calculate the final price. When using the taximeter, the fare will be determined by the time and distance travelled. An average indication of the Rijeka taxi fares is as follows:
Between 06:00 and 24:00:
Base fare, including first 5 km: €6
Price per km: €1
Be aware that additional charges of up to 20% may be applied for nighttime trips (24:00 – 06:00) and that certain taxi companies may charge a baggage fee per item. If your Rijeka taxi driver has to wait in traffic, you may also be charged upwards of €10 of a waiting fee, per hour.
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How to get a taxi in Rijeka
Around 13 official taxi companies serve the wider Rijeka city area, which can be identified by their white vehicles and the wording ‘RIJEČKI TAKSI’, displayed on both sides, along with the company name. Taxis in Rijeka can be hailed on the street by waving your arm or picked up at one of the designated taxi stands throughout the city, including Rijeka train station (Kresimirova Ulica 5), the city bus station at Zabica Square and the Autotrolej commuter bus station at Ban Josip Jelacic Square.
If you’re travelling at night, you may prefer to book a ride using one of the local Rijeka taxi company apps or call and arrange for a taxi driver to pick you up. Some of the most popular and trustworthy taxi service providers you can call are:
Taxi Stipe: +385 (97) 616 1025
Taxi Rijeka: +385 (91) 500 3355
Radio Taxi Rijeka: +385 (51) 585 585
For more personalised service with an English-speaking driver who will give you a mini tour of the city, you can book a private transfer in advance. This Rijeka taxi option offers a competitive, fixed price and a flexible cancellation policy for your convenience.
Booking your Rijeka taxi transfer in advance
While there are plenty of taxis in Rijeka that can get you to your destination, there is still the hassle of communicating where you need to go, not having a taxi available when you need one and differing prices between companies. Instead, you can book a Welcome Pickups airport taxi transfer online in less than a minute and have an English-speaking driver collect you at a time and place of your choosing, in one of our air-conditioned modern vehicles, all for an unbeatable price you can rely on.
Rijeka taxi tips
- All official Rijeka taxis must display a sticker with their licence details on the vehicle’s windshield.
- Check that the taximeter has been reset before you begin your ride.
- All Rijeka taxi services should accept card payments but double check with your driver before departing.
- Rijeka taxi drivers must provide a receipt at the end of each journey.
- An automatic 10% tip will be added to your fare for your driver.
Wheelchair-accessible taxi in Rijeka
Although there are no dedicated wheelchair-accessible taxi services available to non-residents of Rijeka, Taxi Stipe aims to provide vehicles that are spacious enough to accommodate a folded wheelchair. They can be contacted directly by phone at +385 (97) 616 1025, with the assurance that one of their drivers is also trained to assist as required.
Rijeka taxi safety and complaints
Given that official taxi companies in Rijeka are very well governed and monitored, you should generally feel safe using these services. If, however, you have an unpleasant experience with a driver or think you have been overcharged, you can file a complaint with the Road Transport Inspectorate in Rijeka or with the Department of Community Wardens. Be sure to note down the driver’s details such as their name, licence number, and the associated company’s details.