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Romania · RON (lei) · 2026
Flag fall
lei3.5
Per km
lei3.5
Minimum
lei3.5
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Estimated ranges only (±15% for traffic and surcharges). Hootling provides fare information for reference only — actual fares may vary. Always confirm the fare with your driver before travel. Hootling accepts no liability for fare discrepancies.
Use Bolt or Uber — street taxis at OTP airport notorious for overcharging tourists.
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Bucharest taxis start with a flag fall of lei3.5 and charge lei3.5 per km. A typical 3 km city trip costs lei12–lei16. A 10 km trip runs lei33–lei44. Minimum fare is lei3.5.
Use Bolt or Uber — street taxis at OTP airport notorious for overcharging tourists.
Taxis in Bucharest, Romania use RON (lei). Most drivers prefer cash. Some airport taxis may accept cards.
Use a metered taxi or book via a ride-hailing app. Agree on the price before departure if the taxi is unmetered. Scam warning signs include: broken meter claims, asking for payment upfront, and unusually long routes.
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