TAS · Tasmania
Hobarttaxi & cab fares · 2026
Hobart taxi fares are regulated by the Tasmanian Department of State Growth. Tasmania publishes separate rate schedules for the mainland fleet and for the King Island and Flinders Island operators — Hobart trips fall under the mainland schedule.
In Hobart, "cab" and "taxi" refer to the same regulated vehicle — same Tasmanian Department of State Growth meter, same maximum tariff. The calculator below applies the 2026 schedule for sedan, maxi (5+ passengers) and wheelchair-accessible trips, and detects Uber-comparison scenarios automatically.
Popular Hobart routes
Hobart Airport (HBA)
Hobart Airport (HBA) is about 17 km from the CBD on the eastern shore. There is no Airport Access Fee in Tasmania. A single rank operates outside arrivals; the trip into town takes roughly 20 minutes and runs across the Tasman Bridge.
How much is a taxi from Hobart Airport to Hobart CBD?
A metered Hobart taxi from Hobart Airport to the Hobart CBD is typically A$45 – A$58 on the day rate (typical A$50), running on the regulated Tasmania meter set by Tasmanian Department of State Growth. The night, late-night and public-holiday tariffs add to that figure; tolls and airport access fees are passed through on top.
Where to find a Hobart taxi rank
- 01Elizabeth Street Mall — primary CBD rank
- 02Salamanca Place — busy on Saturday mornings during the market
- 03Sandy Bay Road — near UTAS Sandy Bay campus
- 04Constitution Dock — for cruise passengers and waterfront restaurants
- 05Pre-book for early-morning airport runs — limited cars at the rank before 6am
What's different in TAS
Smaller fleet means longer wait times late at night, especially on Sundays. Cruise-ship arrivals at Macquarie Wharf can briefly empty the rank pool — pre-book if you have a flight.
Hobart taxi fares · frequently asked
How much is a taxi from Hobart Airport to the CBD?
A taxi from Hobart Airport to the Hobart CBD is approximately A$50 on the regulated meter, including the small forecourt access fee added at the rank. The trip is around 17 km via the Tasman Bridge.
How much is a taxi from Hobart CBD to MONA?
A Hobart CBD to MONA (Museum of Old and New Art) taxi is typically A$25–A$35 on the day rate. Many visitors also use the MONA ferry from Brooke Street Pier in the city centre.
Are Tasmanian island taxi fares more expensive?
Yes — Tasmania publishes separate regulated tariffs for King Island and Flinders Island operators, with a higher flagfall and per-km than the mainland Tasmanian rate. The difference reflects the much smaller fleet and higher operating costs on the islands.
When does Hobart switch to the night taxi rate?
Tasmania uses the day tariff from 6am to 8pm and the higher night tariff from 8pm to 6am the following morning. A further Friday/Saturday late-night surcharge applies; public holidays use the night rate for the full day.