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Taxi & cab ride prices from Essen
Observed taxi fares · updated on 26/07/2026 · How are these prices calculated?
The fares in this table are indicative: the lowest and average prices observed from 50 real quotes, sent by our 287 partner taxi and cab drivers available in Essen, updated regularly. The price you pay is fixed and guaranteed at booking — no surprise at checkout. For reliability, we exclude outliers and keep only recent quotes. monTransport.com aggregates over 2 million quotes to date across France, Belgium, Spain and Germany. Read full methodology →
| Taxi from Essen to | From | Average price | Distance & Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resser Mark 19 km · 28 min | 81€ avg. 178€ | 178€ | 19 km 28 min | |
| Bad Laer 131 km · 1 h 36 min | 236€ avg. 365€ | 365€ | 131 km 1 h 36 min | |
| Düsseldorf Airport 34 km · 33 min | 70€ avg. 88€ | 88€ | 34 km 33 min | |
| The Hague 223 km · 2 h 19 min | 342€ avg. 519€ | 519€ | 223 km 2 h 19 min | |
| Cologne Bonn Airport 82 km · 1 h 1 min | 165€ avg. 175€ | 175€ | 82 km 1 h 1 min | |
| Dortmund Airport 65 km · 1 h 7 min | 71€ avg. 118€ | 118€ | 65 km 1 h 7 min | |
| Bielefeld 155 km · 1 h 30 min | 365€ avg. 401€ | 401€ | 155 km 1 h 30 min |
What's the typical taxi fare between Essen and Resser Mark?
A taxi from Essen to Resser Mark costs 178 € on average (81 € to 279 € depending on vehicle), based on 10 quotes observed.
How much for a taxi from Essen to Bad Laer?
A taxi from Essen to Bad Laer costs 365 € on average (236 € to 471 € depending on vehicle), based on 8 quotes observed.
What's the typical taxi fare between Essen and Düsseldorf Airport?
A taxi from Essen to Düsseldorf Airport costs 88 € on average (70 € to 104 € depending on vehicle), based on 12 quotes observed.
What is the price of a taxi or private cab from Essen to The Hague?
A taxi from Essen to The Hague costs 519 € on average (342 € to 635 € depending on vehicle), based on 7 quotes observed.
What's the typical taxi fare between Essen and Cologne Bonn Airport?
A taxi from Essen to Cologne Bonn Airport costs 175 € on average (165 € to 189 € depending on vehicle), based on 6 quotes observed.
Cheapest cab from Essen to Dortmund Airport price
A taxi from Essen to Dortmund Airport costs 118 € on average (71 € to 141 € depending on vehicle), based on 3 quotes observed.
What's the typical taxi fare between Essen and Bielefeld?
A taxi from Essen to Bielefeld costs 401 € on average (365 € to 460 € depending on vehicle), based on 3 quotes observed.
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- A booster or baby seat for your child,
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- To organize a private shuttle for your events (seminars, congresses, pilgrimages etc.),
- A welcome with a sign at the airport or at the train station.
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The city of Essen is located in the Düsseldorf District in North Rhine-Westphalia region, Germany.
With a population of 593,085 inhabitants, it is home to 8 railway stations and 6 airports in close proximity.
Compare and book taxis, black cabs, radio taxis, ride-hailing apps, and limo services in Essen through monTransport.com. Whether you need a private driver or an Uber ride, our platform provides a convenient solution. There are 69 taxi cab services available 24/7 in Essen on monTransport.com.
During high-demand periods such as football matches, concerts, trade fairs, strikes, or school holidays, taxi availability may be limited in certain areas of Essen.
How do I book a taxi in Essen ?
To book a taxi in Essen, simply follow these steps:- Call a radio taxi or a driver directly
- Go to the nearest taxi rank
- Hail a taxi in the city center of Essen
- Book a Taxi cab driver online
In Essen, hailing a taxi is possible. Look for vehicles with a green light on the roof, indicating their availability. Please note that taxis in Essen cannot stop on the street if a taxi rank is located within 200 meters.
Taxis, private drivers and limo services are generally available at all times in Essen. However, there may be fewer drivers during nighttime hours. Visit monTransport.com to compare prices, book an affordable taxi or private driver in advance, and ensure timely availability. Obtain a quote and know the price and cost of your taxi ride in advance.
Taxi transfer from Essen to nearby airports
Once you're in Essen, easily arrange a taxi transfer to the following nearby airports:- (32km ride in 33min )
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Taxi transfer from Essen to Deutsche Bahn railway stations nearby
When in Essen, you can conveniently book a cab or Uber to reach the nearby Deutsche Bahn railway stations:- (1km ride in 6min )
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Taxi price in Essen
In Essen, taxi fares can either be fixed or variable, displayed on the taximeter. When the taximeter price is lower than the fixed fare, the customer will pay the lower amount.
Taxi fares in Essen are regulated by local and national authorities, with defined maximum prices for taxi rides.
Please note that some leading limo services, such as UBER, may apply surge prices when demand is high and the number of available drivers is limited.
Price adjustments are typically implemented during peak hours in major cities, including the morning rush from 7am to 9am, the evening rush from 5pm to 7pm, and on special event days like strikes or major football matches.
Official and regulated taxis are not permitted to increase prices during peak hours.
Vehicle and driver hire and Tours by Taxi Cab
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Medical taxi
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School taxi service
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