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How are taxi prices set in Denmark?

A national cap, with prices set by each dispatch office.

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Short answer

Each dispatch office sets its own taxi prices, but they may never go above a national price cap set by the transport minister. The cap has a start fee, a kilometre rate and a time rate, with higher levels in the evening, at night, at weekends and on special days. For 2025 the cap was a start fee of 93,19 kr. and 13,98 kr. per km on weekdays from 6.00 to 18.00, and 104,84 kr. and 19,81 kr. per km in the evening, at night and at weekends. The cap is adjusted every year on 1 January.

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Why

  1. On 1 January, 24–26 December and 31 December the 2025 cap was 157,27 kr. to start and 29,71 kr. per km.
  2. A dispatch office may change its prices only once a quarter or less often.
  3. Bridge and ferry fees may be added on top of the price cap.

Details

In 2025 the cap was raised by 3 %, in line with the price and wage index.

Tip

Look at the standard trip price on the taxi door before you get in: it shows what 10 km in 12 minutes costs with that company.

What may differ

The cap amounts change every 1 January, and larger cars for more passengers have a higher km rate.

Common misconception

Many think all Danish taxis charge the same fixed rate.

What actually happens

Only the ceiling is the same nationwide; each dispatch office sets its own prices below it.

People also ask

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Sources

This answer is for reference only. Timetables, routes and fares change, so check the operator before you travel.

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