VEGAS TAXICAB INFORMATION

Las Vegas Taxi Fares & Fees

Numerous taxicab companies and two rideshare services operate in the Las Vegas Valley. The cab companies are A-Cab Co., Checker Cab Co., Deluxe Cab Co., Desert Cab Co., Henderson Cab Co., Lucky Cab Co., Nellis Cab Co., Star Cab Co., Virgin Valley Cab Co., Western Cab Co., Whittlesea Cab Co., and Western Cab Co. The rideshare services are Uber and LYFT.

Approximate Taxicab Rates:

  1. Initial Activation of Taximeter:
    • Amount: $5.25
  2. $8.21 for the 1st mile
  3. $0.37 per each 1/8th mile
    • $2.96 per additional mile
  4. Waiting Time Per Hour: $32.40
  5. Harry Reid Int’l Airport Fee Per Pickup: $2.40
  6. Credit/Debit Card Fee: $3.00
  7. Additional Charges:
    • A 3% excise tax is added to all rates and fees.

*Rates above include a $0.20 per mile fuel surcharge.

When you enter a taxicab, the driver will start the taximeter (referred to as the “drop”), and an initial charge of $5.25 will be registered. If a taxi ride originates at Harry Reid International Airport, an additional airport surcharge of $2.40 per trip is added to the taximeter.

After the initial “drop,” the taximeter will assess a fare of $8.21 for the first mile and $2.96 per additional mile ($.37 for each 1/8th of a mile traveled). If the taximeter senses that the taxicab is moving less than 8-12 MPH, the taximeter will assess a charge of $.27 every 30 seconds ($32.40 per hour waiting time); that is why the taximeter continues to accumulate charges even when the taxicab is not moving. Once the taximeter senses that the taxicab is moving at a speed greater than 8-12 MPH, the fare is calculated on the distance traveled.


Taxi Staging Area Locations at the Airport

At Harry Reid International Airport, the taxi service is regulated by the Nevada Taxicab Authority. Here are the details on taxi cab staging locations:

Remember to jot down the cab company, vehicle number, and driver’s name when traveling to and from the airport, just in case you leave something behind. Safe travels!


Cost of a taxi ride from Reid Airport

The taxi fares from Las Vegas Reid Airport are fixed and vary according to the destination zone. Three zones cover most of the hotels, casinos, and downtown areas on the Las Vegas Strip. To help you understand better, below is a breakdown of the prices for the different zones covering hotels, casinos, and downtown areas:

Las Vegas Reid Airport Taxi Fare Zones

Zone 1: $21.00 fixed price

Zone 2: $25.00 fixed price

Zone 3: $27.00 fixed price

Downtown: $27.00 fixed price

Boulder Highway: $32.00 – $35.00

For a hassle-free taxi experience from Reid Airport to the Strip or downtown attractions, keep these guidelines in mind. Fares are only applicable for direct trips, and any stops outside the designated zones will be charged according to meter rates. Credit card payments incur an additional $3 fee. Use the Taxi Price Estimator to calculate fares for other destinations.


Lost and Found for Las Vegas Taxicabs:

If you have left something inside a taxi cab in Las Vegas, you can call the taxi cab company you rode with directly, or the phone number for the taxi authority, which ultimately receives lost items, is (702) 668-4000 (press 3 for lost and found). You can also use the Taxi Cab Authority’s online form.

Report a Problem with a Taxi Ride:

Do you need to submit a complaint about a taxi ride or driver? Use the complaint form here and detail as much information as possible.


Las Vegas Taxi Companies

The following is a list of Las Vegas taxicab companies that operate in the Las Vegas Valley area, including the City of Las Vegas, the Las Vegas Strip, North Las Vegas, Summerlin, Henderson (Green Valley), and Boulder City.

A Cab Taxi

A Cab Taxi Las VegasCab Description: Dark green skirting and a white body.
Cab Numbers: 1000 – 1499

Address: 1500 Searles, Las Vegas, NV 89101
Phone: ( 702) 365-1900
Website: acablv.com


Checker Cab Co.

Checker Cab Taxi Las VegasCab Description: White body, checker pattern on upper fenders & doors
Cab Numbers: 3500 – 3999

Address: 5225 W. Post Road, Las Vegas, Nevada 89118
Phone: (702) 873-8012
Website: N/A


Deluxe Taxi Service

Deluxe Cab Taxi Las VegasCab Description: White doors, roof & bumper, grey skirting, grey fenders
Cab Numbers: 8000 – 8499

Address: 6055 Emerald Avenue, Las Vegas, NV 89122
Phone: (702) 568-7700
Website: deluxetaxicabservice.com


Desert Cab LLC Operations Series

Desert Cab Taxi Las VegasCab Description: Black skirting, white body, and an orange roof.
Cab Numbers: 4000 – 4499

Address: 4575 Wynn Road. Las Vegas, NV 89103
Phone: (702) 386-4828
Website: desertcabinc.com


Henderson Taxi

Henderson Cab TaxiCab Descriptions: Scheme #1: black skirting, white body, yellow roof; Scheme #2: black skirting, white body, 6″ horizontal yellow stripe along upper quarter panels and doors.
Cab Numbers: 5600 – 5999

Address: 1910 Industrial Road, Las Vegas, Nevada 89102
Phone: (702) 384-2322
Website: N/A


Lucky Cab Co.

Lucky Cab Taxi Las VegasCab Description: Black skirting, white body and roof, magenta fenders.
Cab Numbers: 2500-2999

Address: 4195 Diablo Road, Las Vegas, NV 89118
Phone: (702) 477-7555
Website: luckycablv.com


Nellis Cab Co.

Nellis Cab Taxi Las VegasCab Description: Metalic blue skirting, fenders, white doors, and bumpers.
Cab Numbers: 500 – 999

Address: 5490 Cameron Street, Las Vegas, NV 89118
Phone: (702) 248-1111
Website: nelliscab.com


Star Cab Company

Star Cab Taxi Las VegasCab Description: White body, green roof.
Cab Numbers: 2000 – 2499

Address: 5225 W. Post Road., Las Vegas, Nevada 89118
Phone: (702) 873-2000
Website: N/A


Virgin Valley Cab

Virgin Valley Taxi Las VegasCab Description: White body, purple roof.
Cab Numbers: 7000 – 7499

Address: 5010 S. Valley View Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89118
Phone: (702) 798-3498
Website: N/A


Western Cab Co.

Western Taxi Las VegasCab Description: Brown skirting and white body.
Cab Numbers: 1 – 499

Address: 801 South Main Street, Las Vegas, NV 89101
Phone: (702) 736-8000
Website: N/A


Whittlesea Blue Cab Co.

Whittlesea Taxi Las VegasCab Description:
Scheme #1: Blue skirting, white body, red roof.
Scheme #2: Blue skirting, white body, 6″ horizontal red stripe along upper quarter panels and doors.
Cab Numbers: 5000 – 559

Address: 1910 Industrial Road, Las Vegas, NV 89102
Phone: (702) 384-6111
Website: whittleseabluecab.com


Yellow Checker Star Transportation

Yellow Cab Taxi Las VegasCab Description: White body with a checkered pattern on upper fenders & doors.
Cab Numbers: 3500 – 3999

Address: 5225 W. Post Road, Las Vegas, NV 89118
Phone: (702) 873-2000
Website: ycstrans.com


Las Vegas Taxicab Authority

The Las Vegas Taxicab Authority governs all matters related to taxicabs and limousines in the Las Vegas Area. If you have an issue regarding your ride in a taxi or limousine, including lost and found items, please get in touch with the Taxi Cab Authority (or the taxi cab company you rode with) directly.

Address: 2090 E. Flamingo Rd., Ste. 200
Phone: (702) 668-4000
Email: taxiauth@taxi.state.nv.us
Website: taxi.nv.gov


Las Vegas Taxi Cab Tips

Whether you’re a tourist or a local, navigating the bustling streets of Las Vegas in a taxi cab can be an adventure. To ensure a smooth and cost-effective journey, consider these handy tips:

Las Vegas taxi rides can be enjoyable and cost-effective with a bit of knowledge and preparation. Keep these tips in mind to make the most of your taxi experience in the Entertainment Capital of the World!


Using Public Transportation, such as the bus system and monorail, is another excellent way to move around in Las Vegas!