How Drop Taxi Fares Are Calculated: Per-KM, Bata & Toll
The four parts of a fare
Most outstation taxi bills combine the per-km charge, driver bata, toll and parking, and any state permit charges.
1. Per-km rate
The rate depends on the vehicle: a Sedan is cheaper than an Innova. Our current rates are listed on the tariff table on our home page.
2. Minimum kilometres
Short trips are billed for a minimum distance (130 km one way, 250 km per day for round trips) to cover the driver’s time and fuel.
3. Driver bata
A fixed daily allowance for the driver: ₹400 for one way and ₹500 per day for round trips.
4. Toll, permit and parking
These are government or third-party charges paid at actuals. Travelling to Karnataka, Kerala or Andhra Pradesh may include inter-state permit and entry charges.
Ask for a quote before you book
A good operator will tell you the per-km rate, minimum km, bata and which extras apply before the trip starts. Use our fare estimator on the home page for an instant estimate.