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    How are taxi prices set in Finland?

    What changed after the taxi reform and what to check.

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    Short answer

    Taxi prices in Finland have been free since the taxi reform of July 2018. Each company sets its own prices. The Consumer Authority and the transport agency say the price, or the basis on which it is calculated, must be told to the customer before the trip, for example on a sticker on the window. For trips that will cost more than 100 euros, agree on the price in advance.

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    Why

    1. KKV's policy brief describes the free pricing that started with the 2018 reform.
    2. Verkkouutiset reported that the price or its basis must be stated before the trip.
    3. For trips over 100 euros, agreeing the price in advance is recommended.

    Details

    Prices can include a start fee, a per-kilometre charge and a time charge. Ordering through an app often gives a fixed price before you confirm.

    Tip

    Compare the window stickers of the taxis in the queue. You are free to choose any of them.

    What may differ

    Prices differ between companies, cities and times of day.

    Common misconception

    All taxis in Finland charge the same official rate.

    What actually happens

    Prices have been free since 2018, so they differ between companies.

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    Sources

    This answer is for reference only. Rules, fees and prices change, so check the official sources before you rely on them.

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