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How do I pay a taxi in Boston?

When you book a Boston taxi service with SIXT, you do not need to worry about having cash on hand to pay for your ride. Instead, your fare will be instantly charged to your credit card of choice through our app.



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Can I pay the charges to the driver in cash? Yes, for customer who prefer to pay in cash we Pay by Credit car which only charge you $1 at the time of booking. The rest of the amount can be paid to the driver driver by Cash or Credit Card.

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In conclusion, while Uber is often cheaper than a taxi, surge pricing can make it more expensive in certain situations. As Boston to New york car service provider, our customers should have access to all the information necessary to make informed decisions about their transportation options.

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Way2ride is another e-hailing platform for the cab industry, and it connects to Apple Pay and Google Wallet and debuted recently in Boston as well. It's designed by San Jose-based electronic payments company Verifone, and works only with licensed cabbies.

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Prepare to pay more for your Uber ride as the company starts adding a surcharge to help drivers offset the cost of higher gas prices. An Uber ride will cost more than usual for at least two months as the rideshare company adds a surcharge to cover the cost of rising fuel prices in Massachusetts.

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The average price for this trip is $27. Open the Uber app and input Boston MA in the “Where to?” box. The price estimate for each ride option will appear; scroll to see what's available. Prices will vary based on time of day and how many riders are making requests.

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Turns out, there's a simple answer: It's illegal. Back in 1978, when credit cards were in their infancy, the state's powers that be approved the Discrimination Against Cash Buyers amendment, requiring all retail establishments in Massachusetts to accept cash.

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How much is taxi from Boston Airport to downtown? A taxi ride from Boston Airport to Boston Downtown costs around $25-$45, depending on traffic and time of day.

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  1. Boston Logan Taxi Cab : 617-499-4800.
  2. Boston Cab, 617-536-5010.
  3. City Cab, 617-536-5100.
  4. ITOA, 617-825-4000.
  5. Metro Cab, 617-242-8000.
  6. 617TaxiCab 617-829-4222.
  7. Independent Cab 617-267-1313.


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Taxis are available at each terminal on Arrivals Level except Terminal C where taxis are located on the Ground Level of the Central Parking Garage.

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Get off at the Porter Square station. Rideshare/Taxi: An Uber/Lyft from Logan Airport will cost approximately $25-$35 (a taxi $45-$55) and takes about 20-30 minutes depending on traffic.

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On-Airport Shuttle Massport provides free shuttle bus service between airline terminals, the Rental Car Center, the Water Transportation dock, and Airport Station on the MBTA Blue Line. All Massport shuttle buses feature low-floors for easier boarding, luggage racks, and are wheelchair lift-equipped.

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Silver Line Rapid Transit Buses The Silver Line operates from 5:30 a.m. to 12:30 a.m., seven days a week. This route is your best option to: Downtown Boston.

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Passengers can use their favorite ride app to get picked up or dropped-off at Boston Logan International Airport. Please be aware that there are designated areas for ride app pickups and drop-offs at the airport. Please select your terminal below to learn more about where to find ride app locations when you travel.

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A decline in the demand for Ubers and Lyfts during the COVID-19 pandemic has led to fewer drivers on the road. The average wait for a ride in Boston this spring was 40 percent longer than wait times in Philadelphia and 147 percent longer than in New York City, according to Uber.

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There may be a few reasons why taxi drivers prefer cash payments over card payments. These include: 1. Immediate payment: Cash payments provide immediate payment to the driver without any delay or potential chargebacks, unlike card payments which may be subject to processing times and potential chargebacks.

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Being paid with cash means drivers have money ready to pay for ongoing costs such as fuel, repairs and maintenance. While many card transactions can be instant, some can take days to process and the driver has to wait for the money to reach their account. They may also pay a charge for each electronic transaction.

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