When discussing the cost of a taxi ride, the correct word is "fare." A fare refers specifically to the price a passenger pays for a journey on public transport, such as a taxi, bus, train, or airplane. For example, you might ask, "What is the flat fare to the airport?" or "Does the taxi fare include the tip?" On the other hand, "fair" is an adjective that refers to something being just, equitable, or according to the rules (e.g., "That was a fair price"). It can also refer to an event, like a "county fair." If a taxi driver charges you an exorbitant amount, you might say, "That fare was not fair." To remember the difference, think of the 'e' in fare as standing for "expense" or "entry" into the vehicle. In 2026, most taxi fares are calculated via a digital meter that tracks both distance and time, and in many major cities, "upfront pricing" or "flat fares" for airport transfers are becoming the standard to ensure the price is both a fixed fare and a fair deal for the passenger.