Best Taxi Services In New Orleans

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If you’re planning coming to New Orleans for one of its top-rated festivals, you should know that it can be difficult to get around in the city. Getting the right taxi can make all the difference.

In this article, we’ll discuss the best taxi services you can use to get where you need to go around New Orleans.

Of course, you may already have a vehicle but choose not to drive it to avoid paying parking fees in the city. Whatever your reason for needing a taxi, the good thing is that New Orleans has several companies to choose from.

Here Are The Best Taxi Services In New Orleans

We’re going to list for you along with a review so that you can get a good sense of what to expect.

New Orleans Airport Cab

201 N Claiborne Ave, New Orleans, LA 70112 | (504) 377-4774

Here’s what one customer says about New Orleans Airport Cab:

“Thanks for the ride, very good service I’m happy to leave my review and I was on time for my flight and my driver drove very well on the I-10 thanks for making my last day in New Orleans the best!”

American Taxi Cab Company

2728 Conti St, New Orleans, LA 70119 | (504) 299-0386

Here’s what one customer says about American Taxi Cab Co: “HONEST AND CHEAP!! It cost less for 3 trips with this company than it did 1 trip with another company (all the same distance)!”

Nola Pedicabs

1025 Bienville St #9, New Orleans, LA 70112 | (504) 274-1300

Here’s what one rider says about Nola Pedicabs: “Always on time and ready to roll! Great team, and very knowledgeable about the city. Quick, and easy experience to get around the French Quarter.”

Glenn’s Cab Co

639 Monroe St, Gretna, LA 70053 | (504) 361-3555

Here’s what one rider says about Glenn’s Cab Co: “If you use Glenn’s please ask for SPADE. He was on time, thorough, and passionate about his job. I laughed the entire trip. Thanks Spade for a memorable experience.”

United Cabs

1634 Euterpe St, New Orleans, LA 70130 | (504) 522-9771

Here’s what one rider says about United Cabs Inc. “After getting a few different cabs in NOLA we soon realized that United was the most honest and fare company. The drivers we had were awesome. You might have to wait a few extra minutes because they are so busy, but it’s definitely worth it. We made the mistake Of taking a different cab to a restaurant just over 2 miles away and got charged $30!! So on the way back we called United. And it was $12.85! We won’t make that mistake again. Thanks United! We are telling everyone who’s planning in visiting NOLA about you.”

How Much Does A Taxi Cab Cost In New Orleans?

A taxi cab customer is typically charged based on the distance he or she is traveling. The City of New Orleans has produced the following fee schedule for taxi cabs in the city.

162-745	METER DROP	$3.50
162-745	EACH ADDITIONAL 1/8 MILE	.30 CENTS
162-746	CHARTER TRIP	$35.00 PER HOUR (minimum of 2 hours)
162-745	ADDITIONAL PASSENGER AFTER ONE	$1.00 PER PERSON ON REGULAR TAXI TRIPS
162-748	ADDITIONAL CHARGE FOR FERRIAGE & BRIDGE FEES	TOLL FEE BASED ON ROUND TRIP CHARGE

162-747	SPECIAL EVENT RATE (Sp. Event- regularly scheduled sporting events and/or concerts two hours before and after event at Fogelman Arena, Superdome, UNO Lakefront Arena, City Park Stadium, Pan-American Stadium, Southern University Gymnasium, Xavier Field House, Yulman Stadium, Saenger, Smoothie King Center or the Fair Grounds)	$7.00 PER PERSON OR THE METER FARE
162-755	UNO LAKEFRONT ARENA (to or from any location in an area bounded by Galvez St., Esplanade Ave., the Mississippi River and Jackson Ave.)	$9.00 PER PERSON
162-749	TO OR FROM THE WESTBANK	METER FARE PLUS $1.00
162-753	TO OR FROM THE ARMSTRONG INT’L AIRPORT OR KENNER TO OR FROM ANY WESTBANK LOCATION	1 OR 2 PASSENGERS-$36.00 3 OR MORE-$15.00 PER PERSON PLUS THE WESTBANK METER FARE TO OR FROM THE TOLL PLAZA
162-753	TO OR FROM ARMSTRONG INT’L AIRPORT OR KENNER TO ELYSIAN FIELDS BOUNDARY LINE (in addition use meter fare pass boundary line)	1 OR 2 PASSENGERS-$36.00 3 OR MORE-$15.00 PER PERSON
162-753	N. O. LAKEFRONT AIRPORT (to or from any location in an area bounded by Galvez St., Esplanade Ave., the Mississippi River and Jackson Ave.)	1 OR 2 PASSENGERS-$25.00 3 OR MORE-$10.00 PER PERSON
162-753	TO OR FROM ALVIN CALENDAR FIELD	1 OR 2 PASSENGERS-$36.00 3 OR MORE-$15.00 PER PERSON PLUS THE WESTBANK METER RATE TO OR FROM THE TOLL PLAZA OR METER FARE (whichever greater)
162-755	GROCERY STORE INCLUDING ALL PASSENGERS	$6.00 OR METER FARE (whichever greater)
	TO OR FROM UNION PASSDENGER TERMINAL (U.P.T.) INCLUDING ALL PASSENGERS	$12.00 OR METER FARE(whichever greater)
162-755	TRANSFER OF LUGGAGE BETWEEN HOTEL, MOTEL OR CONVENTION CENTER INCLUDING ALL PASSENGERS	$12.00 or meter fare (whichever greater)
162-755	TO OR FROM CRUISE SHIP INCLUDING ALL LUGGAGE	$14.00-ONE PASSENGER, 2 OR MORE PASSENGERS-$8.00 PER PERSON OR THE METER FARE (whichever greater)

Final Word

When it comes to getting a cab in New Orleans, make sure you tell them exactly where you’re going and keep an eye on the meter.

Always use your phone’s GPS to follow the path of the taxi. Be mindful about any shortcuts you see the driver take, and ask them to stick to the route.

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James Johnson

James Johnson is a writer originally from New York City. She has lived in the South for the last 15 years and enjoys Creole cooking and shrimp and grits.