Getting around by cab and VTC Madrid

In Madrid, of course, you'll find plenty of cabs, easily identifiable by their color: all white with a red stripe on the front doors. The initial fare is €2.50 from Monday to Friday, between 6am and 9pm. At night, on weekdays and weekends, the initial price is €3.15. A trip in the city center costs around €7.

Tele Taxi ✆ +34 913 712 131

Radio Taxi Independiente ✆ +34 914 051 213

Radio Teléfono Taxi - Euro Taxi (approved for the motor-impaired) ✆ +34 915 478 200 - +34 915 478 500

Madrid is a city where it's easy to get around by cab. Madrid's official cabs are white with a diagonal red stripe across the door and display a green light on the roof when available. Cab fares vary according to the time of day and the area you're in. On weekdays, fare 1 is charged from 7am to 9pm, while fare 2 is charged from 9pm to 7am. Rates are also different on public holidays. In addition to the basic fare, there may be extra charges, for example if you are taking a cab from a bus or train station. It's important to check that the meter is running and set to the correct fare. Some cabs accept credit cards, but it is advisable to have cash on hand. For people with reduced mobility, there is a special cab service called Eurotaxi.