Geneva is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. If you decided to visit it, then you must also decide what would be the best airport transportation option for you. You can either choose from buses, trains or even taxi, since the airport is not that far from the city.
If you decide to choose a taxi, you can pick one right outside the main terminal at Geneva Airport or you can pre-book one over the internet or phone. There are more than 60 taxi companies in the city so it would be quite difficult not to find an available car once you get there. Customer service is of utmost importance for the Swiss so the services offered by the taxi companies will be prompt, reliable and you will see that all drivers speak English.
Although the price of the fare includes the tax and the tip, usually drivers round up the total to the nearest Franc. You should be aware that the prices will be higher during national holidays, on Sundays or at night.
Here are the average taxi fares for airport taxi in Geneva that you should be aware of, according to your situation:
- The minimum fare is 6.30 CHF
- For each kilometer outside Geneva territory, you will pay 3.80 CHF
- During the public holidays, at night or on Sunday the fare will be 3.80 CHF per kilometer
- If you ask your driver to wait for you, you will pay 60 CHF/per hour
- If you also carry heavy luggage you will have to pay 1.50 CHF more
Choosing a taxi is the fastest option to get to the wanted destination, without having to look for the train or bus station, buy tickets or be careful at what station to get off. Although the price for a taxi fare can get quite high, such as CHF 32 for 6 kilometers from the airport to the city at night, you can still cut the price in half if you choose to travel with another tourist.
If you want a more extravagant ride you can choose chauffeur services and ride in a limousine. Be careful not to be tricked by a broker, therefore,choose only the companies that operate their vehicles and their phone number starts with +41, Switzerland's country code.
It is easy to find airport taxi in Geneva, so this would be an aspect that you won’t have to worry too much during your trip to Geneva.
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