Travel safely with Welcome Pickups
Net Safety Score
We’ve introduced a metric indicating how safe travellers feel when using our services during the COVID-19 pandemic. After every ride, we ask each traveller to leave a review.
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20 minute gap between transfers
Following each ride, our drivers have at least 20 minutes to thoroughly clean the surfaces of the car and ventilate the cabin.
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Regular Car Sanitisation
Our drivers thoroughly sanitise and disinfect cars according to Welcome Safety Protocol
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Contactless ride
When you book, you can request to have zero contact with the driver during the transfer with just one click. In this case, the driver won’t help you with your luggage or shake hands.
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Sanitiser in every car
We provide hand sanitisers and hand wipes for all our travellers. Our drivers have their own sanitiser, which they use before and after every ride
Louisville Taxi Service
Founded in 1778, Louisville is the largest city in Kentucky and is located in the northern part of the state by the Falls of the Ohio River. Known as “Bourbon City,” Louisville has ample Southern charm and a rich bourbon and whiskey distilling legacy that you can explore through its historic distilleries. The riverfront city is also the hometown of the world-famous boxer Muhammad Ali, the Kentucky Derby horse race, and the Louisville Slugger baseball bat. Take a relaxing stroll through Louisville’s streets to admire iconic buildings of Neo-Gothic and Revivalist architecture, visit its popular museums, and enjoy the traditional smokehouses and southern delicacies!
There is so much to experience in Louisville that you will need to find a way to move around the city that is both fast and reliable. Taking a taxi or private transfer is one of the most convenient options available and will help you make the most of your time there. For a safe and comfortable ride at a guaranteed set rate, we recommend that you book your taxi in advance.
Hand picked & english speaking drivers
Same price as a regular Taxi from the line
Drivers are always on time
24/7 Email & Phone support
How much does a taxi cost?
(05:00 - 24:00)
(00:00 - 05:00)
Louisville taxi prices
Getting a local yellow taxi in Louisville, KY, is a safe option as the taxicabs are reliable and well-regulated. By law, every Louisville cab must be equipped with a taximeter to ensure that fares are correctly calculated. Local taxi drivers usually offer a flat-rate fee of $19.55 (€19.99) for direct transfers from Louisville Airport to downtown locations.
Standard rate
First mile or less — $4.70 (€4.84)
Each additional mile — $2.25 (€2.32)
Waiting time — 30¢ (€0.31) per minute
Hourly rate — $20.75 (€21.38) per hour
Additional charges
For every passenger after the 5th passenger — $3 (€3.09)
Kentucky and Indiana bridge toll — $4 (€4.12)
Metered airport transfers— $1.25 (€1.29)
Metered fares and toll fees are subject to change, and additional charges may be incurred depending on the time of day or on national holidays.
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How to get a taxi in Louisville
There are a lot of options available for finding a Louisville taxi. There are local taxicabs that calculate fares by using a taximeter and there are also private cab companies that offer their own rates that you can enquire about when booking. To book a taxi service in Louisville KY, you can call one of the recommended services below:
La Grange Taxi: +1 (502) 758 3217
Private Rides: +1 (502) 436 0266
TARC 3: +1 (502) 213 3217
Pre-book your Louisville taxi service
The fastest and easiest way to start your vacation in the charming city of Louisville is to book your airport transfer in advance with Welcome. We offer guaranteed on-time pickups, personalised transfers and 24/7 customer support so that you can relax and enjoy every moment of your time in Louisville.
Louisville taxi tips
- As private cab companies don’t use taximeters, make sure you enquire about their rates before booking.
- Local taxis have some set-rate fares that they use for direct transfers, including from the airport to downtown locations.
- Tipping is standard in Louisville, as it is across the US. For a taxi ride, the tipping etiquette calls for 15 to 20% of the total fare. If your ride is less than $10, you are expected to leave no less than a dollar.
- Before you set off, check that the taximeter has been reset to the initial fare and is on the right tariff setting.
Wheelchair-accessible taxi service in Louisville, KY
Many taxi services in Louisville, KY specialise in accessible and medical transport. For example, you can book a fully wheelchair-accessible ride with Able Care Transportation by calling +1 (502) 267 1911, with Alpha Medical by phoning +1 (502) 936 9154, or by reaching out to CareConextion at +1 (502) 466 7000.
Safety and complaints for taxis in Louisville KY
Taxis in Louisville are well-regulated and considered safe to use. However, travellers are always advised to check that the driver’s licence and registration information are available and to monitor the taximeter throughout the ride. Should you want to file a complaint of any nature, you can contact MetroCall at +1 (502) 574 5000.