Transport

Taxi fares in Copenhagen are high – here’s why

The Danish taxi company 4 X 35 has made a comparison of taxi rates in major European cities. If you think it’s expensive in Copenhagen – you’re right.

Copenhagen is the third most expensive city in Europe to ride a taxi. (Photo: Melanie Kastner)
The Copenhagen Post

Copenhagen is one of the most expensive capitals in Europe when it comes to taxi fares.In fact, only Luxembourg City and Bern in Switzerland are more expensive, according to a calculation by taxi company 4 X 35.A distance of 5 kilometers has been covered in 15 minutes. It costs DKK 186, somewhat below DKK 258 […]

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