How much does a taxi cost for 4 kilometers? Hot topics and cost analysis on the entire network
Recently, the discussion about taxi fares has become one of the hot topics on social platforms, especially the price of short-distance travel. Many netizens raised questions about the "4-kilometer taxi fare" and started discussions based on the pricing standards of different cities. This article will combine the hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days to provide you with a detailed analysis of the cost structure of a 4-kilometer taxi, and attach a structured data comparison.
1. Analysis of Taxi Pricing Rules

Taxi fare usually consists of a base fare, mileage fee, and low speed or waiting fee. Pricing standards vary greatly in different cities. The following is an estimate of the 4-kilometer taxi fare in some cities (data comes from public pricing rules and feedback from netizens):
| city | Starting price (including 3 kilometers) | Unit price for excess portion (yuan/km) | Estimated cost for 4 kilometers (yuan) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beijing | 13 yuan | 2.3 yuan | 15.3 yuan |
| Shanghai | 14 yuan | 2.5 yuan | 16.5 yuan |
| Guangzhou | 12 yuan | 2.6 yuan | 14.6 yuan |
| Chengdu | 8 yuan | 1.9 yuan | 9.9 yuan |
| Shenzhen | 10 yuan | 2.6 yuan | 12.6 yuan |
2. Hot topics of discussion among netizens
1.Nighttime fare increase issue: Most cities will charge an additional fee of 20%-30% between 23:00 and 6:00. For example, the fee for 4 kilometers at night in Shanghai may reach about 20 yuan.
2.Platform taxi vs traditional taxi: Some netizens pointed out that the price of "special express" on online ride-hailing platforms (such as Didi and AutoNavi) may be lower than that of taxis, but attention should be paid to dynamic price adjustments.
3.congestion surcharge: Beijing, Shanghai and other cities charge fees when driving at low speeds, ranging from 0.4 to 0.6 yuan per minute, which may cause the actual cost of 4 kilometers to be higher than estimated.
3. How to save money on short-distance travel?
1.Choose carpooling or shared travel: The price of carpooling on some platforms is only 60%-70% of the taxi fare.
2.Pay attention to promotions: Online ride-hailing platforms often launch activities such as instant discounts and discount coupons for new users.
3.public transport alternative: The cost of subway or bus within 4 kilometers is usually less than 5 yuan.
4. Industry trends and policy dynamics
Recently, the Ministry of Transport has proposed "regulating taxi pricing behavior" and many places have begun piloting "smart taxi meters", which may achieve more transparent fare disclosure in the future. In addition, the popularity of new energy taxis may reduce operating costs, and some cities have reduced mileage fees (for example, the unit price of new energy taxis in Xi'an has been reduced to 1.5 yuan/km).
In summary, the cost of a 4-kilometer taxi ride varies greatly depending on the city, time of day, and road conditions. It is recommended to estimate the price through the map APP before traveling, or give priority to more cost-effective travel methods.
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