The taxi cost in Mauritius depends on the route and type of journey. For airport travel, a standard transfer for 1–3 passengers costs Rs 1,400 ($35) one way near Mahébourg and Rs 2,000 ($45) one way for most other destinations across Mauritius.
These are planning ranges, not fixed nationwide tariffs.
Your actual fare depends on where you’re travelling, the vehicle you need, how many passengers you have, luggage, waiting time and additional stops.
Larger vehicles have higher airport-transfer rates based on passenger capacity.
Local journeys, sightseeing trips and full-day taxi bookings do not follow the same airport-transfer pricing structure. Their cost depends on the route, stops, waiting time, vehicle and journey requirements.
If you already know your hotel, travel date and itinerary, the most useful number is a confirmed quote for your exact journey.
Prices Can Change Before Your Trip
The time you’re reading this guide is different.
The time you’ll actually visit Mauritius Island will be different.
Therefore, taxi prices, exchange rates, and individual provider rates can change. Use the figures below as planning estimates, then confirm the current price for your exact route and travel date before travelling to Mauritius.
Mauritius Taxi Prices at a Glance
These are the current one-way transfer rates. The south-east rate applies near Mahébourg, while the standard island rate applies elsewhere.
| Vehicle | Passengers | Most of Mauritius | South-East Near Mahébourg | Vehicle Models | Luggage Capacity |
| Standard Transfer | 1–3 | $45 / Rs 2,000 | $35 / Rs 1,400 | Toyota Axio, Premio, Corolla, Kia Cerato | 3 small cabin suitcases or 2 large suitcases + 1 handbag |
| Seven-Seater Car | 1–4 | $50 / Rs 2,200 | $35 / Rs 1,500 | Toyota Wish, Toyota Rush, Mitsubishi Xpander or equivalent | 5 small cabin suitcases or 4 large suitcases + 1 handbag |
| Executive Minivan | 6–8 | $95 / Rs 4,200 | $65 / Rs 2,700 | Toyota Hiace Executive or equivalent | 10 suitcases |
| Coaster Transfer | 9–15 | $170 / Rs 7,500 | $120 / Rs 5,000 | Toyota Coaster, 22–24 seater | 12 large suitcases + 2 handbags |
Need a different setup? Passenger numbers do not tell the whole story. If you are travelling with extra luggage, golf bags, an exceptional group size, multiple stops or a custom route, send your trip details for a personalised quote.
If you have an exceptional number of passengers, oversized luggage, multiple stops or unusual route requirements, contact us at +230 5258 0813 or [email protected] for a customised quote.
How Are Taxi Fares Calculated in Mauritius?
Mauritius taxi fares are influenced by the journey you’re actually asking the driver or transport provider to complete.
There isn’t one useful island-wide price.
Your quote can take into account:
- Route and distance
- Pickup and drop-off points
- Waiting time
- Additional stops
- Passenger numbers
- Luggage
- Vehicle requirements
- One-way or return travel
- Pickup time
This explains why you’ll see different prices online.
Airport transfers have vehicle-based rates, while local taxis and sightseeing journeys need to account for the actual route and service required.
So don’t begin with: “How much is a taxi?”
Begin with: “How much is the taxi for this journey, on this date, for this number of passengers?”
That’s the number that matters.
What Affects the Taxi Cost in Mauritius?
The taxi cost in Mauritius changes according to what the driver needs to do, not simply where you enter the vehicle.
| Factor | Why It Matters |
| Distance and Route | Longer and cross-island journeys require more travel |
| Pickup and Drop-Off | Exact locations determine the route |
| Waiting Time | Waiting changes the structure of the booking |
| Multiple Stops | Additional destinations extend the journey |
| Passengers | Passenger count determines vehicle capacity |
| Luggage | Large or multiple bags require enough storage |
| Vehicle Type | Families and groups can require larger vehicles |
| Return Journey | Return transport differs from a one-way transfer |
Distance and Route
Distance is one of the clearest factors. A short journey around Grand Baie is completely different from travelling from Grand Baie to the airport or south-west Mauritius.
Pickup and Drop-Off Location
Give exact locations. “Flic en Flac” helps. Your exact hotel helps more. This matters for villas and resorts located away from central roads.
Waiting Time
Tell the provider if the driver needs to wait. A direct transfer and a sightseeing journey with two hours at an attraction are different services.
Multiple Stops
Planning a hotel pickup, attraction, lunch stop, and return? Include all of them when requesting the quote.
Passenger and Luggage Requirements
Two passengers with two small bags require less vehicle capacity than six travellers arriving with large suitcases.
Vehicle Type
Vehicle type changes the price because each option has different passenger and luggage capacity.
For transfers across most of Mauritius:
- Standard Transfer, 1–3 passengers: Rs 2,000 ($45) one way
- Seven-Seater Car, 1–4 passengers: Rs 2,200 ($50) one way
- Executive Minivan, 6–8 passengers: Rs 4,200 ($95) one way
- Coaster Transfer, 9–15 passengers: Rs 7,500 ($170) one way
For the south-east coast near Mahébourg, the rates are lower: Rs 1,400 ($35) for a standard transfer, Rs 1,500 ($35) for a seven-seater, Rs 2,700 ($65) for an executive minivan, and Rs 5,000 ($120) for a Coaster.
Choose by luggage as well as passenger count. A couple with oversized luggage can need a larger vehicle, while the Executive Minivan and Coaster are also suitable when travelling with golf bags.
Time and Availability
Very early or late journeys need to be arranged carefully. Some taxi guides also show additional charges for certain nighttime bookings, while pre-booked providers can use a fixed rate regardless of pickup time. Confirm this before booking rather than assuming.
Return Journey Requirements
Tell the provider whether you need one-way transport or a return.
Traveller Tip
Confirm the Full Journey First
A meaningful taxi quote needs the pickup point, destination, travel date, stops, passenger count, luggage, and waiting requirements. Asking “how much is a taxi?” gives you an average. Asking for your exact journey gives you a useful number.
Related: Getting around Mauritius and choosing the right transport
Are Taxi Prices Fixed in Mauritius?
Not every taxi journey follows one universally fixed tourist fare.
This is why taxi prices in Mauritius look inconsistent when you compare websites, travel forums, hotel taxis and pre-booked transfer companies.
A local short trip could be agreed directly with the driver. A pre-booked airport transfer can have its price confirmed before you travel. A full-day sightseeing arrangement is based on an entirely different journey structure.
Pre-arranged airport transfers have clear prices according to the destination area and vehicle. A standard 1–3 passenger transfer costs Rs 1,400 ($35) near Mahébourg or Rs 2,000 ($45) across most other parts of Mauritius.
The practical rule is simple: confirm the complete fare before starting any taxi journey that has not already been booked at a fixed price.
For airport transfers, groups and sightseeing days, arranging the transport before your travel date makes this much easier.
Do Taxis in Mauritius Use Meters?
Not mandatory. Do not assume your fare will simply be calculated from a meter.
Travellers encounter agreed and pre-arranged fares across Mauritius, particularly for airport transfers, longer journeys and tourist transport.
This is more useful to understand than trying to calculate Mauritius taxi rates yourself using a per-kilometre formula.
Some online calculators publish base rates and kilometre rates, but these figures do not consistently match the prices by actual transfer operators for the same routes.
Confirm:
- Where you’re going
- What the journey includes
- What you’ll pay
- Whether waiting or extra stops are included
Do that before leaving.
How Much Is a Taxi From Mauritius Airport?
A standard pre-arranged airport transfer for 1–3 passengers costs Rs 2,000 ($45) one way across most of Mauritius. For the south-east near Mahébourg, the rate is Rs 1,400 ($35) one way.
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport is in the south-east, which is why a separate south-east rate applies.
Here is the current pricing by vehicle:
| Vehicle | Passengers | Most of Mauritius | South-East Near Mahébourg |
| Standard Transfer | 1–3 | Rs 2,000 ($45) | Rs 1,400 ($35) |
| Seven-Seater Car | 1–4 | Rs 2,200 ($50) | Rs 1,500 ($35) |
| Executive Minivan | 6–8 | Rs 4,200 ($95) | Rs 2,700 ($65) |
| Coaster Transfer | 9–15 | Rs 7,500 ($170) | Rs 5,000 ($120) |
North Mauritius
Grand Baie, Pereybère and Trou aux Biches require a cross-island journey from the airport. The standard 1–3 passenger airport transfer rate for this part of Mauritius is Rs 2,000 ($45) one way.
West Mauritius
Flic en Flac and Tamarin sit on the west coast. A standard 1–3 passenger airport transfer is Rs 2,000 ($45) one way.
East Mauritius
For east-coast destinations such as Belle Mare and Palmar, the standard 1–3 passenger airport transfer rate is Rs 2,000 ($45) one way.
South and South-East Mauritius
Mahébourg and nearby south-east destinations sit much closer to the airport. The south-east standard transfer rate for 1–3 passengers is Rs 1,400 ($35) one way.
Central Mauritius and Port Louis
Port Louis, Moka, Quatre Bornes, Rose Hill, Ébène and Curepipe sit across the central part of Mauritius. The standard 1–3 passenger airport transfer rate across most of Mauritius is Rs 2,000 ($45) one way.
If your group needs a larger vehicle, use the vehicle rates in the table above. For exceptional luggage, passenger numbers or unusual route requirements, request a customised quote before travelling.
Get your actual taxi from Mauritius Airport arranged before you fly to Mauritius. You can arrange your airport pickup with MoRide using your hotel, passenger count, luggage, and arrival details so the journey is built around your actual trip.
Related: What taxi service should you use while travelling in Mauritius?
Taxi Estimate vs Confirmed Quote: What’s the Difference?
An estimate answers: “What could this journey cost?”
A confirmed quote answers: “What will my arranged journey cost?”
That’s a big difference.
The airport tables above are estimates because they cannot automatically know:
- Your exact hotel
- Your travel date
- Passenger count
- Suitcase count
- Vehicle requirement
- Extra stops
- Waiting requirements
- Return arrangements
A confirmed Mauritius taxi price uses the information you provide. This distinction matters most for local journeys and sightseeing bookings where stops, waiting time, and route details change the service required.
Use MoRide’s official airport-transfer prices when your journey fits those conditions. For anything outside them, request a quote for the actual journey.
Popular Taxi Routes in Mauritius and How Pricing Works
Visitors don’t travel only between the airport and their hotel.
Port Louis, Grand Baie, Flic en Flac, Belle Mare, Mahébourg and the central towns create plenty of city-to-city and coast-to-coast journeys.
A taxi in Mauritius can cover these journeys, but local and sightseeing routes should not be priced using an airport-transfer tariff.
| Route | Price Guidance |
| Airport → Grand Baie | Rs 2,000 ($45) standard 1–3 passenger transfer |
| Airport → Flic en Flac | Rs 2,000 ($45) standard 1–3 passenger transfer |
| Airport → Belle Mare | Rs 2,000 ($45) standard 1–3 passenger transfer |
| Airport → Le Morne | Rs 2,000 ($45) standard 1–3 passenger transfer |
| Airport → Port Louis | Rs 2,000 ($45) standard 1–3 passenger transfer |
| Airport → Mahébourg area | Rs 1,400 ($35) standard 1–3 passenger transfer |
| Port Louis → Flic en Flac | Request route-specific quote |
| Port Louis → Grand Baie | Request route-specific quote |
| Grand Baie → Belle Mare | Request route-specific quote |
| Flic en Flac → Chamarel | Request sightseeing quote |
| Port Louis → Curepipe | Request route-specific quote |
| Port Louis → Quatre Bornes | Request route-specific quote |
| Ébène → Grand Baie | Request route-specific quote |
| Mahébourg → Port Louis | Request route-specific quote |
That’s exactly where a route-specific quote is more useful.
Planning several parts of the island? You should read our Mauritius road-trip guide to group attractions by region before deciding which journeys need a driver.
How Much Does a Full-Day Taxi Cost in Mauritius?
A full-day taxi requires a customised quote because the journey includes waiting time, multiple stops, and several hours with the vehicle. However, the one-way transfer rates give you a clear starting point for understanding how vehicle size affects transport costs.
For example, current transfer prices range from Rs 2,000 ($45) for a standard 1–3 passenger vehicle to Rs 7,500 ($170) for a Coaster carrying larger groups.
Here is an easy vehicle comparison:
| Vehicle | Capacity | One-Way Transfer Price |
| Standard Transfer | 1–3 passengers | Rs 2,000 ($45) |
| Seven-Seater Car | 1–4 passengers | Rs 2,200 ($50) |
| Executive Minivan | 6–8 passengers | Rs 4,200 ($95) |
| Coaster Transfer | 9–15 passengers | Rs 7,500 ($170) |
These rates apply to one-way transfers around Mauritius, excluding the separate south-east pricing near Mahébourg. They are not full-day sightseeing prices.
For south-east journeys near Mahébourg, the one-way rates are Rs 1,400 ($35) for a standard transfer, Rs 1,500 ($35) for a seven-seater, Rs 2,700 ($65) for an executive minivan and Rs 5,000 ($120) for a Coaster.
A full-day booking is different.
Your driver stays with your transport plan as you move between attractions, which means the final price needs to account for:
- Number of hours
- Planned route
- Attractions and stops
- Waiting requirements
- Lunch stops
- Hotel pickup and return
- Passenger count
- Luggage or equipment
- Required vehicle size
For example, two travellers taking a standard car for a straightforward sightseeing route have completely different requirements from 12 travellers using a Coaster for an island-wide itinerary.
Full-Day Price
The figures above give you a genuine vehicle-price reference, but they cover one-way transfers rather than full-day hire. For a full-day taxi, send your itinerary, passenger count and vehicle requirements to receive the exact price for your trip.
If you have an exceptional number of passengers, golf bags, substantial luggage, several sightseeing stops or a custom route, send the complete trip details for a personalised quote.
Don’t compare a direct transfer with a full-day driver. They are different services, but these vehicle rates give you a much more useful pricing reference before requesting your sightseeing quote.
Point-to-Point Taxi vs Full-Day Taxi
A point-to-point journey is simple:
Pickup → destination.
Examples include:
- Airport → hotel
- Hotel → restaurant
- Hotel → beach
- Hotel → activity meeting point
Once you arrive, that journey is finished.
A full-day booking is built around an itinerary.
For example:
Hotel → Trou aux Cerfs → Grand Bassin → Black River Gorges → Chamarel → Le Morne → hotel.
The driver remains part of the transport plan while you move between attractions.
Waiting, route sequence, sightseeing stops, lunch, and the hotel return all matter.
If you want several attractions in one day, give MoRide the complete route when asking for the price.
One itinerary. One planned transport arrangement. Far easier than trying to organise another taxi after every stop.
Related: Best places to visit across Mauritius
Is It Better to Pre-Book a Taxi in Mauritius?
Yes, pre-booking is particularly useful when your journey is time-sensitive, long, or has specific requirements.
You don’t need to pre-book every short local journey.
But you should seriously consider it for:
- Airport arrivals
- Early flights
- Catamaran departures
- Dolphin excursions
- Families with children
- Large luggage
- Group transport
- Remote hotels
- Cross-island journeys
- Multi-stop sightseeing
- Late returns
A pre-booked Mauritius taxi service also gives you the opportunity to confirm the price before the travel day.
That’s especially useful when online figures for the same destination vary by hundreds or even thousands of MUR.
If you’ve booked a catamaran trip, confirm its meeting point first and arrange your pickup backwards from the required check-in time.
When to Request Your Taxi in Advance
Pre-book airport transfers, early departures, cross-island journeys, group transport, child-seat requests, multi-stop sightseeing and return transfers. These are the journeys where knowing the vehicle, pickup time, and price before the day gives you the most value.
Related: Swimming with dolphins in Mauritius
What Should You Confirm Before Accepting a Taxi Fare?
Before accepting the fare, make sure both sides are talking about the same journey.
Confirm:
- Exact pickup location
- Exact destination
- Travel date
- Pickup time
- Additional stops
- One-way or return
- Waiting requirements
- Passenger count
- Luggage
- Vehicle requirement
- Child-seat requirement
- Payment method
- Total agreed arrangement
This becomes even more important when comparing prices.
A standard car and a large minibus are not competing prices for the same service. Neither are a direct transfer and an eight-hour sightseeing day. Compare like with like.
Neither are a direct transfer and an eight-hour sightseeing day. Compare like with like.
How Can You Avoid Taxi Fare Confusion?
Agree on the journey and price before travelling.
That’s the simplest way to keep your Mauritius taxi fare clear.
Give the provider the full route.
If you want a stop, include it. If the driver needs to wait, include it. If you need the same vehicle back to your hotel, include the return.
And don’t rely too heavily on a taxi price you found in an old forum discussion.
Even current prices vary significantly between providers. Save your booking confirmation and keep the provider’s contact details available during your trip. Most importantly, ask what the quoted price actually includes.
A cheap-looking number becomes much less useful if it is based on a different vehicle or journey structure.
Can You Pay a Mauritius Taxi by Card?
Card payment should not be assumed for every taxi.
Some pre-booked services accept online or card payments, while individual drivers can operate differently. But MoRide always prioritises your ease and comfort; therefore, we also accept both cash and card payment.
Confirm the payment method when you book.
If you’re arranging a local taxi directly, ask before starting the journey.
It is also useful to carry some MUR during your holiday for small purchases, local markets and situations where cash is more practical.
If you’re still working out your travel money, read our guide to using cash and cards in Mauritius before deciding how much MUR to carry.
FAQs About Mauritius Taxi Fares
How Much Does a Taxi Cost in Mauritius?
The taxi cost in Mauritius depends on the journey. For airport transfers, a standard vehicle for 1–3 passengers costs Rs 1,400 ($35) near Mahébourg or Rs 2,000 ($45) across most of Mauritius. Local trips and full-day sightseeing journeys require route-specific pricing.
Are Mauritius Taxi Fares Fixed?
There is no single tourist fare covering every taxi journey. Pre-booked providers can offer a fixed quote for a specific route, while locally arranged taxi fares can work differently. Confirm the total before departure.
Do Taxis in Mauritius Use Meters?
Do not assume your journey will be priced solely through a meter. Agreed and pre-booked fares are common for tourist journeys and transfers. Confirm the pricing arrangement before leaving.
How Much Is a Taxi From Mauritius Airport?
A standard pre-arranged airport transfer for 1–3 passengers costs Rs 2,000 ($45) one way across most of Mauritius. The south-east rate near Mahébourg is Rs 1,400 ($35). Larger vehicles have separate rates based on passenger capacity.
What Affects the Taxi Cost in Mauritius?
Distance, route, destination, stops, waiting, passenger count, luggage, vehicle type, pickup time, and return requirements all affect the final quote.
How Does a Mauritius Airport Taxi Fare Work?
Airport-transfer pricing depends on the destination area and vehicle capacity. Standard 1–3 passenger transfers are Rs 1,400 ($35) near Mahébourg and Rs 2,000 ($45) across most of Mauritius. Seven-seaters, executive minivans and coasters have separate rates.
Can I Pay a Taxi Driver by Card?
It depends on the provider or driver. Confirm card, online, or cash payment options before the journey.
Can I Book One Taxi for Several Sightseeing Stops?
Yes, if the provider offers full-day or multi-stop transport. Give the complete itinerary beforehand so the quote reflects the route, waiting time, and return journey.
Know Your Route? Get the Price That Actually Matters
Online averages are useful for answering one question: “What should I roughly budget?“
But if your Mauritius holiday is already booked, you’re beyond that stage.
You know your hotel. You know your travel dates. You probably know when your flight lands. So get the number that matters.
Tell MoRide:
- Where you need pickup
- Where you’re travelling
- Your date and pickup time
- How many people are travelling
- How much luggage you’re bringing
- Whether you need stops or a return
We can use those details to arrange the right vehicle and provide a trip-specific quote before you travel. No guessing from somebody else’s holiday. Just the taxi cost in Mauritius for the journey you’re actually taking.
Sources
| Source | Link |
| Taxi Service Mauritius | https://taxiservicemauritius.com/request-a-quote/pick-and-drop/ |
| Taxis Mauritius | https://taxismauritius.com/mauritius-taxi-prices/ |
| Welcome Pickups | https://www.welcomepickups.com/mauritius/taxi/ |
| Welcome Pickups | https://www.welcomepickups.com/mauritius/airport-taxi/ |
| AirMundo | https://airmundo.com/en/mauritius-sir-seewoosagur-ramgoolam-airport/taxi/ |
| Intui Travel | https://en.intui.travel/guide/book-mauritius-airport-taxi-cost/ |
The airport-transfer figures in this guide reflect the currently available rates used on this website. Local taxi journeys, sightseeing routes, waiting time, additional stops and other customised transport requirements need a separate quote. Rates can also change, so confirm your booking price before your travel date.
