TAXI / CABBIES, Mumbai

 
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Rickshaws
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xanderde 3 reviews

Rickshaws are everywhere - do take them for the experience and because they are very cheap.

But ensure they 'flag down' the meter - It should read '1' before you start your journey. if it says anything higher than this, make them flag it down again, or get out and choose another rickshaw.

Most drivers will flag down correctly but then overcharge you at the destination hoping you cant read the meter. The meter is easy to read as you just ignore the decimal place and subtract 1. So if it says 2.4 that is 23 rupees. if it says 4.1 that is 40 rupees.

Just point to the meter and say the correct price. The driver may then try to 'haggle' a new 'rip off price' just be insistent and very shortly they will succomb. I dont think its necessary to be angry or shout etc, they are just being cheeky and will usually give in pretty soon.

Sometimes they will ask how much change you want. its up to you, but bear in mind we are talking pence/cents so it wont hurt to leave a few rupees with them.

Also, always carry the written address of you destination and your base (e.g. hotel address) at least in English and if you can, in hindi as well. Often a rickshaw driver will accept your fare even though he doesnt know where it is. he might ask for the address, or keep stopping and asking locals where to go. If you see your destination just tell them to stop otherwise they will keep going round it for ages!

Dont take a rickshaw if pollution or a VERY bumpy ride bothers you (dont if you are pregnant)

Written Aug 31, 2008

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Always Pay By Tariff Card
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travelglobe 6 reviews

When Traveling in Metered Cabs . the Yellow Black metered Taxi . always insist on paying by tariff card approved the the regional transport office R.T.O and in Indian rupees , The minimum fare starts @
Rs13/- when it shows 1.00 on the meter for a distance of 1.5 km. then increases in mutiples . You can match the meter reading on the tariff card to calculate the actual fare. Luggage is charged extra. In case of any dis agreement just order to go to nearest police station for assistance. Usually the cabbie driver will flag down the meter but try to extract extra bucks seeing you are a tourist, always make it clear you will pay by the tariff card and avoid pit falls.

Unique Suggestions: Seek local help for directions, approach local police to resolve the issue. In some places you might find jeeps with "Tourist Police" for guidance.

Updated Mar 30, 2007

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Cab rides to Hell
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ismailb 101 reviews

Usually tourists are informed about the trap they get into while getting into a cab from the airport . These days a lot of tourists get robbed while entering the city from the airport at night .

Unique Suggestions: I would advise you not to travel alone at night in a cab. Call a travel agency in mumbai and have them send a vehicle to come pick you up. Other wise re-schedule your flight so you arrive after 7 in the morning and before 12 midnight . If you have to catch a cab make sure to tell a cop ( who's job it is to note the number of the cab any way ) which cab you plan to take( mostly fiats ) make sure the cop notes the number of the cab , where you plan to go and your personal identification. The problem is even worst for ladies travelling alone . So be sure to take precautionay measures !!

Written Jun 17, 2005

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Why thou has created those Mumbai taxi drivers?
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Tijavi 762 reviews
Mumbai's ubiquitous black and yellow cabs

Cab drivers in Mumbai are no way better than their Manila counterparts. I think they are even worse! Before taking one, you will be well advised to confirm how you will be charged - whether fixed rate or by their antiquated meters. If it's through the latter, you should ask for the conversion table to determine the exact amount you should pay. Of course, you are always free to add extra to a friendly and helpful cabbie.

Whether they speak English or not is another matter, though. :-)

Updated Aug 12, 2004

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Taxi drivers may tell you the...
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missneelam 17 reviews

Taxi drivers may tell you the hotel you want is full, closed, burnt down or whatever, it's because he wants to take you to one that will pay him commission. Treat touts with suspicion. And to avoid this problem, book your hotel room well in Advance.
PLAN AHEAD!

Written Aug 26, 2002

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Local Cabbies/Rickshaws: They...
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ASHFAQUE 21 reviews

Local Cabbies/Rickshaws: They try to fleece you by asking for as much as 3 times the actual fare. TIP- Ask for the Tariff card and then pay accordingly. URL to correct fare for taxis and auto-rickshaws http://www.mumbai-central.com/imp_info/fares.html#taxi

Written Aug 26, 2002

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The cabbiesThey often would...
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Sunflora 47 reviews

The cabbies

They often would quote you an exorbitant price upon arrival at your location. You will notice that there is a meter on the front, sometimes on the outside of the the cab. That is your metered fare. The driver also has a fare chart with details of the corresponding fare for the meter reading. Make sure you ask to check the fare chart to make sure that he is not over quoting you.

I found that if you hail a cab from outside a Hotel or a tourist attraction, the cab driver is more likely to try and overcharge you.

Written Aug 26, 2002

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Amitu 166 reviews

Local Cabbies/Rickshaws: They try to fleece you by asking for as much as 3 times the actual fare.
TIP- Ask for the Tariff card and then pay accordingly.
URL to correct fare for taxis and auto-rickshaws http://www.mumbai-central.com/imp_info/fares.html#taxi

Updated Aug 25, 2002

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at airport or train station,...
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Pierre_Rouss 814 reviews

at airport or train station, confirm cab fare BEFORE you leave. Be aware of how much it should be and refuse if too expansive. Try to find a 'cool cab' not only for the air conditioning but also because of high pollution in Bombay.

Written Aug 24, 2002

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Meter
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johnbradshawlayfield 116 reviews

Taxi and rickshaws are provided by the meter which observes a fixed rate. If you are a westerner or easterner They may fool you.

Written Apr 1, 2006

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