How much does a taxi cost for 13 kilometers? Hot topics and cost analysis on the entire network
Recently, "taxi-hailing costs" have become one of the hot topics on social platforms, especially the cost of short-distance travel (such as 13 kilometers). This article combines hotspot data from the entire network in the past 10 days to analyze the differences in taxi prices in different cities, and provides a structured comparison table to help users clearly understand the cost of travel.
1. Background of hot topics

With oil price fluctuations and platform subsidy policy adjustments, users in many places reported that taxi fees have increased slightly. The Weibo topic #taxi is expensive # has been read more than 120 million times, and Douyin-related videos have been played more than 80 million times. Consumers are generally concerned about "how to choose the most economical way to travel."
2. Comparison of taxi fares for 13 kilometers
| city | Daytime price (economy type) | Night price (economy) | Price increase ratio during peak hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beijing | 35-42 yuan | 45-55 yuan | 20% |
| Shanghai | 38-45 yuan | 48-58 yuan | 15% |
| Guangzhou | 30-36 yuan | 40-48 yuan | 10% |
| Chengdu | 28-33 yuan | 35-42 yuan | 12% |
3. Key factors affecting price
1.Starting price difference: The basic starting price in each city ranges from 8 yuan (second- and third-tier cities) to 14 yuan (first-tier cities).
2.Mileage fee calculation: Most platforms adopt tiered pricing, and the cost per kilometer increases by 0.5-1 yuan after exceeding 10 kilometers.
3.Dynamic price increase: During rainy and snowy weather or during major events, the price increase in some areas can reach 50%.
4. Summary of money-saving tips (excerpts from popular comments)
| method | Estimated savings | Applicable platforms |
|---|---|---|
| Carpooling | 5-8 yuan | Didi, Gaode |
| Coupon combination | 3-10 yuan | Meituan, T3 |
| Calling a car during peak hours | 4-7 yuan | All platforms |
5. Expert advice
Li Ming, a transportation industry analyst, pointed out: "It is recommended that users compare real-time quotes from different platforms and pay attention to corporate membership point deduction policies. For example, a newly launched 'commuter card' on one platform can reduce the cost of a 13-kilometer journey by about 15%."
6. Future trends
According to industry forecasts, the third quarter of 2024 may usher in a new round of adjustments to online ride-hailing pricing rules, which will mainly involve increased discounts for long-distance orders, but the basic fees for short-distance orders may be fine-tuned.
(Note: The statistical period of the data in this article is December 1-10, 2023. The price is for reference only. The actual cost is subject to real-time calculations by each platform)
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