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Taxi Santiago
Taxi Santiago
Taxi Santiago

Request a taxi in Santiago

Getting a taxi in Santiago just got easier with the Uber app. In a few steps, you can request a local cab and pay for your trip all from one place. With 24/7 requesting available, consider this the convenient way to get your next taxi ride in Santiago.

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The best of Uber and taxis in Santiago, Región Metropolitana de Santiago

Welcome to Santiago, where you can request traditional local cabs using the Uber app. With in-app requests, your cab ride can happen at any time.

Get the Uber app to request a taxi

UberX rates

View the average rate for trips in Santiago in the Uber app to budget ahead of your next ride.

Nearby ride services

Santiago and beyond

The ability to request a ride to your dream destination is at your fingertips. All it takes is requesting a taxi in the Uber app. You can explore the heart of Santiago or embark on a trip to Central to explore new sights to see.

Business travel

For out-of-town meetings and commutes to the office, consider trying the Uber app in Santiago the next time you’re thinking about requesting a taxi. You can request a ride 24/7 so you’re on the road and headed to your dropoff location in no time. While the driver focuses on getting you to your destination, you can focus on getting work done. Sometimes riders are matched with taxi drivers to fulfill UberX requests.

Airport transportation

Make airport travel easy in Santiago by requesting a ride with the Uber app instead of looking for a taxi. With instant requesting available, you can confirm your trip as soon as you need a ride to or from the airport. Head to Aubrey Hotel Boutique from SCL Airport after a long flight, or visit another place. Taxi drivers are also available to fulfill UberX requests for airport dropoffs in Santiago.

Frequently asked questions

How do I request a taxi in Santiago with the Uber app?

You can request a taxi in Santiago directly from the Uber app. To get started, open the Uber app, enter your pickup and dropoff locations, then select Taxi or UberX from the list of ride options. For UberX rides, if a taxi is close to your pickup location, you might be matched with a licensed taxi driver to assist you with your trip.

How do I tip my taxi driver with the Uber app in Santiago?

If you match with a taxi driver after requesting UberX, you can give cash to your taxi driver directly or use the Uber app to provide a tip (100% of your in-app tip goes directly to the driver).

Is it safe to book a taxi in Santiago with the Uber app?

Safety is a top priority for every ride, including taxi rides with the Uber app. You can access in-app safety features to help you stay protected, such as the emergency assistance button to call local authorities right from the Uber app.

Can I change my trip after requesting a taxi in Santiago with the Uber app?

You won’t be able to change the pickup or dropoff location or add a stop during a taxi ride in Santiago.

How many passengers can ride together in a taxi that picks up UberX riders in Santiago?

Taxis that fulfill UberX requests can support up to 4 riders at the most.

Are taxi rides with the Uber app cheaper than UberX?

Whether you’re matched with an UberX driver or a taxi driver in Santiago, the price will be the same.

What do I do if I forget an item in a taxi booked with the Uber app?

You can use the Uber app to contact the driver regarding the lost item. To get started, visit the Uber app and go to the Account section. Choose Activity, then select the trip on which you forgot the item. Next, choose Find lost item and follow the in-app instructions.

What destinations are commonly booked with taxis in Santiago?

Popular destinations that riders have booked with UberX recently in Santiago include Metro Santa Isabel and Metro Bellas Artes.