Although public transport is the most convenient way of travelling around Brussels, it's sometimes easier to take a taxi. Too much luggage, in a rush or just don't fancy sitting on a crowded bus or metro? Here's everything you need to know about Brussels' taxi companies.

Flat rates for non-reserved trips (only for taxi rank taxis):

1. Pick up: €2.60
2. Night surcharge (between 22:00 and 6:00): €2
3. Price per minute (per minute started): €0.60
4. Price per kilometre: €2.30
5. Minimum fare price: €8.00

Minimum prices for fares booked in advance (for taxi rank taxis and taxis hailed in the street):

1. Pick up: €1.50
2. Price per minute (per minute started): €0.40
3. Price per kilometre: €1.50
4. Minimum fare price: €8.00

Maximum fares cannot exceed 200% of the minimum fare.

Rates are displayed on the meter, and they include service. Tips are at your discretion, but are always welcome. The average fare from the city centre to the airport is €50.00. Some taxi companies offer special rates.

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Please note: The meter should be lit up at the start of your journey. You will receive a printed receipt when you reach your destination. Only taxis which bear the Brussels Region official symbol are authorised to pick you up (unless you have booked the taxi).

Brussels Taxi companies:

• Autolux : +32 (0)2 512 31 23 – www.taxisautolux.be
• Taxis Bleus : +32 (0)2 268 00 00  - www.taxisbleus.be
• Taxi Victor Cab : +32 (0)2 425 25 25 – www.victorcab.be
• Taxis Verts : +32 (0)2 349 49 49 – taxisverts.be
• TaxiBus for PRM (on demand door to door transport service) : booking required +32 (0) 2 515 23 65 - Info here
• Handycab (app dedicated to PRM transport): +32 (0)2 315 31 00 - https://booking.handycab.be/