Cuba 'taxi colectivo' - availability and prices?

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  • How long may it take to find/wait for a taxi colectivo for intercity routes (for example from Varadero Airport to Havana city)?
  • Does it usually wait to collect a full car before departing?
  • How much does it cost?
  • Does it differ from Viazul bus ticket price if car takes four people?





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How much does it cost to take a taxi in Cuba?

Official taxis (i.e. government owned) for tourists include a meter. The fares start at $1 CUC for each kilometer. For example between Old Havana and Vedado costs around $5 CUC. Havana to Miramar costs $10-15 CUC.

How do I get a Collectivo in Cuba?

Where do collectivo taxis go in Cuba. Everywhere in Cuba. You can hire a private taxi all around Cuba, if you're prepared to pay for it. Mostly collectivo taxis operate between cities, or at least popular tourist destinations.

How much is transportation in Cuba?

Taking a private car between destinations in Cuba can be convenient enough to be worth the steep price, especially on short trips. Hiring a private car typically costs around 30-40CUC per hour, so it is one of the most expensive options for transportation in Cuba.

What are taxis called in Cuba?

Coco-taxi is an auto rickshaw-type taxi vehicle in Cuba. The use of the coconut taxi from Cuba began in Havana at the end of the 1990s. It was initially thought of as another way of transporting tourists. The coco-taxis are mainly found in the cities of Havana, Varadero and Trinidad.




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