Question 1

How much is a taxi in Medellin?

Accepted Answer

Taxi rides in Medellin start from 28,000 COP ($7) hourly and upwards. However, Yango offers much more affordable rides than conventional taxi services.

Question 2

How much is a taxi from Medellin airport to the city?

Accepted Answer

A conventional taxi from the Medellin airport to the city costs 110,000 to 150,000 COP ($30 to $40). However, the Yango app offers more affordable taxi rides in Medellin.

Question 3

How do I call a cab in Medellin?

Accepted Answer

You can download the Yango app, sign up, choose your destination, and wait for your driver. This process is more convenient than standing on the street and hailing passing cabs.

Question 4

How do you pay for a taxi in Medellin?

Accepted Answer

Most taxi drivers in Medellin accept only cash. However, with the Yango app, you can pay via credit card and avoid the inconvenience of carrying too much cash around.

Question 5

Should I bring cash to Medellin?

Accepted Answer

Having some cash with you is advisable, although not too much. You can exchange U.S. dollars or other foreign currencies for Colombian pesos and spend money hassle-free.

Question 6

Do Colombian taxis accept cards?

Accepted Answer

Most Colombian taxis don’t accept cards– cash only. However, with Yango at your fingertips, you can always pay with a card rather than cash.

Question 7

Do you tip taxi drivers in Medellin?

Accepted Answer

Tipping taxi drivers in Medellin is not mandatory, and there’s no cultural pressure to do so. However, you can tip taxi drivers at your discretion to reward good service.

Question 8

Are there white or yellow taxis in Medellin?

Accepted Answer

You can find both white and yellow taxis in Medellin. Yellow taxis concentrate on rides within the city, while white taxis concentrate on rides to and from the airport.

Question 9

Is Medellin more expensive than Bogota?

Accepted Answer

No, Medellin is more affordable to visit or reside in than Bogota. Medellin has lower accommodation and utility prices, and most other things are subsequently cheaper than in Bogota.

Question 10

Is public transportation in Medellin safe?

Accepted Answer

The public transport system in Medellin (buses and trains) is generally safe. However, taxi rides are more convenient for traveling around the city.

Discover safe rides with Yango in Medellin

Why Yango is more than a taxi

Find the ride class that’s right for you

Book a ride in our app

Become a driver

What people think about us

Frequently asked questions