Finding a Low-Cost Taxicab in Boston, Massachusetts

If you're planning a vacation to Boston, Massachusetts and you're on a budget; you probably already have a great yet reasonable hotel in mind. But, what about getting to and from that hotel and around the city?

Looking for a low-cost taxicab service is probably the farthest thing from your mind, but if you're going to be doing any major sightseeing, it shouldn't be. Unfortunately, riding around in a taxicab in a big city can cost way more than most of us expect. And let's face it; with the high rise of gas prices, businesses can't afford to keep up and neither can we.

To help save you money and keep you within your vacationing budget, we've complied a list of the two of the best taxicab services that you will find in the Boston, Massachusetts area. Because of the rising prices of gas and among other things, the city has made it an ordinance that the taxicab services of the Boston Metro Area all charge the same rates. Some specials will vary, however.

Metro Cab

The Metro Cab of Boston is the largest cab service in the Boston, MA area and one of the cheaper cab services. They're cabs run 24 hours a day, so no matter where you maybe or what time your flight lands, Metro Cab is available. Metro Cab can easily pick you up from the airport and they are wheelchair accessible for those who need it.

Metro Cab's meter rates: $2.25 for the first 1/8th mile or less and $0.30 for each additional 1/8th of a mile.

For more information about Metro Cab, please call them at: 617-787-5438.

New England Livery Cab

New England Livery Cab & Airport Service, Inc. boasts as being the cheapest taxicab service in the Boston, MA area. While their rates meter rates are the same as other taxicab companies in the area, they do offer specials that no one else in the area offers.

For example, you can call them and ask for a special wake up call if you're an early riser and need to be out the door. New England Livery Cab also offers a one rate free for friends of 3 or less riding together. Need to get to the airport? They offer a flat rate fee for all airport travelers.

For more information about New England Livery Cab, please call them at: 1-866-302-6224. Have a cell phone? You can text message them at: 617-460-6019.

With the above information, please keep in mind that not all taxi drivers are honest. Make sure you have knowledge of the surrounding areas and never tell the driver you are a tourist. If you suspect your driver has taken advantage of you, please call the cab company's hotline at: 617-536-TAXI. Make sure you have the driver's cab number and ID available when you call.