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Taxi

Taxis in Zurich can be hired by phone or hailed on the street. Because of the ease and ubiquity of public transportation and the high rates on taxis, they're not recommended. They may be the only option for late night travel, though.

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Overview

The base charge is CHF6, plus an additional CHF3.80 per kilometer. A 15% service charge is included in the final fare.

Alpha Taxi Telephone: +41 044 777 7777 Website: www.alpha-taxi.ch

Taxi 444 Telephone: +41 044 444 4444 Website: www.taxi444.ch

Taxi Jung Telephone: +41 044 271 1188 Website: www.taxijung.ch

Zuri Taxi Telephone: +41 044 222 2222 Website: www.zueritaxi.ch

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