Chisinau is one of the closest cities to Ukraine with an airport that offers flights to European destinations. That is why trips here are very popular among Ukrainians. Since most tourists come here for the first time and know nothing about the city, taxi services are in high demand. The Ukrainian service «Grand Taxi» will help you choose the best, most convenient and cost-effective option.
How to order a taxi in Chisinau
In the capital of Moldova, international taxi services operate – Fast Taxi, Yandex Go taxi, Bolt and Uklon. Uber is not available. Instead, there is a similar service called Lets. To use them, you need to:
- Download the relevant app from Google Play or App Store to your smartphone.
- Register in the app.
- Link your bank card.
- Enter your address and destination.
- Select the desired car class.
- Wait for the driver to arrive.
You can also use the services of TransferMD, which offers taxi and transfer bookings via WhatsApp, Viber, and Telegram.
In addition, local companies operate in Chisinau:
- Kiwitaxi;
- Chisinau taxi 765;
- UjTaxi14222;
- Star Taxi 14999;
- Tornado 14700;
- Meridian 14222;
- Transaspect 14444;
- taxi 1433;
- taxi 14911;
- taxi 14448.
All these are legal services with state licenses, fixed rates, and responsibility for passenger safety. They can be recognized by company logos on car hoods and the «Taxi» sign on the roof.
Near the airport, train stations, hotels, and shopping centers you may encounter drivers without the necessary documents. Using their services means putting yourself at risk, as they bear no responsibility.
How much does a taxi cost in Chisinau, what affects the price
According to user reviews, taxis in Chisinau are inexpensive. The prices are among the lowest in the world. Official carriers have taximeters inside their cars, showing the fare. However, keep in mind that some services do not accept Ukrainian bank cards. Therefore, you may need to exchange money for Moldovan lei.
You can learn about the tariffs and what is included by contacting the operator, as services may vary significantly.
Most mobile apps list the available car classes in the company – standard, comfort, premium, minivan – and their tariffs. Using illegal drivers is not recommended for two main reasons: firstly, you do not know who is driving you or the condition of the vehicle, and secondly, such drivers have no fixed rates. Seeing that a passenger is not local and unfamiliar with the city, they may greatly overcharge.
Advantages of using the «Grand Taxi» catalog
The «Grand Taxi» catalog provides information about the most reliable taxi services in many cities of Ukraine and European countries, all with proven reputations, state licenses, and numerous positive online reviews. The service coverage is constantly expanding. Cars from the «Grand Taxi» catalog guarantee a comfortable and safe trip.
