Most taxis will charge a flat fee for any ride. This taxi price can vary from $1-$4. Some taxi companies then add a certain amount per 1/4 mile, 1/2 mile, or full mile. This cost usually ends up being between $1-$3 per mile. Therefore, if you need to travel 10 miles, a taxi ride will cost $11-$24. Other taxi companies add a certain amount per minute rather than per mile. This rate can be $.50-$3 per minute. Therefore, if you need to travel 10 miles and it takes 15-20 minutes to reach your destination, this ride will cost $11-$64.