Taxi in Uzbekistan
A popular means of transportation in Uzbekistan is a taxi. Taxi in Uzbekistan is a separate option for those who like to travel in comfort. The fact is that both buses and minibuses in this country are quite convenient, so residents of Uzbekistan rarely take taxis. More often this type of transport is used by visitors who want to see the country in all its splendor..
In Uzbekistan, taxis are most often used by those who make intercity routes. Taxi - group. If you need to get somewhere quickly, then it is best to use this particular mode of transport. By the way, there are places in Uzbekistan that can only be reached by taxi. For example, no bus or minibus will take you through a mountain pass, only a taxi.
You can call a taxi by phone: (+998 71) 232 32 32, 992 70 70; (+998 90) 345 20 52; (+998 98) 300 02 20.
Features of the Uzbek taxi
Before calling a taxi in Uzbekistan, consider how far you will need to travel. The fact is that Uzbek taxis do not travel long distances. It is best to leave in the morning. At this time of day, it is easier to find a taxi and passengers will gather faster. If you want to travel in the afternoon, you must understand that it will be much more difficult to get a taxi and therefore the driver may ask for an amount much more than expected..
Group taxis are most often located in the place that the native Uzbeks call «penny». There is always the largest gathering of people here. From any «penny» in any city you can go to the capital of Uzbekistan.
Pricing
It should be noted that in Uzbekistan taxi fares are quite loyal. By today's standards, they can even be called economical:
- For 100 km of travel, you will need to pay 5-10 thousand soums. That's about $ 2-4. This is considered an expensive treat for Uzbeks. A taxi is much more expensive than a bus. But, if we compare with the prices in Russia, then we can say that the Uzbek taxi is cheap.
- Anywhere in the city in Uzbekistan can be reached inexpensively - pay up to 6,000 sum. By the way, it is possible for a much smaller amount. It all depends on the city you are in.
- At airports, prices are often overpriced. Usually taxi drivers offer to get to the city for 15-20 thousand soums.
Haggle and leave cheaper! With each meter of distance from taxi drivers, you get the opportunity to save money. The further you go, the more likely it is that the most active taxi driver «persuade» you can leave for about 4-5 thousand sums.
