Taxi fixed-price option to start in Dortmund on September 1.

Dortmund introduces, as of September 1, 2026, a flat-rate option for taxi rides and a minimum fare for taxi-like rental cars. Passengers can in the future choose between the regular taxi tariff and a price that is binding and agreed before the ride. Freenow by Lyft will offer the flat-rate option, according to its own statements, from the first day it takes effect via its app.

Flat-rate prices within a tariff corridor

The flat rate may deviate from the regular Dortmund taxi tariff by at most 15 percent upward or downward. This tariff provides, according to the announcement, a base fare of five euros, a price of 2.80 euros per kilometer for the first kilometer and 2.20 euros for each additional kilometer. Passengers know the binding costs before the ride when choosing the flat-rate option. According to Freenow, trips can be up to 15 percent cheaper than the regular tariff depending on the time of day and demand. Delays during the ride, for example due to traffic jams or red lights, do not change the price previously agreed.

Minimum fare for taxi-like rental cars

In parallel with the flat-rate option for taxis, Dortmund will introduce, on September 1, a price floor for taxi-like rental cars. These may be no more than 15 percent below the Dortmund taxi tariff, including discounts granted.

An exception applies, according to the company, for rental-car trips booked at least one hour in advance. Dortmund is thus following a rule that, according to Freenow, has already been in effect in Munich since July 1, 2026.