The Maharashtra Motor Vehicle Department has released the revised fare structure for auto-rickshaws in Mumbai, which will be effective from February 1, 2025. Below are the key highlights and a detailed fare table. Below are the details, including the Auto Rickshaw Fare chart.
Key Details of the New Auto Rickshaw Fare Structure
- Minimum Fare: ₹26.00 (earlier ₹23.00)
- Rate Per Kilometer: ₹17.14 (rounded off to the nearest rupee)
- Midnight Charges: 25% extra from 12:00 AM to 5:00 AM
- Luggage Charges: ₹6 per package exceeding 60 cm × 40 cm (except small handbags, briefcases, etc.)
- Waiting Charges: 10% of the base fare per km for every minute of waiting.
Revised Auto Rickshaw Fare Table
The following table shows the fare changes based on distance:
| Distance (km) | Old Fare (₹) | New Fare (₹) | Midnight Fare (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.50 km | 23 | 26 | 33 |
| 2.00 km | 31 | 34 | 43 |
| 3.00 km | 46 | 51 | 64 |
| 4.00 km | 61 | 69 | 86 |
| 5.00 km | 77 | 86 | 107 |
| 6.00 km | 92 | 103 | 129 |
| 7.00 km | 107 | 120 | 150 |
| 8.00 km | 123 | 137 | 171 |
| 9.00 km | 138 | 154 | 193 |
| 10.00 km | 153 | 171 | 214 |
| 12.00 km | 184 | 206 | 257 |
| 15.00 km | 230 | 257 | 321 |
| 18.00 km | 276 | 309 | 386 |
| 20.00 km | 307 | 343 | 429 |
| 25.00 km | 383 | 429 | 536 |
| 30.00 km | 460 | 514 | 643 |
Auto Rickshaw Fare Calculation Method
The fare is calculated using the formula:
Fare=(Distance×Fare per km) rounded to the nearest rupee\text{Fare} = (\text{Distance} \times \text{Fare per km}) \text{ rounded to the nearest rupee}
For example:
- For 2.40 km: 17.14×2.40=41.1317.14 \times 2.40 = 41.13 → Rounded to ₹41
- For 3.60 km: 17.14×3.60=61.7017.14 \times 3.60 = 61.70 → Rounded to ₹62
Additional Notes
- Luggage Charges: ₹6 is applicable per package exceeding 60 cm × 40 cm, except for small bags.
- Waiting Charges: 10% of the fare per km is charged for every minute of waiting.
- Midnight Fare: Any ride between 12:00 AM and 5:00 AM is charged 25% extra.
This new fare structure ensures fair pricing while considering inflation and fuel costs. If you regularly travel in auto-rickshaws, ensure you are aware of the updated fares to avoid overcharging.
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Historical Record of Auto Rickshaw Fare in Mumbai (1975–2025)
Auto-rickshaws have been a vital mode of transportation in Mumbai for decades, providing an affordable and convenient means of travel. Over the past 50 years, fare revisions have been influenced by factors such as fuel price hikes, inflation, and policy changes by the Maharashtra Motor Vehicle Department.
Evolution of Auto Rickshaw Fares in Mumbai (1975–2025)
| Year | Minimum Fare (₹) | Rate per km (₹) | Notable Changes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | ₹1.50 | ₹0.50 | The introduction of CNG auto-rickshaws began in later years. |
| 1980 | ₹2.00 | ₹0.75 | Gradual fare increase due to inflation. |
| 1985 | ₹3.00 | ₹1.00 | Introduction of fixed fare slabs for various distances. |
| 1990 | ₹4.00 | ₹1.50 | Growth in the number of auto-rickshaws in suburban Mumbai. |
| 1995 | ₹6.00 | ₹2.00 | First discussions on digital fare meters. |
| 2000 | ₹7.00 | ₹2.50 | Mandate for electronic meters in auto-rickshaws. |
| 2005 | ₹9.00 | ₹3.00 | Increased regulation of fare hikes. |
| 2010 | ₹11.00 | ₹4.50 | Adoption of CNG as the primary fuel source. |
| 2015 | ₹18.00 | ₹8.00 | Rapid rise in fuel prices leads to fare restructuring. |
| 2020 | ₹21.00 | ₹14.20 | Impact of COVID-19 on public transport fares. |
| 2023 | ₹23.00 | ₹15.33 | Increased use of mobile payment methods. |
| 2025 | ₹26.00 | ₹17.14 | The new fare revision is effective from February 1, 2025. |
Key Trends Over the Years
- Fuel Prices and Inflation: The fare hikes have been largely driven by rising fuel costs and inflationary pressures.
- Shift to CNG: In the late 1990s and early 2000s, Mumbai’s auto-rickshaws transitioned from petrol/diesel to CNG, leading to more stable fare increases.
- Introduction of Digital Meters: From the early 2000s, electronic meters became mandatory, reducing fare disputes.
- Midnight Charges: A 25% surcharge for night rides was introduced to compensate drivers working late hours.
- Waiting Charges and Luggage Fees: Over the years, additional charges for waiting time and excess luggage have been introduced.
Conclusion
The past 50 years have seen gradual yet steady increases in auto-rickshaw fares in Mumbai, balancing economic factors and public affordability. While fare hikes remain a topic of debate, auto-rickshaws continue to be one of the most accessible and widely used modes of transportation in the city.
simple formula
meter reading * 13 -2
now this has also changed, the rates have been rounded.
Hi,
I just wanted to add that there is nothing wrong in the increase of auto fares due to an increase in CNG prices. But its also to be noted that the previous rates were not meant for CNG but infact for diesel/petrol. Thus they were charging higher rates from the begining, because the RTO’s didnt lower the meter reading as per CNG users. But then its for the good, none should be left behing. I just wish they would be honest and stopped tampering with their meters, as the difference in the meter reading from one rick to the other is staggering.
I am looking for relation between meter reading and distance traveled.
Dont worry, Mobile 4 Mumbai is coming with interesting solution, Even fare is hiked, you can travel very cheaply and with same comfort…. We are working and likely to take 6-8 month !!!
till the time enjoy 🙂
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How to get this rate card on mobile. I am not able chk website on my cell.
Can anyone share the calculate fare formula so i will save these formula in my cell in excle format.
Or any other ideas?
Mumbai Rickshaw meter calculation wef 24th Jun’10
1st unit = Rs 11
For ever subsequent increment per unit (.10) is Rs 1.30
Eg – Meter reading shows 2.00 then
Rs 11 for 1st unit + Rs 1.3 * 10 (units) = 11+13 = 24
@Robin, why should the increase in auto taxi fares be protested against?
Do you know how much CNG prices have increased upto in the last month? Auto taxi drivers too need to make a living in costly city Mumbai right?
THESE INCREMENTS SHOULD BE PROTESTED AGAINST,
PLEASE RAISE YOUR VOICE INDIA
Its fare enough to give them increement.looking at the prize hike.
dear freind,
this autorickshawwallahs never needed an increment,
they r fooling passengers like hell,
their meter`s r so fast ,when ur original meter is 100/- they have tampered their meter so cleverly instead of 100/- they charge anywhere between 130/- to 140/-…they cheat the r.t.o authorities also so cleverly ,whenever their vehicle goes for test or inspection they make the tampered meters as it were, so the authorities also get cheated aftr passing the test again the metre comes to its original tampered meter,for this the r.t.o authorities should gadget themselves with the surprise checks or inspection on road and not to the r.t.o office,but our system will never come with a foolproof initiative,,start punishing them immediately without any bribes?????
The auto wala. are bigger cheat they are cheating us .The auto meter should be check when they are on road by the R.T.O .It better having our own car.
Check out the SmartShehar Mumbai apps on Android phones. The Auto app, not only does the calculation for you, it even allows you to have your own meter on the phone.
Dear all, no need to keep the rate cards, or to login into any website not even rickfare.com, heres a easy way to calculate the fare :
(Meter reading X 1.3) – 2 ruppees = amount to be paid.
Do not forget to round off. If its 11.2 it will be 11, and if its 11.8 then its 12 and if its 11.5 it will be 11 )
e.g: (25 is the meter reading X 1.3) – 2 = 30.5 = 30, you can check this on rickfare.com
take other example : (52 X 1.3) – 2 = 65.60 = 66
I hope that saves your time, offcourse you will ask how to calculate, i hope everyone carries a mobile now a days…. THANKS
I am live at Goregaon ( East ). Here is available Share Rickshaw Stand at Gokuldham School.There is only Stand. How to help us?
whatever malpractices auto drivers are doing are not to be defended. one needs to protest against it.. no doubt.
But i would like to ask one thing to many people that when we purchase clothes or other stuffs in malls how much they loot. eg we purchase a jeans for around 1200- 1500 in malls.its actual cost is 450- 500 RS. but we never protest against it. its for sure that everybody would try to get profit..but how much..3 times..just that plush look reduce your voice. you would feel shy to bargain there… its against your status..
so why this dual attitude?
These days metres are heavily tempered, they have switches to charge customer for night mode
where can i get the latest auto and taxi fare chart for Mumbai for the FY 21-22
This is effective from March 2021