The considerable delay in adjusting cab fares is a major annoyance for the Saxon association of cab and hire car companies. "The increased minimum wage must always be paid immediately, but it takes at least a year before the fares are adjusted accordingly," said Jan Kepper, chairman of the state association, to the German Press Agency. This delay means that providers always pay extra until the municipalities have decided on the price increases.
According to the association, the basic fee has been 4.50 euros in Dresden since April 2023, 4 euros in Chemnitz and 3.90 euros in Leipzig (since October 2022). In the state capital, the first to third kilometer currently costs 2.80 euros each, in Chemnitz 2.70 euros and in Leipzig 3.20 euros. If the route is longer, the price per kilometer driven decreases slightly. Prices are generally higher at night.
The cab fare in Leipzig has been in force since October 2022. A city spokesperson said in response to an inquiry that the licensing authority had not currently received an application to increase cab fares. However, from discussions with representatives of the cab industry, it is known that the association will examine whether an increase in the transport fee must be applied for if the minimum wage increases further.
