Taking a taxi in Medellin

scarby558 says on Jun 25, 2008, 12:05:

I read a post that said the minimum is 3.200... is this still accurate?? thanks so much!

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SUERTE GRINGO says on Jun 25, 2008, 12:32:

You should have a trustworthy driver meet you at the airport upon your arrival.

“If you're gonna eat your crackers in bed, you're gonna have to sleep with crumbs."

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tasco66 says on Jun 25, 2008, 12:43:

There is always a way to get a free ride in Colombia:

Bravo, Presidente Uribe for the perfect operation!

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durito says on Jun 25, 2008, 12:44:

3,500

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robi666 says on Jun 25, 2008, 12:45:

3,500

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rhydewithdis says on Jun 25, 2008, 13:09:

I know a great guy that can pick you up from the airport.
His name is Juan Carlos 311 303-8435. Speaks perfect English. He won't rip you off either (55k-60k). Well worth the extra $5-$9 taking an unknown taxi.

They said I couldn't play football I was too small / They say I couldn't play basketball I wasn't tall / They say I couldn't play baseball at all / And now everyday of my life I ball.

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nbenjamin says on Jun 25, 2008, 14:14:

I go to Medellin once every 3 months. I have never had a problem with a random taxi driver and never heard that was an issue in Medellin. It is 50 mil (or about $ 28.00 u.s.) to go from Rio to town, and less on the return.

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scarby558 says on Jun 25, 2008, 18:20:

thank you all for the information, however, i will be traveling by bus and a friend will get me at the station. thank you all again :)

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tejasmarcos says on Jun 25, 2008, 19:58:

welcome to a real city scarby.... we have a metro here chica...... 1400 sencillo....

trying to walk a straight line on sour mash and cheap wine...

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IloveCidy says on Jun 25, 2008, 21:05:

Do you speak Spanish? If you think that they are ripping you off, ask them to see their list. The price usually drops from there.

I miss my novia!

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nueva york bombero says on Jun 26, 2008, 05:48:

And never, ever slam the door!!!
Those tin cans they drive will fall apart faster than you can run from the driver!
Been there.....

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sandman0011 says on Jun 26, 2008, 08:19:

$3,500 minimum fare; 18,000 per hour; 48,000 from the Cordoba airport;

If you want an English speaking driver contact Mauricio Palacio www.medallolimo.com

Bus from the airport to El Centro is about 4,500 pesos.

Bus in town costs 1,200 pesos. Metro is 1,200 pesos also.

www.medellintravelguide.com and www.medellinvisitorsguide.com

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