Taxi

Taxi

Surabaya has plenty of taxis, but meters lag behind fare inflation and negotiating a fare can be tricky unless you speak Bahasa Indonesia, as few drivers speak any other language. Drivers should carry a rate sheet showing the current fare to most destinations - check the fare before getting in. More sensibly, ask your hotel or restaurant to call a cab for you. Three-wheeled scooter-taxis (called becak in Indonesia) are ubiquitous, but have no fixed price. For foreigners, they can often be more expensive than a taxi, and a becak ride is rarely enjoyable. Two longstanding taxi companies are: Blue Bird Group +62 31 3721234 Orenz Taxi +62 31 8799999