How Outstation Cab Fares Work in Bangalore – Per Km, Bata, Tolls & GST Explained
Outstation fares can look confusing because of the per-km rate, minimum billing, driver bata and taxes. Here is exactly how BLR Cabs and most Bangalore operators calculate the final amount.
What Makes Up an Outstation Fare
| Component | How It Works |
|---|---|
| Per-Km Rate | Charged per km on distance travelled; the cheapest tier starts around ₹13/km, and the top tier (Volvo coach) reaches ₹70/km |
| 300 KM/Day Minimum | Even if actual distance is less, 300 km/day is billed as the minimum for that day |
| Driver Bata (Allowance) | A fixed daily charge separate from the per-km fare — ranges from ₹400/day (sedan) to ₹1,000/day (bus/coach) |
| Night Halt / Night Bata | An additional charge if the driver has to halt overnight away from base |
| Tolls & Parking | Always extra, charged at actuals for the route taken |
| Interstate Permit | Extra, applicable when crossing into another state |
| GST | Applicable on the total fare as per current government rules; ask for a GST invoice if needed for business travel |
Per-Km Rate
- How It Works
- Charged per km on distance travelled; the cheapest tier starts around ₹13/km, and the top tier (Volvo coach) reaches ₹70/km
300 KM/Day Minimum
- How It Works
- Even if actual distance is less, 300 km/day is billed as the minimum for that day
Driver Bata (Allowance)
- How It Works
- A fixed daily charge separate from the per-km fare — ranges from ₹400/day (sedan) to ₹1,000/day (bus/coach)
Night Halt / Night Bata
- How It Works
- An additional charge if the driver has to halt overnight away from base
Tolls & Parking
- How It Works
- Always extra, charged at actuals for the route taken
Interstate Permit
- How It Works
- Extra, applicable when crossing into another state
GST
- How It Works
- Applicable on the total fare as per current government rules; ask for a GST invoice if needed for business travel
One-Way vs Round-Trip Billing
Round-trip fares are billed on total km driven for the full to-and-fro journey, with the 300 km/day minimum applying per day of travel. One-way fares depend on the operator and route — some routes have a fixed one-way fare, while others may still factor in the vehicle’s return distance since the driver has to bring the vehicle back empty. Always confirm whether a quote is strictly one-way or includes a return-km component before booking.
Worked Example
| Fare Details | Example (12-Seater Tempo Traveller) |
|---|---|
| Per-Km Rate | ₹26/km |
| 300 km Vehicle Fare | ₹7,800 |
| Driver Bata | ₹500 |
| Estimated Total (before tolls/GST) | ₹8,300 |
Per-Km Rate
- Example (12-Seater Tempo Traveller)
- ₹26/km
300 km Vehicle Fare
- Example (12-Seater Tempo Traveller)
- ₹7,800
Driver Bata
- Example (12-Seater Tempo Traveller)
- ₹500
Estimated Total (before tolls/GST)
- Example (12-Seater Tempo Traveller)
- ₹8,300
This example excludes tolls, parking, interstate permits and GST, which are added on top of the estimated total.
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