Addis Ababa Taxi & Ride-Hailing Directory
Complete directory of Addis Ababa's transportation ecosystem from modern app-based ride-hailing services like RIDE (8294), Feres (6090), and ZayRide (6303) to traditional yellow government taxis. Find contact information, pricing, and booking details for navigating Ethiopia's capital city transportation network.
Modern Ride-Hailing Apps
App-based ride-hailing services with digital booking, GPS tracking, and mobile payments. Leading platforms serving Addis Ababa with competitive pricing and 24/7 availability.
Ethiopia's market-leading ride-hailing platform with 30,000+ vehicles serving Addis Ababa and Djibouti since 2017. Contact through shortcode 8294 (spells "TAXI" on keypads) with TeleBirr integration and 24/7 operation.
Feres Technologies serves over 300,000 customers through its 60,000-driver network. Contact at call center 6090 with Ethiopia's first ride-hailing loyalty program offering 5% cashback.
Ethiopia's first app-based ride-hailing service established in 2016. Contact via call center 6303 with operations in Addis Ababa, Hawassa, Bahir Dar, Gonder, and international presence in Monrovia, Liberia.
International ride-hailing platform backed by $1.5 billion company, reached one million users within first year. Most competitive pricing at 72 ETB flag-down with advanced safety features including 24/7 SOS buttons.
Government & Official Services
Official government-regulated taxi services with fixed tariffs and professional drivers. Yellow-cream Mercedes Benz vehicles available at airports and major hotels.
Official government taxi service with yellow-cream colored Mercedes Benz vehicles. Contact airport counter at +251-115-512-955 with fixed tariffs for airport transfers and luxury hotel service.
Traditional Taxi Services
Established taxi services with metered fares and phone dispatch. Professional drivers with city-wide coverage and reliable transportation solutions.
Safety-focused taxi service emphasizing female drivers for women's transportation security. Contact via shortcode 7878 or +251-972-383-838, located at Merkeb Plaza 5th floor in Olompiya district.
Metered taxi service with approximately 50 vehicles and desk at Hilton ground floor. Contact via shortcode 8120 or 8210 with 24/7 operation and online reservation for airport pickups.
Luxury & VIP Services
Premium VIP taxi services offering luxury vehicles and celebrity-style transportation experience with corresponding premium pricing and exclusive service.
Ethiopia's first VIP taxi service with the tagline "ride like a celebrity." Contact via shortcode 8678 for luxury transportation with premium vehicles and corresponding premium pricing.
Digital Booking Platforms & Payment Methods
Mobile Apps & Booking
- RIDE App: Android & iOS, shortcode 8294 (spells "TAXI")
- Feres App: Call center 6090, loyalty rewards program
- ZayRide App: Shortcode 6303, competitive pricing
- Yango App: International platform with SOS features
- Little App: Corporate accounts and billing
- Phone Booking: NTO (+251-115-512-955), Seregela (7878)
Payment Systems
- TeleBirr (Ethio Telecom): USSD *127# - Integrated with RIDE
- E-Birr: Accepted by Feres and other platforms
- International Cards: Yango supports Visa/Mastercard
- Cash Payments: All services accept cash payments
- Corporate Billing: RIDE and Little offer monthly billing
Transportation Tips & Important Information
Service Hours & Booking
- Most ride-hailing services operate 24/7
- Peak hours: 7-9 AM and 5-7 PM may have higher demand
- Pre-booking available for airport transfers
- Government taxis available at major hotels and airports
- Female drivers available through Seregela (7878)
Pricing & Coverage Areas
- Flag-down fees: 72-120 ETB depending on service
- Per kilometer: 15-20 ETB for most services
- Airport transfers: Fixed rates available
- Coverage: All major areas of Addis Ababa
- International airport and intercity connections available
Safety Note: All major ride-hailing platforms include GPS tracking, driver verification, and customer ratings. Yango offers additional safety features including SOS buttons and AI monitoring. Always verify driver details before entering the vehicle.