Taxi 838 is a Ukrainian taxi aggregator named after its short three-digit dialing code (838). It aggregates licensed drivers across Ukrainian cities and operates a smartphone app for booking.

Where is Taxi 838 available?

Taxi 838 operates across Ukraine, with the strongest coverage in Kyiv, Kharkiv, Dnipro, Odesa, Lviv, Zaporizhzhia, and Vinnytsia. Coverage in smaller cities and suburban districts varies.

Is Taxi 838 cheaper than Uklon or Bolt?

It depends on the route and time of day. In some Ukrainian cities Taxi 838 is the cheapest; in others Uklon or Bolt win. Payfair shows all of them side by side so you can pick the cheapest for each ride.

Does Taxi 838 accept cash?

Yes. Cash is supported across Taxi 838's markets, alongside in-app card payments.

What tiers does Taxi 838 offer?

Taxi 838 offers Economy, Standard, Comfort, and Business tiers, plus Wagon (estate car), Wagon Plus, and Microbus options for larger groups.

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At a glance

• Taxi 838 operates in 1 country — full list below
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• Compare Taxi 838 prices in Payfair, then tap to open the Taxi 838 app to book
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What is Taxi 838?

Taxi 838 is a Ukrainian taxi aggregator named after its short dialing code. It operates across every major Ukrainian city and is one of the oldest established ride services in the country. Payfair compares Taxi 838 fares with Uklon, Bolt, and Uber in real time.

Founded: 2010
Headquarters: Kyiv, Ukraine

Service tiers

EconomyStandardComfortBusinessWagonWagon PlusMicrobus

Payment methods

Credit/debit card
Cash
In-app wallet

When Taxi 838 is the better choice

• Established Ukrainian taxi brand with deep coverage in Kyiv, Kharkiv, Dnipro, Odesa, Lviv, Zaporizhzhia, Vinnytsia, and other cities
• Cash payments accepted — essential in many Ukrainian markets
• Broad tier range from Economy through Business, plus wagon and microbus options for groups
• Named after the three-digit short dial 838 used throughout Ukraine — recognisable to locals

When other apps are cheaper

• Uklon often has tighter driver availability in Kyiv during peak hours
• Bolt can undercut Taxi 838 on Standard rides in smaller cities
• Uber runs aggressive promotions in Ukraine that can temporarily beat all local services on price

How Payfair helps you find the best Taxi 838 fare

Payfair shows Taxi 838 alongside Uklon, Bolt, and Uber on every Ukrainian route, so you always see the cheapest available fare without checking each app individually.