Taxis can be the most problematic way to get around Perth. Frustrations from lengthy waits for one of the few empty taxis available during peak periods and the resulting exorbitant fares deter most from taxi's unless absolutely necessary. Booking a taxi a few hours in advance should eliminate waiting but can only add to the end fare.
Two major taxi companies are Swan Taxis (13 13 30), who dispatch both Swan and TriColor taxis, and Black and White Taxis (131 008).
Catching a taxi from an entertainment precinct late on a Friday or weekend night sees clubber's waiting at taxi stands up to 2 hours for a ride home. To make things worse, drivers are known to avoid picking up drunken patrons from outside of pubs, clubs or from the entrance to Perth central station. A better option is the late night Transperth trains and buses run specially for revellers after their night out.
Services at Perth Airport are a little better but prepare for a lengthy wait at the taxi-stand as the line of waiting taxis crawl in one by one. The frequency at night drops off but there should a few waiting to meet incoming planes. Once again, Transperth bus might be a better option.
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