Taxis & Rideshare in Ouagadougou (2026) - Grab, Uber & More

In Ouagadougou, the dominant ground-transport option is the city's dense network of shared taxis and private taxis. Shared taxis, usually older saloon cars painted in the national colours, follow fixed routes that radiate from the Grand Marché and the Gare Routière de Dapoya. You simply wave one down on the street, tell the driver your destination, and pay once you're inside. Private taxis, identifiable by their yellow licence plates and rooftop "TAXI" signs, can be hailed curbside or arranged through your hotel or restaurant. Negotiate the fare before you set off and confirm whether the price is for the whole car or per person. Most drivers speak basic French and some Mooré, so having your destination written down helps. For greater comfort and door-to-door convenience, a private taxi is the default choice, after dark or when carrying luggage, though it typically costs several times more than a shared ride. Shared taxis remain the quickest way to move along the main arteries like Avenue Kwamé Nkrumah or Boulevard Circulaire during the day. But expect to squeeze in with four passengers and make frequent stops. Because there are no international rideshare apps operating in Ouagadougou, travellers who prefer app-based booking should ask their accommodation to call a reputable radio-taxi company or use the live-price widget below to compare current rates and pre-book a private car.