Indian pays Rs 9,580 for 22-minute taxi ride in Norway: ‘Few things India does better’

An Indian traveler experienced a taxi ride in Norway that cost him nearly Rs 10,000 for a 22-minute journey covering 29 km. Vinod, who goes by that name on X, shared his surprise at the fare on social media, noting that the ride was smooth and comfortable. The taxi fare he paid was 934 Norwegian kroner, which is roughly equivalent to Rs 9,580.

Comparing the expense to what he's accustomed to in India, Vinod remarked that similar rides in his home country are often significantly cheaper, especially when booked through services like Uber. He concluded by stating that there are a few things India does better than Norway, with this taxi fare being one of them. The post garnered a mix of reactions, with users pointing out the differences in local salaries, infrastructure, and cost of living between Norway and India.

Some users highlighted the disparity in service quality, while others shared their own experiences of traveling by taxi in Norway, emphasizing its premium nature.