Meter auto booking in Tamil Nadu
Book a meter auto in Chennai, Coimbatore, Tirunelveli, Thoothukudi, Hosur, Madurai, Tiruchirappalli, Salem, Tiruppur, Erode, Vellore, Kanniyakumari and Tenkasi with the free Rylod app. Fares are based on the Tamil Nadu government meter tariff, and you see the fare before you book, so there is no bargaining.
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Booking is in the app only. Android now; the iPhone app is not available yet.
Meter auto fare
Auto fares on Rylod are based on the Tamil Nadu government meter tariff (G.O. Ms. No. 366, 27 October 2026): ₹50 for the first 1.8 km, then ₹25 a km. Each driver's fare is shown in the app before you book.
From 10 PM to 5 AM the fare is 1.5 times the day fare.
What a trip costs
₹130
5 km
At the tariff rate, a 5 km auto trip comes to about ₹130 in the day. Waiting time is extra only if you keep the driver waiting.
How it works
- 1
Enter where you are going
Open the Rylod app, choose Auto and type your drop point.
- 2
See the fare first
The app shows the fare at the meter rate before you book. No bargaining at the stand.
- 3
Choose your driver
Pick from the auto drivers near you, with their rating, or book your regular driver from My Drivers.
- 4
Pay the driver
Pay in cash or by UPI, directly to the driver, at the end of the trip.
Meter autos by city
Each city page has the areas covered and real trip examples.
Common questions
Is there a meter auto booking app in Tamil Nadu?
Yes. Rylod is a free app to book autos in Chennai, Coimbatore, Tirunelveli, Thoothukudi, Hosur, Madurai, Tiruchirappalli, Salem, Tiruppur, Erode, Vellore, Kanniyakumari and Tenkasi. Fares are based on the government meter tariff and the app shows the fare before you book.
What is the meter auto fare in Tamil Nadu?
The Tamil Nadu government tariff (G.O. Ms. No. 366, 27 October 2026) is ₹50 for the first 1.8 km and ₹25 for every km after that. From 10 PM to 5 AM the fare is 1.5 times the day fare.
How much is a 5 km auto ride?
At the tariff rate, about ₹130 in the day. The Rylod app shows the exact fare for your trip before you book.
Do I pay anything more than the fare?
There is no booking charge for you. You pay the fare shown, plus the night rate after 10 PM, and waiting time only if you keep the driver waiting.
Can I book my regular auto driver?
Yes, if they drive with Rylod. Add them to My Drivers once by scanning the QR in their auto or typing their driver ID, then book them in two taps.
How do I pay?
In cash or by UPI, directly to the driver at the end of the trip.
Can I book a meter auto by phone?
No. Bookings are made in the Rylod app only. The phone line is for support with a trip you have booked.
Booking ahead for an early train or a flight? Schedule an auto or cab in advance