GTA San Andreas on Android - this is not just a ported version of the legendary game, but a full-fledged simulator criminal life with unique mechanics. One of the most useful (and little-known to newbies) features is the taxi system. Unlike real life, here calling a car is not limited to applications like Yandex Go or Uber —San Andreas has its own tricks, codes and even bugs that speed up movement on the map many times over.

But if in the original version on PC or consoles calling a taxi is intuitive, then on mobile devices the interface and control are often confuses players. Where to look for a phone number to call? How to activate a free taxi through cheats? Why does the driver refuse to drive to certain areas? In this guide, we will look at all current methods calling a taxi on GTA San Andreas on Android - from standard mechanics to hidden features that even experienced players are silent about.

We will pay special attention to problems specific to the mobile version: bugs with display of taxi icons on the map, glitches with payment for the trip and control nuances when driving in the back seat. And you will also learn how cheat the system and get a free taxi without cheats —this method works even in the latest game updates.

Standard method: calling a taxi through a phone in the game

The most obvious (but not always the most convenient) method is using a game phone. B GTA San Andreas the main character Carl Johnson has a phone through which you can order a car. Here's how to do it:

  • 📱 Click on the phone icon in the lower right corner of the screen (or in the inventory menu if playing on a tablet).
  • 🚖 In the contact list, select Taxi (usually the first or second item).
  • 📍 Confirm the call - a taxi icon will appear on the map and will arrive at your location within 10-30 seconds.
  • 💰 Please note: you will have to pay for the trip - from $5 to $50 depending on the distance.

Important nuance: in the mobile version the phone icon sometimes appears disappears from the screen after updates or when changing resolution. If you don't see the icon, try:

  • 🔄 Restart the game (sometimes the interface resets).
  • 🎮 Switch to another control type in the settings (for example, from Touch to Gamepad, if a gamepad is connected).
  • 📱 Click on the empty space in the lower right corner - sometimes the phone icon simply blends into the background.
⚠️ Attention: If after calling a taxi the car no red line appears longer than a minute, check if you are standing on red line (the border of the gang territory). In some areas, taxi drivers refuse to go due to the high crime rate.
📊 How do you usually get around San Andreas?
By car
By motorcycle
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By taxi
I use cheats

Codes for a free taxi: cheats for Android

If you are tired of paying for travel or waiting for a taxi to arrive, you can use cheats. In the mobile version GTA San Andreas several taxi-related codes work:

Code Effect Notes
TAXI4ME Free taxi (does not require payment) Works only 1 time per game day
FANCYCAR Taxi turns into Washington (luxury sedan) The car remains yours after the trip
WHEELSUP All cars (including taxis) bounce Useful for overcoming obstacles
FLYINGFISH Taxi can drive on water The effect lasts 2 minutes

To activate the code:

  1. Open the pause menu (button Menu or swipe from top to bottom).
  2. Select Cheats (or Cheats in the Russian version).
  3. Enter the code in capital letters without spaces.
  4. Confirm your entry - you will hear a beep.

Please note: after using cheats autosave is disabledand some achievements may be reset. In addition, the code TAXI4ME sometimes does not work in missions is only in free mode.

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If the code does not work, try entering it in English keyboard layout - even if the game is in Russian. Some characters (for example, "E") may not be recognized when entered in Cyrillic.

Taxi bugs and glitches: how to use them to your advantage

Mobile version GTA San Andreas is known for its bugs, and the taxi system is no exception. Some glitches can be turned into advantages:

  • 🚗 Endless taxi: If you quickly get out of the car immediately after boarding (before the driver starts moving), the taxi will remain in place. You can get in and out as many times as you like - payment will not be charged.
  • 💨 Super speed: During the trip, press L3 (left stick on the gamepad) or double-tap on the screen in mode Touch - the taxi will sharply accelerate to 200 km/h.
  • 🗺️ Teleportation: If you call a taxi at one end of the map and then quickly move to the other (for example, through the pause menu), the car will appear next to you.

There is a downside: sometimes taxi gets stuck in textures or disappears after landing. To avoid problems:

  • Do not call a taxi near bridges or tunnels - glitches with spawn most often occur there.
  • If the car is stuck, try restart the game or call another taxi - the first one will disappear.
  • In some modifications (for example, GTA SA: Definitive Edition) bugs with taxis have been fixed, but new ones have appeared - for example, drivers can react aggressively to your actions.
⚠️ Attention: Abusing taxi bugs can lead to crash the game, especially on weak devices. If you have a smartphone with less than 4 GB of RAM, it is better not to use a glitch with super speed - the game may crash.

Modifications to improve the taxi system

If the standard mechanics do not suit you, you can install modsthat expand taxi options. Popular modifications for Android:

  • 🚖 Taxi Overhaul Mod — adds new car models (including Taxi Cab from GTA V), improves driver AI and eliminates payment bugs.
  • 💰 Free Taxi Mod — makes all trips free without using cheats.
  • 🗺️ Taxi GPS Mod — adds taxi routes and points to the map call (as in Uber).
  • 🎨 Taxi Skins Pack - changes the appearance of cars to themed ones (for example, taxis from New York in the 80s).

Installing mods on Android requires:

  1. root access (for some modifications) or a patched version APK.
  2. File manager (for example, FX File Explorer or Solid Explorer).
  3. A backup copy of the original game files (in case of failures).

The easiest way is to use Cleo Mods (scripts that do not require replacement game files). For example, the script taxi_teleport.cs allows you to teleport to any place on the map through the taxi menu.

Download the archive with the mod|Make a backup of saves|Check compatibility with the game version|Install via Cleo Manager|Restart the game-->

How to drive a taxi on Android: nuances of the gamepad and touch control

Taxi control on mobile devices differs from the PC version. Here are the key points:

On the touch screen:

  • 🎮 For embarkation/disembarkation use the button Enter/Exit (usually in the upper right corner).
  • 🚦 To specify routetap on the map and hold your finger - a menu with addresses will appear.
  • 💨 To acceleration use the virtual accelerator (up arrow button).

On a gamepad (for example, Xbox Controller or PS4 DualShock):

  • 🕹️ Cross —select a destination.
  • 🔘 Button A (X on PlayStation) — boarding/disembarking.
  • 🔄 Left shoulder (L1/LB) —switching between control modes.

Frequent problem: when riding in the back seat the camera behaves unstable. To fix:

  1. Hold the button Aiming (usually the right side of the screen or L2/LT on the gamepad).
  2. Pull the stick down - the camera will return to the standard position.
⚠️ Attention: In some versions of the game on Android, when using a gamepad taxi buttons may conflict with camera controls. If the driver ignores your commands, try disabling the gamepad and using the touch panel.

Alternative ways to quickly travel (if the taxi is not working)

If the taxi system is glitchy or you need to quickly get to the point, there are other options:

  • 🚁 Helicopters: Take off to the roof of any building and call Hunter or Sparrow through cheats (JUMPJET or FLYINGTOYZ).
  • 🚆 Trains: Free and travel around fixed route. Get on the station Unity Station or Market Station.
  • 🏃 Sprint + jump: Hold the run button (Shift on the keyboard or Sprint on the wheelbarrow) and jump over fences - it's faster than walking.
  • 🚗 Theft cars: Press Triangle (PlayStation) or Y (Xbox) next to the car to knock out the driver.

If you need precise movement (for example, to complete a mission), use:

CHEAT: BLUESKIESANDGREENGRASS (high jump)

CHEAT: BAGUVIX (invisibility - useful for passing through enemy territories)

And for those who loves realism, there is an unobvious life hack: if you stand at a bus stop for a long time (for example, in Idlewood), in 1-2 minutes a Buswill arrive, on which you can travel half of the map for free.

Common mistakes and how to avoid them

Even experienced players sometimes encounter problems when calling a taxi. Let's look at typical errors:

Problem Cause Solution
Taxi does not appear The wanted level is too high or you are standing on the red line Reset the search (LEAVEMEALONE) or move to a neutral zone
The driver ignores commands AI bug in the mobile version Restart the game or call another taxi
Payment is debited twice Glitch when quickly exiting the car Do not get out of the taxi until it stops completely
The phone icon has disappeared Interface crash after update Change the screen resolution in the game settings

Another common problem is taxi does not go to certain areas (for example, in Las Venturas or Bone County). This is due to the mechanics of the game: drivers refuse to take passengers into dangerous areas. There are two ways to bypass the restriction:

  1. Call a taxi at the border of the area, and then kill the driver get behind the wheel.
  2. Use cheat AEZAKMI (increases adrenaline level) - the taxi will become more aggressive and will go anywhere.
Is it possible to call a taxi during a mission?

In most missions there is a taxi system disabled, but there are exceptions. For example, in the mission "Taxi Driver" you yourself play as a taxi driver, and in "Just Business" you can call a car via your phone. If the phone icon is inactive, it means that a taxi is not available in this mission.

How much does a taxi ride from Los Santos to Las Venturas cost?

The cost depends on the route, but on average the trip costs $ $30-$50. If you go through Bone County, the price can rise to $70 due to the increased distance. Tip: use the cheat TAXI4MEto save.

Why does the taxi driver start shooting at me?

This happens if you wanted level 2+ stars or you have previously stolen a car from this driver. The bug also occurs in modifications where the AI ​​of taxi drivers is replaced with an aggressive one. Solution: reset the search or call another taxi.

Is it possible to save the game in a taxi?

Yes, but with reservations. If you sit in the back seat, the game saves normally. If you drive the taxi yourself (for example, after killing the driver), the save may be reset. It’s better to get out of the car before saving.

How to get your money back if the taxi driver cheated?

In the original game, taxi drivers do not cheat, but in some modifications (for example, GTA SA: Realism Mod) drivers can overcharge. To get the money back:

  1. Kill the driver and take the cash from his pockets.
  2. Use the cheat PROFESSIONALSKIT (gives weapons and armor) and rob the taxi.
  3. Reload the save - sometimes the money is returned automatically.