Uber, Lyft, Taxi from Burlington, NC to Durham, NC

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Burlington, NC, US
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Lyft Popular Routes from Burlington, NC
RouteFare Estimate*
Burlington to Piedmont Triad International Airport$35-$185
Burlington to Raleigh Durham International Airport$60-$320
Burlington to Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional Airport$130-$750
Burlington to Ossipee$33-$38
Burlington to Haw River$35-$39
Burlington to Swepsonville$35-$40
Burlington to Charlotte$340-$372

*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand

Lyft Rate Table for Burlington, NC
ServicePrice
Minimum Fare$3.18
Base Fare$1.37
Cancellation Fee$5.00
Cost Per Mile$0.98
Cost Per Minute$0.19
About Lyft
  • The lowest cost private ride option (not a rideshare)
  • 5 minute wait time
  • Door-to-door pickup and drop-off
  • Accommodates up to 4 riders per request, no additional fee for extra riders
  • Typical vehicles are mid-size sedans
  • You may bring luggage, but consider a larger vehicle option if needed
  • The Uber equivalent is UberX
Sample Vehicles
  • Honda Accord
  • Toyota Camry
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Uber UBERX Popular Routes from Burlington, NC
RouteFare Estimate*
Burlington to Piedmont Triad International Airport$42-$122
Burlington to Raleigh Durham International Airport$68-$146
Burlington to Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional Airport$149-$230
Burlington to Haw River$16-$17
Burlington to Ossipee$17-$19
Burlington to Swepsonville$17-$19
Burlington to Charlotte$136-$149

*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand

Uber UBERX Rate Table for Burlington, NC
ServicePrice
Safe Ride Fee$2.85
Minimum Fare$6.36
Base Fare$1.40
Cancellation Fee$6.25
Cost Per Mile$1.01
Cost Per Minute$0.18
About Uber UBERX
  • The lowest cost private ride option (not a rideshare)
  • 2 minute wait time
  • Door-to-door pickup and drop-off
  • Accommodates up to 4 riders per request, no additional fee for extra riders
  • Typical vehicles are mid-size sedans
  • You may bring luggage, but consider a larger vehicle option if needed
  • The Lyft equivalent is Lyft Standard
Sample Vehicles
  • Honda Accord
  • Toyota Camry
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Uber Pet Popular Routes from Burlington, NC
RouteFare Estimate*
Burlington to Piedmont Triad International Airport$53-$127
Burlington to Raleigh Durham International Airport$73-$152
Burlington to Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional Airport$154-$235
Burlington to Haw River$21-$23
Burlington to Ossipee$22-$24
Burlington to Swepsonville$22-$25
Burlington to Charlotte$141-$155

*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand

Uber Pet Rate Table for Burlington, NC
ServicePrice
Safe Ride Fee$2.85
Minimum Fare$6.36
Base Fare$1.40
Cancellation Fee$6.25
Cost Per Mile$1.01
Cost Per Minute$0.18
About Uber Pet
  • Up to one pet permitted, dog or cat
  • Additional pets permitted at driver discretion
  • No breed or size restrictions
  • Pets must be leashed, harnessed, or in a crate/carrier
  • Pet waste, shedding, damage, or other mess may be subject to cleaning fee
  • 2 minute wait time
  • Door-to-door pickup and drop-off
  • Accommodates up to 4 riders per request, no additional fee for extra riders
  • Typical vehicles are mid-size sedans
  • You may bring luggage, but consider a larger vehicle option if needed
Sample Vehicles
  • Honda Accord
  • Toyota Camry
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Uber Comfort Popular Routes from Burlington, NC
RouteFare Estimate*
Burlington to Piedmont Triad International Airport$60-$133
Burlington to Raleigh Durham International Airport$84-$168
Burlington to Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional Airport$188-$272
Burlington to Haw River$20-$22
Burlington to Swepsonville$23-$25
Burlington to Ossipee$23-$25
Burlington to Charlotte$169-$186

*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand

Uber Comfort Rate Table for Burlington, NC
ServicePrice
Safe Ride Fee$3.71
Minimum Fare$12.13
Base Fare$2.10
Cancellation Fee$5.00
Cost Per Mile$1.15
Cost Per Minute$0.26
About Uber Comfort
  • Newer mid-size vehicles with extra leg room
  • Door-to-door pickup and drop-off
  • 2 minute wait time
  • Accommodates up to 4 riders per request, no additional fee for extra riders
  • Typical vehicles are full-size luxury sedans
  • Top-rated drivers with a feedback rating of 4.85 or higher
  • Ability to request a quiet ride and set preferred temperature
  • The Lyft equivalent is Lyft Lux
Sample Vehicles
  • Chevy Tahoe
  • Honda Odyssey
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Lyft XL Popular Routes from Burlington, NC
RouteFare Estimate*
Burlington to Piedmont Triad International Airport$45-$210
Burlington to Raleigh Durham International Airport$74-$320
Burlington to Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional Airport$160-$800
Burlington to Ossipee$38-$43
Burlington to Swepsonville$38-$43
Burlington to Haw River$40-$45
Burlington to Charlotte$384-$418

*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand

Lyft XL Rate Table for Burlington, NC
ServicePrice
Minimum Fare$4.90
Base Fare$1.50
Cancellation Fee$5.00
Cost Per Mile$1.31
Cost Per Minute$0.20
About Lyft XL
  • Economy private rides with more space
  • Door-to-door pickup and drop-off
  • Accommodates up to 6 riders per request, no additional fee for extra riders
  • Typical vehicles are large SUVs or minivans
  • Recommended for passengers with luggage or when extra trunk space is needed
  • 3 row seating
  • 5 minute wait time
  • The Uber equivalent is Uber XL
Sample Vehicles
  • Dodge Caravan
  • Honda Pilot
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UberXL Popular Routes from Burlington, NC
RouteFare Estimate*
Burlington to Piedmont Triad International Airport$57-$132
Burlington to Raleigh Durham International Airport$81-$162
Burlington to Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional Airport$182-$282
Burlington to Haw River$18-$20
Burlington to Swepsonville$20-$22
Burlington to Ossipee$20-$22
Burlington to Charlotte$166-$182

*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand

UberXL Rate Table for Burlington, NC
ServicePrice
Safe Ride Fee$3.00
Minimum Fare$7.90
Base Fare$1.50
Cancellation Fee$5.00
Cost Per Mile$1.31
Cost Per Minute$0.20
About UberXL
  • Economy private rides with more space
  • 2 minute wait time
  • Door-to-door pickup and drop-off
  • Accommodates up to 6 riders per request, no additional fee for extra riders
  • Typical vehicles are minivans and large SUVs
  • Recommended for passengers with luggage or when extra trunk space is needed
  • The Lyft equivalent is Lyft XL
Sample Vehicles
  • Dodge Grand Caravan
  • Honda Pilot
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Distance: 39.14 miles

Duration: 1 hour(s) & 5 minutes

Cost of Driving: $6.74

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Price Trends in Burlington

Average Fare Estimate

(Within City Limits)The cheapest service in Burlington is Uber, which is 113.98% cheaper than Lyft, on average. Data is based on a large sample of fare estimates within Burlington.

Estimated Airport Fares

(From City Center)The cheapest trip from the center of Burlington to a nearby airport is Uber to Raleigh Durham International Airport at an average of $75.00

Fares by Day of Week

(Within City Limits) The cheapest day for Uber rides is on Saturday, while the most expensive day is on Tuesday. Similarly, the cheapest day to use Lyft is on Sunday, while the most expensive day to use the service is on Tuesday.

Average Price by Hour

The cheapest time for Lyft in Burlington is around 12PM at $7.80, and the most expensive time is around 4AM at $43.45. The cheapest time for Uber is around 12PM at $11.13, and the most expensive time is around 8AM at $18.75.

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FAQs

Uber is available and running in Burlington, NC. There are 4 levels of Uber service in Burlington, NC, which are Comfort, Uber Pet, UberX and UberXL.

Lyft is available and running in Burlington, NC. There are 2 levels of Lyft service in Burlington, NC, which are Plus and Standard.

Assume you are taking a ride in Burlington, NC to Piedmont Triad International Airport, which is 26.21 miles and takes 78 minutes. Lyft standard would be more expensive than UberX. The estimated cost of the Lyft ride is $44.73 compared to an estimated $41.91 with UberX. The cost of the Lyft ride is 6% more. The minimum fare for Uber in Burlington is $6.36, and the minimum fare for Lyft in Burlington is $3.18.

The cost per mile for Lyft Standard is $0.98. The cost per mile for UberX is $1.01. The cost per mile for Uber Pet is $1.01. The cost per mile for Uber Comfort is $1.15. The cost per mile for Lyft Plus is $1.31. The cost per mile for UberXL is $1.31.

Both Uber and Lyft are very similar in Burlington and in many cases indistinguishable from each other. Uber has more services than Lyft in Burlington, NC, with a total of 4 compared to the 2 offered by Lyft.

While there certainly are risks to riding in a vehicle driven by a stranger, the vast majority of Uber and Lyft rides in Burlington are safe. Both Uber and Lyft perform criminal background checks on drivers and have minimum requirements for vehicles. Both services utilize technology to determine if vehicles are driving off course, and allow you to share your ride location in real-time with a friend or family member. Both services have features within the app to immediately request help and will notify police in the Burlington area if necessary.

Uber and Lyft are currently not illegal in Burlington, NC.

Tipping is optional. Consider that most drivers in the Burlington area are earning a modest income from driving, and margins continue to shrink when the cost of gas, insurance, parts, and vehicles increases in price. Tip drivers that provide a level of service that meets or exceeds your expectations. Most tips fall within the 10%-20% range of the cost of the trip.

Uber Pet is available in Burlington, NC, which is a pet-friendly ride service for an additional fee. For other service options in Burlington, NC, drivers are allowed to refuse riders that include non-service dogs or cats. Service dogs are always permitted to ride with owners. For more information read the full FAQ.

Uber Car Seat is currently unavailable in Burlington, NC. Lyft does not have a car seat option in Burlington, NC. For more information read the full FAQ.

Uber does not offer phone support for riders in Burlington, NC. Only drivers can contact the Uber helpline at (800) 593-7069. For emergencies, contact 800-353-UBER. You can also click on 'help' within the app to send a message, or by filling out the contact form at https://help.uber.com.

Lyft does not offer phone support for riders in Burlington, NC. Only drivers can contact Lyft 24/7, by clicking on the phone icon within the driver app or dialing (888) 981-5226. Riders may contact Lyft by clicking help within the app, or by filling out the contact form at https://help.lyft.com.

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Cities Near Burlington

For those looking to explore, learn more about the cities nearest to Burlington here, including sights to see, popular destinations, and city information. Once you know where to go, you can also view fare estimates, rates, and transportation options to find out how to get there.

Elon, NCGlen Raven, NCAlamance, NCGibsonville, NCGraham, NCWhitsett, NCHaw River, NCOssipee, NCSwepsonville, NC

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Airports Near Burlington

Need a ride to or from the airport? Compare costs for rideshare and taxis in these Burlington area airports below! You can also see FAQs and, for arrivals here, some popular routes to travel once you touch down.

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Popular Burlington Routes

If you’re trying to choose locations to visit nearby, check out these routes and cities to visit around Burlington. There’s a range of prices for every service, so you can make sure to choose the cheapest option, as well as some basic information about the trip like the distance and duration of the ride.

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Burlington Neighborhoods

To really get a feel for Burlington’s flavor, try experiencing a new neighborhood—you never know what you might find with attractions like art, natural beauty, or local history and culture, as well as built tourist attractions like zoos or theme parks.

Abbington Place
Alamance Rd
Alamance Reserve
Alex Faye
Apple St / Sharpe Rd
Beaver Hills Estates
Beech Drive
Bellemont
Birchwood
Boone Station/Forestdale
Brassfield Meadows
Bridgewater
Buckingham Rd
Burch Landing
Burlington
Carriage Loop
Carson Farms East
Central Heights
Chapel Hill Road
Chisholm
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Burlington Landmarks

Both too many and too few options can make trip planning hard! If you’re struggling with things to do or places to go, here’s a list of popular destinations in Burlington based on ride pick-up and drop-offs.

Cedarock Park
Graham College Historical Marker

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Burlington Stats

Burlington, North Carolina is an incorporated American city in Alamance County. Burlington is in the America/New_York time zone. The population of Burlington is 131,043. The population density is 707 people per square mile. The median age is 38.9. The percentage of females in Burlington is 53%, and the percentage of males is 47% The average home value is $132,279. The median household income is $43,225. The median rent is $816. The home ownership rate is 51.5%. The average family size is 3.05 people. The percentage of the population that is married is 41.2%. The unemployment rate in is 6.6%. The percentage of the population that is working or looking for work is 65.3%. The percentage of the population that is college educated or above is 25.4%. The racial composition of Burlington is: 56.2% Caucasion, 27.9% African American, 3.3% Asian, 0.2% Native American, 0.1%, Pacific Islander, 2.2% Multiracial, 10.2% Other.

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Ridesharing and Taxis in Burlington

Up Hail helps you save money on a taxi near me, ride hailing, ridesharing, and the best car services such as Uber, Lyft, and Taxis in Alamance County and Burlington, NC. Up Hail helps riders & drivers compare Uber vs. Lyft to find out who is cheaper, and to find fare estimates, prices and rates for Lyft Plus, Lyft Standard, Uber Comfort, Uber Pet, UberX and UberXL in North Carolina, US. Get a lift and find the lowest cost and best options to an airport near me. You can use Up Hail to find the safe ride fee, minimum fare, base fare, cancellation fee, cost per mile, or cost per minute for different ride services like Uber, Taxi, Lyft. You can also find customer service information, phone numbers, and more. Rates cover zip codes: 27215 and 27217.

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