Uber, Lyft, Taxi from Destin, FL to Gainesville, FL

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Destin, FL, US
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Lyft Popular Routes from Destin, FL
RouteFare Estimate*
Destin to Hurlburt Field$25-$110
Destin to Destin-Ft Walton Beach Airport$32-$142
Destin to Duke Field$42-$185
Destin to Fort Walton Beach$34-$40
Destin to Ocean City$35-$41
Destin to Niceville$47-$54
Destin to New Orleans$484-$516

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

Lyft Rate Table for Destin, FL
ServicePrice
Minimum Fare$4.24
Base Fare$1.59
Cancellation Fee$5.00
Cost Per Mile$1.28
Cost Per Minute$0.17
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 Destin, FL
RouteFare Estimate*
Destin to Hurlburt Field$39-$78
Destin to Destin-Ft Walton Beach Airport$43-$80
Destin to Duke Field$64-$105
Destin to Fort Walton Beach$30-$33
Destin to Ocean City$32-$35
Destin to Niceville$43-$47
Destin to New Orleans$396-$435

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

Uber UBERX Rate Table for Destin, FL
ServicePrice
Safe Ride Fee$3.00
Minimum Fare$7.59
Base Fare$1.66
Cancellation Fee$5.75
Cost Per Mile$1.35
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 Comfort Popular Routes from Destin, FL
RouteFare Estimate*
Destin to Hurlburt Field$46-$84
Destin to Destin-Ft Walton Beach Airport$50-$89
Destin to Duke Field$74-$114
Destin to Fort Walton Beach$34-$38
Destin to Ocean City$37-$40
Destin to Niceville$48-$53
Destin to New Orleans$459-$505

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

Uber Comfort Rate Table for Destin, FL
ServicePrice
Safe Ride Fee$3.90
Minimum Fare$12.77
Base Fare$2.42
Cancellation Fee$5.00
Cost Per Mile$1.50
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 Destin, FL
RouteFare Estimate*
Destin to Hurlburt Field$40-$120
Destin to Destin-Ft Walton Beach Airport$50-$154
Destin to Duke Field$60-$210
Destin to Fort Walton Beach$42-$48
Destin to Ocean City$44-$50
Destin to Niceville$60-$68

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

Lyft XL Rate Table for Destin, FL
ServicePrice
Minimum Fare$6.00
Base Fare$2.75
Cancellation Fee$5.00
Cost Per Mile$2.06
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 Destin, FL
RouteFare Estimate*
Destin to Hurlburt Field$53-$90
Destin to Destin-Ft Walton Beach Airport$59-$102
Destin to Duke Field$89-$131
Destin to Fort Walton Beach$40-$44
Destin to Ocean City$43-$47
Destin to Niceville$56-$62
Destin to New Orleans$585-$643

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

UberXL Rate Table for Destin, FL
ServicePrice
Safe Ride Fee$3.15
Minimum Fare$9.15
Base Fare$2.75
Cancellation Fee$5.50
Cost Per Mile$2.06
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: 285.38 miles

Duration: 7 hour(s) & 58 minutes

Cost of Driving: $50.58

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FAQs

Uber is available and running in Destin, FL. There are 3 levels of Uber service in Destin, FL, which are Comfort, UberX and UberXL.

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

Assume you are taking a ride in Destin, FL to Destin-Ft Walton Beach Airport, which is 6.93 miles and takes 20 minutes. Lyft standard would be more expensive than UberX. The estimated cost of the Lyft ride is $17.36 compared to an estimated $14.62 with UberX. The cost of the Lyft ride is 15% more. The minimum fare for Uber in Destin is $7.59, and the minimum fare for Lyft in Destin is $4.24.

The cost per mile for Lyft Standard is $1.28. The cost per mile for UberX is $1.35. The cost per mile for Uber Comfort is $1.50. The cost per mile for Lyft Plus is $2.06. The cost per mile for UberXL is $2.06.

Both Uber and Lyft are very similar in Destin and in many cases indistinguishable from each other. Uber has more services than Lyft in Destin, FL, with a total of 3 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 Destin 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 Destin area if necessary.

Uber and Lyft are currently not illegal in Destin, FL.

Tipping is optional. Consider that most drivers in the Destin 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.

For all service options in Destin, FL, 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 Destin, FL. Lyft does not have a car seat option in Destin, FL. For more information read the full FAQ.

Uber does not offer phone support for riders in Destin, FL. 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 Destin, FL. 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 Destin

For those looking to explore, learn more about the cities nearest to Destin 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.

Eglin AFB, FLLake Lorraine, FLValparaiso, FLShalimar, FLMiramar Beach, FLCinco Bayou, FLOcean City, FLFort Walton Beach, FLNiceville, FL

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Airports Near Destin

Need a ride to or from the airport? Compare costs for rideshare and taxis in these Destin 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 Destin Routes

If you’re trying to choose locations to visit nearby, check out these routes and cities to visit around Destin. 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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Destin Neighborhoods

To really get a feel for Destin’s flavor, try experiencing a new neighborhoodβ€”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.

Airport Rd
Azeala
Bayou - Main Street
Beach and Kelly South
Calusa Bay
Crystal Beach
Crystal Lake Dr
Diamond Lakes
Eagles Landing
East Pass Towers I
Emerald Bay and Baywinds
Emerald Lakes
Grand Harbor
Gulf Breeze Shore
Harbor Breeze
Heritage Run
Holiday Isle
Indian Bayou
Indian Lake
Indian Trail
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Destin 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 Destin based on ride pick-up and drop-offs.

Mid-Bay Bridge
HarborWalk Adventures

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Destin Stats

Destin, Florida is an incorporated American town in Okaloosa County. Destin is in the America/Chicago time zone. The population of Destin is 14,247. The population density is 715 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3. The percentage of females in Destin is 50.5%, and the percentage of males is 49.5% The average home value is $332,601. The median household income is $79,000. The median rent is $1,440. The home ownership rate is 69.9%. The average family size is 2.91 people. The percentage of the population that is married is 52.1%. The unemployment rate in is 3.8%. The percentage of the population that is working or looking for work is 68.2%. The percentage of the population that is college educated or above is 41.6%. The racial composition of Destin is: 86.7% Caucasion, 2.6% African American, 1.9% Asian, 0.4% Native American, 2.9% Multiracial, 5.5% Other.

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Ridesharing and Taxis in Destin

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