Uber, Lyft, Taxi from East Lansing, MI to Lansing, MI

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East Lansing, MI, US
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Lyft Popular Routes from East Lansing, MI
RouteFare Estimate*
East Lansing to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport$110-$140
East Lansing to MBS International Airport$120-$140
East Lansing to Toledo Express Airport$140-$185
East Lansing to Waverly$15-$18
East Lansing to Holt$18-$21
East Lansing to Dimondale$23-$27
East Lansing to Detroit$108-$120

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

Lyft Rate Table for East Lansing, MI
ServicePrice
Minimum Fare$3.34
Base Fare$1.10
Cancellation Fee$5.00
Cost Per Mile$1.16
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 East Lansing, MI
RouteFare Estimate*
East Lansing to MBS International Airport$108-$152
East Lansing to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport$138-$183
East Lansing to Toledo Express Airport$181-$222
East Lansing to Waverly$21-$23
East Lansing to Holt$29-$32
East Lansing to Dimondale$34-$37
East Lansing to Detroit$130-$143

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

Uber UBERX Rate Table for East Lansing, MI
ServicePrice
Safe Ride Fee$2.45
Minimum Fare$5.84
Base Fare$1.13
Cancellation Fee$5.75
Cost Per Mile$1.20
Cost Per Minute$0.17
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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Lyft XL Popular Routes from East Lansing, MI
RouteFare Estimate*
East Lansing to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport$165-$220
East Lansing to MBS International Airport$185-$235
East Lansing to Toledo Express Airport$240-$285
East Lansing to Waverly$23-$28
East Lansing to Holt$28-$33
East Lansing to Dimondale$35-$41
East Lansing to Detroit$171-$191

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

Lyft XL Rate Table for East Lansing, MI
ServicePrice
Minimum Fare$5.00
Base Fare$2.00
Cancellation Fee$5.00
Cost Per Mile$1.96
Cost Per Minute$0.25
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 East Lansing, MI
RouteFare Estimate*
East Lansing to MBS International Airport$169-$221
East Lansing to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport$214-$263
East Lansing to Toledo Express Airport$287-$350
East Lansing to Waverly$30-$33
East Lansing to Holt$41-$45
East Lansing to Dimondale$48-$52
East Lansing to Detroit$204-$224

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

UberXL Rate Table for East Lansing, MI
ServicePrice
Safe Ride Fee$2.60
Minimum Fare$7.60
Base Fare$2.00
Cancellation Fee$7.00
Cost Per Mile$1.96
Cost Per Minute$0.25
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: 5.3 miles

Duration: 8 minutes

Cost of Driving: $0.95

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Price Trends in East Lansing

Average Fare Estimate

(Within City Limits)The cheapest service in East Lansing is Lyft, which is 12.58% cheaper than Uber, on average. Data is based on a large sample of fare estimates within East Lansing.

Estimated Airport Fares

(From City Center)The cheapest trip from the center of East Lansing to a nearby airport is Uber to MBS International Airport at an average of $116.00

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FAQs

Uber is available and running in East Lansing, MI. There are 2 levels of Uber service in East Lansing, MI, which are UberX and UberXL.

Lyft is available and running in East Lansing, MI. There are 2 levels of Lyft service in East Lansing, MI, which are Plus and Standard.

Assume you are taking a ride in East Lansing, MI to Capital City Airport, which is 5.68 miles and takes 17 minutes. Lyft standard would be more expensive than UberX. The estimated cost of the Lyft ride is $13.23 compared to an estimated $10.84 with UberX. The cost of the Lyft ride is 18% more. The minimum fare for Uber in East Lansing is $5.84, and the minimum fare for Lyft in East Lansing is $3.34.

The cost per mile for Lyft Standard is $1.16. The cost per mile for UberX is $1.20. The cost per mile for Lyft Plus is $1.96. The cost per mile for UberXL is $1.96.

Both Uber and Lyft are very similar in East Lansing and in many cases indistinguishable from each other. Both Uber and Lyft have the same amount of services in East Lansing, MI, with a total of 2 services each.

While there certainly are risks to riding in a vehicle driven by a stranger, the vast majority of Uber and Lyft rides in East Lansing 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 East Lansing area if necessary.

Uber and Lyft are currently not illegal in East Lansing, MI.

Tipping is optional. Consider that most drivers in the East Lansing 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 East Lansing, MI, 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 East Lansing, MI. Lyft does not have a car seat option in East Lansing, MI. For more information read the full FAQ.

Uber does not offer phone support for riders in East Lansing, MI. 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 East Lansing, MI. 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 East Lansing

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

Haslett, MILansing, MIOkemos, MIBath, MIEdgemont Park, MIDeWitt, MIWaverly, MIHolt, MIDimondale, MI

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Airports Near East Lansing

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

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

To really get a feel for East Lansing’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.

Abbott / Lake Lansing
Ashton Lake
Bailey
Banyon Park
Bath State Rd
Bear Lake
Brookfield
Burcham/MMS
Chandler Crossings
Chateau in the Pines I
Chesterfield Hills
Cider Mill Cove
Coolidge
Dutch Hills
Everett Woods
Glencairn/Oakwood
Golden Circle
Greens
Haslett Rd
Hawk Hollow
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East Lansing 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 East Lansing based on ride pick-up and drop-offs.

Michigan State Capitol
Michigan
Turner-Dodge House & Heritage Center
Meridian Historical Village
Boji Tower Limited

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East Lansing Stats

East Lansing, Michigan is an incorporated American town in Ingham County. East Lansing is in the America/Detroit time zone. The population of East Lansing is 48,145. The population density is 1,384 people per square mile. The median age is 21.4. The percentage of females in East Lansing is 50.2%, and the percentage of males is 49.8% The average home value is $192,997. The median household income is $39,867. The median rent is $952. The home ownership rate is 35.6%. The average family size is 2.92 people. The percentage of the population that is married is 17.3%. The unemployment rate in is 8.6%. The percentage of the population that is working or looking for work is 56.3%. The percentage of the population that is college educated or above is 72%. The racial composition of East Lansing is: 75.9% Caucasion, 6.8% African American, 12.5% Asian, 0.3% Native American, 3.6% Multiracial, 0.9% Other.

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Ridesharing and Taxis in East Lansing

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 Ingham County and East Lansing, MI. 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, UberX and UberXL in Michigan, 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: 48823, 48825 and 48826.

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