Uber, Lyft, Taxi from Johnson City, TN to Hickory, NC

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Johnson City, TN, US
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Lyft Popular Routes from Johnson City, TN
RouteFare Estimate*
Johnson City to Tri-Cities Regional TN/VA Airport$28-$36
Johnson City to Asheville Regional Airport$120-$185
Johnson City to McGhee Tyson Airport$200-$260
Johnson City to Spurgeon$25-$29
Johnson City to Elizabethton$26-$31
Johnson City to Unicoi$29-$33
Johnson City to Charlotte$330-$359

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

Lyft Rate Table for Johnson City, TN
ServicePrice
Minimum Fare$4.24
Base Fare$2.94
Cancellation Fee$5.00
Cost Per Mile$1.66
Cost Per Minute$0.27
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
Disclaimers, Tolls & Surcharges
  • Tolls and surcharges that apply may be added to your fare.
  • Other charges, like driver bonuses, could also be added to your fare amount.
Sample Vehicles
  • Honda Accord
  • Toyota Camry
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Uber UBERX Popular Routes from Johnson City, TN
RouteFare Estimate*
Johnson City to Tri-Cities Regional TN/VA Airport$36-$90
Johnson City to Asheville Regional Airport$166-$427
Johnson City to McGhee Tyson Airport$245-$638
Johnson City to Spurgeon$29-$32
Johnson City to Elizabethton$30-$33
Johnson City to Unicoi$32-$35
Johnson City to Charlotte$341-$376

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

Uber UBERX Rate Table for Johnson City, TN
ServicePrice
Safe Ride Fee$2.75
Minimum Fare$7.17
Base Fare$0.04
Cancellation Fee$5.75
Cost Per Mile$1.73
Cost Per Minute$0.28
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 Johnson City, TN
RouteFare Estimate*
Johnson City to Tri-Cities Regional TN/VA Airport$40-$50
Johnson City to Asheville Regional Airport$185-$260
Johnson City to McGhee Tyson Airport$320-$390
Johnson City to Spurgeon$36-$41
Johnson City to Elizabethton$38-$44
Johnson City to Unicoi$41-$47

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

Lyft XL Rate Table for Johnson City, TN
ServicePrice
Minimum Fare$6.00
Base Fare$3.75
Cancellation Fee$5.00
Cost Per Mile$2.56
Cost Per Minute$0.40
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
Disclaimers, Tolls & Surcharges
  • Tolls and surcharges that apply may be added to your fare.
  • Other charges, like driver bonuses, could also be added to your fare amount.
Sample Vehicles
  • Dodge Caravan
  • Honda Pilot
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UberXL Popular Routes from Johnson City, TN
RouteFare Estimate*
Johnson City to Tri-Cities Regional TN/VA Airport$56-$140
Johnson City to Asheville Regional Airport$244-$637
Johnson City to McGhee Tyson Airport$361-$950
Johnson City to Spurgeon$45-$49
Johnson City to Elizabethton$47-$52
Johnson City to Unicoi$50-$55
Johnson City to Charlotte$504-$554

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

UberXL Rate Table for Johnson City, TN
ServicePrice
Safe Ride Fee$2.90
Minimum Fare$8.90
Base Fare$3.75
Cancellation Fee$5.00
Cost Per Mile$2.56
Cost Per Minute$0.40
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: 73.38 miles

Duration: 2 hour(s) & 2 minutes

Cost of Driving: $12.56

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Price Trends in Johnson City

Average Fare Estimate

(Within City Limits)The cheapest service in Johnson City is Lyft, which is 3.82% cheaper than Lyft, on average. Data is based on a large sample of fare estimates within Johnson City.

Estimated Airport Fares

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Fares by Day of Week

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

Average Price by Hour

The cheapest time for Lyft in Johnson City is around 10AM at $14.57, and the most expensive time is around 12AM at $23.00. The cheapest time for Uber is around 12AM at $0.00, and the most expensive time is around 12AM at $0.00.

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FAQs

Uber is available and running in Johnson City, TN. There are 2 levels of Uber service in Johnson City, TN, which are UberXL and uberX.

Lyft is available and running in Johnson City, TN. There are 2 levels of Lyft service in Johnson City, TN, which are Plus and Standard.

Assume you are taking a ride in Johnson City, TN to Tri-Cities Regional TN/VA Airport, which is 9.42 miles and takes 28 minutes. Lyft standard would be more expensive than UberX. The estimated cost of the Lyft ride is $29.39 compared to an estimated $24.18 with UberX. The cost of the Lyft ride is 17% more. The minimum fare for Uber in Johnson City is $7.17, and the minimum fare for Lyft in Johnson City is $4.24.

The cost per mile for Lyft Standard is $1.66. The cost per mile for Uber uberX is $1.73. The cost per mile for Lyft Plus is $2.56. The cost per mile for UberXL is $2.56.

Both Uber and Lyft are very similar in Johnson City and in many cases indistinguishable from each other. Both Uber and Lyft have the same amount of services in Johnson City, TN, 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 Johnson City 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 Johnson City area if necessary.

Uber and Lyft are currently not illegal in Johnson City, TN.

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

Uber does not offer phone support for riders in Johnson City, TN. 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 Johnson City, TN. 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 Johnson City

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

Central, TNPine Crest, TNWatauga, TNJonesborough, TNOak Grove, TNGray, TNElizabethton, TNSpurgeon, TNUnicoi, TN

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Airports Near Johnson City

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

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

To really get a feel for Johnson City’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.

Autumn Hills
Baldridge / Hopper
Barton's Creek
Beechwood
Blakemore Circle
Boones Creek
Brush Creek Meadows
Buffalo View
Camelot Two
Care Lane
Carnegie Village
Carroll Creek
Carr Road
Cash Hollow Rd
Cedar Rock Village
Central
Cherokee
College Heights
Colony Park
Dave Buck Road
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Johnson City 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 Johnson City based on ride pick-up and drop-offs.

Chester Inn Museum
Sabine Hill Historical Marker

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Johnson City Stats

Johnson City, Tennessee is an incorporated American city in Washington County. Johnson City is in the America/New_York time zone. The population of Johnson City is 127,571. The population density is 599 people per square mile. The median age is 35.6. The percentage of females in Johnson City is 52.8%, and the percentage of males is 47.2% The average home value is $169,051. The median household income is $41,682. The median rent is $755. The home ownership rate is 50.1%. The average family size is 2.87 people. The percentage of the population that is married is 41.8%. The unemployment rate in is 5.5%. The percentage of the population that is working or looking for work is 61.1%. The percentage of the population that is college educated or above is 39.9%. The racial composition of Johnson City is: 85.6% Caucasion, 7.1% African American, 2.8% Asian, 0.5% Native American, 2.9% Multiracial, 1.1% Other.

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Ridesharing and Taxis in Johnson City

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