Uber, Lyft, Taxi from Lake City, FL to Lakeland, FL

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Lake City, FL, US
Lakeland, FL, US
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Lyft Popular Routes from Lake City, FL
RouteFare Estimate*
Lake City to Jacksonville International Airport$85-$105
Lake City to Tallahassee Regional Airport$120-$160
Lake City to Daytona Beach International Airport$165-$210
Lake City to Branford$31-$36
Lake City to Spring Ridge$39-$45
Lake City to Raiford$42-$47
Lake City to Tampa$207-$229

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

Lyft Rate Table for Lake City, FL
ServicePrice
Minimum Fare$3.21
Base Fare$1.58
Cancellation Fee$5.00
Cost Per Mile$1.18
Cost Per Minute$0.14
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
  • Flights departing from TLH are subject to a $2.50 fee.
  • In addition to the base fare, applicable tolls and surcharges may be applied.
  • Additional charges, such as driver bonuses, may also be added to the total fare.
Sample Vehicles
  • Honda Accord
  • Toyota Camry
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Uber UBERX Popular Routes from Lake City, FL
RouteFare Estimate*
Lake City to Jacksonville International Airport$85-$139
Lake City to Tallahassee Regional Airport$156-$217
Lake City to Daytona Beach International Airport$219-$280
Lake City to Branford$39-$43
Lake City to Raiford$46-$51
Lake City to Spring Ridge$47-$52
Lake City to Tampa$242-$266

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

Uber UBERX Rate Table for Lake City, FL
ServicePrice
Safe Ride Fee$2.20
Minimum Fare$5.72
Base Fare$1.67
Cancellation Fee$5.75
Cost Per Mile$1.24
Cost Per Minute$0.15
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
Disclaimers, Tolls & Surcharges
  • Trips departing from GNV are subject to a $0.75 airport surcharge in addition to any applicable tolls.
Sample Vehicles
  • Honda Accord
  • Toyota Camry
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Uber Comfort Popular Routes from Lake City, FL
RouteFare Estimate*
Lake City to Jacksonville International Airport$127-$143
Lake City to Tallahassee Regional Airport$199-$223
Lake City to Daytona Beach International Airport$256-$288
Lake City to Branford$52-$57
Lake City to Raiford$62-$69
Lake City to Spring Ridge$63-$69
Lake City to Tampa$284-$313

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

Uber Comfort Rate Table for Lake City, FL
ServicePrice
Safe Ride Fee$2.86
Minimum Fare$10.00
Base Fare$2.50
Cancellation Fee$5.75
Cost Per Mile$1.42
Cost Per Minute$0.20
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
Disclaimers, Tolls & Surcharges
  • Trips departing from GNV are subject to a $0.75 airport surcharge in addition to any applicable tolls.
Sample Vehicles
  • Chevy Tahoe
  • Honda Odyssey
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Lyft XL Popular Routes from Lake City, FL
RouteFare Estimate*
Lake City to Jacksonville International Airport$120-$160
Lake City to Tallahassee Regional Airport$185-$240
Lake City to Daytona Beach International Airport$250-$355
Lake City to Branford$48-$55
Lake City to Spring Ridge$59-$67
Lake City to Raiford$62-$69
Lake City to Tampa$314-$342

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

Lyft XL Rate Table for Lake City, FL
ServicePrice
Minimum Fare$6.00
Base Fare$2.75
Cancellation Fee$5.00
Cost Per Mile$1.81
Cost Per Minute$0.18
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
  • Flights departing from TLH are subject to a $2.50 fee.
  • In addition to the base fare, applicable tolls and surcharges may be applied.
  • Additional charges, such as driver bonuses, may also be added to the total fare.
Sample Vehicles
  • Dodge Caravan
  • Honda Pilot
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UberXL Popular Routes from Lake City, FL
RouteFare Estimate*
Lake City to Jacksonville International Airport$154-$172
Lake City to Tallahassee Regional Airport$243-$271
Lake City to Daytona Beach International Airport$313-$351
Lake City to Branford$61-$67
Lake City to Raiford$73-$81
Lake City to Spring Ridge$74-$82
Lake City to Tampa$348-$383

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

UberXL Rate Table for Lake City, FL
ServicePrice
Safe Ride Fee$2.35
Minimum Fare$8.35
Base Fare$2.75
Cancellation Fee$5.50
Cost Per Mile$1.81
Cost Per Minute$0.18
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
Disclaimers, Tolls & Surcharges
  • Trips departing from GNV are subject to a $0.75 airport surcharge in addition to any applicable tolls.
Sample Vehicles
  • Dodge Grand Caravan
  • Honda Pilot
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Distance: 51.83 miles

Duration: 1 hour(s) & 26 minutes

Cost of Driving: $9.19

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Price Trends in Lake City

Average Fare Estimate

(Within City Limits)The cheapest service in Lake City is Lyft, which is 33.32% cheaper than Uber, on average. Data is based on a large sample of fare estimates within Lake City.

Estimated Airport Fares

(From City Center)The cheapest trip from the center of Lake City to a nearby airport is Lyft to Jacksonville International Airport at an average of $95.00

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FAQs

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

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

Assume you are taking a ride in Lake City, FL to Gainesville Regional Airport, which is 41.21 miles and takes 123 minutes. The standard UberX would be more expensive than Lyft Standard. The estimated cost of the UberX ride is $71.22 compared to an estimated $70.08 with Lyft. The cost of the UberX ride is 1% more. The minimum fare for Uber in Lake City is $5.72, and the minimum fare for Lyft in Lake City is $3.21.

The cost per mile for Lyft Standard is $1.18. The cost per mile for UberX is $1.24. The cost per mile for Uber Comfort is $1.42. The cost per mile for Lyft Plus is $1.81. The cost per mile for UberXL is $1.81.

Both Uber and Lyft are very similar in Lake City and in many cases indistinguishable from each other. Uber has more services than Lyft in Lake City, 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 Lake 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 Lake City area if necessary.

Uber and Lyft are currently not illegal in Lake City, FL.

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

Uber does not offer phone support for riders in Lake City, 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 Lake City, 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 Lake City

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

Five Points, FLWatertown, FLWhite Springs, FLFort White, FLLive Oak, FLWorthington Springs, FLBranford, FLSpring Ridge, FLRaiford, FL

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Airports Near Lake City

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

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

To really get a feel for Lake 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.

49th - Cedar
Ascena Terrace - Troy
Azaela Park
Battle Hill Lane
Callaway
Carpenter Rd
Columbia City
Countryclub
Cr 252
Deer Creek
Eastside / FGC
Eastside Village
Eastwood
Ellisville
Emerald Forest
Emerald Lakes
FGC Timberwolves Housing
Forest Hills
Gatorwood
Gwen Lake
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Lake 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 Lake City based on ride pick-up and drop-offs.

Columbia County Government Offices

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Lake City Stats

Lake City, Florida is an incorporated American town in Columbia County. Lake City is in the America/New_York time zone. The population of Lake City is 26,271. The population density is 402 people per square mile. The median age is 36.3. The percentage of females in Lake City is 49.5%, and the percentage of males is 50.5% The average home value is $107,206. The median household income is $38,000. The median rent is $856. The home ownership rate is 42.6%. The average family size is 3.42 people. The percentage of the population that is married is 35.4%. The unemployment rate in is 7.9%. The percentage of the population that is working or looking for work is 58.1%. The percentage of the population that is college educated or above is 21.5%. The racial composition of Lake City is: 56.1% Caucasion, 36.2% African American, 2.9% Asian, 0.3% Native American, 3.6% Multiracial, 0.8% Other.

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Ridesharing and Taxis in Lake City

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