Uber, Lyft, Taxi from Merritt Island, FL to Palm Bay, FL

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Merritt Island, FL, US
Palm Bay, FL, US
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Lyft Popular Routes from Merritt Island, FL
RouteFare Estimate*
Merritt Island to Orlando International Airport$60-$235
Merritt Island to Orlando Sanford International Airport$90-$450
Merritt Island to Daytona Beach International Airport$90-$450
Merritt Island to Cocoa West$20-$24
Merritt Island to Cocoa$23-$26
Merritt Island to Palm Shores$25-$29
Merritt Island to Tampa$196-$218

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

Lyft Rate Table for Merritt Island, FL
ServicePrice
Minimum Fare$4.12
Base Fare$1.55
Cancellation Fee$5.00
Cost Per Mile$1.26
Cost Per Minute$0.16
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 Merritt Island, FL
RouteFare Estimate*
Merritt Island to Orlando International Airport$74-$91
Merritt Island to Orlando Sanford International Airport$89-$111
Merritt Island to Daytona Beach International Airport$100-$115
Merritt Island to Cocoa West$22-$24
Merritt Island to Cocoa$25-$27
Merritt Island to Palm Shores$26-$29
Merritt Island to Tampa$175-$193

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

Uber UBERX Rate Table for Merritt Island, FL
ServicePrice
Safe Ride Fee$3.05
Minimum Fare$7.49
Base Fare$3.46
Cancellation Fee$5.75
Cost Per Mile$0.99
Cost Per Minute$0.23
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 Green Popular Routes from Merritt Island, FL
RouteFare Estimate*
Merritt Island to Orlando International Airport$74-$91
Merritt Island to Orlando Sanford International Airport$89-$111
Merritt Island to Daytona Beach International Airport$100-$115
Merritt Island to Cocoa West$22-$24
Merritt Island to Cocoa$25-$27
Merritt Island to Palm Shores$26-$29
Merritt Island to Tampa$175-$193

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

Uber Green Rate Table for Merritt Island, FL
ServicePrice
Safe Ride Fee$3.05
Minimum Fare$7.49
Base Fare$3.46
Cancellation Fee$5.75
Cost Per Mile$0.99
Cost Per Minute$0.23
Sample Vehicles
  • Toyota Prius
  • Chevy Bolt
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Uber Pet Popular Routes from Merritt Island, FL
RouteFare Estimate*
Merritt Island to Orlando International Airport$79-$96
Merritt Island to Orlando Sanford International Airport$94-$117
Merritt Island to Daytona Beach International Airport$105-$121
Merritt Island to Cocoa West$27-$30
Merritt Island to Cocoa$30-$33
Merritt Island to Palm Shores$31-$35
Merritt Island to Tampa$180-$198

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

Uber Pet Rate Table for Merritt Island, FL
ServicePrice
Safe Ride Fee$3.05
Minimum Fare$7.49
Base Fare$3.46
Cancellation Fee$5.75
Cost Per Mile$0.99
Cost Per Minute$0.23
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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Lyft XL Popular Routes from Merritt Island, FL
RouteFare Estimate*
Merritt Island to Orlando International Airport$90-$285
Merritt Island to Orlando Sanford International Airport$140-$450
Merritt Island to Daytona Beach International Airport$150-$500
Merritt Island to Cocoa West$28-$33
Merritt Island to Cocoa$31-$35
Merritt Island to Palm Shores$33-$38
Merritt Island to Tampa$282-$311

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

Lyft XL Rate Table for Merritt Island, 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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Uber Comfort Popular Routes from Merritt Island, FL
RouteFare Estimate*
Merritt Island to Orlando International Airport$89-$110
Merritt Island to Orlando Sanford International Airport$109-$135
Merritt Island to Daytona Beach International Airport$120-$142
Merritt Island to Cocoa West$28-$30
Merritt Island to Cocoa$31-$34
Merritt Island to Palm Shores$33-$36
Merritt Island to Tampa$215-$236

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

Uber Comfort Rate Table for Merritt Island, FL
ServicePrice
Safe Ride Fee$3.97
Minimum Fare$13.00
Base Fare$5.03
Cancellation Fee$5.00
Cost Per Mile$1.11
Cost Per Minute$0.39
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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UberXL Popular Routes from Merritt Island, FL
RouteFare Estimate*
Merritt Island to Orlando International Airport$103-$127
Merritt Island to Orlando Sanford International Airport$126-$155
Merritt Island to Daytona Beach International Airport$143-$163
Merritt Island to Cocoa West$29-$32
Merritt Island to Cocoa$33-$36
Merritt Island to Palm Shores$36-$39
Merritt Island to Tampa$250-$275

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

UberXL Rate Table for Merritt Island, FL
ServicePrice
Safe Ride Fee$3.20
Minimum Fare$9.20
Base Fare$5.69
Cancellation Fee$5.50
Cost Per Mile$1.52
Cost Per Minute$0.26
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: 4.08 miles

Duration: 6 minutes

Cost of Driving: $0.72

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Price Trends in Merritt Island

Average Fare Estimate

(Within City Limits)The cheapest service in Merritt Island is Lyft, which is 25.76% cheaper than Uber, on average. Data is based on a large sample of fare estimates within Merritt Island.

Estimated Airport Fares

(From City Center)The cheapest trip from the center of Merritt Island to a nearby airport is Lyft to Orlando International Airport at an average of $79.00

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FAQs

Uber is available and running in Merritt Island, FL. There are 5 levels of Uber service in Merritt Island, FL, which are Comfort, Uber Green, Uber Pet, UberX and UberXL.

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

Assume you are taking a ride in Merritt Island, FL to Patrick Air Force Base, which is 6.65 miles and takes 19 minutes. Lyft standard would be more expensive than UberX. The estimated cost of the Lyft ride is $16.47 compared to an estimated $14.41 with UberX. The cost of the Lyft ride is 12% more. The minimum fare for Uber in Merritt Island is $7.49, and the minimum fare for Lyft in Merritt Island is $4.12.

The cost per mile for UberX is $0.99. The cost per mile for Uber Green is $0.99. The cost per mile for Uber Pet is $0.99. The cost per mile for Uber Comfort is $1.11. The cost per mile for Lyft Standard is $1.26. The cost per mile for UberXL is $1.52. The cost per mile for Lyft Plus is $2.06.

Both Uber and Lyft are very similar in Merritt Island and in many cases indistinguishable from each other. Uber has more services than Lyft in Merritt Island, FL, with a total of 5 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 Merritt Island 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 Merritt Island area if necessary.

Uber and Lyft are currently not illegal in Merritt Island, FL.

Tipping is optional. Consider that most drivers in the Merritt Island 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 Merritt Island, FL, which is a pet-friendly ride service for an additional fee. For other service options in Merritt Island, 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 Merritt Island, FL. Lyft does not have a car seat option in Merritt Island, FL. For more information read the full FAQ.

Uber does not offer phone support for riders in Merritt Island, 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 Merritt Island, 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 Merritt Island

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

Cocoa Beach, FLRockledge, FLViera East, FLViera West, FLPatrick AFB, FLCape Canaveral, FLCocoa West, FLCocoa, FLPalm Shores, FL

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Airports Near Merritt Island

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

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

To really get a feel for Merritt Island’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.

Barony Estates
Bel Aire
Bridgewater
Carlton Groves
Chase Hammock
Citrus Isle
Citrus River Grove
Copperfield
Country River Estates
Courtenay
Crisafulli
Crisfulli
Diana Shores
Edgewater Groves
Egrets Landing
Fairfax Subdvision
Fortenberry Rd
Glen Haven Drive
Goldenrod
Greenview/Bella Capri
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Merritt Island 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 Merritt Island based on ride pick-up and drop-offs.

Westgate Cocoa Beach Pier
Cape Canaveral Lighthouse Tours
I Dream of Jeannie Ln
Porcher House
Canaveral Lock

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Merritt Island Stats

Merritt Island, Florida is an incorporated American town in Brevard County. Merritt Island is in the America/New_York time zone. The population of Merritt Island is 36,532. The population density is 805 people per square mile. The median age is 49.4. The percentage of females in Merritt Island is 50.7%, and the percentage of males is 49.3% The average home value is $261,797. The median household income is $64,865. The median rent is $1,019. The home ownership rate is 77.1%. The average family size is 3.11 people. The percentage of the population that is married is 51.3%. The unemployment rate in is 4.4%. The percentage of the population that is working or looking for work is 58.4%. The percentage of the population that is college educated or above is 35.6%. The racial composition of Merritt Island is: 90.5% Caucasion, 4.6% African American, 1.6% Asian, 0.2% Native American, 0.2%, Pacific Islander, 2.4% Multiracial, 0.6% Other.

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Ridesharing and Taxis in Merritt Island

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