Uber, Lyft, Taxi from New York, NY to Newark, NJ

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Lyft Popular Routes from New York, NY
RouteFare Estimate*
New York to La Guardia Airport$28-$70
New York to John F Kennedy International Airport$30-$70
New York to Newark Liberty International Airport$70-$165
New York to Brooklyn$26-$30
New York to Queens$42-$49
New York to West New York$78-$87
New York to Guttenberg$82-$92

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

Lyft Rate Table for New York, NY
ServicePrice
Minimum Fare$7.30
Cancellation Fee$5.39
Cost Per Mile$1.55
Cost Per Minute$0.71
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
  • Travelling to or from JFK, LGA, and EWR airports are subject to a $2.50 surcharge.
  • Each Shared trip to or from these airports is subject to a $1.25 surcharge.
  • Other charges that may be added to your fare include tolls, surcharges and bonuses.
Sample Vehicles
  • Honda Accord
  • Toyota Camry
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Uber UBERX Popular Routes from New York, NY
RouteFare Estimate*
New York to La Guardia Airport$28-$64
New York to John F Kennedy International Airport$35-$79
New York to Newark Liberty International Airport$87-$142
New York to Brooklyn$29-$31
New York to Queens$43-$47
New York to West New York$92-$101
New York to Guttenberg$96-$106

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

Uber UBERX Rate Table for New York, NY
ServicePrice
Minimum Fare$7.19
Cancellation Fee$5.00
Cost Per Mile$1.55
Cost Per Minute$0.71
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
  • According to New York State law, a 3% surcharge may be added to trips for the Black Car Fund.
  • There is a $20 surcharge on all trips between NYC and New Jersey.
  • All trips beginning in NYC are limited to 4 hours.
  • Intrastate trips provided by vehicles affiliated with Black Car bases include New York sales tax.
  • There is a $10 surcharge on all non-taxi trips starting on Randall’s Island.
Sample Vehicles
  • Honda Accord
  • Toyota Camry
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uberWAV Popular Routes from New York, NY
RouteFare Estimate*
New York to La Guardia Airport$28-$64
New York to John F Kennedy International Airport$35-$79
New York to Newark Liberty International Airport$87-$142
New York to Brooklyn$29-$31
New York to Queens$43-$47
New York to West New York$92-$101
New York to Guttenberg$96-$106

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

uberWAV Rate Table for New York, NY
ServicePrice
Minimum Fare$7.19
Cancellation Fee$5.00
Cost Per Mile$1.55
Cost Per Minute$0.71
About uberWAV
  • The lowest cost private ride option designed for wheelchair accessibility
  • No extra cost - same rates as UberX
  • Vehicles are equipped with folding ramps
  • Drivers trained and certified to assist riders into vehicles
  • Service animals permitted (as with all Uber services)
  • Door-to-door pickup and drop-off
  • Accommodates as many companions as available seats, no additional fee for extra riders
  • Typical vehicles are wheelchair accessible vans and SUVs
  • Recommended for passengers with luggage or when extra trunk space is needed
  • The Lyft equivalent is Lyft Access
Disclaimers, Tolls & Surcharges
  • According to New York State law, a 3% surcharge may be added to trips for the Black Car Fund.
  • There is a $20 surcharge on all trips between NYC and New Jersey.
  • All trips beginning in NYC are limited to 4 hours.
  • Intrastate trips provided by vehicles affiliated with Black Car bases include New York sales tax.
  • There is a $10 surcharge on all non-taxi trips starting on Randall’s Island.
Sample Vehicles
  • Dodge Caravan
  • MV-1
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Uber Green Popular Routes from New York, NY
RouteFare Estimate*
New York to La Guardia Airport$28-$62
New York to John F Kennedy International Airport$37-$79
New York to Newark Liberty International Airport$87-$142
New York to Brooklyn$29-$32
New York to Queens$43-$47
New York to West New York$92-$101
New York to Guttenberg$96-$106

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

Uber Green Rate Table for New York, NY
ServicePrice
Minimum Fare$7.19
Cancellation Fee$5.00
Cost Per Mile$1.55
Cost Per Minute$0.71
Disclaimers, Tolls & Surcharges
  • According to New York State law, a 3% surcharge may be added to trips for the Black Car Fund.
  • There is a $20 surcharge on all trips between NYC and New Jersey.
  • All trips beginning in NYC are limited to 4 hours.
  • Intrastate trips provided by vehicles affiliated with Black Car bases include New York sales tax.
  • There is a $10 surcharge on all non-taxi trips starting on Randall’s Island.
Sample Vehicles
  • Toyota Prius
  • Chevy Bolt
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UberX Car Seat Popular Routes from New York, NY
RouteFare Estimate*
New York to La Guardia Airport$39-$76
New York to John F Kennedy International Airport$46-$91
New York to Newark Liberty International Airport$97-$153
New York to Brooklyn$40-$44
New York to Queens$54-$60
New York to West New York$102-$112
New York to Guttenberg$107-$117

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

UberX Car Seat Rate Table for New York, NY
ServicePrice
Minimum Fare$7.19
Cancellation Fee$5.00
Cost Per Mile$1.55
Cost Per Minute$0.71
About UberX Car Seat
  • The lowest cost private ride option with a car seat (not a rideshare)
  • Equipped with one car seat - child must be 2 years old, 22-48 pounds, and 31-52 inches
  • $10 surcharge added
  • Drivers are trained in installation and safety by a technician certified by Safe Kids Worldwide
  • 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
  • According to New York State law, a 3% surcharge may be added to trips for the Black Car Fund.
  • There is a $20 surcharge on all trips between NYC and New Jersey.
  • All trips beginning in NYC are limited to 4 hours.
  • Intrastate trips provided by vehicles affiliated with Black Car bases include New York sales tax.
  • There is a $10 surcharge on all non-taxi trips starting on Randall’s Island.
Sample Vehicles
  • Honda Accord
  • Toyota Aamry
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Uber Pet Popular Routes from New York, NY
RouteFare Estimate*
New York to La Guardia Airport$33-$69
New York to John F Kennedy International Airport$40-$84
New York to Newark Liberty International Airport$91-$146
New York to Brooklyn$33-$36
New York to Queens$48-$52
New York to West New York$96-$106
New York to Guttenberg$100-$111

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

Uber Pet Rate Table for New York, NY
ServicePrice
Minimum Fare$7.19
Cancellation Fee$5.00
Cost Per Mile$1.55
Cost Per Minute$0.71
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
Disclaimers, Tolls & Surcharges
  • According to New York State law, a 3% surcharge may be added to trips for the Black Car Fund.
  • There is a $20 surcharge on all trips between NYC and New Jersey.
  • All trips beginning in NYC are limited to 4 hours.
  • Intrastate trips provided by vehicles affiliated with Black Car bases include New York sales tax.
  • There is a $10 surcharge on all non-taxi trips starting on Randall’s Island.
Sample Vehicles
  • Honda Accord
  • Toyota Camry
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Uber Comfort Popular Routes from New York, NY
RouteFare Estimate*
New York to La Guardia Airport$30-$66
New York to John F Kennedy International Airport$38-$90
New York to Newark Liberty International Airport$91-$147
New York to Brooklyn$30-$33
New York to Queens$47-$51
New York to West New York$96-$106
New York to Guttenberg$101-$111

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

Uber Comfort Rate Table for New York, NY
ServicePrice
Minimum Fare$9.00
Cancellation Fee$5.00
Cost Per Mile$1.77
Cost Per Minute$0.81
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
  • According to New York State law, a 3% surcharge may be added to trips for the Black Car Fund.
  • There is a $20 surcharge on all trips between NYC and New Jersey.
  • All trips beginning in NYC are limited to 4 hours.
  • Intrastate trips provided by vehicles affiliated with Black Car bases include New York sales tax.
  • There is a $10 surcharge on all non-taxi trips starting on Randall’s Island.
Sample Vehicles
  • Chevy Tahoe
  • Honda Odyssey
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Lyft XL Popular Routes from New York, NY
RouteFare Estimate*
New York to La Guardia Airport$35-$86
New York to John F Kennedy International Airport$35-$86
New York to Newark Liberty International Airport$90-$195
New York to Brooklyn$31-$36
New York to Queens$54-$61
New York to West New York$92-$104
New York to Guttenberg$98-$110

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

Lyft XL Rate Table for New York, NY
ServicePrice
Minimum Fare$9.43
Cancellation Fee$5.39
Cost Per Mile$2.11
Cost Per Minute$0.71
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
  • Travelling to or from JFK, LGA, and EWR airports are subject to a $2.50 surcharge.
  • Each Shared trip to or from these airports is subject to a $1.25 surcharge.
  • Other charges that may be added to your fare include tolls, surcharges and bonuses.
Sample Vehicles
  • Dodge Caravan
  • Honda Pilot
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UberXL Popular Routes from New York, NY
RouteFare Estimate*
New York to La Guardia Airport$35-$74
New York to John F Kennedy International Airport$41-$95
New York to Newark Liberty International Airport$98-$157
New York to Brooklyn$33-$37
New York to Queens$56-$62
New York to West New York$101-$111
New York to Guttenberg$106-$116

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

UberXL Rate Table for New York, NY
ServicePrice
Minimum Fare$9.44
Cancellation Fee$5.00
Cost Per Mile$2.11
Cost Per Minute$0.74
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
  • According to New York State law, a 3% surcharge may be added to trips for the Black Car Fund.
  • There is a $20 surcharge on all trips between NYC and New Jersey.
  • All trips beginning in NYC are limited to 4 hours.
  • Intrastate trips provided by vehicles affiliated with Black Car bases include New York sales tax.
  • There is a $10 surcharge on all non-taxi trips starting on Randall’s Island.
Sample Vehicles
  • Dodge Grand Caravan
  • Honda Pilot
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Taxi Rate Table for New York, NY
ServicePrice
Minimum Fare$3.50
Base Fare$3.50
Cost Per Mile$3.02
Cost Per Minute$0.50
Sample Vehicles
  • Dodge Grand Caravan
  • Toyota Camry
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Uber Black Popular Routes from New York, NY
RouteFare Estimate*
New York to La Guardia Airport$53-$147
New York to John F Kennedy International Airport$55-$182
New York to Newark Liberty International Airport$117-$346
New York to Brooklyn$50-$55
New York to Queens$81-$89
New York to West New York$125-$137
New York to Guttenberg$131-$144

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

Uber Black Rate Table for New York, NY
ServicePrice
Minimum Fare$14.15
Base Fare$6.96
Cancellation Fee$10.00
Cost Per Mile$2.74
Cost Per Minute$0.84
About Uber Black
  • Luxury private rides in newer premium vehicles with leather seats
  • Door-to-door pickup and drop-off
  • Accommodates up to 4 riders per request, no additional fee for extra riders
  • Typical vehicles are luxury mid-size or full-size sedans
  • Top-rated drivers with a feedback rating of 4.85 or higher
  • 5 minutes until charged a waiting fee and up to 15 minutes until being charged a driver cancellation fee (airports excluded)
  • Phone customer support
  • Ability to request a quiet ride, help with luggage, and set preferred temperature
  • The Lyft equivalent is Lyft Lux Black
Disclaimers, Tolls & Surcharges
  • According to New York State law, a 3% surcharge may be added to trips for the Black Car Fund.
  • There is a $20 surcharge on all trips between NYC and New Jersey.
  • All trips beginning in NYC are limited to 4 hours.
  • Intrastate trips provided by vehicles affiliated with Black Car bases include New York sales tax.
  • There is a $10 surcharge on all non-taxi trips starting on Randall’s Island.
Sample Vehicles
  • BMW 5-Series
  • Lincoln MKT
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Lyft Lux Black Popular Routes from New York, NY
RouteFare Estimate*
New York to La Guardia Airport$50-$86
New York to John F Kennedy International Airport$60-$101
New York to Newark Liberty International Airport$105-$210
New York to Brooklyn$40-$46
New York to Queens$67-$75
New York to West New York$105-$118
New York to Guttenberg$111-$124

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

Lyft Lux Black Rate Table for New York, NY
ServicePrice
Minimum Fare$13.47
Base Fare$6.95
Cancellation Fee$5.39
Cost Per Mile$2.74
Cost Per Minute$0.84
About Lyft Lux Black
  • Luxury private rides in newer premium vehicles with black exterior and leather seats
  • Door-to-door pickup and drop-off
  • Accommodates up to 4 riders per request, no additional fee for extra riders
  • Typical vehicles are full-size sedans or SUVs
  • Top-rated drivers with a feedback rating of 4.85 or higher
  • 5 minute wait time
  • Ability to request help with luggage, and amenities such as bottled water and mints
  • The Uber equivalent is Uber Black
Disclaimers, Tolls & Surcharges
  • Travelling to or from JFK, LGA, and EWR airports are subject to a $2.50 surcharge.
  • Each Shared trip to or from these airports is subject to a $1.25 surcharge.
  • Other charges that may be added to your fare include tolls, surcharges and bonuses.
Sample Vehicles
  • Mercedes Benz S-Class
  • BMW 7 Series
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Lyft Lux Black XL Popular Routes from New York, NY
RouteFare Estimate*
New York to La Guardia Airport$74-$110
New York to John F Kennedy International Airport$85-$140
New York to Newark Liberty International Airport$140-$235
New York to Brooklyn$60-$67
New York to Queens$95-$107
New York to West New York$138-$155
New York to Guttenberg$148-$166

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

Lyft Lux Black XL Rate Table for New York, NY
ServicePrice
Minimum Fare$22.45
Base Fare$13.24
Cancellation Fee$5.39
Cost Per Mile$4.04
Cost Per Minute$1.19
About Lyft Lux Black XL
  • Luxury private rides in newer premium vehicles with black exterior and leather seats
  • 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
  • Recommended for passengers with luggage or when extra trunk space is needed
  • 3 row seating
  • Top-rated drivers with a feedback rating of 4.85 or higher
  • 5 minute wait time
  • Ability to request help with luggage, and amenities such as bottled water and mints
  • The Uber equivalent is Uber Black SUV
Disclaimers, Tolls & Surcharges
  • Travelling to or from JFK, LGA, and EWR airports are subject to a $2.50 surcharge.
  • Each Shared trip to or from these airports is subject to a $1.25 surcharge.
  • Other charges that may be added to your fare include tolls, surcharges and bonuses.
Sample Vehicles
  • Chevrolet Suburban
  • Cadillac Escalade
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Uber Black SUV Popular Routes from New York, NY
RouteFare Estimate*
New York to La Guardia Airport$78-$218
New York to John F Kennedy International Airport$79-$266
New York to Newark Liberty International Airport$160-$481
New York to Brooklyn$74-$81
New York to Queens$117-$129
New York to West New York$167-$184
New York to Guttenberg$176-$194

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

Uber Black SUV Rate Table for New York, NY
ServicePrice
Minimum Fare$23.13
Base Fare$13.25
Cancellation Fee$10.00
Cost Per Mile$4.04
Cost Per Minute$1.19
About Uber Black SUV
  • Luxury private rides in premium sport utility vehicles with leather seats
  • Door-to-door pickup and drop-off
  • Accommodates up to 6 riders per request, no additional fee for extra riders
  • Typical vehicles are large luxury SUVs
  • Recommended for passengers with luggage or when extra trunk space is needed
  • 3 row seating
  • Top-rated drivers with a feedback rating of 4.85 or higher
  • 5 minutes until charged a waiting fee and up to 15 minutes until being charged a driver cancellation fee (airports excluded)
  • Phone customer support
  • Ability to request a quiet ride, help with luggage, and set preferred temperature
  • The Lyft equivalent is Lyft Lux Black XL
Disclaimers, Tolls & Surcharges
  • According to New York State law, a 3% surcharge may be added to trips for the Black Car Fund.
  • There is a $20 surcharge on all trips between NYC and New Jersey.
  • All trips beginning in NYC are limited to 4 hours.
  • Intrastate trips provided by vehicles affiliated with Black Car bases include New York sales tax.
  • There is a $10 surcharge on all non-taxi trips starting on Randall’s Island.
Sample Vehicles
  • Chevy Suburban
  • Ford Expedition
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Distance: 17.14 miles

Duration: 28 minutes

Cost of Driving: $3.23

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Price Trends in New York

Average Fare Estimate

(Within City Limits)The cheapest service in New York is Lyft, which is 18.09% cheaper than Uber, on average. Data is based on a large sample of fare estimates within New York.

Estimated Airport Fares

(From City Center)The cheapest trip from the center of New York to a nearby airport is Lyft to La Guardia Airport at an average of $42.00

Fares by Day of Week

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

Average Price by Hour

The cheapest time for Lyft in New York is around 12AM at $19.00, and the most expensive time is around 10PM at $42.63. The cheapest time for Uber is around 12AM at $22.50, and the most expensive time is around 10PM at $42.38.

Average Uber Fare By Service

(Within City Limits)

Average Lyft Fare By Service

(Within City Limits)

FAQs

Uber is available and running in New York, NY. There are 15 levels of Uber service in New York, NY, which are Black, Black Hourly, Black SUV, Black SUV Hourly, Car Seat, Comfort, Connect, Connect Bike, Uber Green, Uber Pet, UberX, UberXL, Vaccine Opportunity, WAV and WAV Scheduled.

Lyft is available and running in New York, NY. There are 4 levels of Lyft service in New York, NY, which are Lux, Luxsuv, Plus and Standard.

Assume you are taking a ride in New York, NY to La Guardia Airport, which is 6.35 miles and takes 19 minutes. Lyft standard would be the same price as UberX. The estimated cost of both the Uber and Lyft ride is $23.33. The minimum fare for Uber and Lyft in New York is $7.19.

The cost per mile for Uber Vaccine Opportunity is $1.46. The cost per mile for Lyft Standard is $1.55. The cost per mile for UberX is $1.55. The cost per mile for Uber WAV is $1.55. The cost per mile for Uber WAV Scheduled is $1.55. The cost per mile for Uber Green is $1.55. The cost per mile for Uber Car Seat is $1.55. The cost per mile for Uber Pet is $1.55. The cost per mile for Uber Comfort is $1.77. The cost per mile for Lyft Plus is $2.11. The cost per mile for UberXL is $2.11. The cost per mile for Uber Connect Bike is $2.51. The cost per mile for Uber Connect is $2.51. The cost per mile for Lyft Lux is $2.74. The cost per mile for Uber Black is $2.74. The cost per mile for Uber Black Hourly is $2.74. The cost per mile for Lyft Luxsuv is $4.04. The cost per mile for Uber Black SUV is $4.04. The cost per mile for Uber Black SUV Hourly is $5.25.

Both Uber and Lyft are very similar in New York and in many cases indistinguishable from each other. Uber has more services than Lyft in New York, NY, with a total of 15 compared to the 4 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 New York 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 New York area if necessary.

Uber and Lyft are currently not illegal in New York, NY.

Tipping is optional. Consider that most drivers in the New York 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 New York, NY, which is a pet-friendly ride service for an additional fee. For other service options in New York, NY, 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 available in New York, NY, which is a standard midsized vehicle equipped with one forward-facing car seat for an additional $10 fee. Lyft does not have a car seat option in New York, NY. For more information read the full FAQ.

Uber does not offer phone support for riders in New York, NY. 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 New York, NY. 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.

Based on approximate estimations from random samples of fares from the city center, Lyft's standard economy service to John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is approximately $48 and Uber's competing UberX service is approximately $54. It is important to note that fares can vary based on location within the city and time. Therefore, it is recommended to use Up Hail to check for accurate real-time prices. From these approximations, Lyft is the cheaper option for a ride to JFK. Please note that the data provided is based on a large sample of real, random fares within the city limits. To get a more accurate comparison, we recommend using the fare calculator at the top of the page.

Based on random samples of fares from the city center, both Lyft and Uber offer an approximate estimation of around $43 and $42, respectively, for their UberX and standard economy services from New York, NY to La Guardia Airport (LGA). It's important to note that fares can vary depending on the location of the pickup point within the city and the time of the day. Nonetheless, in this case, Lyft is slightly cheaper than Uber. However, it's important to check for accurate real-time prices and availability using Up Hail. The data shown here is derived from a broad sample of real, random fares taken within the city limits. For a more precise comparison, we advise using the fare calculator located at the top of the page.

Based on approximate estimations from random samples of fares from the city center, Lyft is cheaper than Uber from New York, NY to Newark Liberty International Airport with a fare of approximately $101 compared to Uber's fare of approximately $112 for its UberX service. However, fares can vary based on location within the city and time. It is recommended to use Up Hail for accurate real-time prices. The airport code for Newark Liberty International Airport is EWR. Please be aware that the data provided is based on a large, representative sample of fares within the city. To obtain a more accurate comparison, we encourage you to use the fare calculator located at the top of the page.

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Cities Near New York

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

Brooklyn, NYHoboken, NJManhattan, NYWeehawken, NJUnion City, NJJersey City, NJQueens, NYWest New York, NJGuttenberg, NJ

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Airports Near New York

Need a ride to or from the airport? Compare costs for rideshare and taxis in these New York area airports below! You can also see FAQs and, for arrivals here, some popular routes to travel once you touch down.

La Guardia AirportJohn F Kennedy International AirportNewark Liberty International Airport

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Popular New York Routes

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

New York to Brooklyn, NYNew York to Manhattan, NYNew York to Jersey City, NJNew York to Queens, NYNew York to Bronx, NYNew York to Newark, NJNew York to Staten Island, NYNew York to North Hempstead, NYNew York to Hempstead, NY

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New York Neighborhoods

To really get a feel for New York’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.

310 House
71 Barrow
Alphabet City (E13-Ave C)
Alphabet City (E14-B-E9-1st)
Alphabet City (E5-A-E3-1st)
Alphabet City (E5-Loisaida)
Alphabet City (E7-A-E5-1st)
Alphabet City (E7-Loisaida)
Alphabet City (East River North)
Battery Park City (Albany-1Pl)
Battery Park City (Ph Pk)
Battery Park City (River Terr)
Bowery North
Carnegie Hill (3rd-Park-E86-E90)
Carnegie Hill (3rd-Park-E90-E96)
Carnegie Hill (Madison-E87-E96)
Cent Harlem S (110-ACP-117-Lx)
Cent Harlem S (110-Lnx-117-5)
Cent Harlem S (120-FDouglass)
Cent Harlem S (FDouglass-StNic)
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New York 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 New York based on ride pick-up and drop-offs.

Empire State Building
Top of the Rock
Times Square
Brooklyn Bridge
Grand Central Terminal
One World Trade Center
Vessel
Ellis Island Immigration Museum
Oculus
Governors Island National Monument
Williamsburg Bridge
Flatiron Building
Columbus Circle
Manhattan Bridge
Strawberry Fields
Charging Bull
Lincoln Tunnel
Ed Koch Queensboro Bridge
Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge
Belvedere Castle

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New York Stats

New York, NY is an incorporated American city in New York County. New York is in the America/New_York time zone. The population of New York is 18,713,220. The population density is 10,715 people per square mile. The median age is 36.7. The percentage of females in New York is 52.3%, and the percentage of males is 47.7%. The average home value is $605,702. The median household income is $63,998. The median rent is $1,443. The home ownership rate is 32.7%. The average family size is 3.37 people. The percentage of the population that is married is 40.4%. The unemployment rate in is 6.3%. The percentage of the population that is working or looking for work is 63.7%. The percentage of the population that is college educated or above is 38.1%. The racial composition of New York is: 42.7% Caucasian, 24.3% African American, 14.1% Asian, 0.4% Native American, 0.1%, Pacific Islander, 14.7% Multiracial, 3.6% Other."

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Ridesharing and Taxis in New York

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