Uber, Lyft, Taxi from Rutherfordton, NC to Hickory, NC

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Rutherfordton, NC, US
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Lyft Popular Routes from Rutherfordton, NC
RouteFare Estimate*
Rutherfordton to Asheville Regional Airport$42-$60
Rutherfordton to Greenville Spartanburg International Airport$50-$60
Rutherfordton to Charlotte Douglas International Airport$60-$70
Rutherfordton to Henrietta$18-$21
Rutherfordton to Cliffside$20-$24
Rutherfordton to Lake Lure$25-$29
Rutherfordton to Charlotte$64-$71

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

Lyft Rate Table for Rutherfordton, NC
ServicePrice
Minimum Fare$3.72
Base Fare$1.02
Cancellation Fee$5.00
Cost Per Mile$0.75
Cost Per Minute$0.15
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 Rutherfordton, NC
RouteFare Estimate*
Rutherfordton to Asheville Regional Airport$64-$72
Rutherfordton to Greenville Spartanburg International Airport$72-$83
Rutherfordton to Charlotte Douglas International Airport$97-$111
Rutherfordton to Henrietta$24-$26
Rutherfordton to Cliffside$28-$30
Rutherfordton to Lake Lure$37-$41
Rutherfordton to Charlotte$96-$106

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

Uber UBERX Rate Table for Rutherfordton, NC
ServicePrice
Safe Ride Fee$2.90
Minimum Fare$7.24
Base Fare$1.63
Cancellation Fee$5.50
Cost Per Mile$0.99
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 Rutherfordton, NC
RouteFare Estimate*
Rutherfordton to Asheville Regional Airport$85-$110
Rutherfordton to Greenville Spartanburg International Airport$90-$110
Rutherfordton to Charlotte Douglas International Airport$120-$140
Rutherfordton to Henrietta$29-$34
Rutherfordton to Cliffside$35-$40
Rutherfordton to Lake Lure$43-$49
Rutherfordton to Charlotte$122-$136

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

Lyft XL Rate Table for Rutherfordton, NC
ServicePrice
Minimum Fare$5.00
Base Fare$1.75
Cancellation Fee$5.00
Cost Per Mile$1.56
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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UberXL Popular Routes from Rutherfordton, NC
RouteFare Estimate*
Rutherfordton to Asheville Regional Airport$103-$115
Rutherfordton to Greenville Spartanburg International Airport$116-$133
Rutherfordton to Charlotte Douglas International Airport$155-$176
Rutherfordton to Henrietta$38-$42
Rutherfordton to Cliffside$44-$49
Rutherfordton to Lake Lure$59-$65
Rutherfordton to Charlotte$156-$172

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

UberXL Rate Table for Rutherfordton, NC
ServicePrice
Safe Ride Fee$3.00
Minimum Fare$9.00
Base Fare$3.00
Cancellation Fee$5.00
Cost Per Mile$1.71
Cost Per Minute$0.24
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: 44.32 miles

Duration: 1 hour(s) & 14 minutes

Cost of Driving: $7.63

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FAQs

Uber is available and running in Rutherfordton, NC. There are 2 levels of Uber service in Rutherfordton, NC, which are UberX and UberXL.

Lyft is available and running in Rutherfordton, NC. There are 2 levels of Lyft service in Rutherfordton, NC, which are Plus and Standard.

Assume you are taking a ride in Rutherfordton, NC to Asheville Regional Airport, which is 33.07 miles and takes 99 minutes. The standard UberX would be more expensive than Lyft Standard. The estimated cost of the UberX ride is $51.20 compared to an estimated $44.17 with Lyft. The cost of the UberX ride is 13% more. The minimum fare for Uber in Rutherfordton is $7.24, and the minimum fare for Lyft in Rutherfordton is $3.72.

The cost per mile for Lyft Standard is $0.75. The cost per mile for UberX is $0.99. The cost per mile for Lyft Plus is $1.56. The cost per mile for UberXL is $1.71.

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

Uber and Lyft are currently not illegal in Rutherfordton, NC.

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

Uber does not offer phone support for riders in Rutherfordton, NC. 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 Rutherfordton, NC. 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 Rutherfordton

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

Ruth, NCSpindale, NCForest City, NCBostic, NCCaroleen, NCEllenboro, NCHenrietta, NCCliffside, NCLake Lure, NC

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Airports Near Rutherfordton

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

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

To really get a feel for Rutherfordton’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.

Breeze Hill and 64 E Corridor
Briarwood
Calhoun Trail
Clearwater Creek
Cleghorn Plantation
Darlington Mill
Forest Hills
Fox Haven
Harris
Hudlow Hub
Oakland Heights
Rock Springs
Ruffton
Rural Ruth-Spindale
Shady Woods
Shingle Hollow
Thompson/Westbrook
Troy
Twin Creeks
Wilkins Forest - East

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Rutherfordton Stats

Rutherfordton, North Carolina is an incorporated American town in Rutherford County. Rutherfordton is in the America/New_York time zone. The population of Rutherfordton is 4,087. The population density is 383 people per square mile. The median age is 49.9. The percentage of females in Rutherfordton is 57.5%, and the percentage of males is 42.5% The average home value is $136,311. The median household income is $47,175. The median rent is $783. The home ownership rate is 54.2%. The average family size is 2.78 people. The percentage of the population that is married is 35.4%. The unemployment rate in is 10.4%. The percentage of the population that is working or looking for work is 46.4%. The percentage of the population that is college educated or above is 33.6%. The racial composition of Rutherfordton is: 90% Caucasion, 4.3% African American, 1.6% Native American, 4.1% Multiracial.

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Ridesharing and Taxis in Rutherfordton

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