Lyft
The Low Cost Lyft
Economy
Door to Door Service
Seats 4
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Washington to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport | $15-$60 |
Washington to Andrews Air Force Base | $21-$70 |
Washington to Washington Dulles International Airport | $40-$120 |
Washington to Arlington | $18-$21 |
Washington to Hyattsville | $21-$25 |
Washington to Takoma Park | $22-$26 |
Washington to Philadelphia | $276-$301 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Minimum Fare | $5.07 |
Base Fare | $1.22 |
Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
Cost Per Mile | $0.80 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.30 |
Uber UBERX
Economy Personal Ride
Economy
Door to Door Service
Seats 4
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Washington to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport | $15-$47 |
Washington to Andrews Air Force Base | $22-$54 |
Washington to Washington Dulles International Airport | $58-$117 |
Washington to Arlington | $19-$21 |
Washington to Hyattsville | $19-$21 |
Washington to Takoma Park | $21-$23 |
Washington to Philadelphia | $204-$224 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Safe Ride Fee | $2.80 |
Minimum Fare | $8.18 |
Base Fare | $1.30 |
Cancellation Fee | $5.75 |
Cost Per Mile | $0.87 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.33 |
Uber Green
Emission-free, affordable, everyday ride
Economy
Seats 3
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Washington to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport | $15-$47 |
Washington to Andrews Air Force Base | $22-$54 |
Washington to Washington Dulles International Airport | $60-$117 |
Washington to Arlington | $19-$21 |
Washington to Hyattsville | $19-$21 |
Washington to Takoma Park | $21-$23 |
Washington to Philadelphia | $204-$224 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Safe Ride Fee | $2.80 |
Minimum Fare | $8.18 |
Base Fare | $1.30 |
Cancellation Fee | $5.75 |
Cost Per Mile | $0.87 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.33 |
Uber Pet
Economy Personal Ride
Economy
Door to Door Service
Seats 4
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Washington to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport | $19-$52 |
Washington to Andrews Air Force Base | $26-$59 |
Washington to Washington Dulles International Airport | $64-$122 |
Washington to Arlington | $23-$25 |
Washington to Hyattsville | $23-$26 |
Washington to Takoma Park | $25-$27 |
Washington to Philadelphia | $208-$229 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Safe Ride Fee | $2.80 |
Minimum Fare | $8.18 |
Base Fare | $1.30 |
Cancellation Fee | $5.75 |
Cost Per Mile | $0.87 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.33 |
UberX Car Seat
UberX with a Car Seat
Kids Car Seats
Economy
Door to Door Service
Seats 4
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Washington to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport | $26-$59 |
Washington to Andrews Air Force Base | $33-$66 |
Washington to Washington Dulles International Airport | $70-$129 |
Washington to Arlington | $29-$32 |
Washington to Hyattsville | $30-$33 |
Washington to Takoma Park | $31-$34 |
Washington to Philadelphia | $214-$236 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Safe Ride Fee | $2.80 |
Minimum Fare | $8.18 |
Base Fare | $1.30 |
Cancellation Fee | $5.75 |
Cost Per Mile | $0.87 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.33 |
Uber Comfort
Extra Leg Room Vehicle
Extra Spacious
Door to Door Service
Seats 4
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Washington to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport | $18-$56 |
Washington to Andrews Air Force Base | $29-$73 |
Washington to Washington Dulles International Airport | $71-$133 |
Washington to Arlington | $24-$26 |
Washington to Hyattsville | $26-$28 |
Washington to Takoma Park | $28-$31 |
Washington to Philadelphia | $248-$272 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Safe Ride Fee | $3.64 |
Minimum Fare | $11.45 |
Base Fare | $1.95 |
Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
Cost Per Mile | $0.99 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.45 |
Lyft XL
Economy Cars for Large Groups
Extra Spacious
Economy
Extra Trunk Space
Door to Door Service
Seats 6
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Washington to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport | $20-$60 |
Washington to Andrews Air Force Base | $36-$70 |
Washington to Washington Dulles International Airport | $74-$120 |
Washington to Arlington | $24-$28 |
Washington to Hyattsville | $24-$29 |
Washington to Takoma Park | $25-$30 |
Washington to Philadelphia | $377-$406 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Minimum Fare | $6.00 |
Base Fare | $2.10 |
Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
Cost Per Mile | $1.95 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.32 |
UberXL
Low Cost Ride for Large Groups
Extra Spacious
Economy
Extra Trunk Space
Door to Door Service
Seats 6
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Washington to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport | $21-$59 |
Washington to Andrews Air Force Base | $36-$84 |
Washington to Washington Dulles International Airport | $90-$158 |
Washington to Hyattsville | $28-$30 |
Washington to Arlington | $28-$30 |
Washington to Takoma Park | $30-$33 |
Washington to Philadelphia | $338-$372 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Safe Ride Fee | $2.25 |
Minimum Fare | $8.25 |
Base Fare | $2.10 |
Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
Cost Per Mile | $1.96 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.32 |
Lyft Lux
Luxury Premium Cars
Extra Spacious
Luxury
Top Rates Drivers
Extra Trunk Space
Luggage Assistance
Door to Door Service
Quiet Ride
Seats 4
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Washington to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport | $20-$49 |
Washington to Andrews Air Force Base | $35-$60 |
Washington to Washington Dulles International Airport | $60-$101 |
Washington to Arlington | $21-$26 |
Washington to Hyattsville | $22-$27 |
Washington to Takoma Park | $23-$27 |
Washington to Philadelphia | $305-$332 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Minimum Fare | $10.00 |
Base Fare | $2.00 |
Cancellation Fee | $10.00 |
Cost Per Mile | $1.50 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.62 |
uberTAXI
Taxi On-Demand
Accepts Cash
Economy
Door to Door Service
Seats 4
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Washington to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport | $23-$32 |
Washington to Andrews Air Force Base | $48-$59 |
Washington to Washington Dulles International Airport | $112-$142 |
Washington to Hyattsville | $27-$30 |
Washington to Arlington | $28-$31 |
Washington to Takoma Park | $29-$32 |
Washington to Philadelphia | $397-$437 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Taxi
Standard Taxi Service
Accepts Cash
Economy
Door to Door Service
Seats 4
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Washington to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport | $23-$32 |
Washington to Andrews Air Force Base | $48-$59 |
Washington to Washington Dulles International Airport | $112-$142 |
Washington to Hyattsville | $27-$30 |
Washington to Arlington | $28-$31 |
Washington to Takoma Park | $29-$32 |
Washington to Philadelphia | $397-$437 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Minimum Fare | $5.00 |
Base Fare | $5.00 |
Cost Per Mile | $2.51 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.50 |
Uber Black Car Seat
Black Car with a Car Seat
Kids Car Seats
Luxury
Top Rates Drivers
Luggage Assistance
Door to Door Service
Quiet Ride
Seats 4
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Washington to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport | $46-$76 |
Washington to Andrews Air Force Base | $74-$139 |
Washington to Washington Dulles International Airport | $161-$300 |
Washington to Arlington | $51-$56 |
Washington to Hyattsville | $52-$58 |
Washington to Takoma Park | $55-$61 |
Washington to Philadelphia | $531-$584 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Minimum Fare | $15.00 |
Base Fare | $7.00 |
Cancellation Fee | $10.00 |
Cost Per Mile | $2.20 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.83 |
Uber Black
Luxury Black Car Service
Luxury
Top Rates Drivers
Luggage Assistance
Door to Door Service
Quiet Ride
Seats 4
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Washington to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport | $38-$68 |
Washington to Andrews Air Force Base | $67-$134 |
Washington to Washington Dulles International Airport | $157-$302 |
Washington to Arlington | $43-$47 |
Washington to Hyattsville | $44-$49 |
Washington to Takoma Park | $48-$52 |
Washington to Philadelphia | $542-$596 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Minimum Fare | $15.75 |
Base Fare | $7.75 |
Cancellation Fee | $10.00 |
Cost Per Mile | $2.20 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.83 |
Lyft Lux Black
Luxury Black Cars
Extra Spacious
Luxury
Top Rates Drivers
Extra Trunk Space
Luggage Assistance
Door to Door Service
Quiet Ride
Seats 4
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Washington to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport | $30-$60 |
Washington to Andrews Air Force Base | $50-$70 |
Washington to Washington Dulles International Airport | $90-$130 |
Washington to Arlington | $32-$37 |
Washington to Hyattsville | $34-$39 |
Washington to Takoma Park | $35-$40 |
Washington to Philadelphia | $427-$464 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Minimum Fare | $15.00 |
Base Fare | $7.00 |
Cancellation Fee | $10.00 |
Cost Per Mile | $2.20 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.82 |
Uber Black SUV Car Seat
Black SUV with a Car Seat
Extra Spacious
Kids Car Seats
Luxury
SUV
Top Rates Drivers
Extra Trunk Space
Luggage Assistance
Door to Door Service
Quiet Ride
Seats 6
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Washington to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport | $57-$102 |
Washington to Andrews Air Force Base | $87-$174 |
Washington to Washington Dulles International Airport | $183-$361 |
Washington to Arlington | $63-$70 |
Washington to Hyattsville | $65-$71 |
Washington to Takoma Park | $68-$75 |
Washington to Philadelphia | $607-$668 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Minimum Fare | $25.00 |
Base Fare | $14.00 |
Cancellation Fee | $10.00 |
Cost Per Mile | $2.49 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.86 |
Uber Black SUV
Luxury Black Sport Utility Vehicle Service
Extra Spacious
Luxury
SUV
Top Rates Drivers
Extra Trunk Space
Luggage Assistance
Door to Door Service
Quiet Ride
Seats 6
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Washington to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport | $47-$92 |
Washington to Andrews Air Force Base | $78-$164 |
Washington to Washington Dulles International Airport | $173-$351 |
Washington to Arlington | $54-$59 |
Washington to Hyattsville | $55-$61 |
Washington to Takoma Park | $59-$64 |
Washington to Philadelphia | $598-$657 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Minimum Fare | $25.75 |
Base Fare | $14.75 |
Cancellation Fee | $10.00 |
Cost Per Mile | $2.49 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.86 |
Lyft Lux Black XL
Luxury Black Cars for Large Groups
Extra Spacious
Luxury
Top Rates Drivers
Extra Trunk Space
Luggage Assistance
Door to Door Service
Seats 6
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Washington to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport | $35-$60 |
Washington to Andrews Air Force Base | $60-$86 |
Washington to Washington Dulles International Airport | $105-$130 |
Washington to Arlington | $40-$46 |
Washington to Hyattsville | $42-$48 |
Washington to Takoma Park | $43-$49 |
Washington to Philadelphia | $478-$516 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Minimum Fare | $25.75 |
Base Fare | $14.75 |
Cancellation Fee | $10.00 |
Cost Per Mile | $2.49 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.86 |
Distance: 23.28 miles
Duration: 39 minutes
Cost of Driving: $4.21
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Average Fare Estimate
(Within City Limits)The cheapest service in Washington is Lyft, which is 4.35% cheaper than Uber, on average. Data is based on a large sample of fare estimates within Washington.Estimated Airport Fares
(From City Center)The cheapest trip from the center of Washington to a nearby airport is Lyft to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport at an average of $26.00Fares by Day of Week
(Within City Limits) The cheapest day for Uber rides is on Tuesday, while the most expensive day is on Saturday. Similarly, the cheapest day to use Lyft is on Tuesday, while the most expensive day to use the service is on Saturday.Average Price by Hour
The cheapest time for Lyft in Washington is around 10AM at $13.96, and the most expensive time is around 6AM at $25.75. The cheapest time for Uber is around 2AM at $15.00, and the most expensive time is around 6AM at $24.33.Average Uber Fare By Service
(Within City Limits)Average Lyft Fare By Service
(Within City Limits)Uber is available and running in Washington, DC. There are 13 levels of Uber service in Washington, DC, which are Black, Black Car Seat, Black Hourly, Black SUV, Black SUV Car Seat, Comfort, Connect, Taxi, Uber Green, Uber Pet, UberX, UberX Car Seat and UberXL.
Lyft is available and running in Washington, DC. There are 5 levels of Lyft service in Washington, DC, which are Lux, Luxsuv, Plus, Premier and Standard.
Assume you are taking a ride in Washington, DC to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, which is 3.81 miles and takes 11 minutes. The standard UberX would be more expensive than Lyft Standard. The estimated cost of the UberX ride is $8.24 compared to an estimated $10.62 with Lyft. The cost of the UberX ride is 22% more. The minimum fare for Uber in Washington is $8.18, and the minimum fare for Lyft in Washington is $5.07.
The cost per mile for Lyft Standard is $0.80. The cost per mile for UberX is $0.87. The cost per mile for Uber Green is $0.87. The cost per mile for Uber Pet is $0.87. The cost per mile for UberX Car Seat is $0.87. The cost per mile for Uber Connect is $0.89. The cost per mile for Uber Comfort is $0.99. The cost per mile for Lyft Premier is $1.50. The cost per mile for Lyft Plus is $1.95. The cost per mile for UberXL is $1.96. The cost per mile for Uber Taxi is $2.16. The cost per mile for Lyft Lux is $2.20. The cost per mile for Uber Black is $2.20. The cost per mile for Uber Black Car Seat is $2.20. The cost per mile for Lyft Luxsuv is $2.49. The cost per mile for Uber Black SUV is $2.49. The cost per mile for Uber Black SUV Car Seat is $2.49. The cost per mile for Uber Black Hourly is $2.86.
Both Uber and Lyft are very similar in Washington and in many cases indistinguishable from each other. Uber has more services than Lyft in Washington, DC, with a total of 13 compared to the 5 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 Washington 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 Washington area if necessary.
Uber and Lyft are currently not illegal in Washington, DC.
Tipping is optional. Consider that most drivers in the Washington 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 Washington, DC, which is a pet-friendly ride service for an additional fee. For other service options in Washington, DC, 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 Washington, DC. Lyft does not have a car seat option in Washington, DC. For more information read the full FAQ.
Uber does not offer phone support for riders in Washington, DC. 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 Washington, DC. 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 random samples of fares from the city center, the approximate estimation for a ride from Washington, DC to Andrews Air Force Base is $31 with UberX and $36 with Lyft economy service. Please 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 fares. UberX is the cheaper option between the two services for this ride. 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 of random samples of fares from the city center, the cost of a standard Lyft economy service from Washington, DC to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) is roughly $26, while the cost of Uber's competing UberX service is approximately $23. Please note that fares may vary based on location within the city and time of day. Based on these estimations, Uber is the cheaper option. However, we recommend using Up Hail to check for accurate real-time fare estimates before booking your ride. 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.
Approximate estimations show that Lyft's standard economy service from Washington, DC to Washington Dulles International Airport is roughly $67, while UberX's service is approximately $75. It is important to note that these prices were taken from random samples of fares from the city center, and fares can vary based on location within the city and time. Therefore, the cheaper option is Lyft. It is recommended to use Up Hail for accurate real-time pricing information. The airport code for Washington Dulles International Airport is IAD. 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.
For those looking to explore, learn more about the cities nearest to Washington 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.
Need a ride to or from the airport? Compare costs for rideshare and taxis in these Washington area airports below! You can also see FAQs and, for arrivals here, some popular routes to travel once you touch down.
If youβre trying to choose locations to visit nearby, check out these routes and cities to visit around Washington. Thereβs 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.
To really get a feel for Washingtonβs flavor, try experiencing a new neighborhoodβyou 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.
Both too many and too few options can make trip planning hard! If youβre struggling with things to do or places to go, hereβs a list of popular destinations in Washington based on ride pick-up and drop-offs.
Washington, District of Columbia is an incorporated American city in District of Columbia County. Washington is in the America/New_York time zone. The population of Washington is 5,379,184. The population density is 4,457 people per square mile. The median age is 34. The percentage of females in Washington is 52.6%, and the percentage of males is 47.4% The average home value is $600,200. The median household income is $86,420. The median rent is $1,541. The home ownership rate is 41.6%. The average family size is 3.32 people. The percentage of the population that is married is 28.9%. The unemployment rate in is 6.9%. The percentage of the population that is working or looking for work is 70.4%. The percentage of the population that is college educated or above is 58.6%. The racial composition of Washington is: 41.3% Caucasion, 46.3% African American, 4% Asian, 0.3% Native American, 0.1%, Pacific Islander, 3.1% Multiracial, 5% Other.
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