Uber, Lyft, Taxi in Ancaster, ON
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Lyft
Starts at
$2.50
The Low Cost Lyft
Starts at
$2.50The Low Cost Lyft
Economy
Door to Door Service
Seats 4
Lyft Rate Table for Ancaster
| Service | Price |
| Minimum Fare | $2.50 |
| Base Fare | $2.75 |
| Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.75 |
| Cost Per Minute | $0.19 |
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
Lyft XL
Starts at
$5.00
Economy Cars for Large Groups
Starts at
$5.00Economy Cars for Large Groups
Extra Spacious
Economy
Extra Trunk Space
Door to Door Service
Seats 6
Lyft XL Rate Table for Ancaster
| Service | Price |
| Minimum Fare | $5.00 |
| Base Fare | $5.00 |
| Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $1.55 |
| Cost Per Minute | $0.35 |
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
Lyft Lux
Starts at
$5.00
Luxury Premium Cars
Starts at
$5.00Luxury Premium Cars
Extra Spacious
Luxury
Top Rates Drivers
Extra Trunk Space
Luggage Assistance
Door to Door Service
Quiet Ride
Seats 4
Lyft Lux Rate Table for Ancaster
| Service | Price |
| Minimum Fare | $5.00 |
| Base Fare | $5.00 |
| Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $1.80 |
| Cost Per Minute | $0.35 |
About Lyft Lux
- Luxury private rides in newer premium newer 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 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 Lux
Sample Vehicles
- Mercedes Benz S-Class
- BMW 7 Series
Uber UBERX
Starts at
$5.25Economy Personal Ride
Starts at
$5.25Economy Personal Ride
Economy
Door to Door Service
Seats 4
Uber UBERX Rate Table for Ancaster
| Service | Price |
| Safe Ride Fee | $2.75 |
| Minimum Fare | $5.25 |
| Base Fare | $2.50 |
| Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.81 |
| Cost Per Minute | $0.18 |
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
Uber Green
Starts at
$5.85
Emission-free, affordable, everyday ride
Starts at
$5.85Emission-free, affordable, everyday ride
Economy
Seats 3
Uber Green Rate Table for Ancaster
| Service | Price |
| Safe Ride Fee | $3.35 |
| Minimum Fare | $5.85 |
| Base Fare | $2.50 |
| Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.90 |
| Cost Per Minute | $0.15 |
Sample Vehicles
- Toyota Prius
- Chevy Bolt
Uber Pet
Starts at
$5.85Economy Personal Ride
Starts at
$5.85Economy Personal Ride
Economy
Door to Door Service
Seats 4
Uber Pet Rate Table for Ancaster
| Service | Price |
| Safe Ride Fee | $2.75 |
| Minimum Fare | $5.85 |
| Base Fare | $2.50 |
| Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.90 |
| Cost Per Minute | $0.15 |
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
UberXL
Starts at
$8.19Low Cost Ride for Large Groups
Starts at
$8.19Low Cost Ride for Large Groups
Extra Spacious
Economy
Extra Trunk Space
Door to Door Service
Seats 6
UberXL Rate Table for Ancaster
| Service | Price |
| Safe Ride Fee | $4.69 |
| Minimum Fare | $8.19 |
| Base Fare | $3.50 |
| Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $1.26 |
| Cost Per Minute | $0.21 |
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
Lyft Lux Black
Starts at
$12.00Luxury Black Cars
Starts at
$12.00Luxury Black Cars
Extra Spacious
Luxury
Top Rates Drivers
Extra Trunk Space
Luggage Assistance
Door to Door Service
Quiet Ride
Seats 4
Lyft Lux Black Rate Table for Ancaster
| Service | Price |
| Minimum Fare | $12.00 |
| Base Fare | $8.00 |
| Cancellation Fee | $10.00 |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $2.70 |
| Cost Per Minute | $0.50 |
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
Sample Vehicles
- Mercedes Benz S-Class
- BMW 7 Series
Uber Comfort
Starts at
$14.27Extra Leg Room Vehicle
Starts at
$14.27Extra Leg Room Vehicle
Extra Spacious
Door to Door Service
Seats 4
Uber Comfort Rate Table for Ancaster
| Service | Price |
| Safe Ride Fee | $4.36 |
| Minimum Fare | $14.27 |
| Base Fare | $3.75 |
| Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $1.04 |
| Cost Per Minute | $0.23 |
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
Lyft Lux Black XL
Starts at
$22.00Luxury Black Cars for Large Groups
Starts at
$22.00Luxury Black Cars for Large Groups
Extra Spacious
Luxury
Top Rates Drivers
Extra Trunk Space
Luggage Assistance
Door to Door Service
Seats 6
Lyft Lux Black XL Rate Table for Ancaster
| Service | Price |
| Minimum Fare | $22.00 |
| Base Fare | $15.00 |
| Cancellation Fee | $10.00 |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $2.80 |
| Cost Per Minute | $0.60 |
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
Sample Vehicles
- Chevrolet Suburban
- Cadillac Escalade
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FAQs
Uber is available and running in Ancaster, ON. There are 5 levels of Uber service in Ancaster, ON, which are Comfort, Uber Green, Uber Pet, UberX and UberXL.
Lyft is available and running in Ancaster, ON. There are 5 levels of Lyft service in Ancaster, ON, which are Lux, Luxsuv, Plus, Premier and Standard.
Assume you are taking a ride in Ancaster, ON to Niagara Falls International Airport, which is 52.49 kilometers and takes 157 minutes. Lyft standard would be more expensive than UberX. The estimated cost of the Lyft ride is $74.70 compared to an estimated $73.28 with UberX. The cost of the Lyft ride is 1% more. The minimum fare for Uber in Ancaster is $5.25, and the minimum fare for Lyft in Ancaster is $2.50.
The cost per kilometer for Lyft Standard is $0.75. The cost per kilometer for UberX is $0.81. The cost per kilometer for Uber Green is $0.90. The cost per kilometer for Uber Pet is $0.90. The cost per kilometer for Uber Comfort is $1.04. The cost per kilometer for UberXL is $1.26. The cost per kilometer for Lyft Plus is $1.55. The cost per kilometer for Lyft Premier is $1.80. The cost per kilometer for Lyft Lux is $2.70. The cost per kilometer for Lyft Luxsuv is $2.80.
Both Uber and Lyft are very similar in Ancaster and in many cases indistinguishable from each other. Both Uber and Lyft have the same amount of services in Ancaster, ON, with a total of 5 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 Ancaster 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 Ancaster area if necessary.
Uber and Lyft are currently not illegal in Ancaster, ON.
Tipping is optional. Consider that most drivers in the Ancaster 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 Ancaster, ON, which is a pet-friendly ride service for an additional fee. For other service options in Ancaster, ON, 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 Ancaster, ON. Lyft does not have a car seat option in Ancaster, ON. For more information read the full FAQ.
Uber does not offer phone support for riders in Ancaster, ON. 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 Ancaster, ON. 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 Ancaster
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Airports Near Ancaster
Need a ride to or from the airport? Compare costs for rideshare and taxis in these Ancaster 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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Ancaster 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 Ancaster based on ride pick-up and drop-offs.
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Ancaster Stats
Ancaster, Ontario is a Canadian town. Ancaster is in the America/Toronto time zone. The population density is 258.1 people per square kilometer.
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Ridesharing and Taxis in Ancaster
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