Uber, Lyft, Taxi in Eielson AFB, AK
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Lyft
Starts at
$5.49
The Low Cost Lyft
Starts at
$5.49The Low Cost Lyft
Economy
Door to Door Service
Seats 4
Lyft Rate Table for Eielson AFB, AK
| Service | Price |
| Minimum Fare | $5.49 |
| Base Fare | $2.58 |
| Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
| Cost Per Mile | $1.72 |
| Cost Per Minute | $0.29 |
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
$6.15
Economy Cars for Large Groups
Starts at
$6.15Economy Cars for Large Groups
Extra Spacious
Economy
Extra Trunk Space
Door to Door Service
Seats 6
Lyft XL Rate Table for Eielson AFB, AK
| Service | Price |
| Minimum Fare | $6.15 |
| Base Fare | $3.25 |
| Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
| Cost Per Mile | $2.25 |
| 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
Uber UBERX
Starts at
$8.43Economy Personal Ride
Starts at
$8.43Economy Personal Ride
Economy
Door to Door Service
Seats 4
Uber UBERX Rate Table for Eielson AFB, AK
| Service | Price |
| Safe Ride Fee | $2.55 |
| Minimum Fare | $8.43 |
| Base Fare | $2.77 |
| Cancellation Fee | $6.25 |
| Cost Per Mile | $1.86 |
| Cost Per Minute | $0.31 |
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
UberXL
Starts at
$8.70Low Cost Ride for Large Groups
Starts at
$8.70Low Cost Ride for Large Groups
Extra Spacious
Economy
Extra Trunk Space
Door to Door Service
Seats 6
UberXL Rate Table for Eielson AFB, AK
| Service | Price |
| Safe Ride Fee | $2.55 |
| Minimum Fare | $8.70 |
| Base Fare | $3.25 |
| Cancellation Fee | $6.15 |
| Cost Per Mile | $2.25 |
| Cost Per Minute | $0.36 |
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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FAQs
Uber is available and running in Eielson AFB, AK. There are 2 levels of Uber service in Eielson AFB, AK, which are UberX and UberXL.
Lyft is available and running in Eielson AFB, AK. There are 2 levels of Lyft service in Eielson AFB, AK, which are Plus and Standard.
Assume you are taking a ride in Eielson AFB, AK to Eielson Air Force Base, which is 1.36 miles and takes 4 minutes. Lyft standard would be more expensive than UberX. The estimated cost of the Lyft ride is $9.13 compared to an estimated $6.54 with UberX. The cost of the Lyft ride is 28% more. The minimum fare for Uber in Eielson AFB is $8.43, and the minimum fare for Lyft in Eielson AFB is $5.49.
The cost per mile for Lyft Standard is $1.72. The cost per mile for UberX is $1.86. The cost per mile for Lyft Plus is $2.25. The cost per mile for UberXL is $2.25.
Both Uber and Lyft are very similar in Eielson AFB and in many cases indistinguishable from each other. Both Uber and Lyft have the same amount of services in Eielson AFB, AK, 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 Eielson AFB 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 Eielson AFB area if necessary.
Uber and Lyft are currently not illegal in Eielson AFB, AK.
Tipping is optional. Consider that most drivers in the Eielson AFB 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 Eielson AFB, AK, 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 Eielson AFB, AK. Lyft does not have a car seat option in Eielson AFB, AK. For more information read the full FAQ.
Uber does not offer phone support for riders in Eielson AFB, AK. 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 Eielson AFB, AK. 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 Eielson AFB
For those looking to explore, learn more about the cities nearest to Eielson AFB 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.
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Airports Near Eielson AFB
Need a ride to or from the airport? Compare costs for rideshare and taxis in these Eielson AFB 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 Eielson AFB Routes
If you’re trying to choose locations to visit nearby, check out these routes and cities to visit around Eielson AFB. 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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Eielson AFB Neighborhoods
To really get a feel for Eielson AFB’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.
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Eielson AFB Stats
Eielson AFB, Alaska is an incorporated American town in Fairbanks North Star County. Eielson AFB is in the America/Anchorage time zone. The population of Eielson AFB is 3,229. The population density is 41 people per square mile. The median age is 23.7. The percentage of females in Eielson AFB is 43.1%, and the percentage of males is 56.9% The median household income is $68,583. The median rent is $2,042. The home ownership rate is 0.4%. The average family size is 3.39 people. The percentage of the population that is married is 67.9%. The unemployment rate in is 5.1%. The percentage of the population that is working or looking for work is 87%. The percentage of the population that is college educated or above is 35.1%. The racial composition of Eielson AFB is: 85.4% Caucasion, 3% African American, 3.5% Asian, 0.8% Native American, 5.9% Multiracial, 1.5% Other.
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Ridesharing and Taxis in Eielson AFB
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