Uber, Lyft, Taxi in Los Osos, CA

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Los Osos, California, United States
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Lyft Popular Routes from Los Osos, CA
RouteFare Estimate*
Los Osos to San Luis County Regional Airport$32-$50
Los Osos to Santa Maria Pub/Capt G Allan Hancock Field$90-$140
Los Osos to Paso Robles Municipal Airport$90-$140
Los Osos to Edna$43-$50
Los Osos to Atascadero$53-$60
Los Osos to Garden Farms$56-$64

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

Lyft Rate Table for Los Osos, CA
ServicePrice
Minimum Fare$3.84
Base Fare$1.38
Cancellation Fee$5.00
Cost Per Mile$2.04
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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Lyft XL Popular Routes from Los Osos, CA
RouteFare Estimate*
Los Osos to San Luis County Regional Airport$50-$60
Los Osos to Santa Maria Pub/Capt G Allan Hancock Field$120-$165
Los Osos to Paso Robles Municipal Airport$160-$185
Los Osos to Edna$62-$69
Los Osos to Atascadero$74-$83
Los Osos to Garden Farms$79-$90

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

Lyft XL Rate Table for Los Osos, CA
ServicePrice
Minimum Fare$7.00
Base Fare$2.50
Cancellation Fee$5.00
Cost Per Mile$3.31
Cost Per Minute$0.25
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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Uber UBERX Popular Routes from Los Osos, CA
RouteFare Estimate*
Los Osos to Paso Robles Municipal Airport$108-$120
Los Osos to Santa Maria Pub/Capt G Allan Hancock Field$111-$123
Los Osos to Atascadero$65-$71
Los Osos to Garden Farms$69-$75
Los Osos to Los Angeles$437-$481

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

Uber UBERX Rate Table for Los Osos, CA
ServicePrice
Safe Ride Fee$3.35
Minimum Fare$7.35
Base Fare$1.40
Cancellation Fee$5.00
Cost Per Mile$2.06
Cost Per Minute$0.16
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
  • In California, you cannot transport an unaccompanied minor on trips arranged through the Uber app due to CPUC requirements.
  • Keep in mind that in California, a rider must be over 18 to sign up for an Uber account, but if you believe a rider might be underage, you can ask them to confirm their age and let them know that you will have to cancel the trip if they are indeed under 18.
  • In addition, you can report requests to transport unaccompanied minors by submitting in-app feedback.
  • UberX and Assist trips to or from SBP are subject to a $1.25 airport surcharge and any applicable tolls.
  • UberXL trips to or from SBP are subject to a $1.75 airport surcharge and any applicable tolls.
Sample Vehicles
  • Honda Accord
  • Toyota Camry
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UberXL Popular Routes from Los Osos, CA
RouteFare Estimate*
Los Osos to Paso Robles Municipal Airport$168-$186
Los Osos to Santa Maria Pub/Capt G Allan Hancock Field$173-$190
Los Osos to Atascadero$98-$108
Los Osos to Garden Farms$104-$114
Los Osos to Los Angeles$695-$764

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

UberXL Rate Table for Los Osos, CA
ServicePrice
Safe Ride Fee$3.00
Minimum Fare$10.00
Base Fare$2.50
Cancellation Fee$5.00
Cost Per Mile$3.31
Cost Per Minute$0.25
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
  • In California, you cannot transport an unaccompanied minor on trips arranged through the Uber app due to CPUC requirements.
  • Keep in mind that in California, a rider must be over 18 to sign up for an Uber account, but if you believe a rider might be underage, you can ask them to confirm their age and let them know that you will have to cancel the trip if they are indeed under 18.
  • In addition, you can report requests to transport unaccompanied minors by submitting in-app feedback.
  • UberX and Assist trips to or from SBP are subject to a $1.25 airport surcharge and any applicable tolls.
  • UberXL trips to or from SBP are subject to a $1.75 airport surcharge and any applicable tolls.
Sample Vehicles
  • Dodge Grand Caravan
  • Honda Pilot
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Uber Comfort Popular Routes from Los Osos, CA
RouteFare Estimate*
Los Osos to Paso Robles Municipal Airport$128-$142
Los Osos to Santa Maria Pub/Capt G Allan Hancock Field$131-$144
Los Osos to Atascadero$76-$84
Los Osos to Garden Farms$80-$88
Los Osos to Los Angeles$518-$569

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

Uber Comfort Rate Table for Los Osos, CA
ServicePrice
Safe Ride Fee$4.36
Minimum Fare$11.91
Base Fare$2.10
Cancellation Fee$5.00
Cost Per Mile$2.37
Cost Per Minute$0.26
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
  • In California, you cannot transport an unaccompanied minor on trips arranged through the Uber app due to CPUC requirements.
  • Keep in mind that in California, a rider must be over 18 to sign up for an Uber account, but if you believe a rider might be underage, you can ask them to confirm their age and let them know that you will have to cancel the trip if they are indeed under 18.
  • In addition, you can report requests to transport unaccompanied minors by submitting in-app feedback.
  • UberX and Assist trips to or from SBP are subject to a $1.25 airport surcharge and any applicable tolls.
  • UberXL trips to or from SBP are subject to a $1.75 airport surcharge and any applicable tolls.
Sample Vehicles
  • Chevy Tahoe
  • Honda Odyssey
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FAQs

Uber is available and running in Los Osos, CA. There are 3 levels of Uber service in Los Osos, CA, which are Comfort, UberX and UberXL.

Lyft is available and running in Los Osos, CA. There are 2 levels of Lyft service in Los Osos, CA, which are Plus and Standard.

Assume you are taking a ride in Los Osos, CA to San Luis County Regional Airport, which is 11.39 miles and takes 34 minutes. Lyft standard would be more expensive than UberX. The estimated cost of the Lyft ride is $33.02 compared to an estimated $30.30 with UberX. The cost of the Lyft ride is 8% more. The minimum fare for Uber in Los Osos is $7.35, and the minimum fare for Lyft in Los Osos is $3.84.

The cost per mile for Lyft Standard is $2.04. The cost per mile for UberX is $2.06. The cost per mile for Uber Comfort is $2.37. The cost per mile for Lyft Plus is $3.31. The cost per mile for UberXL is $3.31.

Both Uber and Lyft are very similar in Los Osos and in many cases indistinguishable from each other. Uber has more services than Lyft in Los Osos, CA, with a total of 3 compared to the 2 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 Los Osos 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 Los Osos area if necessary.

Uber and Lyft are currently not illegal in Los Osos, CA.

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

Uber does not offer phone support for riders in Los Osos, CA. 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 Los Osos, CA. 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 Los Osos

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

Morro Bay, CASan Luis Obispo, CACayucos, CAAvila Beach, CALos Ranchos, CASanta Margarita, CAEdna, CAGarden Farms, CAAtascadero, CA

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Airports Near Los Osos

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

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

To really get a feel for Los Osos’s flavor, try experiencing a new neighborhoodβ€”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.

Bay Oaks
Baywood-Pasadena
Cabrillo Estates
Cuesta by The Sea
El Moro
Ferrell
Los Olivos
Los Osos Valley Rd
Redfield Woods
Sea Oaks
Sunset Terrace
Turri Square

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Los Osos 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 Los Osos based on ride pick-up and drop-offs.

Morro Bay
See Canyon - Prefumo Canyon Scenic Overlook
Audubon Overlook

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Los Osos Stats

Los Osos, California is an incorporated American town in San Luis Obispo County. Los Osos is in the America/Los_Angeles time zone. The population of Los Osos is 16,533. The population density is 500 people per square mile. The median age is 46.9. The percentage of females in Los Osos is 49.1%, and the percentage of males is 50.9% The average home value is $550,640. The median household income is $77,807. The median rent is $1,520. The home ownership rate is 71.3%. The average family size is 2.94 people. The percentage of the population that is married is 58.3%. The unemployment rate in is 4.3%. The percentage of the population that is working or looking for work is 57.1%. The percentage of the population that is college educated or above is 42.9%. The racial composition of Los Osos is: 89.3% Caucasion, 0.2% African American, 4.3% Asian, 0.7% Native American, 3.3% Multiracial, 2.2% Other.

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Ridesharing and Taxis in Los Osos

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