Uber, Lyft, Taxi in Washington, DC

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Washington, District of Columbia, United States
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uberTAXI Popular Routes from Washington, DC
RouteFare 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

About uberTAXI
  • Hail a local taxi using the Uber app
  • 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 mid-size sedans
  • You may bring luggage, but consider a larger vehicle option if needed
Sample Vehicles
  • Toyota Camry
  • Ford Escape
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Taxi Popular Routes from Washington, DC
RouteFare 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 Rate Table for Washington, DC
ServicePrice
Minimum Fare$5.00
Base Fare$5.00
Cost Per Mile$2.51
Cost Per Minute$0.50
Sample Vehicles
  • Dodge Grand Caravan
  • Toyota Camry
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Lyft Popular Routes from Washington, DC
RouteFare 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

Lyft Rate Table for Washington, DC
ServicePrice
Minimum Fare$5.07
Base Fare$1.22
Cancellation Fee$5.00
Cost Per Mile$0.80
Cost Per Minute$0.30
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 Washington, DC
RouteFare 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

Lyft XL Rate Table for Washington, DC
ServicePrice
Minimum Fare$6.00
Base Fare$2.10
Cancellation Fee$5.00
Cost Per Mile$1.95
Cost Per Minute$0.32
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 Washington, DC
RouteFare 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

Uber UBERX Rate Table for Washington, DC
ServicePrice
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
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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Uber Green Popular Routes from Washington, DC
RouteFare 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

Uber Green Rate Table for Washington, DC
ServicePrice
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
Sample Vehicles
  • Toyota Prius
  • Chevy Bolt
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Uber Pet Popular Routes from Washington, DC
RouteFare 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

Uber Pet Rate Table for Washington, DC
ServicePrice
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
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
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UberX Car Seat Popular Routes from Washington, DC
RouteFare 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

UberX Car Seat Rate Table for Washington, DC
ServicePrice
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
About UberX Car Seat
  • The lowest cost private ride option with a car seat (not a rideshare)
  • Equipped with one car seat - child must be 2 years old, 22-48 pounds, and 31-52 inches
  • $10 surcharge added
  • Drivers are trained in installation and safety by a technician certified by Safe Kids Worldwide
  • 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 Aamry
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UberXL Popular Routes from Washington, DC
RouteFare 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

UberXL Rate Table for Washington, DC
ServicePrice
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
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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Uber Connect Popular Routes from Washington, DC
RouteFare Estimate*
Washington to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport$9-$39
Washington to Andrews Air Force Base$19-$56
Washington to Washington Dulles International Airport$46-$83
Washington to Arlington$14-$16
Washington to Hyattsville$16-$17
Washington to Takoma Park$17-$18
Washington to Philadelphia$169-$186

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

Uber Connect Rate Table for Washington, DC
ServicePrice
Safe Ride Fee$1.50
Minimum Fare$9.25
Base Fare$1.62
Cancellation Fee$5.75
Cost Per Mile$0.89
Cost Per Minute$0.38
About Uber Connect
  • Same day, on demand courrier service
  • Driver will pick up your package and drive it to the destination
  • Door-to-door pickup and drop-off
  • Maximum 30 lbs (13.6 kg) and under $100 value
  • Must fit in trunk of a mid-size sedan
  • No alcohol, drugs, medications, dangerous or illegal items permitted
  • Uber does not insure against theft or damage
Sample Vehicles
  • Honda Accord
  • Toyota Camry
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Lyft Lux Popular Routes from Washington, DC
RouteFare 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

Lyft Lux Rate Table for Washington, DC
ServicePrice
Minimum Fare$10.00
Base Fare$2.00
Cancellation Fee$10.00
Cost Per Mile$1.50
Cost Per Minute$0.62
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
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Uber Comfort Popular Routes from Washington, DC
RouteFare 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

Uber Comfort Rate Table for Washington, DC
ServicePrice
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
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
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Lyft Lux Black Popular Routes from Washington, DC
RouteFare 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

Lyft Lux Black Rate Table for Washington, DC
ServicePrice
Minimum Fare$15.00
Base Fare$7.00
Cancellation Fee$10.00
Cost Per Mile$2.20
Cost Per Minute$0.82
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
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Uber Black Car Seat Popular Routes from Washington, DC
RouteFare 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

Uber Black Car Seat Rate Table for Washington, DC
ServicePrice
Minimum Fare$15.00
Base Fare$7.00
Cancellation Fee$10.00
Cost Per Mile$2.20
Cost Per Minute$0.83
About Uber Black Car Seat
  • Luxury private rides in premium vehicles with leather seats
  • Equipped with one car seat - child must be 2 years old, 22-48 pounds, and 31-52 inches
  • $10 surcharge added
  • Drivers are trained in installation and safety by a technician certified by Safe Kids Worldwide
  • Door-to-door pickup and drop-off
  • Accommodates up to 4 riders per request, no additional fee for extra riders
  • Typical vehicles are mid or full-size luxury sedans
  • Top-rated drivers with a feedback rating of 4.85 or higher
  • 5 minutes until you’re charged a waiting fee and up to 15 minutes until being charged a driver cancellation fee (airports excluded)
  • Phone customer support
  • Ability to request a quiet ride, help with luggage, and set preferred temperature
Sample Vehicles
  • Chevy Suburban
  • Lincoln MKT
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Uber Black Popular Routes from Washington, DC
RouteFare 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

Uber Black Rate Table for Washington, DC
ServicePrice
Minimum Fare$15.75
Base Fare$7.75
Cancellation Fee$10.00
Cost Per Mile$2.20
Cost Per Minute$0.83
About Uber Black
  • Luxury private rides in newer premium 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 luxury mid-size or full-size sedans
  • Top-rated drivers with a feedback rating of 4.85 or higher
  • 5 minutes until charged a waiting fee and up to 15 minutes until being charged a driver cancellation fee (airports excluded)
  • Phone customer support
  • Ability to request a quiet ride, help with luggage, and set preferred temperature
  • The Lyft equivalent is Lyft Lux Black
Sample Vehicles
  • BMW 5-Series
  • Lincoln MKT
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Uber Black SUV Car Seat Popular Routes from Washington, DC
RouteFare 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

Uber Black SUV Car Seat Rate Table for Washington, DC
ServicePrice
Minimum Fare$25.00
Base Fare$14.00
Cancellation Fee$10.00
Cost Per Mile$2.49
Cost Per Minute$0.86
About Uber Black SUV Car Seat
  • Luxury private rides in premium sport utility vehicles with leather seats
  • Equipped with one car seat - child must be 2 years old, 22-48 pounds, and 31-52 inches
  • $10 surcharge added
  • Drivers are trained in installation and safety by a technician certified by Safe Kids Worldwide
  • Door-to-door pickup and drop-off
  • Accommodates up to 6 riders per request, no additional fee for extra riders
  • Typical vehicles are large luxury 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 minutes until you’re charged a waiting fee and up to 15 minutes until being charged a driver cancellation fee (airports excluded)
  • Phone customer support
  • Ability to request a quiet ride, help with luggage, and set preferred temperature
Sample Vehicles
  • Chevy Suburban
  • Lexus LX
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Lyft Lux Black XL Popular Routes from Washington, DC
RouteFare 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

Lyft Lux Black XL Rate Table for Washington, DC
ServicePrice
Minimum Fare$25.75
Base Fare$14.75
Cancellation Fee$10.00
Cost Per Mile$2.49
Cost Per Minute$0.86
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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Uber Black SUV Popular Routes from Washington, DC
RouteFare 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

Uber Black SUV Rate Table for Washington, DC
ServicePrice
Minimum Fare$25.75
Base Fare$14.75
Cancellation Fee$10.00
Cost Per Mile$2.49
Cost Per Minute$0.86
About Uber Black SUV
  • Luxury private rides in premium sport utility vehicles with 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 luxury 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 minutes until charged a waiting fee and up to 15 minutes until being charged a driver cancellation fee (airports excluded)
  • Phone customer support
  • Ability to request a quiet ride, help with luggage, and set preferred temperature
  • The Lyft equivalent is Lyft Lux Black XL
Sample Vehicles
  • Chevy Suburban
  • Ford Expedition
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Uber Black Hourly Rate Table for Washington, DC
ServicePrice
Minimum Fare$120.00
Base Fare$120.00
Cancellation Fee$10.00
Cost Per Mile$2.86
Cost Per Minute$1.07
About Uber Black Hourly
  • Pay by the hour, allowing for multiple stops
  • 2 hour minimum, trips exceeding the reserved hours will pay a per-minute rate
  • Luxury private rides in newer premium 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 luxury mid-size or full-size sedans
  • Top-rated drivers with a feedback rating of 4.85 or higher
  • Phone customer support
  • Ability to request a quiet ride, help with luggage, and set preferred temperature
Sample Vehicles
  • BMW 5-Series
  • Lincoln MKT
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Price Trends in Washington

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 $26.00

Fares 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.

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Average Lyft Fare By Service

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FAQs

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.

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Cities Near Washington

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.

Mount Rainier, MDBrentwood, MDColmar Manor, MDCottage City, MDNorth Brentwood, MDChillum, MDArlington, VAHyattsville, MDTakoma Park, MD

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Airports Near Washington

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.

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Popular Washington Routes

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

To really get a feel for Washington’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.

16th Street Heights
Adams Morgan
American University
Anacostia
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Arboretum
AU Park
Barnaby Road SE
Barnaby Woods
Barry Farm
Bellevue
Benning
Berkley
Berkshire-Greenbriar
Bloomingdale
Brentwood
Brookland
Buena Vista
Buzzard Point
Capitol Heights
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Washington 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 Washington based on ride pick-up and drop-offs.

Lincoln Memorial
The White House
Washington Monument
Library of Congress
Ford's Theatre
National Mall
National Archives and Records Administration
Jefferson Memorial
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
National Building Museum
World War 2 Memorial
The Wharf DC
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial
United States Capitol
Korean War Veterans Memorial
Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial
Smithsonian Institution Building
U S Capitol Building Tour
US Marine Corps Memorial
Dupont Circle

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Washington Stats

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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Ridesharing and Taxis in Washington

Up Hail helps you save money on a taxi near me, ride hailing, ridesharing, and the best car services such as Uber, Lyft, and Taxis in District of Columbia County and Washington, DC. Up Hail helps riders & drivers compare Uber vs. Lyft to find out who is cheaper, and to find fare estimates, prices and rates for Lyft Lux, Lyft Luxsuv, Lyft Plus, Lyft Premier, Lyft Standard, Uber Black, Uber Black Car Seat, Uber Black Hourly, Uber Black SUV, Uber Black SUV Car Seat, Uber Comfort, Uber Connect, Uber Green, Uber Pet, Uber Taxi, UberX, UberX Car Seat and UberXL in District of Columbia, US. Get a lift and find the lowest cost and best options to an airport near me. You can use Up Hail to find the safe ride fee, minimum fare, base fare, cancellation fee, cost per mile, or cost per minute for different ride services like Uber, Taxi, Lyft. You can also find customer service information, phone numbers, and more. Rates cover zip codes: 20001, 20002, 20003, 20004, 20005, 20006, 20007, 20008, 20009, 20010, 20011, 20012, 20013, 20015, 20016, 20017, 20018, 20019, 20020, 20022, 200

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