Uber, Lyft, Taxi in Effingham, IL
Fare Estimates, Rates, Prices & Calculator
Lyft
Starts at
$4.24
The Low Cost Lyft
Starts at
$4.24The Low Cost Lyft
Economy
Door to Door Service
Seats 4
Lyft Popular Routes from Effingham, IL
| Route | Fare Estimate* |
| Effingham to Scott AFB/Midamerica Airport | $93-$120 |
| Effingham to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport | $105-$210 |
| Effingham to Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal | $140-$165 |
| Effingham to Stewardson | $19-$23 |
| Effingham to Altamont | $19-$23 |
| Effingham to Mason | $20-$24 |
| Effingham to Chicago | $237-$260 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Lyft Rate Table for Effingham, IL
| Service | Price |
| Minimum Fare | $4.24 |
| Base Fare | $1.56 |
| Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
| Cost Per Mile | $0.99 |
| Cost Per Minute | $0.22 |
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
$6.00
Economy Cars for Large Groups
Starts at
$6.00Economy Cars for Large Groups
Extra Spacious
Economy
Extra Trunk Space
Door to Door Service
Seats 6
Lyft XL Popular Routes from Effingham, IL
| Route | Fare Estimate* |
| Effingham to Scott AFB/Midamerica Airport | $165-$240 |
| Effingham to Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal | $250-$320 |
| Effingham to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport | $185-$390 |
| Effingham to Stewardson | $33-$38 |
| Effingham to Altamont | $34-$39 |
| Effingham to Mason | $36-$42 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Lyft XL Rate Table for Effingham, IL
| Service | Price |
| Minimum Fare | $6.00 |
| Base Fare | $2.75 |
| Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
| Cost Per Mile | $2.05 |
| Cost Per Minute | $0.30 |
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
$6.25Economy Personal Ride
Starts at
$6.25Economy Personal Ride
Economy
Door to Door Service
Seats 4
Uber UBERX Popular Routes from Effingham, IL
| Route | Fare Estimate* |
| Effingham to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport | $95-$115 |
| Effingham to Scott AFB/Midamerica Airport | $99-$121 |
| Effingham to Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal | $120-$145 |
| Effingham to Stewardson | $18-$20 |
| Effingham to Altamont | $19-$20 |
| Effingham to Mason | $19-$21 |
| Effingham to Chicago | $218-$240 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Uber UBERX Rate Table for Effingham, IL
| Service | Price |
| Safe Ride Fee | $2.25 |
| Minimum Fare | $6.25 |
| Base Fare | $2.07 |
| Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
| Cost Per Mile | $0.84 |
| 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
Sample Vehicles
- Honda Accord
- Toyota Camry
Uber UBERX DIAMOND
Starts at
$6.25Starts at
$6.25Uber UBERX DIAMOND Rate Table for Effingham, IL
| Service | Price |
| Safe Ride Fee | $2.25 |
| Minimum Fare | $6.25 |
| Base Fare | $2.07 |
| Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
| Cost Per Mile | $0.84 |
| Cost Per Minute | $0.16 |
UberXL
Starts at
$7.40Low Cost Ride for Large Groups
Starts at
$7.40Low Cost Ride for Large Groups
Extra Spacious
Economy
Extra Trunk Space
Door to Door Service
Seats 6
UberXL Popular Routes from Effingham, IL
| Route | Fare Estimate* |
| Effingham to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport | $155-$186 |
| Effingham to Scott AFB/Midamerica Airport | $161-$196 |
| Effingham to Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal | $195-$235 |
| Effingham to Stewardson | $28-$31 |
| Effingham to Altamont | $29-$31 |
| Effingham to Mason | $30-$32 |
| Effingham to Chicago | $356-$392 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
UberXL Rate Table for Effingham, IL
| Service | Price |
| Safe Ride Fee | $2.40 |
| Minimum Fare | $7.40 |
| Base Fare | $3.50 |
| Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
| Cost Per Mile | $1.36 |
| Cost Per Minute | $0.26 |
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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Price Trends in Effingham
Average Fare Estimate
(Within City Limits)The cheapest service in Effingham is Uber, which is 7.69% cheaper than Lyft, on average. Data is based on a large sample of fare estimates within Effingham.Estimated Airport Fares
(From City Center)The cheapest trip from the center of Effingham to a nearby airport is Lyft to Scott AFB/Midamerica Airport at an average of $113.00Average Uber Fare By Service
(Within City Limits)Average Lyft Fare By Service
(Within City Limits)FAQs
Uber is available and running in Effingham, IL. There are 3 levels of Uber service in Effingham, IL, which are UberX, UberX Diamond and UberXL.
Lyft is available and running in Effingham, IL. There are 2 levels of Lyft service in Effingham, IL, which are Plus and Standard.
Assume you are taking a ride in Effingham, IL to Decatur Airport, which is 52.1 miles and takes 156 minutes. Lyft standard would be more expensive than UberX. The estimated cost of the Lyft ride is $90.56 compared to an estimated $70.79 with UberX. The cost of the Lyft ride is 21% more. The minimum fare for Uber in Effingham is $6.25, and the minimum fare for Lyft in Effingham is $4.24.
The cost per mile for UberX is $0.84. The cost per mile for UberX Diamond is $0.84. The cost per mile for Lyft Standard is $0.99. The cost per mile for UberXL is $1.36. The cost per mile for Lyft Plus is $2.05.
Both Uber and Lyft are very similar in Effingham and in many cases indistinguishable from each other. Uber has more services than Lyft in Effingham, IL, 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 Effingham 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 Effingham area if necessary.
Uber and Lyft are currently not illegal in Effingham, IL.
Tipping is optional. Consider that most drivers in the Effingham 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 Effingham, IL, 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 Effingham, IL. Lyft does not have a car seat option in Effingham, IL. For more information read the full FAQ.
Uber does not offer phone support for riders in Effingham, IL. 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 Effingham, IL. 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 Effingham
For those looking to explore, learn more about the cities nearest to Effingham 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 Effingham
Need a ride to or from the airport? Compare costs for rideshare and taxis in these Effingham 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 Effingham Routes
If you’re trying to choose locations to visit nearby, check out these routes and cities to visit around Effingham. 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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Effingham 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 Effingham based on ride pick-up and drop-offs.
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Effingham Stats
Effingham, Illinois is an incorporated American town in Effingham County. Effingham is in the America/Chicago time zone. The population of Effingham is 14,005. The population density is 472 people per square mile. The median age is 36.7. The percentage of females in Effingham is 53.5%, and the percentage of males is 46.5% The average home value is $127,517. The median household income is $47,582. The median rent is $599. The home ownership rate is 59.7%. The average family size is 2.93 people. The percentage of the population that is married is 46.2%. The unemployment rate in is 2.9%. The percentage of the population that is working or looking for work is 62.8%. The percentage of the population that is college educated or above is 22.3%. The racial composition of Effingham is: 94.4% Caucasion, 1.5% African American, 0.9% Asian, 0.1% Native American, 1.4% Multiracial, 1.7% Other.
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Ridesharing and Taxis in Effingham
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