Uber, Lyft, Taxi in Fort Scott, KS
Fare Estimates, Rates, Prices & Calculator
Lyft
Starts at
$2.67
The Low Cost Lyft
Starts at
$2.67The Low Cost Lyft
Economy
Door to Door Service
Seats 4
Lyft Popular Routes from Fort Scott, KS
| Route | Fare Estimate* |
| Fort Scott to Joplin Regional Airport | $74-$120 |
| Fort Scott to Springfield Branson National Airport | $140-$195 |
| Fort Scott to Whiteman Air Force Base | $185-$220 |
| Fort Scott to Mapleton | $31-$36 |
| Fort Scott to Bronaugh | $32-$36 |
| Fort Scott to Uniontown | $37-$43 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Lyft Rate Table for Fort Scott, KS
| Service | Price |
| Minimum Fare | $2.67 |
| Base Fare | $1.10 |
| Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
| Cost Per Mile | $1.27 |
| Cost Per Minute | $0.11 |
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 Popular Routes from Fort Scott, KS
| Route | Fare Estimate* |
| Fort Scott to Joplin Regional Airport | $105-$165 |
| Fort Scott to Springfield Branson National Airport | $185-$285 |
| Fort Scott to Whiteman Air Force Base | $250-$320 |
| Fort Scott to Mapleton | $45-$50 |
| Fort Scott to Bronaugh | $46-$51 |
| Fort Scott to Uniontown | $59-$66 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Lyft XL Rate Table for Fort Scott, KS
| Service | Price |
| Minimum Fare | $5.00 |
| Base Fare | $2.00 |
| Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
| Cost Per Mile | $1.71 |
| 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
Uber UBERX
Starts at
$7.00Economy Personal Ride
Starts at
$7.00Economy Personal Ride
Economy
Door to Door Service
Seats 4
Uber UBERX Popular Routes from Fort Scott, KS
| Route | Fare Estimate* |
| Fort Scott to Joplin Regional Airport | $132-$146 |
| Fort Scott to Springfield Branson National Airport | $255-$282 |
| Fort Scott to Whiteman Air Force Base | $327-$367 |
| Fort Scott to Uniontown | $46-$51 |
| Fort Scott to Mapleton | $58-$64 |
| Fort Scott to Bronaugh | $66-$72 |
| Fort Scott to St. Louis | $634-$697 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Uber UBERX Rate Table for Fort Scott, KS
| Service | Price |
| Safe Ride Fee | $2.90 |
| Minimum Fare | $7.00 |
| Base Fare | $2.15 |
| Cancellation Fee | $5.50 |
| Cost Per Mile | $1.85 |
| Cost Per Minute | $0.22 |
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
$9.35Low Cost Ride for Large Groups
Starts at
$9.35Low Cost Ride for Large Groups
Extra Spacious
Economy
Extra Trunk Space
Door to Door Service
Seats 6
UberXL Popular Routes from Fort Scott, KS
| Route | Fare Estimate* |
| Fort Scott to Joplin Regional Airport | $192-$213 |
| Fort Scott to Springfield Branson National Airport | $375-$414 |
| Fort Scott to Whiteman Air Force Base | $481-$541 |
| Fort Scott to Uniontown | $67-$73 |
| Fort Scott to Mapleton | $83-$92 |
| Fort Scott to Bronaugh | $95-$104 |
| Fort Scott to St. Louis |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
UberXL Rate Table for Fort Scott, KS
| Service | Price |
| Safe Ride Fee | $3.05 |
| Minimum Fare | $9.35 |
| Base Fare | $3.50 |
| Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
| Cost Per Mile | $2.76 |
| Cost Per Minute | $0.31 |
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 Fort Scott, KS. There are 2 levels of Uber service in Fort Scott, KS, which are UberX and UberXL.
Lyft is available and running in Fort Scott, KS. There are 2 levels of Lyft service in Fort Scott, KS, which are Plus and Standard.
Assume you are taking a ride in Fort Scott, KS to Chanute Martin Johnson Airport, which is 44.08 miles and takes 132 minutes. Lyft standard would be more expensive than UberX. The estimated cost of the Lyft ride is $73.90 compared to an estimated $112.74 with UberX. The cost of the Lyft ride is 34% more. The minimum fare for Uber in Fort Scott is $7.00, and the minimum fare for Lyft in Fort Scott is $2.67.
The cost per mile for Lyft Standard is $1.27. The cost per mile for Lyft Plus is $1.71. The cost per mile for UberX is $1.85. The cost per mile for UberXL is $2.76.
Both Uber and Lyft are very similar in Fort Scott and in many cases indistinguishable from each other. Both Uber and Lyft have the same amount of services in Fort Scott, KS, 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 Fort Scott 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 Fort Scott area if necessary.
Uber and Lyft are currently not illegal in Fort Scott, KS.
Tipping is optional. Consider that most drivers in the Fort Scott 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 Fort Scott, KS, 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 Fort Scott, KS. Lyft does not have a car seat option in Fort Scott, KS. For more information read the full FAQ.
Uber does not offer phone support for riders in Fort Scott, KS. 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 Fort Scott, KS. 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 Fort Scott
For those looking to explore, learn more about the cities nearest to Fort Scott 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 Fort Scott
Need a ride to or from the airport? Compare costs for rideshare and taxis in these Fort Scott 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 Fort Scott Routes
If you’re trying to choose locations to visit nearby, check out these routes and cities to visit around Fort Scott. 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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Fort Scott Neighborhoods
To really get a feel for Fort Scott’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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Fort Scott 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 Fort Scott based on ride pick-up and drop-offs.
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Fort Scott Stats
Fort Scott, Kansas is an incorporated American town in Bourbon County. Fort Scott is in the America/Chicago time zone. The population of Fort Scott is 7,697. The population density is 536 people per square mile. The median age is 38.4. The percentage of females in Fort Scott is 54.8%, and the percentage of males is 45.2% The average home value is $59,626. The median household income is $35,417. The median rent is $622. The home ownership rate is 60.8%. The average family size is 3.09 people. The percentage of the population that is married is 44.9%. The unemployment rate in is 3.1%. The percentage of the population that is working or looking for work is 51.9%. The percentage of the population that is college educated or above is 17%. The racial composition of Fort Scott is: 90% Caucasion, 4.3% African American, 1.1% Asian, 0.2% Native American, 4.2% Multiracial, 0.1% Other.
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Ridesharing and Taxis in Fort Scott
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