Lyft
Starts at
$4.10The Low Cost Lyft
Starts at
$4.10Economy
Door to Door Service
Seats 4
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Sanford to Portland International Jetport Airport | $36-$50 |
Sanford to Manchester Airport | $74-$105 |
Sanford to General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport | $100-$120 |
Sanford to Kennebunk | $18-$21 |
Sanford to Shapleigh | $19-$24 |
Sanford to Berwick | $20-$25 |
Sanford to Boston | $110-$121 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Minimum Fare | $4.10 |
Base Fare | $1.00 |
Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
Cost Per Mile | $1.07 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.16 |
Lyft XL
Starts at
$6.35Economy Cars for Large Groups
Starts at
$6.35Extra Spacious
Economy
Extra Trunk Space
Door to Door Service
Seats 6
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Sanford to Portland International Jetport Airport | $55-$70 |
Sanford to Manchester Airport | $120-$165 |
Sanford to General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport | $160-$185 |
Sanford to Kennebunk | $24-$29 |
Sanford to Shapleigh | $29-$33 |
Sanford to Berwick | $31-$35 |
Sanford to Boston | $167-$185 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Minimum Fare | $6.35 |
Base Fare | $1.50 |
Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
Cost Per Mile | $1.66 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.25 |
Uber UBERX
Starts at
$7.15Economy Personal Ride
Starts at
$7.15Economy
Door to Door Service
Seats 4
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Sanford to Portland International Jetport Airport | $55-$62 |
Sanford to Manchester Airport | $96-$113 |
Sanford to General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport | $130-$147 |
Sanford to Kennebunk | $19-$21 |
Sanford to Shapleigh | $21-$23 |
Sanford to Berwick | $26-$29 |
Sanford to Boston | $138-$152 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Safe Ride Fee | $2.80 |
Minimum Fare | $7.15 |
Base Fare | $1.10 |
Cancellation Fee | $5.50 |
Cost Per Mile | $1.16 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.17 |
Uber UBERX DIAMOND
Starts at
$7.15Starts at
$7.15Service | Price |
Safe Ride Fee | $2.80 |
Minimum Fare | $7.15 |
Base Fare | $1.10 |
Cancellation Fee | $5.50 |
Cost Per Mile | $1.16 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.17 |
Uber Pet
Starts at
$7.15Economy Personal Ride
Starts at
$7.15Economy
Door to Door Service
Seats 4
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Sanford to Portland International Jetport Airport | $60-$68 |
Sanford to Manchester Airport | $101-$119 |
Sanford to General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport | $135-$153 |
Sanford to Kennebunk | $24-$26 |
Sanford to Shapleigh | $26-$28 |
Sanford to Berwick | $31-$34 |
Sanford to Boston | $143-$158 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Safe Ride Fee | $2.80 |
Minimum Fare | $7.15 |
Base Fare | $1.10 |
Cancellation Fee | $5.50 |
Cost Per Mile | $1.16 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.17 |
UberXL
Starts at
$9.35Low Cost Ride for Large Groups
Starts at
$9.35Extra Spacious
Economy
Extra Trunk Space
Door to Door Service
Seats 6
Route | Fare Estimate* |
Sanford to Portland International Jetport Airport | $77-$87 |
Sanford to Manchester Airport | $134-$160 |
Sanford to General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport | $182-$207 |
Sanford to Kennebunk | $26-$29 |
Sanford to Shapleigh | $29-$32 |
Sanford to Berwick | $36-$40 |
Sanford to Boston | $195-$214 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Service | Price |
Safe Ride Fee | $3.00 |
Minimum Fare | $9.35 |
Base Fare | $1.50 |
Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
Cost Per Mile | $1.67 |
Cost Per Minute | $0.25 |
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Average Fare Estimate
(Within City Limits)The cheapest service in Sanford is Uber, which is 7.41% cheaper than Lyft, on average. Data is based on a large sample of fare estimates within Sanford.Estimated Airport Fares
(From City Center)The cheapest trip from the center of Sanford to a nearby airport is Lyft to Portland International Jetport Airport at an average of $45.00Average Uber Fare By Service
(Within City Limits)Average Lyft Fare By Service
(Within City Limits)Uber is available and running in Sanford, ME. There are 4 levels of Uber service in Sanford, ME, which are Uber Pet, UberX, UberX Diamond and UberXL.
Lyft is available and running in Sanford, ME. There are 2 levels of Lyft service in Sanford, ME, which are Plus and Standard.
Assume you are taking a ride in Sanford, ME to Portsmouth International at Pease Airport, which is 24.17 miles and takes 72 minutes. Lyft standard would be more expensive than UberX. The estimated cost of the Lyft ride is $41.68 compared to an estimated $41.38 with UberX. The cost of the Lyft ride is 0% more. The minimum fare for Uber in Sanford is $7.15, and the minimum fare for Lyft in Sanford is $4.10.
The cost per mile for Lyft Standard is $1.07. The cost per mile for UberX is $1.16. The cost per mile for UberX Diamond is $1.16. The cost per mile for Uber Pet is $1.16. The cost per mile for Lyft Plus is $1.66. The cost per mile for UberXL is $1.67.
Both Uber and Lyft are very similar in Sanford and in many cases indistinguishable from each other. Uber has more services than Lyft in Sanford, ME, with a total of 4 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 Sanford 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 Sanford area if necessary.
Uber and Lyft are currently not illegal in Sanford, ME.
Tipping is optional. Consider that most drivers in the Sanford 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 Sanford, ME, which is a pet-friendly ride service for an additional fee. For other service options in Sanford, ME, 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 Sanford, ME. Lyft does not have a car seat option in Sanford, ME. For more information read the full FAQ.
Uber does not offer phone support for riders in Sanford, ME. 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 Sanford, ME. 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.
For those looking to explore, learn more about the cities nearest to Sanford 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.
Need a ride to or from the airport? Compare costs for rideshare and taxis in these Sanford area airports below! You can also see FAQs and, for arrivals here, some popular routes to travel once you touch down.
If you’re trying to choose locations to visit nearby, check out these routes and cities to visit around Sanford. 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.
To really get a feel for Sanford’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.
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 Sanford based on ride pick-up and drop-offs.
Sanford, Maine is an incorporated American town in York County. Sanford is in the America/New_York time zone. The population of Sanford is 29,535. The population density is 171 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5. The percentage of females in Sanford is 53%, and the percentage of males is 47% The average home value is $183,747. The median household income is $52,513. The median rent is $901. The home ownership rate is 59.2%. The average family size is 2.94 people. The percentage of the population that is married is 45.4%. The unemployment rate in is 6.4%. The percentage of the population that is working or looking for work is 64.7%. The percentage of the population that is college educated or above is 19.3%. The racial composition of Sanford is: 93.2% Caucasion, 1% African American, 2.5% Asian, 0.7% Native American, 0.1%, Pacific Islander, 2.3% Multiracial, 0.3% Other.
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