Uber, Lyft, Taxi in Traverse City, MI
Fare Estimates, Rates, Prices & Calculator
Lyft
Starts at
$2.79
The Low Cost Lyft
Starts at
$2.79The Low Cost Lyft
Economy
Door to Door Service
Seats 4
Lyft Popular Routes from Traverse City, MI
| Route | Fare Estimate* |
| Traverse City to MBS International Airport | $150-$220 |
| Traverse City to Kingsley | $20-$24 |
| Traverse City to Lake Ann | $24-$29 |
| Traverse City to Maple Grove | $31-$35 |
| Traverse City to Detroit | $294-$322 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Lyft Rate Table for Traverse City, MI
| Service | Price |
| Minimum Fare | $2.79 |
| Base Fare | $1.62 |
| Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
| Cost Per Mile | $1.05 |
| Cost Per Minute | $0.20 |
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
$4.00
Economy Cars for Large Groups
Starts at
$4.00Economy Cars for Large Groups
Extra Spacious
Economy
Extra Trunk Space
Door to Door Service
Seats 6
Lyft XL Popular Routes from Traverse City, MI
| Route | Fare Estimate* |
| Traverse City to MBS International Airport | $200-$320 |
| Traverse City to Kingsley | $30-$34 |
| Traverse City to Lake Ann | $34-$39 |
| Traverse City to Maple Grove | $43-$49 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Lyft XL Rate Table for Traverse City, MI
| Service | Price |
| Minimum Fare | $4.00 |
| Base Fare | $2.50 |
| Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
| Cost Per Mile | $1.56 |
| 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
$4.73Economy Personal Ride
Starts at
$4.73Economy Personal Ride
Economy
Door to Door Service
Seats 4
Uber UBERX Popular Routes from Traverse City, MI
| Route | Fare Estimate* |
| Traverse City to MBS International Airport | $198-$322 |
| Traverse City to Austin Straubel International Airport | $507-$832 |
| Traverse City to General Mitchell International Airport | |
| Traverse City to Kingsley | $34-$37 |
| Traverse City to Lake Ann | $37-$40 |
| Traverse City to Maple Grove | $44-$48 |
| Traverse City to Detroit | $368-$405 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Uber UBERX Rate Table for Traverse City, MI
| Service | Price |
| Safe Ride Fee | $1.90 |
| Minimum Fare | $4.73 |
| Base Fare | $1.70 |
| Cancellation Fee | $5.75 |
| Cost Per Mile | $1.09 |
| Cost Per Minute | $0.21 |
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
$6.40Low Cost Ride for Large Groups
Starts at
$6.40Low Cost Ride for Large Groups
Extra Spacious
Economy
Extra Trunk Space
Door to Door Service
Seats 6
UberXL Popular Routes from Traverse City, MI
| Route | Fare Estimate* |
| Traverse City to MBS International Airport | $273-$446 |
| Traverse City to Austin Straubel International Airport | |
| Traverse City to General Mitchell International Airport | |
| Traverse City to Kingsley | $43-$47 |
| Traverse City to Lake Ann | $47-$52 |
| Traverse City to Maple Grove | $57-$63 |
| Traverse City to Detroit | $512-$564 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
UberXL Rate Table for Traverse City, MI
| Service | Price |
| Safe Ride Fee | $2.40 |
| Minimum Fare | $6.40 |
| Base Fare | $2.50 |
| Cancellation Fee | $7.00 |
| Cost Per Mile | $1.56 |
| 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
Sample Vehicles
- Dodge Grand Caravan
- Honda Pilot
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Price Trends in Traverse City
Average Fare Estimate
(Within City Limits)The cheapest service in Traverse City is Lyft, which is 27.27% cheaper than Uber, on average. Data is based on a large sample of fare estimates within Traverse City.Estimated Airport Fares
(From City Center)Average Uber Fare By Service
(Within City Limits)Average Lyft Fare By Service
(Within City Limits)FAQs
Uber is available and running in Traverse City, MI. There are 2 levels of Uber service in Traverse City, MI, which are UberX and UberXL.
Lyft is available and running in Traverse City, MI. There are 2 levels of Lyft service in Traverse City, MI, which are Plus and Standard.
Assume you are taking a ride in Traverse City, MI to Cherry Capital Airport, which is 1.39 miles and takes 4 minutes. Lyft standard would be more expensive than UberX. The estimated cost of the Lyft ride is $6.08 compared to an estimated $4.06 with UberX. The cost of the Lyft ride is 33% more. The minimum fare for Uber in Traverse City is $4.73, and the minimum fare for Lyft in Traverse City is $2.79.
The cost per mile for Lyft Standard is $1.05. The cost per mile for UberX is $1.09. The cost per mile for Lyft Plus is $1.56. The cost per mile for UberXL is $1.56.
Both Uber and Lyft are very similar in Traverse City and in many cases indistinguishable from each other. Both Uber and Lyft have the same amount of services in Traverse City, MI, 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 Traverse City 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 Traverse City area if necessary.
Uber and Lyft are currently not illegal in Traverse City, MI.
Tipping is optional. Consider that most drivers in the Traverse City 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 Traverse City, MI, 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 Traverse City, MI. Lyft does not have a car seat option in Traverse City, MI. For more information read the full FAQ.
Uber does not offer phone support for riders in Traverse City, MI. 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 Traverse City, MI. 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 Traverse City
For those looking to explore, learn more about the cities nearest to Traverse City 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 Traverse City
Need a ride to or from the airport? Compare costs for rideshare and taxis in these Traverse City 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 Traverse City Routes
If you’re trying to choose locations to visit nearby, check out these routes and cities to visit around Traverse City. 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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Traverse City Neighborhoods
To really get a feel for Traverse City’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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Traverse City 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 Traverse City based on ride pick-up and drop-offs.
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Traverse City Stats
Traverse City, Michigan is an incorporated American town in Grand Traverse County. Traverse City is in the America/Detroit time zone. The population of Traverse City is 50,522. The population density is 729 people per square mile. The median age is 41.4. The percentage of females in Traverse City is 52.2%, and the percentage of males is 47.8% The average home value is $265,276. The median household income is $57,076. The median rent is $905. The home ownership rate is 62%. The average family size is 2.85 people. The percentage of the population that is married is 43.5%. The unemployment rate in is 4.6%. The percentage of the population that is working or looking for work is 64.1%. The percentage of the population that is college educated or above is 46.2%. The racial composition of Traverse City is: 92.5% Caucasion, 1.5% African American, 1% Asian, 1.8% Native American, 3% Multiracial, 0.2% Other.
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Ridesharing and Taxis in Traverse City
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 Grand Traverse County and Traverse City, MI. 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 Plus, Lyft Standard, UberX and UberXL in Michigan, 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: 49684, 49686 and 49696.