Uber, Lyft, Taxi in Athens, NY
Fare Estimates, Rates, Prices & Calculator
Lyft
Starts at
$5.74
The Low Cost Lyft
Starts at
$5.74The Low Cost Lyft
Economy
Door to Door Service
Seats 4
Lyft Popular Routes from Athens, NY
| Route | Fare Estimate* |
| Athens to Albany International Airport | $50-$60 |
| Athens to Schenectady County Airport | $50-$70 |
| Athens to Dutchess County Airport | $60-$86 |
| Athens to Catskill | $15-$18 |
| Athens to Stottville | $19-$22 |
| Athens to Stockport | $20-$24 |
| Athens to Bronx | $125-$140 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Lyft Rate Table for Athens, NY
| Service | Price |
| Minimum Fare | $5.74 |
| Base Fare | $1.06 |
| Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
| Cost Per Mile | $0.92 |
| 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
Disclaimers, Tolls & Surcharges
- Trips that either begin or end at the ALB Airport are subject to a $2.00 surcharge.
- In addition to the base fare, applicable tolls and surcharges may also be applied.
- Lastly, other charges such as driver bonuses could be added to the total fare.
Sample Vehicles
- Honda Accord
- Toyota Camry
Uber Connect
Starts at
$7.28
On-demand package delivery
Starts at
$7.28On-demand package delivery
Economy
Door to Door Service
Seats 0
Uber Connect Popular Routes from Athens, NY
| Route | Fare Estimate* |
| Athens to Albany International Airport | $35-$51 |
| Athens to Schenectady County Airport | $36-$55 |
| Athens to Dutchess County Airport | $52-$64 |
| Athens to Catskill | $12-$13 |
| Athens to Stottville | $17-$18 |
| Athens to Stockport | $19-$21 |
| Athens to Bronx | $103-$114 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Uber Connect Rate Table for Athens, NY
| Service | Price |
| Safe Ride Fee | $1.56 |
| Minimum Fare | $7.28 |
| Base Fare | $1.35 |
| Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
| Cost Per Mile | $0.77 |
| Cost Per Minute | $0.18 |
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
Lyft XL
Starts at
$7.70
Economy Cars for Large Groups
Starts at
$7.70Economy Cars for Large Groups
Extra Spacious
Economy
Extra Trunk Space
Door to Door Service
Seats 6
Lyft XL Popular Routes from Athens, NY
| Route | Fare Estimate* |
| Athens to Albany International Airport | $74-$91 |
| Athens to Schenectady County Airport | $85-$105 |
| Athens to Dutchess County Airport | $90-$130 |
| Athens to Catskill | $21-$25 |
| Athens to Stottville | $26-$31 |
| Athens to Stockport | $30-$34 |
| Athens to Bronx | $195-$216 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Lyft XL Rate Table for Athens, NY
| Service | Price |
| Minimum Fare | $7.70 |
| Base Fare | $1.65 |
| Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
| Cost Per Mile | $1.37 |
| Cost Per Minute | $0.38 |
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
Disclaimers, Tolls & Surcharges
- Trips that either begin or end at the ALB Airport are subject to a $2.00 surcharge.
- In addition to the base fare, applicable tolls and surcharges may also be applied.
- Lastly, other charges such as driver bonuses could be added to the total fare.
Sample Vehicles
- Dodge Caravan
- Honda Pilot
Uber UBERX
Starts at
$7.90Economy Personal Ride
Starts at
$7.90Economy Personal Ride
Economy
Door to Door Service
Seats 4
Uber UBERX Popular Routes from Athens, NY
| Route | Fare Estimate* |
| Athens to Schenectady County Airport | $55-$87 |
| Athens to Albany International Airport | $57-$85 |
| Athens to Dutchess County Airport | $81-$99 |
| Athens to Catskill | $23-$25 |
| Athens to Stottville | $31-$34 |
| Athens to Stockport | $36-$39 |
| Athens to Bronx | $149-$164 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Uber UBERX Rate Table for Athens, NY
| Service | Price |
| Safe Ride Fee | $2.40 |
| Minimum Fare | $7.90 |
| Base Fare | $1.17 |
| Cancellation Fee | $5.75 |
| Cost Per Mile | $1.02 |
| Cost Per Minute | $0.24 |
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 Pet
Starts at
$7.90Economy Personal Ride
Starts at
$7.90Economy Personal Ride
Economy
Door to Door Service
Seats 4
Uber Pet Popular Routes from Athens, NY
| Route | Fare Estimate* |
| Athens to Schenectady County Airport | $62-$94 |
| Athens to Albany International Airport | $64-$92 |
| Athens to Dutchess County Airport | $87-$106 |
| Athens to Catskill | $29-$32 |
| Athens to Stottville | $37-$41 |
| Athens to Stockport | $42-$46 |
| Athens to Bronx | $155-$171 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Uber Pet Rate Table for Athens, NY
| Service | Price |
| Safe Ride Fee | $2.40 |
| Minimum Fare | $7.90 |
| Base Fare | $1.17 |
| Cancellation Fee | $5.75 |
| Cost Per Mile | $1.02 |
| Cost Per Minute | $0.24 |
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
UberXL
Starts at
$10.25Low Cost Ride for Large Groups
Starts at
$10.25Low Cost Ride for Large Groups
Extra Spacious
Economy
Extra Trunk Space
Door to Door Service
Seats 6
UberXL Popular Routes from Athens, NY
| Route | Fare Estimate* |
| Athens to Albany International Airport | $74-$120 |
| Athens to Schenectady County Airport | $74-$121 |
| Athens to Dutchess County Airport | $112-$139 |
| Athens to Catskill | $28-$31 |
| Athens to Stottville | $40-$44 |
| Athens to Stockport | $45-$49 |
| Athens to Bronx | $207-$227 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
UberXL Rate Table for Athens, NY
| Service | Price |
| Safe Ride Fee | $2.55 |
| Minimum Fare | $10.25 |
| Base Fare | $1.65 |
| Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
| Cost Per Mile | $1.37 |
| Cost Per Minute | $0.38 |
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
Uber Comfort
Starts at
$11.05
Extra Leg Room Vehicle
Starts at
$11.05Extra Leg Room Vehicle
Extra Spacious
Door to Door Service
Seats 4
Uber Comfort Popular Routes from Athens, NY
| Route | Fare Estimate* |
| Athens to Albany International Airport | $66-$106 |
| Athens to Schenectady County Airport | $65-$106 |
| Athens to Dutchess County Airport | $98-$121 |
| Athens to Catskill | $26-$28 |
| Athens to Stottville | $36-$40 |
| Athens to Stockport | $41-$45 |
| Athens to Bronx | $179-$197 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Uber Comfort Rate Table for Athens, NY
| Service | Price |
| Safe Ride Fee | $3.12 |
| Minimum Fare | $11.05 |
| Base Fare | $1.76 |
| Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
| Cost Per Mile | $1.17 |
| Cost Per Minute | $0.33 |
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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FAQs
Uber is available and running in Athens, NY. There are 5 levels of Uber service in Athens, NY, which are Comfort, Connect, Uber Pet, UberX and UberXL.
Lyft is available and running in Athens, NY. There are 2 levels of Lyft service in Athens, NY, which are Plus and Standard.
Assume you are taking a ride in Athens, NY to Albany International Airport, which is 32.48 miles and takes 97 minutes. The standard UberX would be more expensive than Lyft Standard. The estimated cost of the UberX ride is $57.58 compared to an estimated $55.53 with Lyft. The cost of the UberX ride is 3% more. The minimum fare for Uber in Athens is $7.90, and the minimum fare for Lyft in Athens is $5.74.
The cost per mile for Uber Connect is $0.77. The cost per mile for Lyft Standard is $0.92. The cost per mile for UberX is $1.02. The cost per mile for Uber Pet is $1.02. The cost per mile for Uber Comfort is $1.17. The cost per mile for Lyft Plus is $1.37. The cost per mile for UberXL is $1.37.
Both Uber and Lyft are very similar in Athens and in many cases indistinguishable from each other. Uber has more services than Lyft in Athens, NY, with a total of 5 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 Athens 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 Athens area if necessary.
Uber and Lyft are currently not illegal in Athens, NY.
Tipping is optional. Consider that most drivers in the Athens 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 Athens, NY, which is a pet-friendly ride service for an additional fee. For other service options in Athens, NY, 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 Athens, NY. Lyft does not have a car seat option in Athens, NY. For more information read the full FAQ.
Uber does not offer phone support for riders in Athens, NY. 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 Athens, NY. 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 Athens
For those looking to explore, learn more about the cities nearest to Athens 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 Athens
Need a ride to or from the airport? Compare costs for rideshare and taxis in these Athens 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 Athens Routes
If you’re trying to choose locations to visit nearby, check out these routes and cities to visit around Athens. 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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Athens Neighborhoods
To really get a feel for Athens’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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Athens 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 Athens based on ride pick-up and drop-offs.
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Athens Stats
Athens, New York is an incorporated American town in Greene County. Athens is in the America/New_York time zone. The population of Athens is 3,949. The population density is 58 people per square mile. The median age is 50.5. The percentage of females in Athens is 50.4%, and the percentage of males is 49.6% The average home value is $193,320. The median household income is $54,920. The median rent is $950. The home ownership rate is 77.2%. The average family size is 3.14 people. The percentage of the population that is married is 53.4%. The unemployment rate in is 2.1%. The percentage of the population that is working or looking for work is 57.3%. The percentage of the population that is college educated or above is 20.2%. The racial composition of Athens is: 92.8% Caucasion, 3.3% African American, 3.1% Asian, 0.1% Native American, 0.5% Multiracial, 0.2% Other.
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Ridesharing and Taxis in Athens
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 Greene County and Athens, NY. 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, Uber Comfort, Uber Connect, Uber Pet, UberX and UberXL in New York, 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: 12015, 12414 and 12451.