Uber, Lyft, Taxi in Charlottesville, VA
Fare Estimates, Rates, Prices & Calculator
Taxi
Starts at
$3.45
Standard Taxi Service
Starts at
$3.45Standard Taxi Service
Accepts Cash
Economy
Door to Door Service
Seats 4
Taxi Rate Table for Charlottesville, VA
| Service | Price |
| Minimum Fare | $3.45 |
| Base Fare | $3.45 |
| Cost Per Mile | $2.42 |
| Cost Per Minute | $0.67 |
Sample Vehicles
- Dodge Grand Caravan
- Toyota Camry
Lyft
Starts at
$4.10
The Low Cost Lyft
Starts at
$4.10The Low Cost Lyft
Economy
Door to Door Service
Seats 4
Lyft Popular Routes from Charlottesville, VA
| Route | Fare Estimate* |
| Charlottesville to Richmond International Airport | $90-$140 |
| Charlottesville to Washington Dulles International Airport | $110-$165 |
| Charlottesville to Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional Airport | $140-$185 |
| Charlottesville to Piney Mountain | $19-$23 |
| Charlottesville to Lake Monticello | $25-$30 |
| Charlottesville to Crozet | $25-$30 |
| Charlottesville to Washington | $147-$165 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Lyft Rate Table for Charlottesville, VA
| Service | Price |
| Minimum Fare | $4.10 |
| Base Fare | $2.03 |
| Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
| Cost Per Mile | $1.13 |
| Cost Per Minute | $0.19 |
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
$6.50
Economy Cars for Large Groups
Starts at
$6.50Economy Cars for Large Groups
Extra Spacious
Economy
Extra Trunk Space
Door to Door Service
Seats 6
Lyft XL Popular Routes from Charlottesville, VA
| Route | Fare Estimate* |
| Charlottesville to Richmond International Airport | $180-$285 |
| Charlottesville to Washington Dulles International Airport | $240-$285 |
| Charlottesville to Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional Airport | $260-$355 |
| Charlottesville to Piney Mountain | $36-$42 |
| Charlottesville to Lake Monticello | $50-$58 |
| Charlottesville to Crozet | $50-$58 |
| Charlottesville to Washington | $296-$323 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Lyft XL Rate Table for Charlottesville, VA
| Service | Price |
| Minimum Fare | $6.50 |
| Base Fare | $4.00 |
| Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
| Cost Per Mile | $2.31 |
| Cost Per Minute | $0.40 |
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
$7.23Economy Personal Ride
Starts at
$7.23Economy Personal Ride
Economy
Door to Door Service
Seats 4
Uber UBERX Popular Routes from Charlottesville, VA
| Route | Fare Estimate* |
| Charlottesville to Richmond International Airport | $123-$163 |
| Charlottesville to Washington Dulles International Airport | $169-$226 |
| Charlottesville to Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional Airport | $173-$215 |
| Charlottesville to Piney Mountain | $24-$27 |
| Charlottesville to Crozet | $31-$34 |
| Charlottesville to Lake Monticello | $34-$38 |
| Charlottesville to Washington | $183-$202 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
Uber UBERX Rate Table for Charlottesville, VA
| Service | Price |
| Safe Ride Fee | $2.90 |
| Minimum Fare | $7.23 |
| Base Fare | $2.16 |
| Cancellation Fee | $5.50 |
| Cost Per Mile | $1.20 |
| Cost Per Minute | $0.20 |
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
$9.55Low Cost Ride for Large Groups
Starts at
$9.55Low Cost Ride for Large Groups
Extra Spacious
Economy
Extra Trunk Space
Door to Door Service
Seats 6
UberXL Popular Routes from Charlottesville, VA
| Route | Fare Estimate* |
| Charlottesville to Richmond International Airport | $229-$283 |
| Charlottesville to Washington Dulles International Airport | $315-$393 |
| Charlottesville to Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional Airport | $326-$395 |
| Charlottesville to Piney Mountain | $42-$47 |
| Charlottesville to Crozet | $55-$61 |
| Charlottesville to Lake Monticello | $61-$67 |
| Charlottesville to Washington | $345-$380 |
*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand
UberXL Rate Table for Charlottesville, VA
| Service | Price |
| Safe Ride Fee | $3.05 |
| Minimum Fare | $9.55 |
| Base Fare | $4.00 |
| Cancellation Fee | $5.00 |
| Cost Per Mile | $2.31 |
| Cost Per Minute | $0.40 |
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 Charlottesville
Average Fare Estimate
(Within City Limits)The cheapest service in Charlottesville is Lyft, which is 22.21% cheaper than Uber, on average. Data is based on a large sample of fare estimates within Charlottesville.Estimated Airport Fares
(From City Center)The cheapest trip from the center of Charlottesville to a nearby airport is Lyft to Richmond International Airport at an average of $110.00Fares by Day of Week
(Within City Limits) The cheapest day for Uber rides is on Monday, while the most expensive day is on Thursday. Similarly, the cheapest day to use Lyft is on Sunday, while the most expensive day to use the service is on Monday.Average Price by Hour
The cheapest time for Lyft in Charlottesville is around 6PM at $8.82, and the most expensive time is around 2PM at $10.39. The cheapest time for Uber is around 4AM at $9.55, and the most expensive time is around 8AM at $16.71.Average Uber Fare By Service
(Within City Limits)Average Lyft Fare By Service
(Within City Limits)FAQs
Uber is available and running in Charlottesville, VA. There are 2 levels of Uber service in Charlottesville, VA, which are UberX and UberXL.
Lyft is available and running in Charlottesville, VA. There are 2 levels of Lyft service in Charlottesville, VA, which are Plus and Standard.
Assume you are taking a ride in Charlottesville, VA to Charlottesville Albemarle Airport, which is 7.21 miles and takes 21 minutes. Lyft standard would be more expensive than UberX. The estimated cost of the Lyft ride is $17.57 compared to an estimated $15.01 with UberX. The cost of the Lyft ride is 14% more. The minimum fare for Uber in Charlottesville is $7.23, and the minimum fare for Lyft in Charlottesville is $4.10.
The cost per mile for Lyft Standard is $1.13. The cost per mile for UberX is $1.20. The cost per mile for Lyft Plus is $2.31. The cost per mile for UberXL is $2.31.
Both Uber and Lyft are very similar in Charlottesville and in many cases indistinguishable from each other. Both Uber and Lyft have the same amount of services in Charlottesville, VA, 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 Charlottesville 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 Charlottesville area if necessary.
Uber and Lyft are currently not illegal in Charlottesville, VA.
Tipping is optional. Consider that most drivers in the Charlottesville 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 Charlottesville, VA, 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 Charlottesville, VA. Lyft does not have a car seat option in Charlottesville, VA. For more information read the full FAQ.
Uber does not offer phone support for riders in Charlottesville, VA. 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 Charlottesville, VA. 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 Charlottesville
For those looking to explore, learn more about the cities nearest to Charlottesville 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 Charlottesville
Need a ride to or from the airport? Compare costs for rideshare and taxis in these Charlottesville 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 Charlottesville Routes
If you’re trying to choose locations to visit nearby, check out these routes and cities to visit around Charlottesville. 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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Charlottesville Neighborhoods
To really get a feel for Charlottesville’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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Charlottesville 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 Charlottesville based on ride pick-up and drop-offs.
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Charlottesville Stats
Charlottesville, Virginia is an incorporated American city in Charlottesville County. Charlottesville is in the America/New_York time zone. The population of Charlottesville is 100,416. The population density is 1,781 people per square mile. The median age is 31.6. The percentage of females in Charlottesville is 51.6%, and the percentage of males is 48.4% The average home value is $301,362. The median household income is $59,471. The median rent is $1,142. The home ownership rate is 42.8%. The average family size is 3 people. The percentage of the population that is married is 31.7%. The unemployment rate in is 4.2%. The percentage of the population that is working or looking for work is 64.5%. The percentage of the population that is college educated or above is 55%. The racial composition of Charlottesville is: 70.6% Caucasion, 18.8% African American, 7.1% Asian, 0.2% Native American, 0.1%, Pacific Islander, 2.9% Multiracial, 0.4% Other.
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Ridesharing and Taxis in Charlottesville
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