How Much Does Lyft Charge Per Mile?

If you’re wondering how much does Lyft charge per mile, we have an answer for you. However, it may not be as simple as you’d like. Either way, you’ll find all the relevant information on Lyft pricing and fees in this article, so keep reading.

Depending on which ride type your request, the cost per mile can range from 90 cents to $2.05 on average. However, Lyft charges per minute as well and includes regular and additional fees in the final bill, so keep those in mind when calculating your Lyft fare.

How Does Lyft Charge?

A lot of us take Lyft quite regularly, yet we don’t think too much about the way the pricing is done. After all – it seems pretty straightforward: you go for a drive, and it charges you by the miles that are crossed, right? Well, actually, it’s a bit more complicated than that, and there are a lot of factors that determine the Lyft fare.  Here is some key information to know about Lyft pricing:

• The fare is estimated before the ride starts,
• The type of the ride will determine the final cost,
• The pricing is based both on crossed miles and the ride duration.

How Much Does Lyft Charge Per Mile?

Depending on the ride type you are getting, the per-mile cost differs. Here are the prices per most popular Lyft services:

• Standard Lyft – the rate per mile is 90 cents on average,
• Lyft Lux – the rate per mile is $1.50 on average,
• Lyft Black – the rate per mile is $2.05 on average.

Lyft Charges Per Minutes As Well

To say that Lyft charges per mile would be an oversimplification of the charging process. As already stated, the amount you’ll be charged depends on both the distance and the time required to reach the final destination. Since the fare is estimated prior to the ride, you are charged on the estimated distance and the estimated number of minutes it takes to arrive:

• Standard Lyft charges $0.09 per minute,
• Lyft Lux charges $0.18 per minute,
• Lyft Black charges $0.30 per minute.

So, the farther and longer you travel, the more expensive your ride will be. By charging on account of the duration of the ride, Lyft protects its drivers from losing their daily earnings by getting stuck in traffic or being halted by factors out of their control. However, factors like mileage and duration are only part of the cost – keep reading to find out about other pricing components.

The Ride Type Also Impacts the Fare Cost

Depending on which ride type you’re getting, the cost per mile may differ. In the table below, you’ll find the ride types and how they influence the final costs.

Ride Type	Costs
Lyft Shared Saver	This is the most affordable option since you’ll be sharing a ride you’ll walk to, per request. Up to two people can request a shared ride, and more passengers can join.
Lyft Shared	Reduce the walking time of Lyft Shared Saver while still getting a cheap ride. Up to two passengers can join in on a requested ride.
Lyft	This is a standard ride that fits up to four people. The minimum fare requirement is $3.50.
Lyft XL	If you want a standard ride for up to six people, take Lyft XL SUV.
Lyft Lux	Lux rides are more expensive, but you’ll be driving around in a high-end car. The minimum fare requirement is $4.70.
Lyft Black	Lyft Black is an ultra-lux car service exclusively in black. It fits up to four people. The minimum fare requirement is $10.
Lyft Black XL	Lyft Black XL is another more expensive, high-end option, but it fits up to six people.

The Base Fare and Lyft Service Fee Are a Part of Every Lyft Bill

With every Lyft ride, you will be paying a Lyft service fee and the base fare. Both are fixed amounts, and here is why you are paying them:

• The service fee – The service fee, on average, is around $1.90. By paying the service fee, you are making it possible for Lyft to pay for operating costs, background checks, and insurance.
• The base fare – As stated above, the base fare is determined by the type of ride type you are taking. However, the base fare is a required fare you can’t skip out on.

Keep an Eye Out for Additional Fees

There is also a number of additional charges that may add up to your final bill. You may be expected to pay them in case of special circumstances. In the table below, you can find in which cases you may have to pay an additional fee.

Additional Fee	When It Applies
Destination Change Cost	In case you add additional stops during a trip or change your final location, you will be charged differently.
Cancelation Fee	The regular cancelation fee is around $5. If you miss a scheduled Lyft ride, the fee can go to $10.
No-Show Fee	If a driver has attempted to call you after reaching your location, and you haven’t answered or shown up after five minutes, they can charge you a no-show fee and leave. The fee differs from city to city.
Applicable Tolls	If your driver has to pay for using bridges and roads, they’ll pay the tolls out of pocket and then charge you for them.
Airport Fees	You may be charged a flat amount in some places to get to the airport or leave it.
Local Fees	Some municipalities, states, or cities put in place local fees, so depending on where you are, you may have to pay an extra charge.
Lost-and-Found Fee	To get back the item you left behind in the car, you will be charged an extra $15 for the driver to bring it to you.

That’s All There’s to Know About Lyft’s Fares

With this knowledge about Lyft pricing, you’ll be able to better navigate your transportation spending. Although the pricing system isn’t as straightforward as getting charged per mile, it is not too complicated either. Be as it may, Lyft always provides you with an estimate prior to booking a ride, so you won’t have to do all that math by yourself. We wish you safe transport!