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8 rides submittedUpdated 2026-02-28

Early data suggests

lyft cheaper by 4.0%

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LA rides trend similar across providers. Lyft may edge slightly cheaper per mile.
Uber5 rides
Avg Fare$31.20
Price Range$14.00 – $72.00
Price / Mile$3.50
Surge Frequency31.0%
Avg ETA6.3 min
Lyft3 rides
Avg Fare$29.80
Price Range$13.50 – $68.50
Price / Mile$3.30
Surge Frequency27.0%
Avg ETA6.8 min

🚗 Robotaxi Options

Autonomous · No Surge
Waymo3 rides
Avg Fare$30.90
Price Range$14.00 – $69.50
Price / Mile$3.55
Surge Frequency0% — fixed pricing
Avg ETA7.0 min

Waymo is a fully driverless robotaxi with fixed pricing — no surge ever. Available within designated service zones only.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Uber or Lyft cheaper in Los Angeles?

Based on 8 crowd-sourced rides, Lyft is approximately 4% cheaper than Uber in Los Angeles this week. Average Lyft fare: $29.80 vs $31.20 for Uber.

Which app surges more in Los Angeles — Uber or Lyft?

Based on user-submitted rides, Uber shows surge pricing on approximately 31% of trips in Los Angeles, compared to 27% for Lyft. Surge is estimated from price-per-mile deviation above the city median.

What is the average Uber price in Los Angeles?

The average Uber fare in Los Angeles is $31.20 based on recent crowd-sourced submissions, ranging from $14.00 to $72.00.

What is the average Lyft price in Los Angeles?

The average Lyft fare in Los Angeles is $29.80 based on recent crowd-sourced submissions, ranging from $13.50 to $68.50.

How long does an Uber or Lyft take to arrive in Los Angeles?

Average estimated pickup time in Los Angeles is 6.3 minutes for Uber and 6.8 minutes for Lyft, based on user-reported ETAs at time of booking.

Data is crowd-sourced from user submissions. This is an experimental preview with limited samples. Results may not represent all trips in Los Angeles. Help improve data accuracy →