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12 rides submittedUpdated 2026-02-28

Early data suggests

lyft cheaper by 15.0%

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Early data may suggest Lyft is cheaper in SF this week, while Uber tends to arrive faster.
Uber7 rides
Avg Fare$28.40
Price Range$12.50 – $67.20
Price / Mile$4.10
Surge Frequency38.0%
Avg ETA4.2 min
Lyft5 rides
Avg Fare$24.10
Price Range$11.00 – $59.80
Price / Mile$3.60
Surge Frequency29.0%
Avg ETA5.1 min

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Waymo4 rides
Avg Fare$25.80
Price Range$11.00 – $57.50
Price / Mile$3.75
Surge Frequency0% — fixed pricing
Avg ETA5.2 min

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

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Weekly Summary
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Feb 24 – Feb 28, 2026

Based on early submissions this week, SF ride prices may be trending higher than last month. Lyft appears somewhat cheaper than Uber on average, though our sample is still growing. Surge pricing activity seems more frequent on Uber during peak evening hours (5–8pm). This is a preview — data confidence improves as more rides are submitted.

Data reflects user-submitted rides. May not represent all trips in this city.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Uber or Lyft cheaper in San Francisco?

Based on 12 crowd-sourced rides, Lyft is approximately 15% cheaper than Uber in San Francisco this week. Average Lyft fare: $24.10 vs $28.40 for Uber.

Which app surges more in San Francisco — Uber or Lyft?

Based on user-submitted rides, Uber shows surge pricing on approximately 38% of trips in San Francisco, compared to 29% for Lyft. Surge is estimated from price-per-mile deviation above the city median.

What is the average Uber price in San Francisco?

The average Uber fare in San Francisco is $28.40 based on recent crowd-sourced submissions, ranging from $12.50 to $67.20.

What is the average Lyft price in San Francisco?

The average Lyft fare in San Francisco is $24.10 based on recent crowd-sourced submissions, ranging from $11.00 to $59.80.

How long does an Uber or Lyft take to arrive in San Francisco?

Average estimated pickup time in San Francisco is 4.2 minutes for Uber and 5.1 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 San Francisco. Help improve data accuracy →