Getting around Columbia
Planning to travel in Columbia? Whether you’re a visitor or a resident, let this guide help you make the most of your Columbia experience. Travel from the airport to a hotel using Uber and discover popular routes and destinations.
Reserve car service in Columbia with Uber
Arrange your car service needs in advance with Uber in Columbia. Request a ride anytime up to 90 days ahead, whether you need transportation to Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport, you have plans to visit your favorite restaurant, or you’re going somewhere else.
Ride Sharing in Columbia
Getting around Columbia without a car is easy with Uber. Find places to visit in the area, then request a ride on any day and at any time of the week. You can request a ride in real-time or request a ride in advance so your ride is ready when you are. Whether you’re traveling in a group or alone, you can use the app to find a ride option for your needs.
Open the Uber app and enter your destination to begin exploring Columbia.
Columbia-area airport car service
When your travel in Columbia takes you to an airport from a neighborhood, or elsewhere, open the app and request a ride at any time of day. Tap below on the name of a nearby airport to learn how to use Uber to get car service to arrivals and departures. On the linked airport page, you’ll find out where to meet your driver for pickup, how much the trip will cost, and more.
Choose the best ways to get around Columbia
Taxi in Columbia
Consider Uber as an alternative to taxis when getting around Columbia. With Uber, you can trade flagging down cabs for requesting rides on demand, no matter the time of day. Request a ride from an airport to a hotel, head to a restaurant, or visit another place. The choice is yours. Open the app and enter a destination to get started.
Public transport in Columbia
Getting around with public transport is an affordable way to travel. Depending on the area, you can view nearby bus or subway routes with Uber Transit to help plan your travels. Open the app to see if Uber Transit is available in your neighborhood or visit popular places in Columbia by ridesharing with Uber.
Bike rentals in Columbia
Biking is an eco-friendly way to get around the heart of a city. In select cities, you can find and ride electric bikes with Uber. Open the app to see if bikes are available in Columbia. If bikes are available in Columbia, remember to wear a helmet and follow traffic laws while riding.
Popular destinations in Columbia
Uber makes Columbia travel easy. While riders can use Uber to request a ride to pretty much anywhere, some destinations are more popular than others. Uber riders getting around Columbia request rides to The Mall in Columbia more than any other spot.
Here, you can explore popular routes requested by riders near you—with dropoff locations and average route prices.
Destination | Average price* |
---|---|
The Mall in Columbia | $13 |
Merriweather Post Pavilion | $15 |
Walmart | $14 |
BWI Marshall MARC Train Station | $38 |
Target | $15 |
Car rentals near Columbia
Frequently asked questions
- Is Uber available in Columbia?
Yes. The Uber app gives you the power to request a ride to get around Columbia anytime, 24/7.
- What’s the most affordable way to travel in Columbia?
Down Small With Uber, you can choose the ride option that works best for your budget when you travel in Columbia. To see the possible cost, open the app and input your destination in the “Where to?” box. The price estimate for each ride option will appear; scroll to see what’s currently available.
- Can I get around Columbia without a car?
Down Small Yes. Open your Uber app to request Columbia car service, and let your driver take you where you want to go. (You might see other Columbia transportation options available in your app, too.)
- Can I rent a car in Columbia?
Down Small Check the Uber app to see if car rentals are available in your city. If so, choose Rent and complete your reservation with a rental provider using the Uber app. Then travel in Columbia or wherever the road takes you.
- How does Uber in Columbia help keep riders safe?
Down Small Your safety when traveling in Columbia is a top priority. In a few taps, you can access in-app features like the emergency assistance button to call authorities if you need help.
Uber does not tolerate the use of alcohol or drugs by drivers using the Uber app. If you believe your driver may be under the influence of drugs or alcohol, please have the driver end the trip immediately.
Commercial vehicles may be subject to additional state government taxes, which would be over and above the toll.
After the driver has ended the trip, please report any feedback when rating your trip in the Uber app, emailing customercomplaints@uber.com, visiting help.uber.com, or calling 800-664-1378.
Vehicle-for-hire complaints regarding trips in Maryland may be submitted to the Maryland Public Service Commission (PSC) here or by calling 410-767-8000 or 800-492-0474.
Rasier and Drinnen have filed updated proposed rate schedules with the Maryland PSC.
Rasier LLC (“Rasier”) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Uber Technologies Inc. (“UTI”). Rasier is a licensed transportation network company in the Commonwealth of Virginia and Maryland, and a licensed private sedan business in the District. UTI is a technology company that develops and licenses a smartphone application, which includes a driver app and a rider app.
*Sample rider prices are average UberX prices only and do not reflect variations due to geography, traffic delays, promotions, or other factors. Flat rates and minimum fees may apply. Actual prices for rides and scheduled rides may vary.
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