Making Uber More Affordable for All New Yorkers
Written byToday we’re reducing uberX rates by 15%. With prices lower than a New York City taxi,* Uber is now more affordable and accessible for residents across the 5 boroughs. Shave time off your commute or get home safely after a night out. Wherever you’re headed, a reliable ride is always minutes away—now for less.
SEE HOW THESE NEW RATES COMPARE
old uberX | new uberX | old uberXL | new uberXL | |
Base Fare | $3.00 | $2.55 | $4.50 | $3.85 |
Per Mile | $2.15 | $1.75 | $3.25 | $2.85 |
Per Minute | $0.40 | $0.35 | $0.60 | $0.50 |
Minimum Fare | $8.00 | $7.00 | $12.00 | $10.50 |
EXAMPLE FARES
Midtown to LGA
$37.12
Old uberX: $43.67**
Chelsea to East Village
$11.20
Old uberX: $13.18**
Williamsburg to Bushwick
$8.40
Old uberX: $9.90**
Astoria to Long Island City
$10.29
Old uberX: $12.09**
See these new rates in action by running a fare estimate for your most common ride.
Looking to ride for even less? With these new rates, uberPOOL, our carpool option, is now up to 35% cheaper than a New York City taxi.* uberPOOL matches you with riders headed in the same direction. It’s always the cheapest way to Uber, and only adds a few minutes to your trip. Here’s how it works.
*Based on a comparison between 2016 published taxi fares and uberX fares from New York City. Taxi estimates include a 20% gratuity.
** Surge will still apply to discount average fares during times of high demand. Minimum $7 fare on uberX rides.