Uber and Lyft prices in Atlanta

What rides cost in Atlanta by distance, ride type and route, with the airports and self-driving services that serve it.

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What a ride costs in Atlanta

Trip	UberX	Lyft	UberXL	Taxi
Short hop 2 miles, about 8 minutes	$12–17	$11–14	$17–24	$8–10
Across town 5 miles, about 16 minutes	$17–24	$15–19	$24–35	$15–18
Longer ride 10 miles, about 25 minutes	$27–39	$24–30	$38–56	$27–32

Estimates for a weekday around midday, using rates tuned to recent prices in Atlanta.Airport fees, tolls and tips are extra. .

Price by ride type

For a 5-mile, 16-minute trip in Atlanta.

Ride type	Uber	Lyft
Saver	$15–21 Wait & Save · 4 seats	$14–17 Wait & Save · 4 seats
Standard	$17–24 UberX · 4 seats	$15–19 Lyft · 4 seats
Faster	$20–29 Priority · 4 seats	$18–22 Priority Pickup · 4 seats
Comfort	$21–31 Comfort · 4 seats	$21–26 Extra Comfort · 4 seats
XL	$24–35 UberXL · 6 seats	$22–27 Lyft XL · 5 seats
Premium	$36–52 Black · 4 seats	$38–47 Black · 4 seats
Premium XL	$46–67 Black SUV · 6 seats	$46–58 Black SUV · 5 seats
Pet	$19–28 Uber Pet · 4 seats	–

Popular routes from ATL

Route	Distance	Time	UberX	Lyft
ATL to Downtown Atlanta	10.6 mi	23 min	$31–43	$28–34
ATL to Midtown Atlanta	12.6 mi	23 min	$34–47	$31–38
ATL to Buckhead	19.2 mi	31 min	$45–64	$42–51
ATL to Mercedes-Benz Stadium	10.8 mi	23 min	$31–43	$29–35
ATL to Georgia Tech	13.1 mi	26 min	$35–49	$33–40
ATL to Emory University	16.2 mi	35 min	$42–59	$39–48

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Taxi rates in Atlanta

Taxi meters follow rates set by City of Atlanta (Code of Ordinances Sec. 162-118; Atlanta Police Department Vehicles for Hire). They do not surge, which makes a taxi worth checking when ride apps are busy.

Initial charge	$3.50 (includes the first 0.125 mile)
Each mile	$2.40
Each minute stopped or in slow traffic	$0.40
Additional passenger	$2.00 Each extra passenger: each passenger in excess of one; children under six free
Initial airport fare	$1.50 ATL airport pickups: all taxi trips originating at Atlanta Airport
Fuel surcharge	$2.00 In some cases: per trip once AAA regular unleaded has averaged $2.90 to $4.39 over 14 consecutive days
ATL to or from Downtown flat rate zone	$36.00 flat (plus $2.00 for each additional passenger; waiting $21 per hour; fare includes sales tax)
ATL to or from Midtown flat rate zone	$38.00 flat (plus $2.00 for each additional passenger; waiting $21 per hour; fare includes sales tax)
ATL to or from Buckhead flat rate zone	$48.00 flat (plus $2.00 for each additional passenger; waiting $21 per hour; fare includes sales tax)
Minimum fare	$10.00

From the regulator's published rates. In effect since 2023-06. Last checked October 11, 2026. Maximum fares raised by City Council in June 2023; every trip has a $10.00 minimum, and seniors 65+ and disabled riders get 20% off metered fares. Source. .

Self-driving rides in Atlanta

Service	Status	Vehicle	Book with	Airports	Riders since
Waymo	Open to all	No one in the driver seat	Uber app	–	Jun 2025
May Mobility	Open to all	Safety monitor on board	Lyft app	–	Sep 2025
Zoox	Testing	Safety monitor on board	Zoox app	–	–

Self-driving rides in Atlanta: map, prices and how to ride

Common questions

How much does an Uber cost in Atlanta?

We estimate UberX at $12–17 for a 2-mile trip, $17–24 for 5 miles and $27–39 for 10 miles around midday on a weekday. Busy times cost more.

Is Uber or Lyft cheaper in Atlanta?

They are usually close. For a 5-mile trip we estimate UberX at $17–24 and Lyft at $15–19. Either can be cheaper at a given moment, so compare both.

How much is an Uber from ATL airport?

From ATL to Downtown Atlanta we estimate UberX at $31–43 and Lyft at $28–34, airport fee included.

Are there self-driving rides in Atlanta?

Yes. Waymo, May Mobility carry riders in the Atlanta area.