Uber, Lyft, Taxi in Johnston, RI

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Lyft

Starts at

$3.13

The Low Cost Lyft

Starts at

$3.13

The Low Cost Lyft

Economy

Door to Door Service

Seats 4

Lyft Popular Routes from Johnston, RI

Route	Fare Estimate^*
Johnston to Theodore Francis Green State Airport	$15-$49
Johnston to Quonset State Airport	$24-$86
Johnston to Norwood Memorial Airport	$40-$130
Johnston to Harmony	$17-$20
Johnston to Lincoln	$22-$26
Johnston to Central Falls	$22-$26
Johnston to Boston	$71-$80

^*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand

Lyft Rate Table for Johnston, RI

Service	Price
Minimum Fare	$3.13
Base Fare	$1.23
Cancellation Fee	$5.00
Cost Per Mile	$0.87
Cost Per Minute	$0.19

About Lyft

The lowest cost private ride option (not a rideshare)
5 minute wait time
Door-to-door pickup and drop-off
Accommodates up to 4 riders per request, no additional fee for extra riders
Typical vehicles are mid-size sedans
You may bring luggage, but consider a larger vehicle option if needed
The Uber equivalent is UberX

Disclaimers, Tolls & Surcharges

Flights departing from PVD airport may have a five-dollar surcharge.
In addition to the base fare, other charges such as tolls or driver bonuses may apply.

Sample Vehicles

Honda Accord
Toyota Camry

Uber UBERX

Starts at

$5.83

Economy Personal Ride

Starts at

$5.83

Economy Personal Ride

Economy

Door to Door Service

Seats 4

Uber UBERX Popular Routes from Johnston, RI

Route	Fare Estimate^*
Johnston to Theodore Francis Green State Airport	$16-$24
Johnston to Quonset State Airport	$30-$41
Johnston to Norwood Memorial Airport	$43-$63
Johnston to Harmony	$19-$21
Johnston to Central Falls	$22-$25
Johnston to Lincoln	$24-$26
Johnston to Boston	$64-$71

^*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand

Uber UBERX Rate Table for Johnston, RI

Service	Price
Safe Ride Fee	$2.65
Minimum Fare	$5.83
Base Fare	$1.16
Cancellation Fee	$5.75
Cost Per Mile	$0.91
Cost Per Minute	$0.18

About Uber UBERX

The lowest cost private ride option (not a rideshare)
2 minute wait time
Door-to-door pickup and drop-off
Accommodates up to 4 riders per request, no additional fee for extra riders
Typical vehicles are mid-size sedans
You may bring luggage, but consider a larger vehicle option if needed
The Lyft equivalent is Lyft Standard

Disclaimers, Tolls & Surcharges

Rhode Island imposes a 7% sales tax on all trips that both originate and end in the state.
A $3 surcharge is added to all trips from T.F. Green Airport.

Sample Vehicles

Honda Accord
Toyota Camry

Uber Green

Starts at

$5.83

Emission-free, affordable, everyday ride

Starts at

$5.83

Emission-free, affordable, everyday ride

Economy

Seats 3

Uber Green Popular Routes from Johnston, RI

Route	Fare Estimate^*
Johnston to Theodore Francis Green State Airport	$19-$24
Johnston to Quonset State Airport	$30-$41
Johnston to Norwood Memorial Airport	$50-$59
Johnston to Harmony	$19-$21
Johnston to Central Falls	$22-$25
Johnston to Lincoln	$24-$26
Johnston to Boston	$65-$71

^*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand

Uber Green Rate Table for Johnston, RI

Service	Price
Safe Ride Fee	$2.65
Minimum Fare	$5.83
Base Fare	$1.16
Cancellation Fee	$5.75
Cost Per Mile	$0.91
Cost Per Minute	$0.18

Disclaimers, Tolls & Surcharges

Rhode Island imposes a 7% sales tax on all trips that both originate and end in the state.
A $3 surcharge is added to all trips from T.F. Green Airport.

Sample Vehicles

Toyota Prius
Chevy Bolt

Uber Pet

Starts at

$5.83

Economy Personal Ride

Starts at

$5.83

Economy Personal Ride

Economy

Door to Door Service

Seats 4

Uber Pet Popular Routes from Johnston, RI

Route	Fare Estimate^*
Johnston to Theodore Francis Green State Airport	$22-$31
Johnston to Quonset State Airport	$36-$48
Johnston to Norwood Memorial Airport	$49-$69
Johnston to Harmony	$26-$28
Johnston to Central Falls	$29-$32
Johnston to Lincoln	$30-$33
Johnston to Boston	$70-$77

^*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand

Uber Pet Rate Table for Johnston, RI

Service	Price
Safe Ride Fee	$2.65
Minimum Fare	$5.83
Base Fare	$1.16
Cancellation Fee	$5.75
Cost Per Mile	$0.91
Cost Per Minute	$0.18

About Uber Pet

Up to one pet permitted, dog or cat
Additional pets permitted at driver discretion
No breed or size restrictions
Pets must be leashed, harnessed, or in a crate/carrier
Pet waste, shedding, damage, or other mess may be subject to cleaning fee
2 minute wait time
Door-to-door pickup and drop-off
Accommodates up to 4 riders per request, no additional fee for extra riders
Typical vehicles are mid-size sedans
You may bring luggage, but consider a larger vehicle option if needed

Disclaimers, Tolls & Surcharges

Rhode Island imposes a 7% sales tax on all trips that both originate and end in the state.
A $3 surcharge is added to all trips from T.F. Green Airport.

Sample Vehicles

Honda Accord
Toyota Camry

Lyft XL

Starts at

$6.00

Economy Cars for Large Groups

Starts at

$6.00

Economy Cars for Large Groups

Extra Spacious

Economy

Extra Trunk Space

Door to Door Service

Seats 6

Lyft XL Popular Routes from Johnston, RI

Route	Fare Estimate^*
Johnston to Theodore Francis Green State Airport	$24-$70
Johnston to Quonset State Airport	$40-$140
Johnston to Norwood Memorial Airport	$70-$220
Johnston to Harmony	$24-$28
Johnston to Lincoln	$31-$36
Johnston to Central Falls	$32-$37
Johnston to Boston	$99-$112

^*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand

Lyft XL Rate Table for Johnston, RI

Service	Price
Minimum Fare	$6.00
Base Fare	$3.00
Cancellation Fee	$5.00
Cost Per Mile	$1.50
Cost Per Minute	$0.25

About Lyft XL

Economy private rides with more space
Door-to-door pickup and drop-off
Accommodates up to 6 riders per request, no additional fee for extra riders
Typical vehicles are large SUVs or minivans
Recommended for passengers with luggage or when extra trunk space is needed
3 row seating
5 minute wait time
The Uber equivalent is Uber XL

Disclaimers, Tolls & Surcharges

Flights departing from PVD airport may have a five-dollar surcharge.
In addition to the base fare, other charges such as tolls or driver bonuses may apply.

Sample Vehicles

Dodge Caravan
Honda Pilot

UberXL

Starts at

$8.80

Low Cost Ride for Large Groups

Starts at

$8.80

Low Cost Ride for Large Groups

Extra Spacious

Economy

Extra Trunk Space

Door to Door Service

Seats 6

UberXL Popular Routes from Johnston, RI

Route	Fare Estimate^*
Johnston to Theodore Francis Green State Airport	$26-$41
Johnston to Quonset State Airport	$49-$67
Johnston to Norwood Memorial Airport	$74-$109
Johnston to Harmony	$29-$32
Johnston to Central Falls	$35-$39
Johnston to Lincoln	$38-$42
Johnston to Boston	$102-$113

^*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand

UberXL Rate Table for Johnston, RI

Service	Price
Safe Ride Fee	$2.80
Minimum Fare	$8.80
Base Fare	$3.00
Cancellation Fee	$5.00
Cost Per Mile	$1.56
Cost Per Minute	$0.25

About UberXL

Economy private rides with more space
2 minute wait time
Door-to-door pickup and drop-off
Accommodates up to 6 riders per request, no additional fee for extra riders
Typical vehicles are minivans and large SUVs
Recommended for passengers with luggage or when extra trunk space is needed
The Lyft equivalent is Lyft XL

Disclaimers, Tolls & Surcharges

Rhode Island imposes a 7% sales tax on all trips that both originate and end in the state.
A $3 surcharge is added to all trips from T.F. Green Airport.

Sample Vehicles

Dodge Grand Caravan
Honda Pilot

Uber Comfort

Starts at

$9.70

Extra Leg Room Vehicle

Starts at

$9.70

Extra Leg Room Vehicle

Extra Spacious

Door to Door Service

Seats 4

Uber Comfort Popular Routes from Johnston, RI

Route	Fare Estimate^*
Johnston to Theodore Francis Green State Airport	$20-$30
Johnston to Quonset State Airport	$36-$49
Johnston to Norwood Memorial Airport	$55-$79
Johnston to Harmony	$22-$24
Johnston to Central Falls	$26-$29
Johnston to Lincoln	$28-$31
Johnston to Boston	$75-$83

^*Actual rates depend on the time of day, traffic conditions, and demand

Uber Comfort Rate Table for Johnston, RI

Service	Price
Safe Ride Fee	$3.45
Minimum Fare	$9.70
Base Fare	$1.75
Cancellation Fee	$5.00
Cost Per Mile	$1.04
Cost Per Minute	$0.25

About Uber Comfort

Newer mid-size vehicles with extra leg room
Door-to-door pickup and drop-off
2 minute wait time
Accommodates up to 4 riders per request, no additional fee for extra riders
Typical vehicles are full-size luxury sedans
Top-rated drivers with a feedback rating of 4.85 or higher
Ability to request a quiet ride and set preferred temperature
The Lyft equivalent is Lyft Lux

Disclaimers, Tolls & Surcharges

Rhode Island imposes a 7% sales tax on all trips that both originate and end in the state.
A $3 surcharge is added to all trips from T.F. Green Airport.

Sample Vehicles

Chevy Tahoe
Honda Odyssey

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Price Trends in Johnston

Average Fare Estimate

(Within City Limits)The cheapest service in Johnston is Lyft, which is 15.00% cheaper than Uber, on average. Data is based on a large sample of fare estimates within Johnston.

Estimated Airport Fares

(From City Center)The cheapest trip from the center of Johnston to a nearby airport is Lyft to Theodore Francis Green State Airport at an average of $22.00

Average Uber Fare By Service

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FAQs

Is there Uber in Johnston, RI?

Uber is available and running in Johnston, RI. There are 5 levels of Uber service in Johnston, RI, which are Comfort, Uber Green, Uber Pet, UberX and UberXL.

Is there Lyft in Johnston, RI?

Lyft is available and running in Johnston, RI. There are 2 levels of Lyft service in Johnston, RI, which are Plus and Standard.

Is Uber or Lyft cheaper in Johnston, RI?

Assume you are taking a ride in Johnston, RI to Theodore Francis Green State Airport, which is 8.33 miles and takes 24 minutes. Lyft standard would be more expensive than UberX. The estimated cost of the Lyft ride is $15.69 compared to an estimated $13.06 with UberX. The cost of the Lyft ride is 16% more. The minimum fare for Uber in Johnston is $5.83, and the minimum fare for Lyft in Johnston is $3.13.

How much does Uber and Lyft cost per mile in Johnston, RI?

The cost per mile for Lyft Standard is $0.87. The cost per mile for UberX is $0.91. The cost per mile for Uber Green is $0.91. The cost per mile for Uber Pet is $0.91. The cost per mile for Uber Comfort is $1.04. The cost per mile for Lyft Plus is $1.50. The cost per mile for UberXL is $1.56.

Is Uber or Lyft better in Johnston, RI?

Both Uber and Lyft are very similar in Johnston and in many cases indistinguishable from each other. Uber has more services than Lyft in Johnston, RI, with a total of 5 compared to the 2 offered by Lyft.

Is Uber or Lyft safe in Johnston, RI?

While there certainly are risks to riding in a vehicle driven by a stranger, the vast majority of Uber and Lyft rides in Johnston are safe. Both Uber and Lyft perform criminal background checks on drivers and have minimum requirements for vehicles. Both services utilize technology to determine if vehicles are driving off course, and allow you to share your ride location in real-time with a friend or family member. Both services have features within the app to immediately request help and will notify police in the Johnston area if necessary.

Is Uber or Lyft legal in Johnston, RI?

Uber and Lyft are currently not illegal in Johnston, RI.

Do you tip Uber or Lyft drivers in Johnston, RI?

Tipping is optional. Consider that most drivers in the Johnston area are earning a modest income from driving, and margins continue to shrink when the cost of gas, insurance, parts, and vehicles increases in price. Tip drivers that provide a level of service that meets or exceeds your expectations. Most tips fall within the 10%-20% range of the cost of the trip.

Does Uber or Lyft allow pets in Johnston, RI?

Uber Pet is available in Johnston, RI, which is a pet-friendly ride service for an additional fee. For other service options in Johnston, RI, drivers are allowed to refuse riders that include non-service dogs or cats. Service dogs are always permitted to ride with owners. For more information read the full FAQ.

Does Uber or Lyft have car seats in Johnston, RI?

Uber Car Seat is currently unavailable in Johnston, RI. Lyft does not have a car seat option in Johnston, RI. For more information read the full FAQ.

How can I contact Uber support in Johnston, RI?

Uber does not offer phone support for riders in Johnston, RI. Only drivers can contact the Uber helpline at (800) 593-7069. For emergencies, contact 800-353-UBER. You can also click on 'help' within the app to send a message, or by filling out the contact form at https://help.uber.com.

How can I contact Lyft support in Johnston, RI?

Lyft does not offer phone support for riders in Johnston, RI. Only drivers can contact Lyft 24/7, by clicking on the phone icon within the driver app or dialing (888) 981-5226. Riders may contact Lyft by clicking help within the app, or by filling out the contact form at https://help.lyft.com.

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Cities Near Johnston

For those looking to explore, learn more about the cities nearest to Johnston here, including sights to see, popular destinations, and city information. Once you know where to go, you can also view fare estimates, rates, and transportation options to find out how to get there.

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Airports Near Johnston

Need a ride to or from the airport? Compare costs for rideshare and taxis in these Johnston area airports below! You can also see FAQs and, for arrivals here, some popular routes to travel once you touch down.

General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport

Bradley International Airport

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Popular Johnston Routes

If you’re trying to choose locations to visit nearby, check out these routes and cities to visit around Johnston. There’s a range of prices for every service, so you can make sure to choose the cheapest option, as well as some basic information about the trip like the distance and duration of the ride.

Johnston to Providence, RI

Johnston to Worcester, MA

Johnston to Norwich, CT

Johnston to Boston, MA

Johnston to Springfield, MA

Johnston to Hartford, CT

Johnston to Barnstable, MA

Johnston to Nashua, NH

Johnston to New Haven, CT

Johnston to Bridgeport, CT

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Johnston Neighborhoods

To really get a feel for Johnston’s flavor, try experiencing a new neighborhood—you never know what you might find with attractions like art, natural beauty, or local history and culture, as well as built tourist attractions like zoos or theme parks.

Allendale Ave

Anglewood Ave

Graniteville

Greenville Ave

Hartford Ave/Killingly

Johnston

Killingly and Hartford

Killingly/Hartford

Loxley Dr

Pine Hill Ave

Plainfiled Pike

Pocasset Mill

Scenery Lane

Simmonsville

Smithfield and Places

Westbound Estates

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Johnston Landmarks

Both too many and too few options can make trip planning hard! If you’re struggling with things to do or places to go, here’s a list of popular destinations in Johnston based on ride pick-up and drop-offs.

Rhode Island State House

City of Providence

Providence River Pedestrian Bridge

Providence City Hall

Korean War Memorial of Rhode Island

Arnold House

Smith-Appleby House

9-11 Rhode Island Wall of Hope

Annmary Brown Memorial

Ambrose Burnside Monument

Rhode Island World War II Memorial

Providence River Pedestrian Bridge

The Shunned House

Burning of British Taxed Tea Marker

Providence World War I Memorial

Gun Totem

H.P. Lovecraft Memorial Square

Spanish-American War Memorial

Wedding Cake House

Soldiers and Sailors Monument

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Johnston Stats

Johnston, Rhode Island is an incorporated American town in Providence County. Johnston is in the America/New_York time zone. The population of Johnston is 29,307. The population density is 481 people per square mile. The median age is 43.8. The percentage of females in Johnston is 52.4%, and the percentage of males is 47.6% The average home value is $231,976. The median household income is $65,125. The median rent is $1,004. The home ownership rate is 67%. The average family size is 3.3 people. The percentage of the population that is married is 45.1%. The unemployment rate in is 6%. The percentage of the population that is working or looking for work is 65.2%. The percentage of the population that is college educated or above is 23.8%. The racial composition of Johnston is: 90.5% Caucasion, 1.9% African American, 3.2% Asian, 0.1% Native American, 2.2% Multiracial, 2.1% Other.

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Ridesharing and Taxis in Johnston

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