Availability of Uber/Lyfts to Boston?

Submitted by fleeingflying t3_10ljv6l in providence

Has anyone taken Uber/Lyft from Providence to Boston recently? Are there generally drivers available and willing to do this route on a weekday afternoon? I've seen some threads on this but most are from pre-Covid or lockdown times, so I thought I'd ask again.

I'm definitely not looking at Uber/Lyft as a first choice since it's expensive. My plan's to take the commuter rail or Amtrak. But I'm travelling for something time-sensitive, so I want a back-up option in case there is a train disruption.

Thanks!

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n0m_chompsky t1_j5xg8j6 wrote

I got a Lyft from Providence to Logan at like 3:30am, so I think you'll be able to find a driver in mid-afternoon. It was pretty expensive though at around $100. Depending on what time you need to be there you can also check out the Peter Pan bus line (~$25 each way). They go directly to the airport from their Providence bus depot but it doesn't run super frequently.

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thebigbluebug t1_j5xe3le wrote

I've taken a Lyft from pvd to Logan once. Be aware that it's likely be hideously expensive, like $100-$200, which wouldn't be fun to learn if you need one as an emergency backstop. Depending on what exactly you're doing, it might be more cost-effective to rent a car for 1 or 2 days and just park it.

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huh_phd t1_j5z1h9t wrote

You can take the commuter rail for like $12

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Dinosquid t1_j5xmarx wrote

You can schedule a pick up ahead of time, I took a Lyft from Providence to Logan a couple months ago during rush hour and had no problem. Cost like $85 I think.

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amuch2 t1_j5yw439 wrote

Yep - was gonna comment this as well. When I am going to Logan I schedule my ride ahead of time. I've seen the price vary from $64 - $180 though so it's a big range depending on the time & demand for drivers.

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CaroKannyeWest t1_j5xlole wrote

They are available but don't always love making that trip. I've done it 4 or 5 times, usually for Sox games or meeting with friends.

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MonicaPVD t1_j5y634r wrote

I have taken Uber to Logan many times. Mostly around $75, occasionally around $100. One time, I took one from Logan back here that cost $200, just a few dollars less than the flight I had just taken. But it was past midnight and I just wanted to get home.

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nygrl811 t1_j5z0hwh wrote

Honestly between the Commuter Rail and Amtrak (Northeast Corridor and Acella trains), unless we have 3 feet of snow you should be alright. Especially heading towards Boston on the Commuter Rail.

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timberlinerecordings t1_j5zvvke wrote

Agreed. But timing is important. I often have pre 6:30 am flights out of Logan, or arrive around midnight. Then it doesn't work.

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theovertalker t1_j5xpwy9 wrote

I just took Lyft to Logan on Monday and returned tonight. Was about $75 plus tip. I generally give a 10% tip and some cash as well.

Both drivers said they pick up rides along the way back.

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_DataVenia t1_j6139ai wrote

It's a lot easier for MA based Lyft/Uber drivers to pick up riders on the way back. RI based drivers usually won't be able to pick up passengers until they reach the RI border. I actually stopped taking rideshares to Logan because I feel terrible for how inconvenient it is to the driver. Depending on the time of day, they may be stuck driving for 90 minutes back to RI without earning a dime.

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pizzaplantboi t1_j5zw9c9 wrote

Scheduling is the best way so you know they won’t cancel on you.

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Mountain_Bill5743 t1_j663kbq wrote

It's important to note that scheduled ubers still can cancel and there are some horror stories out there-- their TOS guarantees nothing. The only guarantee that OP will get there in time would be to spend that $150 on a hotel room near the airport/shuttle if this flight is really that important.

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jconti1233 t1_j64j4eo wrote

peter pan bus fills in some gaps to the train tables.

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Dipping_Gravy t1_j64ky20 wrote

You could rent a uhaul pick up or small van ahead of time. It’s 20 bucks a day plus 99 cents a mile. As long as you don’t put a ton of miles on it, it is cheaper than Uber.

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deadgothgirl420 t1_j66etnh wrote

Not Boston, but I ubered to Worcester a few months back. It was like $60 there and $80 back

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Molecular_Pizza t1_j5xpm9u wrote

Last time I checked, Uber was not available in PVD. Just Lyft.

I also haven’t used a ridesharing app in over a year, so maybe service has changed since.

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SideBarParty t1_j5ycnel wrote

When did you check last?

I've been using Uber in Providence for 5+ years.

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