About
Lyft is a ride-sharing app that lets you book rides by entering your destination and seeing the route and cost upfront. Choose from multiple ride types including Wait & Save for lower fares, Priority Pickup for faster service, Lyft XL, Lyft Lux, Bikes & Scooters, Transit for public transportation routes, or Rentals. The app is designed for catching flights, commuting to work, going out, or running errands, with ride types and availability varying by region.
Highlights
- Upfront pricing: see route and ride cost before booking
- Multiple ride types: Wait & Save, Priority Pickup, XL, Lux, Bikes & Scooters, Transit, and Rentals
- Wait & Save option for lower fares
- Priority Pickup for faster service
- Public transit route finder
Best for
Commuters, travelers catching flights, people running errands, and anyone needing flexible transportation options from budget-friendly to premium ride types.
At a glance
Lyft is rated 4.9 out of 5 from 12,285,266 ratings and is available on iOS and Android — all free to download.
It is developed by Lyft, Inc..
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Lyft free?
- Yes — Lyft is free to download on iOS and Android.
- What platforms is Lyft available on?
- Lyft is available on iOS and Android.
- What is Lyft?
- Lyft is a ride-sharing app that lets you book rides by entering your destination, viewing the route and cost upfront, and choosing from multiple ride types including standard rides, XL, Lux, Bikes & Scooters, public transit, and rentals.
- What ride types does Lyft offer?
- Lyft offers Wait & Save for lower fares, Priority Pickup for faster service, Lyft XL, Lyft Lux, Bikes & Scooters, Transit for public transportation routes, and Rentals. Available ride types vary by region.
- What are the alternatives to Lyft?
- Lyft is similar to Speedometer: Driving Tracker, Citymapper: All Live Transit, GasBuddy: Find & Pay for Gas, and Google Maps. Browse related apps by tag: navigation.
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