Uber vs Lyft vs Taxi

[princessjadesmom]

We want to get to EPCOT from DS as quickly as possible, so we'll be using Uber, Lyft, or a taxi. Any thoughts on which is best to use based on price, reliability, safety, etc? Which would you use?

 

[joelkfla]

Uber & Lyft are about the same. In fact, many drivers drive for both at the same time. The fares are generally within a few cents of each other. There are usually more Uber vehicles available. Some people prefer Lyft because the company has a reputation for treating their drivers better, and they will allow you to add a tip for your driver. You can tip Uber drivers too, but the app doesn't handle it, so it has to be in cash. And there are different promo codes, some giving a free ride up to a certain fare, others giving several dollars discount on a number of rides.

Taxis cost more, often twice as much as Lyft & Uber. A taxi may get you there a few minutes quicker, as there are usually several waiting, whereas you'll usually wait 5-15 minutes for your Lyft/Uber driver. The apps tell you about how long the wait might be before you request the ride.

Also, at DS, taxis pick up at either the West Side or the Marketplace. Lyft & Uber pick up only at the West Side.

 

[princessjadesmom]

Uber & Lyft are about the same. In fact, many drivers drive for both at the same time. The fares are generally within a few cents of each other. There are usually more Uber vehicles available. Some people prefer Lyft because the company has a reputation for treating their drivers better, and they will allow you to add a tip for your driver. You can tip Uber drivers too, but the app doesn't handle it, so it has to be in cash. And there are different promo codes, some giving a free ride up to a certain fare, others giving several dollars discount on a number of rides.

Taxis cost more, often twice as much as Lyft & Uber. A taxi may get you there a few minutes quicker, as there are usually several waiting, whereas you'll usually wait 5-15 minutes for your Lyft/Uber driver. The apps tell you about how long the wait might be before you request the ride.

Also, at DS, taxis pick up at either the West Side or the Marketplace. Lyft & Uber pick up only at the West Side.

Thank you so much for the info!!!

 

[BrownHP800]

You can actually walk from DS to Epcot and enter at the International Gateway. Probably a 20-30 minute walk.

 

[nkereina]

You can actually walk from DS to Epcot and enter at the International Gateway. Probably a 20-30 minute walk.

I assumed DS meant Disney Springs, which you cannot walk to from Epcot.

When you're leaving Epcot, if you exit through the International Gateway, you can walk over to Beach Club and get in a taxi there. There are usually taxis waiting. If there happens to not be a taxi, or you'd prefer to use Uber for the lower fare, you can call an Uber from the Beach Club and it will likely be easier and quicker for them to pick you up there.

 

[joelkfla]

When you're leaving Epcot, ...

OP's trip origination is at DS.

 

[nkereina]

OP's trip origination is at DS.

You're right - read it backwards! lol. Disregard my post

 

[BrownHP800]

Sorry was thinking DS was Disney Studios. (DHS)

I am still having trouble with Disney Springs and not calling it Downtown Disney

 

[Candlelady]

Sorry was thinking DS was Disney Studios. (DHS)

I am still having trouble with Disney Springs and not calling it Downtown Disney

You're not alone. When I read the opening post I thought why on earth would you call for a ride when you can walk or take the boat! Didn't realize it was Disney Springs until the first reply mentioned the Marketplace or West Side.