During major events like Outside Lands, ride-hailing prices in San Francisco escalate significantly. Despite efforts to promote alternative transport like biking and discounted Lyft vouchers, many attendees still opt for ride-hailing. Surge pricing peaks after events, with Waymo offering the most competitive rates amidst substantial wait times. For instance, a two-mile ride to Dolores Park varied from $54.37 for Waymo to $95.78 for Lyft, while trips to West Oakland reached nearly $180. The advice is clear: consider alternative transport to avoid steep costs.
Ride-hailing prices surge during major events in San Francisco, with costs sky-high post-events like Outside Lands, prompting advocates for alternative transit options.
This year at 10:15 p.m. as the park was clearing out, Waymo had the best prices by far, with the caveat of wait times of up to 36 minutes.
A two-mile ride from Golden Gate Park to Dolores Park had a Waymo cost of $54.37, with Uber at $69.92 and Lyft at a staggering $95.78.
Traveling across the bridge to West Oakland? Be prepared to spend the equivalent of an airline ticket, with Uber costing $147.94 and Lyft $179.65.
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