Rideshare regulars know the story: what costs $8 today might set you back $24 tomorrow. It's a bit like rolling dice—except with your commute money. For the 35 percent of Lyft riders who rely on the app to get to work every day, that unpredictability is a real pain point. But the company just announced a new program that will be a game-changer for commuters.
For just $2.99 a month, you can lock in a set fare and avoid those unwelcome surprises during peak hours. With Lyft’s new Price Lock program, you can save up to $40 a month without constantly checking for surge pricing.
With Price Lock, the price for rides you regularly take stays locked, but if a ride happens to cost less than your set fare, you’ll pay the lower amount—it’s a win-win.
The price is set based on the current rate when you activate the pass and stays protected for a one-hour window of your choice. Each pass covers a single route, but you can set up to 10 routes. Maxing out those passes could set you back $360 a year, but for die-hard commuters, that predictability could be priceless. When you cap fares for your regular routes, you’ll know exactly what your max price is, making budgeting a breeze.
Just look for Price Lock in the menu, and you’re good to go. Manage, modify or cancel your passes easily.