5. Via
Via has a standard, across-the-board fare of $5 per ride. However, Via is a true ride share, so if you’re in a rush, this isn’t your best option because the driver might take a longer route to pick up or drop off other riders. Also, it’s only available in Manhattan below 125th St. during certain hours. It operates between 6 a.m. and midnight on weekdays and 10 a.m. to midnight on weekends (9 p.m. on Sundays). If a rider is going to the airport, the Via will travel outside Manhattan, which makes it a great deal especially if you have a lot of luggage.
Via is starting to make its way into Brooklyn with $2.75 fares for popular, short rides. The positive aspect is that the drivers are paid on an hourly basis instead of being paid per ride. There are about 2,000 vehicles dispatched per day.
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