Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal are by far the best places to choose Uber over a taxi, with customers saving 50, 44 and 41 per cent respectively compared to a cab fare for the same trip.

In Montreal, the price difference between Uber and a traditional taxi is often negligible due to strict local regulations that have harmonized the two industries. Since 2020, taxi fares and Uber pricing in Quebec have moved closer together, with Uber utilizing a "variable" or "surge" pricing model that can actually make it more expensive than a taxi during peak hours, snowstorms, or high-demand events like the Grand Prix. During quiet periods, Uber might offer a slight discount, but taxis in Montreal have the advantage of being able to use the city's extensive "Taxi Lanes," allowing them to bypass traffic more effectively than standard Uber vehicles. Additionally, Montreal taxis can be hailed on the street or through the "Bonjour" app, providing fixed-rate transparency in many cases. In 2026, most locals recommend checking the Uber app for a quote but keeping an eye out for a taxi if you are in a high-traffic area, as the speed of a taxi in the priority lanes often outweighs any minor cost savings provided by a ride-sharing service.