About one-third of Sydney residents are now using the ride-sharing service Uber, but there has been no drop in business for the city's taxis, a survey shows. Instead, Uber appears to be capitalising on increasing amount of trips taken in Sydney using so-called point-to-point transport.

Uber is exceptionally popular and deeply integrated into the daily life of Sydney, Australia. It is often the preferred mode of transport for locals and tourists alike who want to avoid the high costs of city parking or the occasional delays of the suburban rail network. In Sydney, Uber offers a full range of services, including UberX, Uber XL (for groups), and the premium Uber Premier. For 2026, Uber has also integrated "Uber Boat" options for specific harbor events. At Sydney Airport (SYD), there is a dedicated "Priority Pick-up" area specifically for rideshare services at both the International and Domestic terminals, making arrivals very seamless. While traditional "Taxis" are still widely available and can be hailed at the curb, Uber's upfront pricing and app-based tracking make it the de facto standard for navigating the city's sprawling Eastern Suburbs and Inner West. The service is reliable 24/7, though surge pricing can be significant during peak commute hours or after major events at the Sydney Opera House.