In South Africa, Uber has launched a new booking tool that allows users to schedule and reserve Uber Black journeys up to a month in advance. Uber Reserve is now accessible via the company’s mobile app.
Is it cheaper to book an Uber ahead of time?
There are no fees for booking Uber and Lyft rides ahead of time. As “scheduling” a ride effectively just schedules the outbound requests to the drivers to a time you select, the fares are expected to be the same by default. The fares should be calculated in the same way as any other ride.
Does booking an Uber ensure a price?
When you schedule them ahead of time, it does not guarantee your fare. Scheduled Rides from Uber are priced the same as any other Uber ride and are determined at the moment the ride is scheduled.
How do I find out if my scheduled Uber journey has been confirmed?
How do I Confirm my Uber Booking? Within the app, you can access the Scheduled ride icon at any moment between making the reservation and the scheduled ride time. The app will display the travel details and allow you to make modifications by tapping.
What is the distinction between Uber reserve and Uber schedule?
Rides can be reserved up to 30 days in advance, but no later than two hours before the planned pickup time. Unlike in the past, customers who use Reserve will be matched with a driver two hours before their pickup and given an upfront fare.
Does booking an Uber guarantee a price?
When you arrange at least an hour in advance, the price of your journey is locked in and you are not subject to dynamic pricing. The pricing you see before requesting a ride includes reservation costs.
