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Piloting estimated earnings per kilometer on trip requests

March 21 / US

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We are piloting the introduction of estimated earnings per active hour on trip requests in a few cities in Chile, Argentina, and Mexico.
When choosing to accept a trip request, drivers consider many factors such as fare, distance, and time. Estimated earnings per kilometer is a simple way to compare trips requests that you receive.
How it works
Starting in April 2025, drivers will begin to see an earnings per kilometer badge on trip requests. This includes both Trip Radar requests and Exclusive requests.
How is estimated earnings per kilometer calculated?
Estimated earnings per kilometer tells you how much you would earn per kilometer during a trip. It’s calculated by:
Starting with the upfront trip fare for the offer
Dividing it by the total estimated distance for the trip:
Driving distance from where you accept the trip to the pickup location.
Driving distance from pickup location to the final destination


Why is this a good way to compare trips?
Estimated earnings per kilometer is a benchmark allowing you to quickly compare trip requests to one another, even if they differ in duration. It only includes the distance spent on a trip—not the distance driven while waiting between rides—which gives you a more consistent way to evaluate different trip requests..
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I see estimated earnings per kilometer in the Driver app?Down Small
Uber is piloting this feature with some drivers in a few select cities. If you're part of the test, you’ll see estimated earnings per kilometer as a badge on trip requests. You will continue to see the upfront trip fare as well.
Do I still get paid per trip?Down Small
Yes. You will continue to be paid on a per trip basis, based on the upfront fare you received on your trip request. If the trip details change substantially, the upfront fare may update. You are not being paid by kilometer - the estimated earnings per kilometer is simply a calculation to help you more easily compare trips. The estimated earnings per kilometer is not a guarantee
How are upfront fares calculated?Down Small
Upfront fares are based on several factors including time to pickup, estimated trip time and mileage, demand in the area, and applicable tools and fees. For more information on Upfront fares go here. 
Where do the estimate for distance to pickup and distance to complete the trip come from?Down Small
Estimated distance to pick up the rider and complete the trip are based on your location when accepting the trip and the rider’s trip request details. . Actuals may vary and will impact the accuracy of the estimated earnings per kilometer figure.