How to plan your Uber trip in advance

We all love a bit of spontaneity, but did you know that you can also schedule your ride in advance with the Uber app? That’s right, if you’ve got somewhere to be, such as a friend’s birthday or your own graduation day, Uber can get you there – without the last-minute stress. You’ll never have to worry about being the person that’s always late again.

For the important events you never want to miss, discover how to take advantage of the scheduling feature. With the Uber app, you can book your trip within a 15-minute window in Amsterdam and other cities, depending on the availability. If there’s no driver available at your chosen time, we’ll let you know as soon as possible. You can easily plan a trip by tapping on the car icon with the clock, choosing ‘Set Pickup Time’, then confirming the location and fare estimate. Sounds good, right? Here are just a couple of ideas for when you can use this handy feature.

Turning up to a surprise birthday party

Know those surprise parties that never stay a secret? Well, that’s pretty much all of them! Even if you need to feign being surprised, you don’t want to keep your guests waiting in the dark all night. So, if the car won’t start or the train is cancelled, Uber can help you to make your entrance when everyone’s expecting you.

If it’s someone else’s surprise party you’ve been invited to, you can use Uber to get there early and choose the best hiding place. Hint: hiding behind the curtains is always a giveaway!

On your graduation day

Passing your exams or getting your degree is a special moment for mums, dads and grandparents alike – so you don’t want to be late when your name is called to the podium. If your mum has invited the whole family and pretty much anyone you’ve ever met to cheer you on (thanks, mum), why not choose and schedule an UberVAN pickup? With multiple destinations, everyone will be there to see you throw your mortarboard with pride. Though, please remember to put down your champagne first!

For these important moments and those to come, discover how to plan your ride in advance. This handy feature means you’ll have to find another excuse for being late. Sorry about that.