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How much can drivers make with Uber?
The money you make with Uber depends on when, where, and how often you drive. Find out how your fares are calculated and learn about promotions, which can help increase your earnings.
How earnings are calculated
Standard trip fare
Earn a base fare plus amounts for how long and how far you drive. Drivers can see local rates in the Fares section of their partner dashboard.
See partner dashboardSurge
Check the heat map in your app to find out when and where rider demand is high, so you can earn more on top of your standard fare.
See how surge worksOther types of earnings
Earn on long-distance pickups, while waiting for riders, and on minimums for short trips.
Service fee
This fee helps fund things like app development, customer support, and payment processing.
Booking fee
Riders pay a booking fee to help cover safety, regulatory, and operational costs such as insurance.
Cancellations
In most instances, you’ll receive a cancellation fee if a rider cancels a request.
Promotions and how they work
In-app promotions based on where we expect the most ride requests in your area help you plan ahead and set goals to maximize earnings. Not all promotions are available to all drivers. See terms below.*
Reach a set number of trips
Earn extra money if you complete a set number of trips in a certain amount of time when the offer is available.
Example: earn $30 extra for completing 20 trips this week.
Drive during busy times
Get paid extra for trips in certain areas at busy times.
Example: earn an extra $6 for completing 3 trips in a row with the first trip starting downtown between 4pm and 6pm.
Ways to earn smarter
Get ahead with the app
The app has powerful features to help you make the most of your time on the road. From tracking trends to informing you of earning opportunities nearby, the app is your partner on the road.
Plan around meals and commutes
Increase your chances of getting more trips by toggling between Uber and Uber Eats during rush hour and mealtimes.
Get tipped for great service
After every trip, riders can easily tip you directly in the app. You always keep 100% of your tips.
Get paid fast
Your earnings are deposited into your account every week. And with Instant Pay, you can cash out up to 5 times a day.
Learn more about Instant Pay
Saving on driving expenses
Running your own business comes with flexibility and also overhead. Fuel, insurance, and vehicle maintenance might be tax-deductible, and Uber has partnerships to offer discounts that support you.
Learn more about perks
Top questions from drivers
During busy times, surge will appear on the map as red, orange, and yellow. To earn surge, drive to the colored areas, stay online, and accept your next trip.
Surge amounts will be applied once you complete your surge trip.
How surge works
You can see your earning summaries in the app. Tap the fare icon on your map screen, then swipe right and left to see your earnings.
Where to see your earnings
Yes. You decide when and how you want to drive. If you’re looking for a flexible way to earn, driving with Uber may be perfect for you.
When on a trip, the toll amount is charged to riders and automatically added to your fare. You can see your toll reimbursement in the earnings section or trip details inside the app.
Learn more about tolls
Certain requirements and features vary by country, region, and city.
*Uber will inform you when you are eligible for a promotion. Restrictions to promotions apply. Any restrictions and terms will be shared with you in the specific promotion or tool. Uber reserves the right to change or cancel any promotion, including but not limited to the requirements necessary to get such a promotion.
**Information provided on this page is for informational purposes only and does not guarantee earnings. Earnings structures may differ by city. Always check your city specific website for the most accurate details on delivery fares in your city.