How to Schedule an Uber for Later
Open the Uber app., Tap the "Where To?", Type in a destination., Tap the square button to the right of Request Uber., Scroll to choose your date and time.,Tap Confirm Pickup Time., Select an Uber service., Confirm your payment option., Tap Request...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Open the Uber app.
Before using "Schedule a Ride," you'll need to register your device to try it. "Schedule a Ride" is a new feature that is not yet available in every city.
Make sure you have the latest version of Uber downloaded from the App Store. -
Step 2: Tap the "Where To?"
field.
It's in the middle of the screen., If your pick-up location is different than your current location, you'll need to alter the "Current Location" field as well., It resembles a car with a clock next to it.
If you don't see this option, scheduled rides aren't available in your area. , Use your finger to scroll up or down on the date and time menus.
Your pickup time is estimated within a 15 minute window of the time you designate. ,, Your options vary by location, but will include some or all of the following packages:
UberX
- The most affordable option for groups of up to four.
UberXL
- A larger, more expensive Uber for groups of up to six.
UberSELECT
- A more luxurious (and appropriately more expensive) option.
UberBLACK
- An expensive, high-end luxury service.
UberSUV
- A higher-end version of UberXL for parties of up to seven.
UberACCESS
- Comprises two separate services for disabled riders:
UberWAV (wheelchair-accessible vehicles) and UberASSIST (vehicles with specially-trained staff to help elderly or mobility-impaired riders).
You cannot schedule an UberPOOL in advance. , You should see your default payment option (e.g., PayPal) listed below the Uber options.
To change this option, tap it and then tap Add Payment Method.
You can add promotional codes and credit/debit cards here. , Your ride is now scheduled.
You'll receive a confirmation text from Uber 24 hours before your ride is scheduled to meet you. -
Step 3: Type in a destination.
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Step 4: Tap the square button to the right of Request Uber.
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Step 5: Scroll to choose your date and time.
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Step 6: Tap Confirm Pickup Time.
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Step 7: Select an Uber service.
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Step 8: Confirm your payment option.
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Step 9: Tap Request Uber.
Detailed Guide
Before using "Schedule a Ride," you'll need to register your device to try it. "Schedule a Ride" is a new feature that is not yet available in every city.
Make sure you have the latest version of Uber downloaded from the App Store.
field.
It's in the middle of the screen., If your pick-up location is different than your current location, you'll need to alter the "Current Location" field as well., It resembles a car with a clock next to it.
If you don't see this option, scheduled rides aren't available in your area. , Use your finger to scroll up or down on the date and time menus.
Your pickup time is estimated within a 15 minute window of the time you designate. ,, Your options vary by location, but will include some or all of the following packages:
UberX
- The most affordable option for groups of up to four.
UberXL
- A larger, more expensive Uber for groups of up to six.
UberSELECT
- A more luxurious (and appropriately more expensive) option.
UberBLACK
- An expensive, high-end luxury service.
UberSUV
- A higher-end version of UberXL for parties of up to seven.
UberACCESS
- Comprises two separate services for disabled riders:
UberWAV (wheelchair-accessible vehicles) and UberASSIST (vehicles with specially-trained staff to help elderly or mobility-impaired riders).
You cannot schedule an UberPOOL in advance. , You should see your default payment option (e.g., PayPal) listed below the Uber options.
To change this option, tap it and then tap Add Payment Method.
You can add promotional codes and credit/debit cards here. , Your ride is now scheduled.
You'll receive a confirmation text from Uber 24 hours before your ride is scheduled to meet you.
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