You can now buy prepaid passes for your Uber rides

**You Can Now Buy Prepaid Passes for Your Uber Rides**

*By Dwaipayan Roy | Sep 23, 2025, 08:02 PM*

Uber has introduced a new feature designed to help customers save money on their frequently traveled routes: prepaid passes. These passes are available in bundles of five, 10, 15, or 20 rides, offered at discounted prices. Depending on the number of rides purchased in advance, discounts range from 5% to as much as 20%.

**Marketing Approach and Savings**

Uber plans to promote these prepaid passes by comparing the cost of a single ride to that of a bulk purchase. For instance, a ride from Lower Manhattan to Midtown in New York may typically cost around $19 but surge pricing can push it up to $30. Customers who buy prepaid passes in bulk can avoid paying these higher surge prices, making it a more cost-effective option.

**How Do Prepaid Passes Work?**

When purchasing prepaid passes, customers select a one-hour request window—typically the time during which they frequently book their rides. Uber then displays a countdown indicating how many passes remain, helping users keep track of their prepaid rides. This feature has been launched in 75 cities across the US, including Baltimore, Chicago, Denver, Kansas City, and Los Angeles, among others.

**Expansion of the Price-Lock Feature**

In addition to prepaid passes, Uber is expanding its price-lock feature to all major US cities and Brazil. For a monthly fee of $2.99, customers can lock in prices for up to 10 specific routes. If the actual fare at the time of booking is lower than the locked price, customers will pay the lower fare. Originally offered only in select cities, the price-lock feature is now widely available, providing riders with more predictable and affordable fares.

Uber’s prepaid passes and expanded price-lock options offer customers greater convenience and savings, making daily commutes and regular travel more budget-friendly than ever before.
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