Uber runs 24 hours a day; 7 days a week. As far as how early Uber picks up, it's a matter of how many drivers are avaibale at that time. There will be many more available drivers in the afternoon than in the wee hours of the morning. Also, Uber has the option for you to schedule a ride ahead of time also.
Yes, Uber is available 24 hours a day but in smaller markets you may struggle to find a ride in a timely fashion. Also, there are a few considerations you need to think about when utilizing the service during off peak hours.
If you're wondering whether Uber is available at night, you'll be glad to know you can request a ride at any time. So, here's how you can use the Uber app for a safer night out.
Uber is generally considered safe, but it's important to take precautions. Uber conducts background checks on drivers, and users can review driver ratings and feedback. Additionally, Uber offers features like GPS tracking, anonymous pickup/drop-off, and 24/7 support.
Request a ride up to 90 days in advance at any time of the day. Make sure to schedule a Reserve trip more than 90 minutes prior to your departure to access the full benefits of the trip. To schedule a Reserve trip, go to the Uber app on your mobile device and: Select Reserve on the home page in the app.
You should call an Uber driver when you are ready to go, fully packed, and able to be outside on the sidewalk to meet the driver when he arrives. Uber continues to flood the market with more and more drivers, so the time you will wait for the car to arrive will be minimal. No need to call in advance in urban areas.
Ola has always been costlier than Uber, but Ola have more cabs available compared to Uber and I find their maps to be better too. Another problem with Ola is that drivers purposefully cancel / don't accept rides (even on Sundays) which leads to an increase in pricing by artificially boosting demand.