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How do Bolt taxis work?

Requesting a ride with the Bolt app is simple. Choose your destination, add extra stops if needed, select the preferred category then confirm your request. To make sure your location is accurate, check the green pin on the map and move it if needed.



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In terms of pricing, Bolt is generally cheaper than Uber, but the rates can vary depending on the city and the time of day. Furthermore, both Uber and Bolt have options available to send packages, which is more convenient (and often cheaper) than delivering an item yourself.

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Bolt trip prices are set using the following parameters: Base fare — this is the fare without any other variables included; Distance rate — this takes the trip distance into account and is calculated per kilometre; Time rate — this includes the time taken and is recorded per minute.

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Rides can be reserved by tapping the Reserve a ride icon on the home screen and entering your desired ride details - pickup time and location, and destination.

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How I can get more Free Rides with Bolt? This is actually super simpler — share your promotional code with friends, family and other people. Once they use your code — you get a Free Ride.

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You can reserve a ride from 30 minutes to 3 days before your expected pick-up time. After reserving the trip, go to My Rides > Upcoming rides to confirm its details or cancel. Please note that you may be charged a cancellation fee.

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1.2 When using the Bolt app, the user can choose whether he/she wishes to pay in cash or via in-App payment for the transportation service to the driver. Once a payment option has been selected, the user cannot change this.

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Bolt's main advantage is the lower fees and commissions. The company charges 15 per cent commissions to its drivers – almost half compared to Uber – which means riders can also benefit from cheaper fares.

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A trip price is calculated based on: Base fare: the price for pickup. Minute rate (if Bolt pricing is chosen): time from start to end of a trip. Distance rate: distance of the route covered.

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24/7 Airport Transfers | Bolt. Get a ride in minutes!

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Use your smartphone to order a ride, get picked up by a nearby driver, and enjoy a low-cost trip to your destination. Why choose Bolt? Get a comfortable, low-cost ride. Fast arrival times, 24/7.

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