How to use Uber in Spain?

Uber in Spain operates in exactly the same way that it does in every country. Therefore, if you already have the app downloaded and an active account – away you go. However, if you haven't used the platform yet you will need to download the app from your app store (find it for Android here and Apple here).



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In Short: Uber's service in Barcelona is spotty at best due to its ambiguous legality. Better to use taxis in Barcelona, they are plentiful, efficient, and cheap. Thank you SO MUCH Scudder, Enric and Carlos.

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UberESPAÑOL Has Arrived!
  1. Open the “Promotions” section in your app and enter the code ESPANOLTX.
  2. Toggle over to uberX in the vehicle menu.
  3. Select the ESPAÑOL option and request a ride.


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Uber in Spain operates in exactly the same way that it does in every country. Therefore, if you already have the app downloaded and an active account – away you go.

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PideTaxi is the official app to request a taxi in Spain with official rates.

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HOW IT WORKS: Open the “Promotions” section in your app and enter the code ESPANOLTX. Toggle over to uberX in the vehicle menu. Select the ESPAÑOL option and request a ride.

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You must provide a mobile phone number that can receive text messages in the country you are in. Uber will text you a confirmation code, and you will need access to that text to complete the sign-up. If you only have data service in your current location, you may buy a cheap prepaid phone.

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In Madrid and Barcelona, we checked the Uber prices, and they were as much or more than the regular taxi.

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Uber said Thursday that it would suspend its service in Barcelona. It follows a ruling from the regional Catalan government that there has to be a 15-minute delay between a passenger booking a call and being picked up. This naturally dents one of the major commercial advantages of ride-hailing apps: speed.

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Tipping in Spain works differently: The customer actually has the option to not leave any tip at all. However, restaurants expect a 10% tip on each bill—although it's not a formal rule, and that percentage is much lower than tipping practices in other countries.

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Get around with ease on Spain's train network The best and fastest way to travel long distances in Spain is by taking the AVE (Alta Velocidad Española), which uses Madrid as its principal terminal and travels to many of the country's principal cities. AVE trains are comfortable, efficient and incredibly fast.

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Wanting advice on car services. From what I can see there is no Lyft in Spain. Appears to be Uber but only in Madrid and not Barcelona.

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Uber charges from €15 to €29 for the transfer from Madrid's Barajas international airport and the city centre, depending on the vehicle used. Standard taxi fares for the same trip are fixed at €30. Uber also offers a discount of 50 per cent on travel to or from the main train and bus stations.

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And those who preferred not to talk, whatever they're comfortable with was fine with me. I had one rider who, before he got out of my car, said, “thank you for not trying to keep a conversation going, I wasn't in the mood to talk.” So, whatever you're comfortable with, go with it.

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If you have just requested a ride, you can tap the bar with your driver's info at the bottom of the screen and select “Contact”. If you're contacting your driver after a ride about a lost item, you can go to the “Your Trips” section, select the appropriate ride and select “I lost an item” to get in touch with them.

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All vehicles accept payment by credit card and can also be paid in cash (taxi drivers are required to have coins in sufficient quantity to facilitate change to the user up to the amount of 20 euros). It should be noted that some taxis have wifi service available to passengers.

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Cabify's prices and perks Although taxis are pretty cheap and very well regulated in Barcelona, Cabify provides an even cheaper option than the taxi service. Unlike Uber, Cabify charges by distance traveled and the quickest route is always chosen, so the price doesn't change depending on traffic.

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They have a green light that is on when they are free. To hail a taxi all you need to do is raise your hand. There are also several taxi ranks around the city, indicated by a blue sign with a white letter 'T'. Taxis must be taken from the corresponding ranks at railway and bus stations and at the airport.

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All rides are geolocated and we reveal the identity of every driver so you feel safe. You can select a contact to send your location to automatically anytime you request a Cabify ride. With our safety button, you can contact us, call emergency services, or share your ride. We are with you every on every ride!

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