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Is Cabify or Uber better in Spain?

Cabify – the best Uber alternative in Spain Operating much like Uber, Cabify is one of the most commonly used alternatives to Uber in Spain. Cabify is available in Alicante, A Coruña, Barcelona, Benidorm, Madrid, Málaga, Marbella, Murcia, Santander, Seville, Valencia, and Zaragoza.



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Cabify charges per kilometer of the optimal route. This means that it optimizes the distance between two points so the passenger is paying for the most direct route regardless of the actual route chosen by the driver. Uber, in comparison, charges according to minutes and kilometers spent inside the vehicles.

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Cabify – the best Uber alternative in Spain It operates much like Uber, with a similar interface and pick-up system that displays the upfront cost prior to booking. In addition to the Cabify Classic, you can hail luxury and tailored rides including Cabify ASAP, Cabify Plus, Cabify Group, and Cabify Kids.

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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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If you're using a Spanish rideshare service (like Cabify and BlaBlaCar), tipping is not required. But if you receive especially good service, you can leave a tip in the app afterward.

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Train: Train travel is a popular way to get around. It is really convenient, though service is very limited on the main line, the Spanish Speed Train (AVE), running only from Catalonia to Andalusia and crossing over Madrid. The AVE is more expensive than other train options, though all are affordable for most students.

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You can go up the side ramps. Once you are in the departure area, go outside through any of the doors. There you will find your Cabify in the waiting area. If you want, you can call your driver to specify the exact pick-up point in the waiting area.

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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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In a Cabify, you'll pay an upfront price that won't change if you hit traffic. With a taxi, you'll see the estimated price range and then pay depending on the taximeter.

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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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With Cabify, the easiest way to pay is electronically, via the app. Just add a payment method to your account and from then on, you'll be charged automatically at the end of the journey.

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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.

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Uber journeys from Barcelona airport to the city centre cost between €27 and €35 on average, making them more inexpensive than taxis. However, even if you save money, it won't be a significant amount.

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The metro, tram, funicular, and FGC (Ferrocarrils de la Generalitat) are generally the quickest and most convenient ways of getting around BCN. With simple and affordable tickets and travel cards available, this is the best option for price and practicality.

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  1. ?Free Now (mytaxi) - Telephone: +34 902 050 570.
  2. Join Up Taxi - Telephone: +34 915 331 464.
  3. Tele Taxi - Telephone: +34 913 712 131.
  4. pidetaxi - Telephone: +34 915 478 200.
  5. TxMAD - Telephone: +34 914 04 33 24.


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