Is Uber available in the UK?

Looking for Uber locations near you? You can drive with Uber in most regions of the UK, including major cities such as London, Cardiff, Edinburgh and Leeds. . Learn a little more about cities with Uber UK and discover some of the most common trips in each location.



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Uber uses the same app worldwide and charges your US credit card. It works via internet service, not phone, just check with T-Mobile to see if they have coverage or a partner in the UK.

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Bolt. Bolt is the most popular Uber alternative in the UK.

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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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You can drive with Uber in most regions of the UK, including major cities such as London, Cardiff, Edinburgh and Leeds. .

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However, in general, Uber fares in London can be more expensive compared to other modes of transportation such as public transportation or minicabs. The base fare for an UberX, the standard Uber option, in London is £2.50, and the cost per minute is £0.15. The cost per mile is £1.25.

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Uber users at LHR who request rides will be instructed to meet you at the Short Term Car Park located next to their terminal. After parking your car, meet your rider on foot at these locations: Terminal 2 - Level 4, Row H (Short Stay Car Park 2) Terminal 3 - Level 3, Row A (Short Stay Car Park 3)

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UBER | Ubers are a cheap taxi into Central London from Heathrow. Most rides cost around £35-40, but you have to call for a driver once you're outside of arrivals and then wait for 10-15 minutes as they enter the airport and come up through into a parking garage.

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With Uber, you can request a trip 24/7 in London. The hours of operation for taxis in London vary by jurisdiction and taxi operator. Taxis in London typically take credit cards.

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The background checks can only go as far back as the driver has lived in the uk, which for some is not very long. I used Uber hundreds of times when in London and always found it to be safe, reliable and MUCH cheaper than either Black Cabs or Minicabs.

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There isn't a distance limit to how far Uber can take you, but the company has established an eight-hour time limit on trips.

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List of top 8 UBER alternatives in the UK
  • Bolt. Bolt is the most popular Uber alternative in the UK. ...
  • Free Now(Kapten, Hailo) Free Now is the best Uber alternative in the UK. ...
  • BlaBla Car. BlaBla car is another Uber alternative in the UK. ...
  • Gett. Gett is another Uber alternative in the UK. ...
  • OLA. ...
  • Wheely. ...
  • Via. ...
  • Addison Lee.


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“While Bolt is causing a stir, its key differentiator against Uber is lower fees and commissions.

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Bolt is the first European mobility super-app. We're making cities for people, offering better alternatives for every purpose a private car serves — including ride-hailing, shared cars, scooters, and food and grocery delivery.

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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 hackney or hackney carriage (also called a cab, black cab, hack or London taxi) is a carriage or car for hire.

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  • Airports Taxi Transfers. 3,473. Taxis & Shuttles. ...
  • Iberotransfers. 1,859. Taxis & Shuttles. ...
  • Patrick Egwu Transportation. 746. Taxis & Shuttles. ...
  • Cheetah Cars. 1,359. Taxis & Shuttles. ...
  • London-Transfers. 498. Taxis & Shuttles. ...
  • Blackberry Cars. 1,401. Taxis & Shuttles. ...
  • London Minicab Service. 476. Taxis & Shuttles. ...
  • City Airport Taxis. 1,175.


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Whether you're heading from Heathrow Airport to London or London to Heathrow Airport, get where you're going with the Uber app you already know. Request a ride to and from LHR at the tap of a button.

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