The most convenient form of transport is a taxi. It drives up to the entrance, so we do not have to move around the city with things. Faster than a bus or tram will take you to your place. But only one thing saddens - the cost of the trip. Let's think about how you can save on a taxi.
Compare Prices
There is fierce competition among carriers, so one should not be preferred. The best option is to download several applications to your smartphone and, if necessary, compare the offers of each company. The tariff schedule and conditions are different, so you can always choose a more profitable option.
You can demonstrate this with an example. The Kiev route from Glubochitskaya to the Kiev Pechersk Lavra was evaluated differently by different carriers: Taxi Boss requested 99 hryvnias, Uklon - 87, Uber - 74, "Aurora" - 66. There are plenty to choose from, right? The same experiment can be carried out in any city in Russia.
Take your travel time into account
During the day there is a time of reduced and increased demand. It is important to know those who expect a short trip. From Monday to Thursday, you should pay attention to the following hours: from 11:00 to 15:00 and from 23:00 to 7:00. At this time, carriers most often set a minimum tariff.
Increased demand also implies higher prices. On weekdays, these are rush hours: from 8:00 to 10:00 and from 17:00 to 19:00. The tariff increases in the afternoon of Friday, as well as in the evening Saturday time - from 22:00. Companies react vigorously to adverse weather. If the region has fog, rain or heavy snow, the passenger will also have to fork out additionally.
Tariffs may also increase after holding mass events - festivities, holiday processions and football matches.
Choose the route wisely
For most carriers, not only the distance and hours of the order are important, but also the travel time (Uber, TaxiFy). Therefore, savings can begin by identifying the point where the car will pick you up. If, in order to get to the place, he will have to drive a ring or a certain distance, while making a U-turn, it is better to go straight to the point where you can easily leave in a straight line.
Traffic jams should be taken into account, so sometimes the bypass road will cost less than a long stay on the highway. Using smartphone applications, you can independently choose a route and discuss it when ordering a taxi.
Book in advance and leave on time
If you know the time of the trip exactly, it makes sense to book it in advance. Especially if it falls at rush hour. The tariffs applicable at the time of order will be applied to you, which will save a lot. This applies to trips to the airport, train station or from concerts and parties. However, remember that all companies from a certain minute of inactivity begin to turn on the counter. Free waiting - 3-5 minutes. Absolut Taxi is loyal, starting to count the time from the 11th minute. In order to avoid additional expenses, it is important to leave at the place of ordering a taxi on time.
Look for travel companions
Some applications allow Internet users to search for random travel companions, which immediately makes the trip half the price. It is advantageous to look for additional passengers, even if they travel only half the route. When you spend time in the company, you can immediately specify the time and departure options, having cooperated with friends in advance.
Do not use the services of waiting cars
We often see such a picture at airports and near railway station buildings. Unscrupulous drivers count on visitors who are poorly oriented in the city and have not met in advance with the route. They intentionally inflate prices to justify their time of expectation.Once in a foreign region, it’s more profitable to use applications, because companies have the same offers for all passengers.
Take part in promotions
Large companies such as Uber reward customers for inviting friends registering for their service, provide a discount promotional code, and offer other loyalty programs worth knowing about. Most often we are talking about crediting bonuses after trips with which you can pay the following. The biggest discounts are provided to those who download applications and register in them.
By doing this, you can always receive information about upcoming promotions, which is convenient. Do not forget about our tips. Let your taxi trips bring you only comfort and convenience!