Updated: 12 November 2026
More rides
- Several apps at once — Uber, Bolt and FreeNow. Wait less, choose more.
- Peak hours — weekday mornings and afternoons, Friday and Saturday nights.
- Events — concerts and matches at Ergo Arena and the stadium, fairs at AmberExpo.
- Airport and stations — longer rides, but know the pickup rules: station and airport.
- Bad weather — rain and snow mean more requests and fewer drivers.
Lower costs
- Fewer empty kilometres — wait where requests come in often.
- Skip far-away pickups — the drive to the passenger isn’t paid.
- Fuel card and invoices — station discounts and a 50% fuel VAT refund at Optymist.
- An economical car — hybrid or LPG, see which car for taxi work.
A better account
- A high rating — clean car, a greeting, calm driving.
- Few cancellations — only accept rides you’ll complete.
- App promotions — check the week’s incentives and bonuses.
Work out the effect
Enter your numbers in the calculator and see what changes with, say, lower fuel costs or one more evening a week. More on calculating your transfer: how much a driver earns.
FAQ
How can I quickly earn more on Uber?
Run several apps at once, drive at peak times and cut empty kilometres.
Is it worth driving at night?
Friday and Saturday nights usually bring the most requests and higher prices.
How can I cut fuel costs?
A discount fuel card, invoices for the 50% VAT refund, and an economical car.
