You can add up to three stops on a single Uber trip through the app before you request your ride
Open the Uber app and enter your destination in the "Where to?" field. Before you tap the button to request a ride, look for the option to add stops — it appears as a plus sign or "Add stop" link below your destination. Tap it, then enter the address or location name for your first stop. You can add up to two more stops the same way. The app will show you the order of all stops and the total estimated fare and time for the entire trip.
Once you add stops, the driver sees them on their map in the order you created them. The driver must follow that sequence — they cannot rearrange the stops. If you need to change the order after you have added them, delete the stops and re-enter them in the correct sequence before requesting the ride.
Key Takeaways
- You can add up to three stops total on one Uber trip, and you must add them before you request the ride.
- The app shows you the total fare and time estimate for the entire trip with all stops included.
- The driver will follow the stops in the exact order you entered them and cannot change that order.
- If you add a stop after the driver has already accepted the ride, the fare may change and the driver can decline the new stop.
Adding stops before you request your ride
The easiest time to add stops is before you tap "Request" or "Schedule." Enter your starting location (the app usually detects where you are), then tap the destination field and type in your final destination. Below that field, you will see an option to add a stop — the exact wording varies by phone type and app version, but it usually says "Add stop" or shows a plus icon.
Tap that option and enter the address or business name for your first stop. The app will search for matches and show you results on a map. Select the correct location. Repeat this process for your second and third stops if you need them. After you have entered all your stops, review the order on the screen. The app displays them as a numbered list, and the total fare and time estimate will include all of them.
Once you request the ride, the stops are locked in. The driver will see them on their navigation and must visit them in the order you set. You cannot add a fourth stop at this point.
Adding a stop after the driver has accepted
If you request a ride without stops and then realize you need to add one, you can try to add it after the driver accepts — but the driver can refuse. Open the trip details while the ride is active and look for an "Add stop" option. If it appears, tap it and enter the location. The app will recalculate the fare, and the driver will see a notification that a stop has been added.
The driver has the right to decline the new stop. If they do, you will need to cancel the ride and request a new one that includes the stop from the start, or you can ask the driver to drop you at the new location and request a separate ride from there. Adding stops before you request the ride avoids this problem entirely.
What happens to your fare when you add stops
The fare for a trip with multiple stops is calculated based on the total distance and time for the entire route, not as separate trips. When you add stops before requesting, the app shows you the total fare upfront. This fare is usually lower than if you had requested three separate rides, because Uber charges one base fare instead of three.
If you add a stop after the driver has accepted the ride, the fare will recalculate. The new fare may be higher or lower depending on the location of the stop and the current demand. The app will show you the new total before the driver confirms the change. You can see the breakdown by tapping the fare details in the trip screen.
Editing or removing stops
Before you request the ride, you can edit or delete any stop. Tap the stop you want to change, and the app will let you enter a new address or delete it entirely. If you delete a stop, the fare and time estimate will update automatically. You can also reorder stops by holding down on a stop and dragging it up or down in the list.
After the driver has accepted the ride, you can still delete a stop by tapping it and selecting "Remove." The driver will see that the stop has been removed and the route will update on their map. You cannot edit a stop's location after the ride has started — you must delete it and add a new one if you need a different address.
Limitations and things to know
Uber allows a maximum of three stops per trip. If you need to visit more than three locations, you will need to request multiple rides. Some drivers may take longer at stops than others, and the time estimate the app provides is a general average — actual wait time depends on how long you spend at each location.
If you add a stop in an area with high demand or during surge pricing, the fare may increase. The app recalculates fares based on current conditions, so the price you see when you add a stop may not be the final price if demand changes before the driver arrives. Drivers are not required to wait at stops, though most do for a reasonable amount of time. If a driver leaves before you return to the car, you will be charged for the wait time and the trip will end.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I add a stop after I have already started the ride?
Yes, you can try to add a stop while the ride is active by opening the trip details and selecting "Add stop." However, the driver can decline the new stop. It is better to add all stops before you request the ride so the driver knows the full route in advance.
What if the driver goes to the stops in the wrong order?
Contact Uber support through the app after the ride ends. Take a screenshot of the trip map showing the stops and the order you entered them. Uber can review the trip and may refund you or adjust the fare if the driver did not follow the correct sequence.
Do I pay extra for each stop?
No. You pay one fare for the entire trip with all stops included. The fare is based on total distance and time, not on the number of stops. This is usually cheaper than requesting three separate rides.
Can I change the order of stops after the driver has accepted?
No. Once the driver accepts the ride, the stop order is locked. You can delete a stop, but you cannot rearrange the remaining ones. If you need a different order, you must cancel and request a new ride.
What if I forget to add a stop and the driver is already on the way?
You can ask the driver to take you to the additional location, but they can refuse because it was not part of the original request. It is better to cancel the ride, add the stop in the app, and request a new one. This way the driver knows the full route and the fare is calculated correctly from the start.