You can add up to three stops on an Uber trip before you start driving
Open the Uber app and enter your destination. Before you request the ride, tap "Add stop" below the destination field. You can add up to three stops total on a single trip. Each stop appears in the order you add them, and the driver will navigate to them in that sequence. The app shows the driver your full route, so they know what to expect before accepting.
You can add stops before the driver arrives or after they pick you up. If you add them after pickup, tap the route icon (it looks like three horizontal lines) at the top of the screen, then tap "Add stop." The driver will see the new stop appear on their map and can accept or decline the change. Most drivers accept added stops, but they are not required to.
Each stop adds time to your trip, and Uber calculates the fare based on the total distance and time, not on individual segments. You pay one fare for the entire route, not separate fares for each stop.
Key Takeaways
- Add stops before requesting the ride by tapping "Add stop" below your destination, or after pickup by tapping the route icon at the top of the screen.
- You can include up to three stops on one trip, and they will appear on the driver's map in the order you add them.
- The driver sees your full route before accepting the ride and can decline if they do not want to make stops.
- You pay one total fare for the entire route with all stops, calculated by Uber based on distance and time.
How to add a stop before requesting your ride
Open the Uber app and enter your starting location and destination as usual. Look for the "Add stop" button below the destination field. Tap it to enter the address or business name of your first stop. The app will show you the updated route and estimated time and fare.
If you want a second or third stop, tap "Add stop" again and enter the next location. The app displays all stops in order on the map. Once you have added all your stops, request the ride as normal. The driver will see the complete route before they accept.
How to add a stop after the driver picks you up
If you need to add a stop after the driver has already picked you up, tap the route icon (three horizontal lines) at the top of your active trip screen. This opens your route details. Tap "Add stop" and enter the address or business name.
The new stop will appear on the driver's map immediately. The driver can see that the route has changed and may contact you to confirm. They are not required to accept the added stop, though most do. If the driver declines, you can ask them to drop you at that location and request a separate ride for the rest of your journey.
What happens when you reach each stop
When you arrive at a stop, the driver will pull over and wait. The app shows a timer counting how long the driver has been waiting at that stop. Uber typically allows five minutes of free waiting time per stop; after that, you may be charged a waiting fee. The exact waiting time and fee amount vary by city.
Once you have completed your business at the stop, tap "I'm back in the car" in the app or simply get back in the vehicle. The driver will then navigate to the next stop or your final destination. You remain in the same ride throughout, so you do not need to request a new one between stops.
Canceling or changing a stop
Before the driver arrives, you can remove any stop by tapping the route icon, finding the stop you want to remove, and tapping the X next to it. After the driver picks you up, you can still remove upcoming stops the same way.
You cannot change the order of stops once the ride has started. If you need to visit locations in a different sequence, you will need to cancel the current ride and request a new one with the stops in the correct order. Canceling an active ride may result in a cancellation fee.
Fare and payment for trips with multiple stops
Uber charges one fare for the entire trip, regardless of how many stops you make. The fare is based on the total distance traveled and the total time spent, including waiting time at stops. You do not pay separately for each stop or segment of the journey.
The upfront fare estimate shown before you request the ride includes all stops you have added. If you add stops after the driver picks you up, the fare may adjust. Uber will show you the new estimated fare before the stop is added to the route. You can see the final fare breakdown in your trip receipt after the ride ends.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I add more than three stops on one Uber trip?
No, Uber limits you to three stops per trip. If you need to visit more locations, you will need to request a separate ride after your first trip ends. Some drivers may be willing to take you to additional stops off the app, but this is not part of the standard Uber service.
What if the driver refuses to make a stop?
Drivers can decline to make stops, especially if you add them after pickup. If a driver refuses, you can ask them to drop you at that location and request a separate ride for the remainder of your journey. You will not be charged a cancellation fee if the driver declines a stop you added after pickup.
Do I pay extra for each stop?
No, you pay one fare for the entire trip with all stops included. The fare is calculated based on total distance and time. However, if you exceed the free waiting time at any stop (usually five minutes), you may be charged a waiting fee that varies by city.
Can I add a stop if I am already in the car?
Yes, you can add stops after the driver picks you up by tapping the route icon and selecting "Add stop." The driver will see the new stop on their map. They can accept it or decline, though most drivers accept added stops.
What if I forget to add a stop before requesting the ride?
You can still add it after the driver picks you up using the route icon at the top of the trip screen. The driver will see the updated route and can accept or decline the change. Adding stops before you request the ride is faster and gives the driver more notice.