What Uber Pass is and who it's for

Uber Pass is a subscription service that gives you discounts on Uber rides and Uber Eats food delivery in exchange for a monthly or annual fee. It is not a housing benefit or rental assistance program — it is a transportation and food delivery discount service run by Uber, the ride-hailing company.

If you are looking for help paying rent, utilities, or other housing costs, Uber Pass will not help you. This guide explains what Uber Pass actually covers, how much it costs, and what you get for the money, so you can decide whether the subscription makes sense for your budget.

Key Takeaways

  • Uber Pass costs either a monthly fee (typically $9.99 to $14.99 depending on your city) or an annual fee, and covers discounts on both Uber rides and Uber Eats orders.
  • The subscription gives you a percentage discount on most rides and food orders, but does not cover surge pricing, tolls, or service fees in full.
  • You must have an active Uber account and live in a city where Uber Pass is offered to purchase the subscription.
  • Cancelling Uber Pass can be done through the Uber app at any time, and you will not be charged again after your current billing period ends.
  • The actual savings depend on how often you use Uber rides and Uber Eats — if you use them rarely, the subscription may cost more than paying per trip.

Monthly and annual pricing

Uber Pass pricing varies by city and changes periodically. In most major U.S. cities, the monthly subscription costs between $9.99 and $14.99 per month. Some cities offer an annual plan at a discounted rate — typically around $99 to $119 per year — which works out to roughly $8 to $10 per month if you commit for the full year.

Uber sometimes offers promotional pricing for new subscribers, such as the first month free or a reduced rate for the first three months. These offers appear in the Uber app and change based on your location and whether you have subscribed before. Check your Uber app to see what offer, if any, is available in your area right now.

The price you see in the app is the total you will be charged — there are no hidden fees added at checkout. Your payment method on file will be charged automatically on the same date each month (or year, if you chose annual billing).

What discounts you actually receive

Uber Pass typically gives you a percentage discount on Uber rides — usually 10% to 15% depending on your city — and a similar discount on Uber Eats food orders. The discount applies to the base fare or food price, not to all fees.

Surge pricing, tolls, airport fees, and service fees are usually not discounted. This means that if you take a ride during peak hours when surge pricing is in effect, your discount applies only to the base fare, and you still pay the full surge multiplier on top. Similarly, Uber Eats service fees and delivery fees are often excluded from the discount.

The exact discount percentage and what it covers can vary by city. Open the Uber app, tap your account icon, and look for the Uber Pass section to see the specific terms for your location before you purchase.

How to buy and manage Uber Pass

To purchase Uber Pass, open the Uber app and tap your account icon in the bottom right corner. Look for the Uber Pass option — it may be labeled as "Uber Pass" or "Subscriptions" depending on your app version. Tap it, review the price and discount details for your city, and tap the button to subscribe.

You will be asked to confirm your payment method. Uber will charge your card on the date you subscribe and then again on the same date each month (or year, if you chose annual billing). You can change your payment method at any time in your account settings.

Your Uber Pass discount applies automatically to every ride and Uber Eats order you place while the subscription is active. You do not need to enter a code or take any additional step — the discount shows up in the price breakdown before you confirm your trip or order.

Cancelling your subscription

You can cancel Uber Pass at any time through the Uber app. Tap your account icon, go to Uber Pass or Subscriptions, and look for a "Cancel Subscription" or "Manage Subscription" button. Tap it and confirm that you want to cancel.

When you cancel, you will not be charged again after your current billing period ends. If you subscribed on the 15th of the month, your subscription will end on the 15th of the next month, and you will not see a charge after that date. You can resubscribe at any time if you change your mind.

If you were charged after you cancelled, or if you believe you were charged in error, contact Uber support through the app by tapping Help, then Account and Payment, then Billing Issues. Uber can review the charge and issue a refund if warranted.

When Uber Pass makes financial sense

Uber Pass saves money only if you use Uber rides or Uber Eats regularly. If you take one Uber ride per week and order Uber Eats twice a month, the 10% to 15% discount might save you $5 to $15 per month — which could be less than the subscription cost, depending on your city.

To figure out whether the subscription is worth it for you, look at your Uber spending over the past month or two. If you spent $100 on rides and food delivery combined, a 10% discount saves you $10 per month — which is roughly equal to the subscription cost in most cities. If you spent $200, the discount saves you $20, which is clearly ahead. If you spent $40, the discount saves you $4, which means the subscription costs you money.

Uber Pass also does not cover surge pricing, tolls, or service fees, so your actual savings will be lower than the percentage discount suggests. Factor that in when you do the math.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Uber Pass cover rides to the airport?

Uber Pass discounts apply to airport rides, but airport fees (which Uber charges separately) are usually not discounted. You will see the discount on the base fare and the airport fee listed separately in the price breakdown before you confirm your trip.

Can I use Uber Pass if I share my account with family members?

Uber Pass is tied to a single account. If family members have their own Uber accounts, they cannot use your subscription. Each person would need their own Uber Pass subscription to receive the discount on their rides and orders.

What happens to my Uber Pass if I move to a different city?

Your subscription stays active, but the discount percentage and what it covers may change based on your new city. Open the Uber app and check the Uber Pass details for your new location to see the current terms. You can cancel and resubscribe if the new terms are not worth it.

Does Uber Pass work on Uber Eats orders from restaurants outside my city?

Yes, Uber Pass discounts apply to Uber Eats orders regardless of where the restaurant is located, as long as Uber Eats delivers to your address. The discount percentage is the same whether you order from a restaurant five blocks away or across town.

Can I get a refund if I subscribed but did not use Uber Pass?

Uber does not automatically refund unused subscriptions, but you can contact Uber support and request a refund if you subscribed by mistake or changed your mind shortly after. Tap Help in the app, then Account and Payment, then Billing Issues, and explain your situation. Uber may issue a one-time courtesy refund.