6 ways to save on taxi

1. Try not to use a taxi in peak time

When the orders in your area too much, algorithms taxi app automatically raise prices in order to attract drivers. This usually happens at rush hour - about 8:00 and 6:00 p.m. on weekdays and weekends about 22:00.

In addition, prices are rising, if the area starts to rain or snow. So, choose wisely when ordering (of course, if you are running late somewhere, this advice does not work).

2. Pre-think over the way

Most taxis application calculates the price based on the distance that the car can drive, and the alleged or actual duration of the trip. So consider both of these factors, if you want to save.

For example, instead of calling a taxi directly to your location, try to find a point nearby, from which will go lower. Especially if you are near a one-way road - the need to turn can add to the price of a few tens of rubles.

And do not forget about traffic jams. Try to find a route in which you can avoid busy roads. Remember: the faster way - the lower the price.

3. Do not go it alone

One of the easiest ways to pay less - to divide the cost of the trip with someone else. Most of the applications you can add to the other users. Let this option is not always available, but forget about it not worth it - especially if you often spend time with a large group of friends and acquaintances.

4. Install multiple applications

Each service call for a taxi their algorithms for calculating prices. Therefore, in the same situations, different applications will offer different cost of the trip. Good idea - to establish a smartphone several programs. If price is your favorite when you think overpriced - check how much it costs the same order in the other. So even on a single trip can be good save.

5. book in advance

There are times when we know that a taxi will need a certain time. For example, to catch a plane or go to a party when it's over.

For such cases, some applications allow you to "reserve" a reservation in advance. This is especially true if the trip will take place in busy hour. You will pay the price, which was at the time of booking, and the multiplying factor to it will not be affected.

6. Do not use the taxi services at the airports and train stations

Drivers, which can be found at railway stations, airports and other places where people gather often overestimate the price several times. Especially if you are dealing with visitorsThe taxi driver cheated Icelander and dovoz to the center for 50 thousand rubles.

So if you have an important trip - you need to get from the airport to the city center or catch a bus uezzhayuschy, - better use the app. Programs no matter where and what you drive, and they do not try to cash in on his ignorance of the tariffs.

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