Uber is now Live in Karachi
So, the wait is over now as the popular car riding service Uber has now come up with #uberGO in Karachi aiming to connect the metropolitan city to secure and reliable rides with affordability.
How will it work?
Simply just at the tap a button, Uber will make you connect with the closest available partner driver in Karachi, ready to pick you up in minutes. You’ll see a photo of your driver, the license plate and type of car they are driving, and even follow their car on the app as they make their way to you. You can even use the ‘Share my ETA’ feature with family and friends so they know exactly your route.
Karachhites can enjoy Uber for FREE this weekend (From 12pm Thursday, August 25th until 11:59pm Sunday, August 28th ). Just open your Uber app and enter the promo code ‘KarachiFREE’ to enjoy 5 free rides up to Rs. 300 each.
How to Request a Ride?
- Download the Uber app
- Register with your personal details
- Enter promo code: KarachiFREE
- Confirm your pickup location, and request a ride
uberGO Fares
| Minimum Fare | Rs. 150 |
| Per Kilometer | Rs. 9.38 |
| Per Minute | Rs. 2.00 |
Sample Fares
| Popular Route | Average Fare |
| Atrium to Burnes Road | Rs. 150 |
| IBA City Campus to National Stadium | Rs. 180 |
| Hyderi Market to Bahadurabad | Rs. 200 |
| Agha Khan Hospital to Jinnah Intl. Airport | Rs. 220 |
| PAF Museum to BBQ Tonite | Rs. 300 |
Payment for the Ride
Paying for your Uber rides is easy; select a card payment and at the end of your ride your fare will be deducted from your account, or select ‘cash’ and pay your driver in exact change. You can even split your fare with friends by selecting ‘split fare’ when paying with your credit card.
Areas Covered
The #uberGo service will serve areas of Clifton, Saddar Town, Jamshed Town, Gulshan-i-Iqbal Town, Liaquatabad, North Nazimabad, Gulberg Town, Malir Town and Korangi initially and then will lead to further areas.
Cars Used
This #uberGO is providing services in the vehicles that include the Suzuki Swift, Toyota Vitz, Toyota Corolla, Honda Civic and other equivalent vehicles. However, mode of payment include cash as well as the convenient electronic payment solutions are also there.
So, go for a ride and explore Karachi and get updated about more via Uber’s social platforms of Twitter, Facebook, Instagram using #KarachiLovesUber or directly give the feedback via the Uber app.
However, Uber is available on all the iOS, Android and Windows smartphones.
Have a Happy Riding!
