The amount depends on the type of service* and the passenger's payment method:
-
Credit or Debit Card
|
Vehicle Type |
Specific Destination Entered |
No Destination Entered |
|
Black Cab or Black Cab Eco |
Minimum estimated fare: £10 |
Flat £25 |
|
Ride or Ride EV (PHV, private car) |
Quoted fixed fare is held |
Option not available |
-
Apple Pay, Google Pay or a prepaid card
|
Vehicle Type |
Specific Destination Entered |
No Destination Entered |
|
Black Cab or Black Cab Eco |
Flat £25
|
Flat £25 |
|
Ride or Ride EV (PHV, private car) |
Quoted fixed fare is held |
Option not available |
*-For ride-hailing, the held amount is usually the estimated fare amount.
-For eBikes and eScooters the hold can be higher than the cost of the service. Where this is the case, the actual charge will reflect the lower fare, and the temporary hold will be released.