Do you tap off the Uber Boat?

Yes, you absolutely must tap out on Uber Boat by Thames Clippers (the river bus service) with your Oyster card or contactless payment card at the end of your journey, and also when changing boats (interchange), to ensure you pay the correct fare for the zones you traveled through, just like the Tube, using the yellow card readers by the boarding ramps at the piers.

Can you tap on and off an Uber boat?

Yes, you can touch in and touch out with contactless payment cards or Oyster to pay as you go on our services. Our card readers are situated by the boarding ramps at our piers, please touch in when instructed to board. A member of our staff must see you touch in. The card readers support auto top-up.

How do you pay for an Uber boat?

You can pay for Uber Boat (Thames Clippers) using contactless payment (card/device) or an Oyster card by tapping in and out at piers, or purchase tickets via the Uber app or Thames Clippers Tickets app for discounts; paper tickets and Travelcards are also options, with Travelcards getting 1/3 off. 

How does an Uber boat work in London?

Uber Boat by Thames Clippers in London is a means for people to travel on the river and road, through the Uber app. Riders will be able to purchase tickets for Thames Clippers routes in the Uber app and scan a QR code to board.

Can you drink on the Uber Boat in London?

Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages are available so you can sip Gin and Tonic as you sail through the sights! Hungry? Our Café Bar sells a range of snacks, sandwiches and cakes suitable for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

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Is there a toilet on the London Uber Boat?

All boats, except Star, Storm and Sky Clipper, have accessible toilets and larger boats have baby changing tables. All our piers are step-free and wheelchair accessible except for Cadogan, London Bridge City and Wandsworth Riverside Quarter piers.

Is tipping expected with Uber?

Frequently asked questions. Tipping is optional. You are free to add a tip, and drivers are free to accept tips.

Is it cheaper to use contactless on Uber Boat?

Pay for single journeys with contactless or Oyster card for pay as you go. You can also buy tickets in advance through our website, app and the Uber app. It's convenient and up to 30% cheaper than buying a paper ticket at the pier. Oyster readers are located next to the boarding point on the pier.

Is Thames Clipper the same as Uber Boat?

In July 2020, the company announced a partnership with ride-sharing service Uber, which acquired naming rights to the ferry and rebranding the service as Uber Boat by Thames Clippers.

Can you eat on the Uber Boat?

Food. Sandwiches, cakes and confectionery are available at the café bar. Our selection changes to suit the time of day.

Can you sit outside on an Uber Boat?

Enjoy nature's air con at the back of the boat

Uber Boat's spacious clippers and ample seating provide plenty of room to spread out. And if you grab a seat on the outside deck at the back, you'll enjoy the fresh summer breeze as you glide along.

What is the 10% rule for yachts?

The 10% rule for yachts is a common guideline estimating annual operating costs as 10% of the yacht's purchase price, covering maintenance, crew, fuel, insurance, and docking, though actual costs vary significantly with age, size, and usage, with newer boats sometimes costing less initially and older ones potentially exceeding 10%. It's a budgeting rule of thumb, not a strict formula, helping owners anticipate the true financial commitment beyond the initial purchase.

How to empty a toilet on a yacht?

By flipping the lever, the entire contents of the toilet are pumped out. With the lever you can run water at the same time to flush down the feces. If you want to pump the toilet bowl empty afterwards, you should set the switch back to "pump down" and manually refill it five times.

How far does the Uber boat go up the Thames?

Uber Boat by Thames Clippers stops at 24 piers along the Thames between Barking Riverside Pier in the East and Putney Pier in the West. Services run from early in the morning until late at night 7 days a week.

Do I tap off the Uber boat?

You can use contactless (card or device) or an Oyster card on the River Bus service operated by Uber Boat by Thames Clippers. Touch in at the start of your journey and touch out at the end on the yellow card readers, and when changing boats, to pay the right fare. Find out more about touching in and out.

How many people fit on an Uber boat?

Comfortable seats and outside rear deck for magical views of London. There are 4 vessels with a passenger-capacity between 138 and 170 seater vessels and are ideal to transferring mid-sized groups with drinks and light catering available. They all have a back deck from where to enjoy spectacular views of London.

Will Uber pick me up at 4am?

Hours of Operation

Remember, you can always request a ride anytime, 24/7, in Uber's mobile app or online.

Why are we boycotting Uber?

The company is planning on starting a trial in several US cities by the end of 2025. Uber has been accused of partnering with an Israeli company and therefore investing in Israel amid the genocide in Gaza.

Why are morning Ubers so expensive?

That's because of our dynamic pricing algorithm, which adjusts rates based on a number of variables, such as time and distance of your route, traffic and the current rider-to-driver demand. Sometimes, this can mean a temporary increase in price during particularly busy periods.