Transparent, Student‑Friendly Pricing

No surge pricing. No subscriptions. You pay the driver‑set base price plus a 7.25% platform fee and standard card processing (2.9% + $0.30).

Transparent Base + 7.25% + 2.9% + $0.30
No Surge Consistent Pricing
No Memberships No Membership Fees
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Compare RideAlong with traditional transportation options

Service
Nearby City (25 miles)
Airport (50 miles)
Home (150 miles)
RideAlong Recommended
$4-8 Split with 2 riders max
$15-25 Share gas costs
$35-50 Long-distance sharing
Traditional Rideshare
$12-18 Plus surge pricing
$45-65 Plus fees & tips
$120-180 If available
Public Transit
$2-5 Limited routes
$8-15 Multiple transfers
$35-75 Very slow
Personal Vehicle
$3-6 Gas + parking fees
$15-30 Plus airport parking
$25-40 If you have a car

How Our Pricing Works

Simple, transparent, and fair for everyone

Fair Cost Calculation

We calculate the total trip cost based on distance, gas prices, and vehicle operating costs. The driver covers their personal transportation anyway.

Cost Splitting

The total cost is fairly divided among all passengers. More passengers = lower cost per person. Drivers often ride for free or get paid!

Platform Fee (7.25%)

We charge a transparent platform fee of 7.25% on the driver-set ride price to operate and improve RideAlong. Standard card processing (2.9% + $0.30) is also included in the rider total.

Secure Payment

Payment is processed automatically after the ride. No cash exchange needed. Drivers receive their share instantly.

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See how much you could save on your regular trips

RideAlong Cost: $48/month
Traditional Rideshare: $120/month
Your Monthly Savings: $72
Yearly Savings: $864
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No Hidden Fees, Ever

What you see is what you pay. Unlike other platforms, we believe in transparent pricing.

RideAlong Includes

  • Fair share of gas costs
  • Small platform service fee
  • Customer support
  • Safety verification

No Extra Charges For

  • Surge pricing
  • Booking fees
  • Peak hour rates
  • Airport surcharges

Example ride cost breakdown

Base ride price (driver-set) $9.00
RideAlong platform fee (7.25%) $0.65
Card processing (2.9% + $0.30) $0.58
Total charged to rider $10.23

Totals vary with the driver-set price. Formula: total = base + 7.25% platform fee + 2.9% card fee + $0.30.

Pricing FAQs

Common questions about our pricing model

How is the price calculated?

Drivers set a base per‑seat price within our caps. Riders pay: base price + 7.25% platform fee + card processing (2.9% + $0.30). No other fees.

Do prices change during busy times?

No surge pricing, ever! Our prices remain consistent regardless of demand or time of day.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept major debit and credit cards processed by Stripe. Apple Pay or Google Pay may be available where supported by your device and region.

Can I get a refund if I need to cancel?

If you cancel before the driver confirms, the authorization hold on your card is voided. After a ride is confirmed, charges are captured; if the driver cancels or the ride doesn’t occur, we process a refund. For other cases, contact support.

Do drivers keep all the money?

Drivers receive the base ride price they set. RideAlong retains a 7.25% platform fee, and Stripe processing (2.9% + $0.30) is covered in the rider’s total.

Are there any membership fees?

No membership fees, monthly charges, or subscriptions. You only pay when you ride.