Pricing

The total is shown before you book.

Riders see the listed ride contribution plus SeatShare service fees before checkout. Drivers see payout previews and completed trip payout status in the app.

Rider pricing

Riders pay the ride subtotal set by the driver plus the SeatShare rider service fee. The current service fee is 5% of the ride subtotal, before any applicable taxes or processor rules.

Ride subtotal$40.00
SeatShare fee, 5%$2.00
Example rider total$42.00

Driver earnings

Drivers set the listed contribution per seat. Payout previews estimate net proceeds after service fee allocation and payment processor costs.

Rider charge$42.00
SeatShare fee-$2.00
Estimated processing-$1.52
Example driver net$38.48

Payout and refund timing

Completed trip payouts currently clear after a 4-day dispute window. Approved card refunds can take 5-10 business days to appear depending on the bank or card network.

Early rider cancelMore than 24 hours before departure
Late rider cancelWithin 24 hours; partial contribution refund may apply
Driver cancelTarget full rider refund including service fee

For full terms, read the Cancellation and Refund Policy.

What fees do riders pay?

Riders see the listed ride contribution plus a SeatShare service fee. The current rider service fee is 5% of the ride subtotal, before any applicable taxes or processor rules.

When is my card charged?

SeatShare shows the payment amount before checkout. Depending on the booking state, payment may be authorized first and captured when the booking is confirmed.

Do riders get receipts?

Yes. Payment records and ride history are available in the app so riders can review booking totals, fees, refunds, and support context.

How do refunds arrive?

Approved refunds are returned to the original payment method where possible. Card networks and banks can take several business days to post funds.

Next step

Get SeatShare for your next inter-city trip.

Join the launch list, request your route, or start driver onboarding when your corridor opens.