Bolt: Request a Ride

Bolt: Request a Ride

Ride-hailing made easy

179K ratings
3738 reviews
Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • July 24, 2013
  • September 21, 2026

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Easily request rides across town, to the airport, or rent scooters and e-bikes. Enjoy transparent pricing, multiple payment options, and real-time driver tracking for safe and convenient travel.

Request rides in seconds
Transparent upfront pricing
Multiple payment options
Real-time driver tracking
Schedule rides in advance
Rent scooters and e-bikes
Parcel delivery service
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What's New in Bolt

251.0

September 21, 2026

Thanks for using Bolt! We regularly update the app to provide a consistently high-quality experience. This update includes bug fixes and performance improvements. Enjoying Bolt? Please leave a rating! Your feedback helps us improve.

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This app dropped -1 position in Travel chart.

Last updated on September 23, 2026.

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User reviews

Take a screen grab of the price confirmation

They charged me double the price I agreed, usual traffic and route. I only use them when the others are unavailable now but when I do a take proof of the cost so they don’t rip me off again.

Request a Ride and Drivers Bolt (away from you)

Just tried Bolt in Portugal and completely unreliable. At the airport had 15 drivers be found and not accept. In Sintra same thing and when agreed to pay the “convince a driver to show up” up charge they told me they would find a driver in 2 minutes. 5 minutes later there was nothing.

As a result I Bolted to Uber and got a ride immediately. App is fine but the service is AWFUL.

I’ve instructed my travel department to remove Bolt as an approved providrt from all company travel as a result. Informed my trade group as well and a few have already followed suit.
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Clean car help

The car was spotless and driver helpful with suitcases.

No drivers?

I’ve tried to get a ride several times and every time it has told me that there are no drivers available. As a teenager that often has to get a taxi, it should be easier than this. The app may be cheaper than others but it shows in their lack of service.

Love it!

Very affordable and readily available. I definitely prefer Bolt to other ride share apps while in Europe!

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User experience

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Reported Bugs

3 issues

Charges for rides that never happened

Bug

App glitches and crashes

Bug

Incorrect driver information displayed

Bug

Requested Features

4 requests

Add tipping option for drivers

Feature

Improve route planning for scooters/bikes

Feature

Allow multiple stops in a single trip

Feature

Implement two-step verification options

Feature

FAQ

What does the Bolt app do?

The Bolt app allows users to easily request rides from drivers, rent electric scooters and e-bikes for short trips, and even arrange for package deliveries within their city. It aims to make getting around more convenient and affordable.

What are the key features of Bolt?

Key features include the ability to request rides in seconds with top-rated drivers, see fares upfront for transparent pricing, and choose from various ride types. Users can also track their driver in real-time, schedule rides in advance, and utilize safety features like an emergency assist button.

How much does Bolt cost?

The app itself is free to download and use for requesting rides. While rides have a cost, Bolt offers transparent pricing with fares shown upfront. There is also an optional 'Bolt Plus' subscription for premium features and savings, and users can rent scooters and e-bikes for a fee.

Is Bolt available in my city?

Bolt is available in over 600 cities across 50 countries worldwide. You can check the full list of supported cities on their official website. Availability of specific ride types, like electric vehicles or car-sharing, may vary by location.

What are common use cases for Bolt?

Common use cases include requesting a ride across town for daily commutes or errands, booking an airport transfer for travel, renting a scooter or e-bike to navigate traffic quickly, and using the 'Send' ride type for convenient parcel delivery.