Step 01
Set your pickup and destination
Open the Nexus Rides app, confirm your pickup location, and enter your destination. You'll immediately see a smart fare range based on distance, estimated time, and local demand.
How it works
How Nexus Rides works for riders
From request to arrival, every step is built around transparent pricing and safety.
Step-by-step: from request to arrival.
Every ride follows a clear, predictable flow so you always know what to expect, from the moment you open the app to the moment you reach your destination.
Step 02
Review the suggested fare range
Instead of a single fixed or surge price, Nexus shows you a clear minimum and maximum price for your trip. This range is designed to be fair for both riders and drivers.
Step 03
Make your offer
Within the suggested range, you can propose a price that matches your budget and urgency. Your offer is then shared with nearby drivers who can accept or counter it.
Step 04
Get matched with a driver
Drivers see your request, your offer, and trip details. When a driver accepts (or counters and you agree), your fare is locked in—no hidden surcharges later.
Step 05
Ride with safety tools built-in
Track your driver's arrival in real time, share your trip with trusted contacts, and access in-app safety options like SOS and quick support if needed.
Step 06
Arrive, rate, and repeat
Once your trip ends, you can rate your driver, leave feedback, and quickly request your next ride—with your preferences remembered for future trips.
How fare negotiation works for riders.
Negotiation in Nexus Rides is designed to be simple and safe: you never haggle blindly, and you always operate within a clear recommended range.
- • Smart fare range: Before you negotiate, we calculate a minimum and maximum price based on distance, estimated travel time, and demand.
- • Your offer: You can choose any amount within that range. You'll see how your offer compares to the midpoint so you can decide what feels fair.
- • Driver response: Nearby drivers receive your request and can accept straight away or send a counter-offer within the same safe range.
- • Agreement: Once an offer is accepted on both sides, the fare is locked in. You'll see the final price before your driver arrives.
- • Protection: Nexus prevents unsafe or unrealistic offers from either side, so negotiations are efficient and respectful.
Fixed price vs. negotiable price
Traditional fixed pricing
- • One price, often affected by surge.
- • Little visibility into how it was calculated.
- • Riders may feel overcharged at peak times.
Nexus Rides negotiation
- • Clear minimum and maximum upfront.
- • You propose a price that works for you.
- • Drivers can accept or counter within safe limits.
The goal is a balanced, data-backed negotiation system that reduces frustration and gives you more control over how much you pay—while respecting driver earnings.
Why riders choose Nexus Rides.
- • Lower average fares compared to pure surge-based models.
- • Transparent fare ranges so you always see the context.
- • Built-in safety tools: driver verification, SOS, trip share.
- • A human feel to pricing—without losing digital convenience.
As coverage expands across US cities, Nexus Rides aims to become the default choice for riders who value both savings and safety.
Get the Nexus Rides app for riders.
Download the app to request your first negotiable fare Nexus Rides app in your city.
No app yet? Use this website to learn how Nexus Rides works and sign up for early access once onboarding flows are ready.