How RideCarpooling
Works
Whether you're looking for a ride or want to earn money driving, here's everything you need to know in 6 simple steps.
Search Your Route
Enter your departure city, destination, and travel date. Browse hundreds of rides posted by verified drivers across Canada, USA & Mexico.
Use filters to find instant-book rides, verified drivers, or specific amenities like WiFi or pet-friendly vehicles.
Choose Your Driver
Compare prices, driver ratings, vehicle details, and departure times. Read reviews from other passengers to find the perfect match.
Look for the green verified badge — verified drivers have passed ID and vehicle checks.
Book Your Seat
Select how many seats you need and pay securely through Stripe. Your payment is held safely until the ride is completed.
Some rides offer instant booking — your seat is confirmed immediately without waiting for driver approval.
Message Your Driver
Use our in-app messaging to coordinate pickup details, ask questions, or share special requests. Your phone number stays private.
All messages are filtered for safety — never share phone numbers or emails outside the app.
Meet & Ride
Arrive at the agreed pickup point on time. Show your booking confirmation to the driver and enjoy your shared journey.
Bring a valid ID and keep your booking confirmation handy. Most drivers appreciate punctuality!
Rate & Review
After your trip, rate your driver and leave a review. Your feedback helps build trust and improves the community for everyone.
Honest reviews help other passengers make informed decisions and reward great drivers.
Ready to Find Your Ride?
Thousands of rides are posted daily. Find one that matches your route and book in seconds.
Travelling with Children?
Many of our drivers carry certified child safety seats. Here's how to book a ride with a car seat for your little one.
Filter for Car Seats
On the Find Ride page, use the Child Car Seat filter to show only rides where the driver has a safety seat available.
Select Your Seat Type
When booking, choose the right seat for your child's age and weight. A flat $15 fee is added to your booking total.
Ride Safely
The driver will have the seat installed and ready. All car seats on our platform meet Canadian and North American safety standards.
Infant Car Seat
Rear-facing only. Designed for newborns and young infants.
Convertible Car Seat
Rear & forward-facing. Grows with your toddler.
Booster Seat
Positions the seat belt correctly for older children.
Good to know
The $15 car seat fee is a flat charge per booking, regardless of trip length. It is paid directly to the driver as part of their earnings. Car seat availability is set by the driver — not all rides will have seats available, so use the filter to find family-friendly rides.
Your Safety Matters
We've built multiple layers of protection to keep every trip safe and secure.
Verified Drivers Only
All drivers must upload a valid licence and vehicle photos. Our admin team reviews every submission.
Privacy Protection
Your phone number and email are never shared. All communication happens safely inside the app.
Emergency Contacts
Add an emergency contact to your profile. Our system can alert them via SMS if needed during a ride.
Rating System
Every trip is rated. Drivers and passengers with poor ratings are reviewed and may be removed from the platform.