Uber Offers Special $2.15 Flat Fare Leading Up to Democratic National Convention

PHILADELPHIA, PA — Uber is offering a special $2.15 flat fare in a select neighborhood throughout Philadelphia each day this week leading up to the Democratic National Convention.

Uber said in a press release that the special fare is meant to highlight the city's diversity and introduce visitors to everything Philadelphia has to offer.

"Philadelphia is very proud of its diverse and distinct neighborhoods, and I commend Uber, as well as our local businesses, for helping celebrate our city this week," Councilman Mark Squilla said.

The plan goes into effect on Monday, July 18. The $2.15 flat fare, representing the 215 area code, applies only to uberPOOL, which means multiple groups carpool together. It applies to a different neighborhood each day. A schedule is below:

• Monday - Spruce Hill
• Tuesday - East Falls
• Wednesday - Fishtown
• Thursday - East Passyunk
• Friday - Surprise!

Details on related events in each neighborhood are available here.

The reduced fare is in effect from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. each day.

Uber was recently made legal in Philadelphia after legislation was signed by Gov. Wolf. Until the recent SEPTA crisis seemingly forced their hand, Uber and fellow ride sharing service Lyft were technically illegal within city limits, although they still operated there.