Request a Taxi Now or Schedule Ahead
Curb gives riders two straightforward ways to arrange a licensed taxi from a phone. Ride Now is designed for an immediate pickup, while Ride Later can reserve a pickup as much as 48 hours ahead where the service is available. Entering a destination brings the trip request into one place, so city journeys and planned airport transfers do not require a separate dispatch call.
The booking flow can include standard taxis, wheelchair-accessible vehicles, and Select options depending on the city. This choice makes the app useful for different mobility needs and trip plans. Availability varies by region, but the basic workflow stays focused on choosing a pickup time, destination, and suitable vehicle before confirming the ride.
Review Fares and Follow Ride Details
Upfront Pricing helps riders understand an estimated fare before they choose an available vehicle in supported markets. The estimate is based on the planned time and distance and can include expected tolls and required taxes or surcharges. Because tips and actual trip charges may change the final total, the pricing view works best as a planning tool rather than a fixed universal quote.
After a taxi is assigned, Curb can display the driver's information, estimated arrival time, pickup and drop-off locations, and the trip route. Live status updates help riders decide when to head outside and make it easier to recognize the assigned taxi. A ride-status sharing control can also keep another person informed about the journey.
Pair with a Street Taxi and Pay in the App
Pair & Pay is useful when a rider has already hailed a compatible taxi on the street or at an airport. Instead of creating a new pickup request, the rider pairs the active cab trip with Curb and handles payment through the app. This gives traditional taxi trips a contactless payment path while keeping the fare and ride information connected to the rider's account.
Curb supports saved payment methods and includes controls for a default tip and promotional codes. The account flow offers sign-in by email and password or by phone, while registration collects basic contact details for a new profile. Once a trip is completed, automatic payment and access to receipts can reduce the number of separate steps needed to finish the ride.
Manage Accounts, Trips, and Everyday City Travel
Curb keeps recurring travel tasks under one account. Riders can sign in, create a profile, reset a forgotten password, manage payment choices, review past trips and receipts, and adjust tip preferences. These controls matter most for people who use taxis regularly because they keep booking details and payment records together instead of treating every ride as a new transaction.
The app is especially practical for urban trips, hotel or airport pickups, scheduled appointments, and street-hail situations in supported U.S. locations. Professional, licensed drivers are central to the service, while live trip information and ride sharing provide useful context during pickup and travel. Regional coverage, vehicle types, offers, and pricing options can differ, so riders should confirm the choices shown for their current city.
