Enjoy a more flexible way to travel with Bolt Flex — now in Sheffield

2 min read • 26 June 2025

Meet Bolt Flex, our newest category designed to give you more flexibility and freedom of choice around pricing when booking a ride.

Now available in the Bolt app in Sheffield.

Choose your own price

With Bolt Flex, you choose what to pay. Agree to the suggested fare, or adjust it up or down within seconds.

In a rush? Pay a little extra and increase your chances of getting a Bolt ride faster, or find a good deal — your call.

To celebrate the launch, part of your next Flex trip is on us! Just select the Flex category when booking to see your offer. If you don’t have the app, get it here.

How Flex works

With Flex, you have more flexibility and can choose how much you want to pay for a ride in a few seconds.

  1. Open the Bolt app and add your destination
  2. Select the Flex category
  3. Adjust the suggested fare (up or down)— totally up to you

In seconds, you’ll be matched with local driver partners who can either accept or make a counter-offer. You’ll see ride offers based on price, arrival time, driver rating, and vehicle type — offering at least 4 seats.

Select what works best for you, and get picked up in minutes.

Driving on the Bolt platform?

If you’re a private-hire driver in Sheffield, learn more about Bolt Flex and what’s changing in our latest blog.

FAQs 

Where can I use Bolt Flex?

Available in Sheffield from 26 June 2025. Rolling out soon in other cities.

How do I set my own price as a passenger? 

When selecting the Flex category, you’ll see a rate suggested by Bolt. You can increase it by 30% or decrease it by 10%

Can I still tip my driver?

Yes, you can tip the driver partner as usual.

How can I redeem the launch offer?

  1. Open the Bolt app
  2. Select the Flex category
  3. Bolt will automatically apply a part payment toward the fare on your first eligible ride in Sheffield.T&Cs apply. Check your Bolt app.