Refund Policy
Our commitment to fair and transparent refunds
Last Updated: October 5, 2026
1. Overview
At BookRide, we strive to provide excellent service. This Refund Policy outlines the circumstances under which refunds may be issued and the process for requesting a refund.
2. Refund Eligibility
2.1 Customer Cancellations
Refunds for customer-initiated cancellations are processed as follows:
- One-way drops — more than 4 hours before pickup: 100% refund (if paid online; processing fee may apply)
- Multi-day packages — more than 24 hours before scheduled trip start: 100% refund (fully refundable)
- One-way drops — 1–4 hours before pickup: 50% refund
- One-way drops — less than 1 hour before pickup: No refund
- Multi-day packages — within 24 hours of trip start: No refund unless otherwise agreed at booking
- No-show: No refund
2.2 Service Provider Cancellations
If BookRide or the assigned driver cancels your booking:
- Full refund will be processed automatically
- Refund will be credited to your original payment method within 5-7 business days
- You will receive a notification via email/SMS
3. Refund Scenarios
3.1 Full Refund Scenarios
- Driver cancellation or no-show
- Vehicle breakdown or technical issues
- Incorrect fare charged due to system error
- Service not provided as booked
- Safety concerns or driver misconduct
- Cancellation by BookRide due to operational reasons
3.2 Partial Refund Scenarios
- One-way drop cancellation 1–4 hours before pickup: 50% refund
- Route change requested by customer: Difference in fare refunded
- Early drop-off: Pro-rated refund based on unused distance
3.3 No Refund Scenarios
- One-way drop cancellation less than 1 hour before pickup
- Multi-day package cancellation within 24 hours of trip start
- Customer no-show at pickup location
- Ride completed as per booking
- Customer misconduct or violation of terms
- Damage to vehicle caused by customer
4. Refund Processing
4.1 Processing Time
Refunds are processed as follows:
- Online Payments (Card/UPI/Digital Wallet): 5-7 business days
- Cash Payments: Refund credited to BookRide wallet or bank account (7-10 business days)
- Wallet Credits: Instant refund to BookRide wallet
4.2 Refund Method
Refunds will be processed to the original payment method used for the booking. If the original payment method is unavailable, refunds may be credited to your BookRide wallet or bank account.
5. How to Request a Refund
To request a refund, please follow these steps:
- Log in to your BookRide account
- Go to "My Bookings" section
- Select the booking for which you want a refund
- Click on "Request Refund"
- Provide reason for refund request
- Submit the request
Alternatively, you can contact our customer support team at (+91)925 800 2554 or email us at support@bookride.in with your booking ID and refund request.
6. Refund Disputes
If you are not satisfied with a refund decision, you can:
- Contact our customer support team for review
- Provide additional documentation or evidence
- Request escalation to our management team
All disputes will be reviewed within 48 hours, and you will be notified of the decision.
7. Processing Fees
In certain cases, a processing fee may be deducted from the refund amount:
- Customer-initiated cancellations: ₹50 or 2% of booking amount (whichever is lower)
- No processing fee for service provider cancellations or technical issues
8. Special Cases
8.1 Outstation Bookings
For outstation bookings, cancellation and refund policies may vary. Please refer to the specific terms mentioned at the time of booking.
8.2 Promotional Offers
Bookings made using promotional codes or discounts are subject to the refund policy applicable to the base fare amount.
9. Contact Us
For any questions or assistance regarding refunds, please contact us:
Email: support@bookride.in
Phone: (+91)925 800 2554
Support Hours: 24/7
Address: Raipur, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, 248001