In large cities, a full-time ride-hailing driver typically earns a net income of €1,300–1,700 per month, depending on the city, working hours, bonuses and the variable component linked to turnover applied by each company. Industry collective agreements set the minimum; market practice and the shortage of good drivers determine the rest.
For the employer, the relevant figure is different: the total cost to the employer — gross salary plus employer’s National Insurance contributions — which is significantly higher than the net pay received by the driver. It is the largest item in the operating account of a ride-hailing company employing staff, ahead of the vehicle and fuel.
Two honest management observations:
- Staff turnover is expensive. A good, stable driver generates more revenue (they know the areas and off-peak times) and looks after the vehicle; paying them well is usually more cost-effective than replacing them every four months.
- Double shifts change the equation: two drivers per vehicle increase revenue, but also labour costs and wear and tear.
Calculate your scenario using up-to-date data in the [driver salary] tool (/herramientas/sueldo-conductor) and the [profitability simulator] (/herramientas/simulador-rentabilidad).
LAST REVIEWED · Jul 19, 2026 — VTC360 guide: general criteria, not advice for your specific case.