Can I Get Cash Payments with CabFare? Full Guide for Drivers

Introduction

A question we hear often from drivers is:

“Can I get my CabFare payments in cash?”

The short answer is no, CabFare does not pay out in cash. Instead, all driver earnings are settled via next-day bank transfer.

This guide explains why CabFare operates this way, how it benefits drivers, and what options are available if you still want cash in hand.

Why CabFare Doesn’t Offer Cash Payouts

Cash payouts were once common in the taxi industry, but today they create more problems than they solve. Here’s why CabFare has chosen to only use electronic bank transfers:

• ✅ Faster access – With CabFare, you receive your earnings the very next business day. Compare this to older systems where payments could take weeks.

• ✅ Safer & more secure – No risk of carrying large amounts of cash or losing earnings through theft or error.

• ✅ Fully compliant – All transactions meet Australian state and territory regulations , giving both drivers and networks peace of mind.

• ✅ Transparent records – Clear, trackable digital statements make it easy to manage your income and lodge taxes.

• ✅ Lower cost – By avoiding middlemen, CabFare keeps your costs down. No hidden cash-out fees or commissions eating into your takings.

By focusing on bank transfers, CabFare ensures drivers are paid quickly, safely, and in full.

What If I Still Want Cash Payments?

Some drivers prefer cash for personal or operational reasons. While CabFare doesn’t directly offer this service, there are taxi brokers who provide cash advances.

• In Melbourne, drivers can call Alex Taxi Broker to access cash payouts.

• More broker recommendations will be added soon for other states and territories. Contact us if you have questions.

These brokers essentially provide a “cash advance” against your digital takings. While convenient, remember:

• Fees or commissions may apply.

• Settlement speed can vary.

• It’s an extra step outside of CabFare’s direct payout system.

The Industry Shift Away from Cash

The Australian taxi and point-to-point transport industry has moved strongly toward cashless operations. Passengers increasingly prefer to pay by card or digital wallet, and regulators require operators to use compliant, auditable payment systems.

For drivers, this means:

• Higher fare coverage (passengers rarely get turned away for lack of cash).

• Reduced disputes with clear digital records.

• Faster driver earnings compared to traditional Cabcharge settlement times.

While cash brokers remain an option, the industry trend is clear: fast electronic transfers are the future.

Final Word

CabFare does not offer cash payments. Instead, we guarantee next-day bank transfers, giving drivers fast, compliant, and reliable access to their earnings.

If you prefer cash, you can work with third-party taxi brokers like Alex Taxi Broker in Melbourne — and we’ll continue to add recommended brokers across other states.

Ready to start getting your earnings faster?

Apply for a CabFare Terminal today or try our Tap to Pay App.