Mileage for Uber drivers
Per mile
Can Uber Drivers Write Off Mileage?
Short answer: Yes: Uber drivers can deduct business miles at the IRS standard mileage rate, which already covers gas, insurance, and wear.
Miles driven while online waiting for or heading to riders count, not just trip miles. Use the standard mileage rate (70 cents a mile for 2025, adjusted yearly) or actual costs times business-use percentage, not both in the same year.
Records to keep: Keep receipts, 1099s and platform tax summaries, a mileage log, and a note of the business purpose.
Mileage for Uber drivers
Per mile
Gig Economy / Rideshare / Delivery Apps
Yes: Uber drivers can deduct business miles at the IRS standard mileage rate, which already covers gas, insurance, and wear.
Business justification
Yes: Uber drivers can deduct business miles at the IRS standard mileage rate, which already covers gas, insurance, and wear. Miles driven while online waiting for or heading to riders count, not just trip miles. Use the standard mileage rate (70 cents a mile for 2025, adjusted yearly) or actual costs times business-use percentage, not both in the same year.
Category
- Write-Offs by Profession