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Bus.com

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A bus rental platform used by event producers, companies, and teams

Montreal, CanadaFounded 2014Transportation
Valuation $50–100M Last recorded · 2019
Headcount <100 Current team size
Total funding $10–50M Disclosed equity funding
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About Bus.com

Bus.com operates as a technology-driven platform in the North American group transportation market, aiming to modernize the charter bus industry. Founded in 2013 by Kyle Boulay and Wolf Kohlberg, and officially launched in 2014, the Montreal-based company originated as Sharethebus before rebranding. The firm's business model centers on an online marketplace that connects customers with a network of over 3,300 vetted local bus operators, streamlining the process of booking group transportation. This approach allows Bus.com to offer a wide range of vehicle options without owning a fleet, providing scalability and flexibility.

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Revenue is generated by facilitating these bookings for a diverse client base that includes corporations, transit authorities, event planners, sports teams, and educational institutions. Initially focused on events like music festivals, the company has expanded its services to include employee shuttles, last-mile connectivity, conference transportation, and public transit solutions. The platform simplifies the logistical complexities of organizing group travel by offering an online booking tool, GPS tracking of buses, and 24/7 customer support. Key features include customizable and scalable shuttle services, which can be adjusted for vehicle size, frequency, and hours of operation to meet specific client needs.

Since its inception, Bus.com has secured significant investment, raising a total of $21.7 million over five funding rounds. Notable investors include Autotech Ventures, Cycle Capital Management, BMW iVentures, and Y Combinator, indicating confidence in its technology-first approach to a traditional industry. This capital has fueled the company's expansion across more than 100 cities in North America and the development of its technology platform. Milestones include partnerships with major events like Cirque du Soleil and providing essential transportation for healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Co-founder Kyle Boulay, who served as CEO, guided the company through its Series B funding before departing in 2020 to become an executive coach for other startup founders. Keywords: group transportation, charter bus, shuttle services, mobility tech, logistics platform, event transportation, employee commute, transit solutions, travel technology, marketplace

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At a glance

Status
Operational
Founded
2014
Headquarters
Montreal, Canada
Employees
97
Open positions
None listed
Dealroom signal
67.8/100
Sub-industry
Mobility, Search, Buy & Rent
Sector
Transportation, Mobility, Collaboration, Travel, Android, Tourism, Bus, Car Sharing, Sharing Economy
Business model
Marketplace & ecommerce, SaaS
Client focus
b2b, b2c

Funding history

5 recorded events

Company financing events and reported valuations.

Deal typeDateAmountValuationInvestorsSource
SERIES B✓Equity / VC Jun 2019 $15M $60M Y Combinator · BMW i Ventures · Real Ventures · Jackson Square Ventures —
SERIES A✓Equity / VC Apr 2017 $5M $20M Y Combinator · Jackson Square Ventures · BMW i Ventures · Real Ventures —
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Growth signals

Bus.com website traffic

Latest recorded traffic for Bus.com is 29K monthly website visits, down 27.5% over the last three months. Bus.com's team declined 1% over the past year.

Latest monthly visits29K 3-month web change-27.5% 1-year team growth-1%
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Investors

13 investors on the cap table

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Seed2 investors entered at this stage

Series A5 investors entered at this stage

  • Ian Jeffrey
  • Real Ventures
  • Jackson Square Ventures
  • BMW i Ventures
  • Autotech Ventures

Other known investors6 additional known investors

  • 0MC
  • Capital Angel Network
  • Enjoy The Work
  • FJ Labs
  • FounderFuel
  • Maple Leaf Angels
Team profiled 33 named & role-tagged
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Key operators 2 quality Hidden — book a demo/100
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Global footprint

Workforce and web traffic by country
Workforce by country
6 countries with
team presence
🇨🇦 Canada33.3%
🇺🇸 United States25%
🇰🇪 Kenya16.7%
🇲🇦 Morocco8.3%
🇮🇳 India8.3%
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