School Transportation Services | Zeelo

Safe, efficient and sustainable student transportation

Zeelo reduces your transportation costs by 20% and takes away the headache of managing school transportation with an all inclusive, data driven, transportation management service.

Rated 9.5/10 by parents

24/7 Customer service and live monitoring

100% Carbon neutral service

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Optimize Your Transportation Budget

We’ll help you maximize the reach and usage of your bus service thanks to our routing software & support with parent engagement.

Zeelo leverages stop usage data and passenger insights to create the most convenient route for as many students as possible, helping you improve recruitment, reduce travel time and optimize costs.

Data driven route design
We use anonymized address data to find new demand and reduce travel time.

Increased access
Flexible ticketing options make your bus service accessible to all students.

Proactive optimization
We’ll suggest ways to achieve your goals, cost reduction, and student recruitment.

Before Zeelo With Zeelo

The Leading School Bus Experience for Parents and Students

Give parents and students access to Zeelo's leading rider technology + 24/7 customer support to put their mind at ease.

Flexible tickets

Parents can use credits, passes, or day passes for ultimate flexibility or to suit their budget.

Vehicle tracking

Parents and students can track the vehicle’s location and get notified when their child boards or gets off.

Dedicated booking page

Branded booking page to display all the information about your bus service to parents and students.

Manage several children

The booking experience is designed to easily manage bookings for one or several children.

24/7 Support

Speak to a human on the phone or on live chat in under 2 minutes to get help.

Most Reliable School Buses

We’ll save you time, money and give you peace of mind by fully managing top quality vetted operators from our local network. Safety is at the heart of how we manage operator partners, from live monitoring, to regular operator audits and driver background checks.

Carefully selected and vetted operators
We inspect all operators before forming partnerships and we audit them every 6 months to ensure the highest safety standards.

Driver training and support
Our partner drivers are trained on using our technology and test-run your routes ahead of the big day to ensure a spotless launch.

Issue resolution
If an issue occurs on the road, we’ll organize alternative transportation and keep everyone informed. We’ll then ensure it’s tackled at root cause so it doesn’t occur again.

Performance management program
Our data-driven process monitors on-time performance, issue rate, and driver behavior.

One Price. No Hidden Fees.

All inclusive transportation management service

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Discover the features powering the best home to school journeys.

24/7 Support
Get round-the-clock assistance to ensure a safe and reliable journey between home and school.

Restricted access
Secure access by only allowing invited Parents & Students to view transport info.

SLAs Reporting
Monitor service performance with detailed reports on Service Level Agreements for operational transparency.

Capacity Reporting
Track vehicle occupancy in real-time to optimize routes and ensure efficient fleet management.

Stop usage analysis
Gain insights into rider behavior with data on stop popularity and frequency for smarter route planning and efficiency.

ROI reporting
Measure the impact of your home to school service with comprehensive Return on Investment (ROI) insights.

RFID / NFC Badges
Enable fast, contactless check-ins with RFID and NFC technology for secure rider verification.

Concession pricing
Offer tailored fare structures with flexible pricing options for specific rider groups or routes e.g. sibling discounts.

Flexible pricing
Adapt pricing models to match school needs, from distance based fares to fixed-rate structures.

Pass waiting list
Manage high-demand routes with a waitlist system alerting riders when more passes become available.

Stop requests
Empower parents to request new stops, enhancing route coverage based on real user demand.

Riders heatmap
Visualize rider activity with heatmaps to identify high-demand areas and attract new students.

Frequently asked questions

Why do I need Zeelo to manage our transportation?

Zeelo believes that your organization should expect more from their school transportation than just “getting by”. By using data to make smarter transportation decisions, we aim to get more cars off the road, reduce congestion and pollution at the school gates and maximize your catchment area, whilst removing the headache of managing your own transportation.

We also know that parents' expectations towards school transportation have changed, and they now expect to manage their children's school bus with user-friendly technology.

Isn’t this just going to cost me more money when budgets are already being squeezed?

Actually, we have demonstrated with our clients how they can actually save money with Zeelo! By optimizing routes and providing more flexible ticket options we reduce the number of empty seats. By working with a variety of operators we can source the most appropriate sized vehicle for the job. Our fully managed service also removes a huge administrative burden, freeing up your team to do what they do best.

How does Zeelo create routes and timetables?

Zeelo uses its proprietary routing technology and your information to create optimized routes and schedules. When working with your team we will collect anonymized address data which will be analyzed by our routing algorithm, generating routes customized to achieve your organization's goals. We will also take into account the knowledge from your team, parents, and from operators to ensure maximum rider uptake on your routes. Before the service is launched, these routes will be checked and risk-assessed to be suitable for your students.

Where do you currently operate?

Zeelo currently operates staff shuttles globally in the United States, the United Kingdom & Ireland.

How long do I have to commit for?

The length of a program is determined by your organization's needs. Length varies, but programs are typically 3-5 years, providing stability and consistency of service. However, we will look at specific shorter-term requirements where needed. Speak with our transportation experts to determine the best option for your program.

What vehicle sizes are available for my organization?

Zeelo has a nationwide operator network that allows us to access vehicles from 16-seater mini-buses through to traditional yellow school buses. Vehicle size will be determined based on your organization's needs and providing the best value for money. Our flexible contracts with operators enable us to be proactive in making changes to services and vehicles as required.

How do you determine pricing?

After your introduction to Zeelo and a free non-obligation consultation, we'll provide you with a custom pricing proposal. Zeelo considers your organization's specific needs when determining pricing. This includes routes, vehicle size, schedules, ticketing, customer support, and more. There are no extra fees for additional support or training or the number of revisions to route planning. We work very closely with our clients to ensure their budget requirements remain a key focus and they get the most value for their money.

Trusted. Every trip.

Zeelo is the smart bus platform for organizations. We design, manage and optimize transportation programs to help our clients achieve their goals.