ELIZABETH, NJ (May 1, 2023) Megabus, one of the largest bus companies in North America has teamed up with Transcor Data Services (TDS), a leader in providing innovative transportation technology and software throughout the US and Canada.
This week, due to the partnership, tickets are now available through real time integration, link booking and capacity sharing with several transportation partners including Peter Pan Bus Lines, Northwestern Stage Lines and Salt Lake Express. Many more Megabus partners will soon be onboarded through the TDS integration.
The technology integration with TDS has allowed Megabus to expand its geographical presence and increase ridership for its partners. Megabus and TDS will continue to provide unparalleled ground transportation service while supporting and growing the coast-to-coast bus transportation grid. Together they will advance and refine software and services to seamlessly link bus operations throughout North America, enhancing the overall customer experience.
“Working with TDS is offering tremendous growth potential for us and our partners,” said Colin Emberson, VP Commercial for Megabus. “This new technology not only allows us to sell more tickets but opens up the potential for greater advances in the near future.”
“This is a huge step forward for Megabus, its carrier partners, and their collective passengers,” said Terry Cordell, CEO of TDS. “Megabus has a clear focus on strengthening the overall bus customer experience. TDS is excited to continue our journey together as we explore more opportunities to improve bus travel.”
About Megabus:
Megabus offers city to city express bus service across North America with fares as low as $1. The safety of our customers is our top priority while also offering convenient, cost-effective service. In an effort to increase transparency and provide our customers with peace of mind, we have recently introduced real time tracking on our buses. Customers can now monitor their buses with live departure and arrival times. Another key commitment of ours is providing eco-friendly travel and reducing our carbon footprint whenever possible. Our buses emit the least carbon dioxide per mile when compared to other vehicles and are seven times more energy and fuel-efficient than single-occupancy automobiles. Our buses are three times more efficient in reducing carbon dioxide output when compared to commuter rail, and six times more efficient than transit buses.
About Transcor Data Services:
Transcor Data Services (“TDS”) provides the ground transportation industry with next-generation multi-modal intelligent mobility technology designed to enhance efficiency, maximize revenue, and optimize a seamless customer experience. TDS is a fully integrated solutions provider offering advanced platform applications and consulting services that support dynamic routing, intelligent pricing, capacity and revenue management, multi-carrier integrations and more. Learn more about TDS at tds.ai.
