Driving School Transportation into the Future

Get every student to school on time. HopSkipDrive is a leader in supplemental student transportation, offering access to safe, reliable rides as well as RouteWise AI™,  the world’s first student transportation intelligence platform, all powered by transformative technology.

How We Help

HopSkipDrive solves complex transportation challenges where there is a heightened need for safety, equity, and care.

Supplemental Transportation

We fill school transportation gaps. Our network of highly vetted CareDrivers in small vehicles supplements existing services like yellow buses, providing support when and where schools and riders need it most.

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RouteWise AI™

Customized, data-driven routing plans tailored to school district requirements, priorities, and constraints.

The HopSkipDrive Difference

Technology-powered solutions for safe, dependable, and individually tailored student transportation.

Reliable Rides When You Need Them

HopSkipDrive's flexible network of vetted caregivers in small vehicles enables ride bookings with just six hours' notice.

Technology to Equip School Districts with New Options

Solve for bus driver shortages, bell time policy changes, and more with HopSkipDrive’s intuitive platform and AI-powered routing software.

We Always Put Safety First

Safety is in our DNA. From our 15-point CareDriver certification to cutting-edge Safe Ride Technology, HopSkipDrive is the industry leader in safety and transparency.

Who We Support

Schools

HopSkipDrive empowers schools to overcome driver shortages and efficiently meet the unique transportation needs of every student with time-saving technology and a flexible network of CareDrivers that supplements yellow buses.

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Families

Busy parents need reliability — and kids need structure to thrive. We understand how complicated it can be to get kids where they need to go, and we’re here to help.

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Government Agencies and Nonprofits

HopSkipDrive supports counties, government agencies, and nonprofits in arranging reliable, safe transportation for anyone who needs a little extra care.

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CareDrivers®

Earn a safe, flexible income while helping students and families in your community.

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The Leading Provider of Supplemental School Transportation Solutions

We are trusted by school districts around the country to solve their biggest challenges with safety, equity, and care driving everything we do.

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10K+

Schools Helped

5M+

Rides Completed

95M+

Safe Miles Driven

How HopSkipDrive Works

Your Child's Personalized Profile

Your rider’s school creates a personalized rider profile tailored to your child's unique needs and preferences, ensuring every ride is suited to them.

Dedicated Support Line for Your Child

Receive a text with our mobile app download link to track rides in real-time. Call our dedicated caregiver line at (213) 737-9600 to further personalize your child's experience. Before each ride, you'll receive texts with the CareDriver's photo, name, bio, and vehicle details so you and your child feel completely prepared.

Multi-Step Verification Process

Have your rider ready 10 minutes before the scheduled pickup time and watch for our distinctive orange HopSkipDrive decal to easily identify the CareDriver's vehicle. Follow the verification protocol - CareDrivers provide your rider's name and code word (set in the app), while your child confirms their birthday for added security.

Timely & Consistent Notifications

Receive live updates when the CareDriver is en route, arrives, departs, and safely reaches the destination. Track the entire journey in real-time through the HopSkipDrive app and communicate directly with CareDrivers whenever needed.

Changes To Your Rides

If you need to edit the address or make changes to the ride, reach out to your school at least 8 hours in advance.

Get Started Today

For complete control and instant information about your child's rides, make sure to download the HopSkipDrive app. It's the best way to stay connected, track progress, and manage everything on the go.

What Our Clients Say

Here’s what some of our education partners have to say about working with HopSkipDrive.

HopSkipDrive has been a necessary and invaluable school transportation partner to Denver Public Schools. Bus driver shortages have been challenging to our transportation department, but HopSkipDrive’s introduction of a flexible driver supply and easy-to-use technology helped us free up assets and optimize our transportation.”

Denver Public Schools

—Albert Samora, Executive Director of Transportation

“We’ve had a very positive experience working with HopSkipDrive. Any time there has been a challenge, the company has been very responsive with figuring out a solution.”

Pleasanton Unified School District

—Elise Greenaway, Social Worker

“With HopSkipDrive, the students are able to get home sooner and do homework, or they’re able to stay at the school for extracurricular activities instead of being on the bus for an hour or more.”

Tolleson Union High School District

—Dr. Rosalva Lagunas, Director of Federal Programs and Grants

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