Shuttle Experience
First Transit is the single largest provider of shuttle services in the nation, more than 20% of our contracts are shuttle bus operations. Our current shuttle customers include private companies, retirement communities, airlines, airports, universities, and rental car companies.
First Transit is successful at forging strong, collaborative partnerships with clients because we align ourselves with their missions, visions, goals, and expectations for a high-caliber shuttle system and customer service. We will embrace practices and procedures that have been successful and contributed to the many accomplishments we have seen in the operation of shuttle systems.
20%
of Clients are Shuttle Bus Operations
10
Airport Shuttle Locations
Passenger Experience
First Transit understands that our primary responsibilities are to our customers; both the clients we serve and our passengers. The transportation system will not only connect your passengers with their destinations but will become an integral part of your overall culture.
First Transit will work with you so that your shuttle services adapt to the changing needs of you and your passengers. We will develop a custom solution that fits your ground transportation needs.
Leader in Campus Transit
31
Dedicated Campus Transit Systems
7
Years average time with First Transit
800+
Buses in Service
15M
Annual Miles
First Transit, as the undisputed leader in university transportation solutions, has extensive experience in operating campus and public transit systems at 31 colleges and universities across the United States. From campus transit systems with just one vehicle up to 60 shuttles, we run transit systems for university clients of all sizes.
First Transit has more dedicated campus transit operations than any other provider. We are proud of our long tenure with several universities/ colleges—with nine institutions in successful partnership with First Transit for ten (10) or more years including our longest-standing partnership with Emory University—since 1994.
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SUCCESS STORY: T LINK, UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE
The University engaged First Transit, its provider for its on-campus fixed route service, to expand its current transportation network. We worked with our technology partner TransLoc to implement an on-demand campus transportation service, the T Link.
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Why First Transit?
With First Transit, you will have nearly seven decades of experience and professional skills to put to work for your transportation service. That includes the insights gained from operating and managing shuttle and transit services across North America, and around the world.
Cost Savings
Whether it's labor, fuel, equipment, facilities or innovative technology, we can help make your system more efficient—and effective. No matter where you are, our coast to coast service and global buying power ensure you’ll save—whether you upgrade your existing buses or have us provide new equipment for your shuttle bus needs. This sets free needed capital for you to invest in your other vital programs and facilities.
Trusted Provider
First Transit is the single largest provider of shuttle services in the nation, more than 20% of our contracts are shuttle operations. Our current shuttle customers include private companies, retirement communities, airlines, airports, universities, and rental car companies.
Innovative Technology
Our customized systems—such as computerized routing, GPS, automated tracking, passenger counting, onboard wifi and more—will optimize routing, tracking and productivity; and, could even reduce the number of buses you need to run your system.
Sustainability
Transportation is, by nature, a green initiative. In that spirit, and in support of our clients’ sustainability goals and green initiatives, we are constantly looking to provide solutions that protect our environment. These include the implementation of innovative technologies, responsible vehicle maintenance and cleaning practices, and the use of alternative and sustainable fueled vehicles and energy-efficient equipment.
Smart Maintenance
Our comprehensive preventative maintenance program works to avoid breakdowns and reduce costs through utilizing the LEAN methodology and a paperless approach to maintenance services. This approach to maintenance improves in the overall effectiveness by valuing organization and ending waste. Lean processes translate to a reduction in operational costs by targeting strategic areas and keeping vehicles operating longer. In turn, this means fewer service interruptions in your daily schedules—and fewer hassles for you, your staff, and your customers.