# Bustr

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/bustr

- Industry: Internet
- Headquarters: Brooklyn, US
- Website: www.buster.com
- Latest round: Seed (Jun 1, 2013)
- Investors on record: 1

## About

Bustr, Inc. is a specialized transportation company that offers comprehensive private group travel solutions through a fleet of charter buses and vans, catering to corporate clients and private groups alike.Bustr, Inc. was founded in 2012 and operates from its headquarters in Brooklyn, US, providing private group transportation services. The company has undergone strategic pivots to enhance its service offerings. The CEO is Harald Kruse, and the company was founded by Blake Rouse. Bustr has secured funding through 3 deals, most recently in July 2018, where it raised USD 1.10 mn from investors including Allen & Company and General Catalyst Partners, bringing its total funding to USD 1.10 mn.Bustr Charters specializes in providing comprehensive private group transportation services, focused on delivering a seamless travel experience through its fleet of well-maintained charter buses, mini buses, school buses, and sprinter vans. The company's core offerings are designed to meet the transportation needs of various customer segments, including corporate clients, educational institutions, sports teams, and private groups planning events such as weddings, team-building activities, and social outings. Bustr's services encompass the entire journey, from user-friendly trip planning and online reservations to proactive management and quality control during service execution. Their transportation solutions are operational across major metropolitan areas, including cities like New York, Atlanta, Boston, and Los Angeles, ensuring accessibility to a diverse clientele that includes camps, colleges, non-profits, and corporate organizations.Buster Charters generates revenue through a direct-to-consumer business model, primarily focusing on group transportation services that cater to both corporate and private clients. Transactions typically involve clients booking charter services for specific events, with pricing structured around hourly rates or flat fees depending on the service type and vehicle selected. The company’s flagship offerings include luxury coach buses equipped with amenities such as reclining seats and onboard entertainment, which command premium pricing due to their comfort and service quality. Clients engage with Buster Charters by submitting trip details to receive instant pricing, facilitating straightforward arrangements for events and ensuring that all transportation needs are met efficiently. The revenue model emphasizes reliability and professionalism, aiming to establish long-term partnerships with organizations requiring consistent transportation solutions.In July 2018, Bustr, Inc. was acquired by Global Charter Services, LLC. The company plans to leverage this acquisition to expand its service offerings and enhance operational efficiencies. Future strategies include introducing new transportation solutions tailored for corporate events and educational trips, with specific market expansions targeted in regions like Chicago and Miami by 2025. The recent funding will be utilized to support these initiatives, ensuring Bustr remains competitive in the evolving transportation landscape.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Jun 1, 2013 — Red Sea Ventures

## Investors

- Red Sea Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/red-sea-ventures) — Seed