Yolobus

What Yolobus does

Yolobus is the public transit brand of the Yolo Transportation District (YoloTD), a California special-purpose government transportation district headquartered at 350 Industrial Way, Woodland. Founded in 1982 and operating across Yolo County and into downtown Sacramento and Sacramento International Airport, Yolobus runs 17 fixed-route bus services 365 days a year serving five jurisdictions — Davis, West Sacramento, Winters, Woodland, and downtown Sacramento — alongside two complementary lines: BeeLine, an on-demand microtransit service in Knights Landing, Winters, Woodland, and Yolo zones, and Yolobus Special, ADA paratransit for riders unable to use fixed routes. Key destinations served include UC Davis, UC Davis Medical Center, Aggie Square, Sacramento International Airport, Sutter Health Park, and Cache Creek Casino Resort; the Causeway Connection (Route 138) is a zero-emission bus co-managed with SacRT linking Davis and Sacramento.

The underlying technology stack centers on Yolobus LIVE real-time AVL bus tracking, the Transit Connect mobile fare payment app (Phase 1 launched February 2026, replacing ZipPass, which was discontinued April 2026), and the Connect Card regional RFID fare system accepted across the Sacramento region. Rider-facing communication runs through the Yolobus Alert notification system operated by Transdev under a contracted operations agreement, plus email newsletters and a Facebook page. Fares are unit-priced for single rides ($2.00 local, $2.25 intercity, $3.25 express) with monthly passes ($84–$121) and shared SacRT/Yolobus passes ($7.00 daily, $100.00 monthly). BeeLine fares are flat by zone ($2.00–$3.00) and ADA paratransit fares range from $4.00 to $6.00. Youth aged 0–18 ride free on fixed routes, and reduced fares apply to seniors 62+ and disabled riders.

Yolobus monetizes through a diversified mix of fare-box revenue, exterior and interior bus advertising (exterior sales handled by Aldrete Communications), and state, federal, and local transportation grants administered by YoloTD. The go-to-market is direct-to-consumer: riders access services at bus stops, via mobile apps, and at the Woodland customer service center, while institutional reach is extended through partnerships with UC Davis, Sutter Health Park, and the Cities of Davis, Woodland, and West Sacramento. Regional integration with SacRT, Unitrans (summer 2026), and Capitol Corridor enables multi-agency passes and transfers. As a public agency, Yolobus has no parent company, private equity, or funding rounds, and is governed by a YoloTD Board of Directors with bus operations contracted to Transdev.

Name

Yolobus

Legal name

Yolo Transportation District

Website

https://www.yolobus.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1982

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Yolobus is the public transit system of the Yolo Transportation District, providing fixed-route bus service, BeeLine on-demand microtransit, and ADA paratransit across Yolo County, California, and into downtown Sacramento and Sacramento International Airport, serving residents, UC Davis students, and intercity commuters.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Public Transit Services

NAICS

Bus and Other Motor Vehicle Transit Systems (485113), Interurban and Rural Bus Transportation (48521)

SIC

Local & Suburban Transit & Interurban Hwy Passenger Trans (4100)

akta.pro primary industry

Regional/County Public Bus Operators (THAIAEAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Last-Mile On-Demand Feeder to Transit (First/Last-Mile Providers) (THAIAGAJ), Community & Senior Transportation Shuttles (Dial-a-Ride, Non-ADA) (TLAFAJAI)

Keywords

• Public bus transit
• Fixed-route transit service
• On-demand microtransit
• ADA paratransit service
• Regional transit fare payment

Headquarters

HQ city

Woodland

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Fixed Route Bus Fares: Revenue generated from single ride tickets, monthly passes, and daily passes for local, intercity, and express bus routes. Fares vary by route type with local fares at $2.00, intercity at $2.25, and express at $3.25 for regular adults. Monthly passes range from $84 to $121 depending on route type. Youth ages 0-18 ride free.
2. BeeLine On-Demand Microtransit Fares: Revenue from on-demand microtransit service with flat one-way fees ranging from $2.00 to $3.00 depending on zone, with reduced rates for seniors/disabled and youth.
3. ADA Paratransit Fares: Revenue from ADA-eligible paratransit service with fares of $4.00 (local), $4.50 (intercity), and $6.00 (premium for medical facilities in Sacramento).
4. Bus Advertising: Revenue from exterior bus advertising and interior bus ads. Exterior advertising sold through Aldrete Communications. Interior ads available exclusively for government agencies and nonprofit organizations.
5. Regional Shared Passes: Revenue from shared daily and monthly passes with Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT). Daily pass at $7.00 regular / $3.50 reduced. Monthly pass at $100.00 regular / $50.00 reduced.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Yolobus delivers public bus transportation across Yolo County through three service lines: (1) fixed-route local, intercity, and express bus service operating 365 days a year across 17 routes, (2) BeeLine on-demand microtransit in four service zones (Knights Landing, Winters, Yolo, Woodland), and (3) Yolobus Special ADA paratransit for disabled riders. Fare payment is supported through cash onboard, the Connect Card regional RFID card, and the Transit Connect mobile fare app.

Product overview

Yolobus is a public transit system operated by Yolo Transportation District offering a portfolio of transit services: fixed-route bus services (local, intercity, and express routes) as the core product, supplemented by BeeLine on-demand microtransit for flexible trips, and Yolobus Special ADA paratransit for disabled riders. Fare collection is facilitated through the Transit Connect mobile app (replacing the discontinued ZipPass app) and Connect Card regional electronic payment system. Real-time tracking and alert notification services round out the rider-facing technology offerings.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• BeeLine: On-demand microtransit/rideshare service offering convenient and affordable trips within several zones in Yolo County, operating in Knights Landing, Winters, Woodland, and Yolo.

Products and services

• Yolobus Fixed Routes Local, intercity, and express public bus service operating 365 days a year across Yolo County cities (Davis, West Sacramento, Winters, Woodland) with connections to downtown Sacramento and Sacramento International Airport. Serves general public commuters, students, and intercity travelers with fares ranging from $2.00 to $3.25 per ride and monthly passes from $84 to $121.
• BeeLine On-Demand Microtransit On-demand rideshare/microtransit service offering convenient and affordable trips within four zones in Yolo County (Knights Landing, Winters, Woodland, Yolo) using small vehicles. Bookable via the BeeLine mobile app (iOS/Android) or by phone, with flat one-way fares of $2.00-$3.00 and reduced fares of $1.50 for seniors, disabled, and youth.
• Yolobus Special ADA Paratransit ADA paratransit service for riders who are unable to utilize fixed-route buses due to disability, operating within 3/4 mile of fixed-route bus services. Available to ADA-eligible riders by application with fares of $4.00 (local), $4.50 (intercity), and $6.00 (premium for medical facilities in Sacramento).
• Causeway Connection (Route 138 Zero Emission Bus) Zero-emission electric bus service (Route 138) co-managed by Yolobus and SacRT, providing hourly service Monday through Friday between the Davis Silo Terminal and Sacramento (UC Davis Medical Center and Aggie Square) with 30 daily trips.

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• TransdevcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerTransdev is the contracted operator of Yolobus bus services. They operate the Yolobus Alert system for sending mobile text and email alerts to riders about schedule changes, delays, and emergencies.
• Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSacRT and Yolobus offer shared daily and monthly passes valid on both transit systems. Both agencies use the Transit Connect mobile fare app. SacRT also hosts shared customer service for Yolobus passes.
• UnitransminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUC Davis Unitrans service is free for Yolobus pass holders. Yolobus accepts Unitrans passes within the City of Davis on Routes 42A, 42B, and temporary Yolobus-operated Unitrans routes. Unitrans integration in Transit Connect app coming summer 2026.
• Capitol Corridor (Amtrak)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerYolobus accepts Capitol Corridor transfers for one-way trips through the month and date punched on the transfer. Not accepted on Express or Special Service routes.
• Aldrete Communications, LLCcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAldrete Communications handles all exterior bus advertising sales for Yolobus. Contact: [email protected] or (916) 501-2654. They provide media kits with pricing, availability, and design options.
• SacRT (Causeway Connection)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Causeway Connection (Route 138) is a zero emission bus service co-managed by Yolobus and SacRT, providing hourly service Monday-Friday between Davis and Sacramento with 30 daily trips.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT): SacRT operates bus and light rail service across the Sacramento region and shares fare integration, the Connect Card system, and the Causeway Connection Route 138 with Yolobus. It is the most direct comparable in scale and operating model within Yolobus's service ecosystem.
• Unitrans (UC Davis): UC Davis's student-operated bus service that accepts Yolobus passes and is integrating onto the Transit Connect app in 2026. Operates the same Davis-area routes for a similar rider base, with mutual fare acceptance making it the closest service-overlap peer.

Regional players

• Roseville Transit: Placer County's fixed-route and Dial-A-Ride bus operator serving the Sacramento metro from the northeast. Comparable suburban/regional commuter transit model in a neighboring county, including fixed routes, paratransit, and microtransit.
• El Dorado Transit: El Dorado County's public transit operator providing fixed routes, commuter service to Sacramento, and demand-response services. Directly comparable as a small California county-level transit district with similar fixed-route plus paratransit structure.
• Placer County Transit: Placer County's transit division operating fixed routes and commuter service between Auburn/Sacramento. Same Northern California suburban/regional commuter transit model, providing a clean benchmark for performance and fare structure.
• Fairfield and Suisun Transit (FAST): Solano County's fixed-route bus operator with local, intercity, and paratransit services. Comparable mid-sized Northern California county transit district with a multi-modal service portfolio analogous to Yolobus.
• SamTrans (San Mateo County Transit District): San Mateo County's bus and paratransit operator, similar in being a California county-level transit district with a comparable mix of fixed routes, paratransit, and inter-agency fare integration.

Broad incumbents

• Via Transportation: Largest provider of microtransit technology platforms to public transit agencies in North America, including powering on-demand transit models similar to Yolobus's BeeLine service. Comparable as the dominant technology backbone for the kind of demand-response service Yolobus has built.

Others

• Capitol Corridor Joint Powers Authority: Amtrak-operated regional rail service connecting the Sacramento region to the Bay Area, with Yolobus transfer integration. Comparable as a regional multimodal transit partner rather than a direct competitor.
• Transdev: Largest private-sector operator of public transit in North America and Yolobus's contracted operations partner (also running the Yolobus Alert system). Comparable as the operational backbone for Yolobus's bus service delivery.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/Yolobus
• Xx.com/yolobusYCTD

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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