# Efficient Bus Travel Apps This App Makes It Easier for Consumers to Purchase Bus Tickets on the Go By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2015-09-24 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/purchase-bus-tickets References: [betalist](http://betalist.com/startups/touchbus) & [touchbus](http://touchbus.com/) 'TouchBus' is a new company that makes it easier for consumers to purchase bus tickets on the go. With so many coach companies running similar services, it can be difficult for consumers to [plan out their next trip](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trip-planning-platform). This app makes it easier for consumers to search, compare and purchase bus tickets on the go. TouchBus operates as a mobile application that connects consumers to bus providers. The app allows users to search, compare and purchase bus tickets all within the application. These tickets can then be saved on the user's phone to streamline the boarding process. The service helps users skip lengthy ticket booth lines and avoid expensive surcharges. TouchBus' meta-search option also helps consumers find the bus provider with the lowest rates. The new ticket-purchasing platform makes it easier than ever for consumers to travel by bus. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Transportation](https://www.trendhunter.com/transportation) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Mobile Bus Ticketing:** TouchBus is leading the trend in mobile bus ticketing apps. - **Meta-search for Transport:** TouchBus' meta-search option sets a trend for transport apps to include comparison services. - **Streamlined Boarding Processes:** TouchBus' feature of saving tickets on the user's phone points to a trend of more efficient boarding processes for transport using apps. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Transport:** TouchBus and similar apps are disrupting the transport industry by empowering consumers with easy access to ticket purchase and transportation options. - **Mobile App:** TouchBus provides an example of how to make a simple and accessible mobile app to cater to many customers. - **Travel:** Apps like TouchBus are creating a disruption in the travel industry by simplifying ticket purchase and making it easier for people to travel. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Train-Specific Digital Ticketing Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/save-a-train.md) - [Comprehensive Travel Navigation Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/destination-app.md) - [Convenience-Focused Transportation Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transportation-apps.md) - [Smart Travel Planners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cityone.md) - [Multi-Modal Intercity Travel Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brightline.md) - [Travel Planning Assistants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/time2pack.md) - [Efficient Travel Planners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/travel-stash.md) - [Proactive School Bus-Tracking Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/school-bustracking.md) - [Detailed Travel-Planning Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/80daysme.md)