Last updated 2026-06-18
- Acquired by null, Jan 2016
- Raised $5k grant, May 2015
- Raised $300k funding round, Jan 2014
Total raised
$305K
Last: Grant 2015-05
Stage
Acquired
Founded
2014
Headcount
7
HQ
Jerusalem, Israel
Sector
Business Software
About
SmartBus is building a web-based and mobile platform for reserving buses and minibuses. The SmartBus platform can help save 35% to 45% of transport costs for groups. SmartBus sends passenger offers to drivers in real time. Its algorithm enables drivers to schedule and track rides more efficiently, allowing them to pass the savings on to the passengers.
Funding history · 2 rounds · $305K total
2015-05
Grant
$5K
2014-01
$300K
Q&A
- What is SmartBus's primary business?
- SmartBus is building a web-based and mobile platform for reserving buses and minibuses, aiming to help groups save 35% to 45% on transport costs.
- When was SmartBus founded?
- SmartBus was founded in January 2014.
- What is the current status of SmartBus?
- SmartBus was acquired in January 2016 and is currently inactive.
- Who founded SmartBus?
- Yishai Cohen is the founder of SmartBus.
- What was the total amount of funding raised by SmartBus?
- SmartBus raised a total of $305,000.
- When did SmartBus receive its last funding?
- SmartBus received a Grant of $5,000 in May 2015 from #JerusalemApp Smart City Contest.
- What technologies does SmartBus utilize?
- SmartBus utilizes Platforms & Interfaces, Web, and Mobile technologies.
Team · 1
Sectors & technology
Primary sector
Business Software
Sub-sectors
Business SoftwareSales & Marketing SolutionsAutomotive & Mobility TechnologiesUrban Mobility
Technologies
Platforms & InterfacesWebMobile
Target customers
ConsumersProfessionals & Gig EconomyEvent OrganizersDemographics & FamilyWomenMenRecreational & LifestyleTravellers & TouristsEnterprise & Professional ServicesEnterprises
Business model
B2GB2B2CB2B
Highlights
Verified
Tags
mobile-platformweb-applicationpublic-transportationtransportationschedulingbookingsmart-mobilityshared-mobility
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External links
| linkedin.com/company/5178161 | |
| facebook.com/smartbusapp | |
| YouTube | youtube.com/channel/UCYh_bPTjJ7EuncEbvhQmMvA |
Identifiers & details
| Founded | 2014-1 |
|---|---|
| Employees (exact) | 7 |
| Status reason | Acquired (Inactive) by null on Jan 2016 - closed due to acquisition |
Acquisitions & public offerings
Acquired by null 2016-01