Online Bus Booking System

What are the benefits of the Online Bus Ticket Booking System over the conventional Ticket Booking Procedure?

The rise in popularity of online bus ticket booking systems is due to the ease of handling and less time consumption. Various wise features incorporated in the app offer apt and convenient solutions for both users and owners. The several benefits of the digitalized ticket booking process are:

Easy and Time-Saving – Booking bus tickets through the digital platform is easy to operate and gets it done instantly. 

Check Availability – Users can check the status of seat availability online from anywhere, anytime.

View Routes – Apps allow users to view the route that further helps them pick their preferred destination.

Get the Preferred Time – Users can pick the time best suitable to travel by viewing the bus schedules.

Ease of Payment – Online ticket booking offers easy modes of payment where users can select the best suitable option.

Get the Benefits of Deals – Bus booking apps offer promotional deals and offers, beneficial for both the users and owner.

Real-Time Tracking – A few advanced ticket booking apps allow real-time tracking of the ride.

Notification System – Ticket confirmation to ride cancellation, users remain updated with every progress through an effective notification system.

What are the features of the best bus ticket booking app?

Let’s check out the essential features of the best bus ticket booking application.

Customer Panel –

• Registration– The registration feature lets the customer register onto the app by filling in personal details like name, address, dob, phone number, e-mail, etc.
• Availability / Inquiry– This feature lets the customer know the availability of the transport companies and the buses. It works based on the filters of bus availability for the desired destination on the planned date.
• Print ticket– It allows the customer to print the ticket and keep a copy during travel.
• Cancel Request– It lets the user send a ticket cancel request. It further provides options for the refund or rescheduling of the ticket.
• Payment Gateway– The feature facilitates several online options for paying the ticket amount to users.
• Discount– Users come to know about the ongoing discount schemes, loyalty points, or deals through this feature.
• Notification/Alerts– The notification feature keeps the user notified through an automated system about bus booking updates.
• Customer Support– This feature allows the user to contact customer support services for issues related to the app or the ticket bookings.
• Rate and Write Review– It offers a platform for the users to rate and write about their experience of the ticket booking system.

Counter/Bus Operator Panel

• Login– It allows the operator to log in to the system.
• Ticket Authentication– It helps the operator, checking and verify the customer details through the QR code on the ticket.
• Control panel/Dashboard– It gives details of the total bookings, seats left, and the amount generated after the refund.
• Ticket Management (Sell/Book/Cancel)– It helps to check the status of the ticket bookings and allows the user to manage them effectively.
• Ticket Cancellation– It lets the user manage the ticket cancellation requests of the customers.
• Re-Schedule of Tickets– This feature allows the user to reschedule the requested tickets by checking the availability of the seats on the requested day and time.
• Staff Details– The user fills in the details of the assigned bus staff through this feature.
• Refund– It lets the user refund the amount to users who canceled the tickets.
• Total Passengers Onboard– Users get to know about the total number of passengers onboard the bus.
• Customer’s Ratings and Review– It allows the user to check the customer’s reviews and helps in knowing their insight.

Admin Panel

• Login– This feature allows the Admin to log in and view the control panel.
• Routes Management– This feature helps in managing the routes and the bus bookings.
• Make Seat Plan– It allows the Admin to make and manage the seating plan of the buses.
• Ticket Management– This feature lets the Admin manage the process based on the age and category of the passenger.
• Operator Management– This feature allows the Admin to manage the bus operators with customized control panels.
• Income Management– It helps the Admin to control transactions like payments, refunds, profit, etc.
• Billing System– It lets the Admin manage the billing records, cancellation specifics, and refund details.
• Advertisements – It helps the Admin to manage the advertisements display and the marketing.
• Manage Notifications– It allows the Admin to manage notifications of passengers and the counter panels.
• Live Tracking– This feature aids the Admin in managing the operator panel and the live tracking feature of the passengers.

• Manage Ratings and Reviews– The Admin can manage the reviews and ratings given by the customer using this feature.

Semiosis Software Private Limited develops the best Bus Ticket Booking application with all the advanced operational features. We assure to deliver a customer-oriented app with convenient functioning, a true delight for the Admin and the passenger.

FAQs 

How do bus booking apps/web make money?

There are a few common ways to earn money through online bus booking applications and websites. These are:

– By Running Advertisements on the App/Web.

– Setting Commission between Operator and Commuters.

– By Running Applications of Third-party Vendors.

How much does it cost to develop an advanced bus ticket booking application?

The cost of developing an advanced ticket booking application depends on various factors like the platforms, characteristics, and the complexity of the process.

Developing a top-grade app/web requires acquaintance, experience, and dedication. The team of skilled, committed, and enthusiastic professionals understand the requirement and deliver the best within a time limit.

Semiosis Software develops applications with the most productive features at the most competitive cost. Our motive is to deliver quality and give your business a new altitude.