Hitch provides a ride-sharing platform for long-distance travel, utilizing a network of spacious vehicles and flexible scheduling to connect passengers between cities in Texas and Florida. The service addresses the need for affordable and reliable intercity transportation, offering guaranteed same-day bookings and multiple pick-up and drop-off locations.
Funding
$22.5M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Existing intercity travel options often lack flexibility in scheduling and pick-up/drop-off locations, while also being expensive or unreliable. Traditional bus services may not offer convenient departure times or door-to-door service, and ride-sharing services are not readily available for longer distances.
Solution
Hitch provides a ride-sharing platform specifically designed for long-distance travel, connecting passengers traveling between cities with a network of drivers using spacious vehicles. The platform offers hourly departures and a wide selection of pick-up and drop-off locations, providing a flexible and convenient alternative to traditional transportation methods. Hitch guarantees same-day bookings, ensuring reliability for passengers with time-sensitive travel needs.
Target Audience
Hitch primarily targets individuals seeking affordable, flexible, and reliable transportation between cities, including students, business travelers, and those visiting friends and family.
Features
- Hourly departures for flexible scheduling
- Extensive network of pick-up and drop-off locations within each city
- Guaranteed same-day bookings
- Spacious vehicles with window seats for all passengers
- Mobile app for booking and managing rides
- Real-time ride tracking