Our Story
Uptown Vans was started by two friends in New York seeking to bring greater visibility to the smaller, independent bus and van companies that filled the gaps in corridors underserved by traditional intercity carriers. With that goal in mind, Uptown Vans was created by integrating these smaller companies into a ticketing platform traditionally used by larger, more established intercity bus companies, customized to fit the unique operating model of the smaller companies, and allowing their services to reach a larger audience.
We invite you to enjoy the efficient, economical, and comfortable van services that operate to various destinations in the Northeast. Whether you’re looking for a day trip, a long-term commuting solution, or visiting friends and relatives, our partner operators have got you covered!
FAQs
What times do Uptown Vans operate?
Most routes operate 7 days per week with times spread out throughout the day. Please search your specific origin and destination for further details
Do you go to the airport?
Our partner carriers have several airports within their service area. Just go to the drop-down menu and select the airport of interest.
Do you only go to NYC?
Our partner carriers serve various destinations across the Northeast. Please see our Routes page for more information on the corridors served (Note that intermediate points are often served. Just go to the drop-down menu and select the city/town of interest)
What if I have ideas for new routes or schedules that better suit my needs?
Feel free to reach out to us at info@uptownvans.com and we will review your request and discuss with our partner carriers to see what can be implemented.
Do you offer charter services?
Some of our partner carriers do offer charter services. Reach out to us at info@uptownvans.com and we will be happy to assist.
Do you have rest stops along the routes?
Rest stops are at the discretion of the carrier. If you have any needs, please communicate with the carrier directly.
How do I book a trip between fixed points?
Select the origin and destination in the drop-down menu and purchase the ticket accordingly. The carrier will call to confirm your reservation. Make sure to select the correct pickup point, as stops will often be bypassed if there is nobody scheduled to be picked up there on a particular trip. If there are any adjustments that need to be made, please contact the carrier.
How do I book a trip involving door-to-door zone?
For door-to-door pickup, fill in the field for the address that you will be picked up at, along with your phone number. The carrier will verify that it is within the proper service area and then call you with an approximate window for when they expect to reach your pickup address. The time which is listed on the reservation is the time that pickups begin for that service area. There may be some variance depending on traffic, passenger volume, and the location of the other pickups within the zone.
If your trip involves a door-to-door drop-off, make sure the address listed in the field is correct. Follow the instructions for boarding depending on whether your origin was a door-to-door zone or a fixed point.
Contact us
Interested in working together? Fill out some info and we will be in touch shortly. We can’t wait to hear from you!