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When a driver calls off, fix the morning in two minutes.

DISPATCHpatrol is school bus dispatch software that helps dispatchers handle driver call-offs, reroute buses, and push route changes to drivers in real time, without changing your master routes or reprinting a single sheet. 

Built for K-12 districts, private and charter schools, and bus contractors. Live in 2-4 weeks. Backed by 24/7 emergency support.

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The 6:10 a.m. problem

 Driver Call-Off Software That Solves the Morning Rush

Every dispatcher knows the panic when a driver calls off or a bus breaks down. DISPATCHpatrol turns that scramble into a routine adjustment.

Without DISPATCHpatrol

  • Frantic phone calls to find a driver and a bus
  • Reprinting and re-handing route sheets by hand
  • No fast way to tell the driver in the bus what changed
  • Edits that risk corrupting your master routing data
  • Dispatcher stress that drives burnout and turnover

With DISPATCHpatrol

  • Reassign, combine, or split routes for the day in a few clicks
  • Generate updated route reports instantly, no reprinting scramble
  • Push the change straight to the driver's tablet or mobile device
  • Real-time updates never alter your master BusBoss routes
  • Calmer mornings and a dispatch team that stays
What you get

DISPATCHpatrol is dispatch software for schools and bus contractors that helps teams manage routes, drivers, live updates, and day-to-day transportation changes from one browser. 

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Real-time rerouting

Manage school transportation dispatch software in real time. Reassign drivers, combine or split routes, and send updated instructions without changing your master routes. 

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It reaches the driver

Send route updates, stop changes, and messages directly to the driver's tablet or mobile device, with two-way communication and push notifications.

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Live GPS and ETAs

See live bus locations, real-time route status, and estimated arrival times so you always know where the fleet stands.

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School Bus Route Change Software

Generate updated route sheets and reports whenever a route changes, so dispatchers and drivers always have the latest information. 

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Incident and parent alerts

Log incidents and trigger parent notifications so the office, drivers, and families stay informed during disruptions.

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Role-based access

Give dispatchers, drivers, administrators, and office staff exactly the access each role needs, all from a secure cloud platform.

2 min
to reroute a call-off
2-4 wks
typical implementation
24/7
emergency support
$1,000
per site / year to start
Works with your stack

It fits what you already run

 DISPATCHpatrol is a school bus dispatch system and dispatch management software for school transportation teams. It works alongside BusBoss routing or as a standalone system with third-party API connectivity. 

ROUTEpatrol Tablets
PowerSchool
Infinite Campus
Tyler SIS
Zonar
Synovia
Samsara
Geotab
Straightforward pricing

Priced per site, not per seat

$1,000 / year per site to start

Unlimited users. Final pricing is based on your student count, vehicles, and number of locations.

  • Unlimited dispatcher, driver, and office staff accounts
  • Onboarding and training included
  • 24/7 emergency technical support and weekday live chat
  • A dedicated customer success manager
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Optional services such as tablet provisioning may carry a one-time charge.

Questions, answered

DISPATCHpatrol FAQ

Do I need BusBoss to use DISPATCHpatrol?
No. DISPATCHpatrol works as a companion to BusBoss routing software or as a standalone system with third-party API connectivity. It integrates with major student information systems and GPS vendors either way.
How does a route change reach the driver?
Dispatchers send route updates, stop changes, and messages directly to the driver's tablet or mobile device in the bus, with push notifications and two-way communication.
What does it integrate with?
DISPATCHpatrol syncs with BusBoss ROUTEpatrol tablets, integrates with student information systems including PowerSchool, Infinite Campus, and Tyler SIS, and supports GPS vendors including Zonar, Synovia, Samsara, and Geotab.
How long does implementation take?
Implementation typically takes 2 to 4 weeks, depending on fleet size and data readiness. Onboarding training and a dedicated customer success manager are included.
How much does it cost?
Pricing typically starts at $1,000 per year per site with unlimited users. Final cost is based on student count, vehicles, and locations. Optional services such as tablet provisioning may incur additional one-time charges.
Is it cloud-based?
Yes. DISPATCHpatrol is a secure, cloud-based platform accessible from any browser. No on-premise infrastructure is required.
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Make the next call-off a non-event.

See how DISPATCHpatrol handles a live route change from the dispatch desk to the driver's tablet in one short demo.

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