Rethinking Bus Travel in Burundi
Amato Travel Connect was built for one purpose — to make every bus journey in Burundi easier, from the moment you search for a seat to the moment you arrive at your destination.
14
Active Routes
17
Cities Connected
45
Trips Booked
Where We Started
Amato Travel Connect was born out of frustration. Passengers missed buses because they had no way to check schedules. Operators lost revenue because seats went unsold. There was no single place to search, book, and pay for a bus journey in Burundi.
We built this platform to bridge that gap — connecting passengers directly with verified agencies and independent operators, with transparent pricing and real-time tracking built in from day one.
Founded
Bujumbura, Burundi — 2024
Coverage
17 cities across Burundi
Users
22 registered passengers & operators
Bookings
45 trips booked on the platform
Our Mission
To make bus travel in Burundi simple, safe, and transparent — by giving passengers a reliable way to search, book, and track their journeys, and giving operators the tools to manage their business digitally.
Our Vision
To become the leading public transport platform in East Africa — a trusted infrastructure that connects communities, empowers local operators, and sets a new standard for how people move across the region.
How a Journey Works
From search to arrival — here's what traveling with Amato looks like
1. Search
Enter your departure city, destination, and travel date to see all available buses and seats.
2. Book
Choose your seat, confirm passenger details, and reserve your spot in seconds.
3. Pay
Pay securely via mobile money or card. Your e-ticket is sent instantly.
4. Travel
Board with your QR ticket and track your bus live until you reach your destination.
What Makes the Journey Better
Live Tracking
Follow your bus on a live map so you know exactly when to be at the stop.
QR E-Ticket
No paper needed. Show your QR code at boarding — fast, simple, and secure.
Verified Operators
Every agency and driver on the platform is verified before they can list a route.
Trip Alerts
Get notified about departure times, delays, and any changes to your journey.
For Passengers
- ✓ Search and compare all available buses on any route
- ✓ Book and pay in under 2 minutes
- ✓ Receive your e-ticket instantly by SMS or email
- ✓ Track your bus live on departure day
- ✓ Manage all your bookings from one place
For Operators & Agencies
- ✓ List your routes and manage seat availability in real time
- ✓ Accept digital payments and reduce cash handling
- ✓ Track your fleet and share live location with passengers
- ✓ Access booking reports and revenue analytics
- ✓ Reach more passengers across Burundi
Ready to Travel Smarter?
Search available buses, book your seat, and travel with confidence — all in one place.