private student transportation services Austin, TX

At EverDriven, we provide safe, dependable, and flexible student transportation solutions in Bakersfield and surrounding areas. Serving school districts across Kern County, we help students—regardless of circumstance—get consistent access to education. Whether traditional yellow bus routes aren’t feasible or districts need more tailored support, EverDriven offers alternative transportation designed around the student.

From students with disabilities to those experiencing homelessness or living in foster care, we partner with Bakersfield-area school districts to close transportation gaps, reduce chronic absenteeism, and improve equitable access to education.

I have had a lot of success with EverDriven. I would recommend it to everyone. I have been at my position for 30 years and would give it 10 out of 10!

Kathy Batson

Washington Unified School District, California

Caregivers: How EverDriven Works with Your School or District

If your child needs help getting to school safely and reliably, your school or district may partner with EverDriven to provide transportation. EverDriven supports students whose needs fall outside traditional bus routes. This can include students with IEPs, students attending specialized programs, students in foster care, or students experiencing housing instability.

If you believe your child may need transportation support, the first step is to speak with your school or district transportation team.

A man and a woman care for a child with disabilities.
private ride services for school districts

SB 88 Compliance: Ensuring Safe and Reliable Student Transportation

EverDriven meets SB 88 compliance standards, ensuring safe, secure, and accountable transportation for students across California. SB 88 establishes critical regulations for student transportation providers, including background checks, vehicle safety standards, and operational transparency.

By aligning with SB 88 requirements, EverDriven provides:
  • Thorough Driver Vetting
    All drivers undergo rigorous background checks, fingerprinting, and drug testing.
  • Comprehensive Safety Standards
    Vehicles meet California’s strict safety and maintenance regulations, including GPS tracking and real-time monitoring.
  • Caring Drivers
    Every driver receives specialized education to support the diverse needs of students, from those with disabilities to those experiencing homelessness.

Our dedication to SB 88 compliance ensures that Bakersfield-area students receive transportation that prioritizes safety, reliability, and accessibility.

Alternative School
Transportation in Bakersfield & Kern County

Working with public, private, and charter schools alike, EverDriven partners directly with districts and schools throughout Bakersfield & Kern County to successfully eliminate barriers for students who have a hard time getting to school due to various challenges. With cutting-edge rideshare technology, we are proudly able to support:

Students With Disabilities

Consistent, safe, and personalized transportation can make a world of difference for students with disabilities in Bakersfield. We support their academic success with:

Students Experiencing Homelessness

Students experiencing homelessness often struggle with unstable living arrangements, frequent moves, and long distances between temporary housing and school. Without reliable transportation, these challenges can lead to chronic absenteeism and school disruptions. EverDriven provides flexible, dependable transportation that adapts to each student’s living situation, helping maintain school stability and reducing barriers to attendance.

Students-Experiencing-Homelessness

Early Childhood Education Students

Young learners need a gentle and supportive transition into education. EverDriven offers:

Students-in-Early-Childhood-Education

Students in Foster Care

Students in foster care face frequent transitions—and school shouldn’t be one of them. EverDriven helps with:

Students-in-Foster-Care

Out-of-District Students

When school of origin isn’t the same as the student’s current address, we provide cross-district transportation in Bakersfield and beyond, including:

Students-Living-Out-of-District

Students in Hard-to-Reach Areas

From rural Kern County communities to dense urban streets, EverDriven ensures school is always within reach:

Hard-To-Reach-Areas

Medically Fragile Students

For some students, getting to school safely means more than a reliable ride. Medical equipment, specific care needs, and coordination with healthcare providers are all part of the picture.

EverDriven supports medically fragile students with:

Let's Connect

Supporting Safe, Reliable

Student Transportation

Want to see how EverDriven can ensure safe, reliable access for your students, just like we do for thousands of others across the country? Simply complete this form to get started!

  • If you are interested in driving for EverDriven – Click Here
  • If you have an existing fleet of vehicles and want to work with EverDriven – Click Here

Insights from EverDriven

Latest Blogs

The Right Ride: Reframing Transportation as a Path to Independence

The Right Ride: Reframing Transportation as a Path to Independence

Welcome to The Right Ride, a video interview...

How Small-Capacity Vehicles Are Transforming Transportation for Texas Charter Schools

When people picture student transportation, the yellow school...

How Technology Builds Equity in Texas Charter School Transportation

How Technology Builds Equity in Texas Charter School Transportation

Texas charter schools were built on the promise...

Featured Content

What Others are Saying