Rome2Rio

Overview

Rome2Rio is a travel planning platform founded in 2010 in Melbourne, Australia, by engineers Michael Cameron and Bernard Tschirren. The platform connects global transport options, simplifying multi-modal trip planning from any point A to B. With a team of over 80 employees and contractors, Rome2Rio emphasizes innovation in travel solutions.

The platform aggregates travel options, including flights, trains, buses, ferries, light rail, subways, and driving directions, across more than 160 countries from over 5,000 transport companies. It provides users with estimated times, fares, and prices on interactive maps, making it easy to plan complex journeys. Recent updates have introduced integrated advertising for destination marketing organizations and transport operators, enhancing the user experience during trip planning and travel. Rome2Rio was acquired by Omio Group in 2019 and continues to operate as a separate entity. The company has received several awards for its contributions to travel technology and aims to expand its reach and services in the coming years.

Basic Information

Contact Details

• Website: rome2rio.com
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/rome2rio-pty-ltd

Key Focus Areas & Initiatives

• Online travel planning
• Multi-modal transportation search
• Interactive travel mapping
• Integration of destination marketing
• Travel technology innovation

Technologies Used

• AI
• Android
• CloudFlare Hosting
• Cloudflare DNS
• Figma
• Freshdesk
• Gmail
• Google Apps
• Mailchimp Mandrill
• Mapbox
• Microsoft Office 365
• Remote

Affiliated Organizations & Regional Branches

• Omio