hytchU - Social Transportation for College Students

A Radically Better Way for Students to Travel.

Standard ride-sharing apps weren't designed for the unique needs of college life. Between surge pricing, safety concerns, and inconvenient routes, getting around can be a major headache. We saw a better way.

HytchU is the answer. We built a platform from the ground up that puts the student experience first. It's a closed network designed to connect you with your peers for safer, more affordable, and more social travel—whether you're going across campus or across the state.

Safety as the Standard.

Our closed network is exclusive to verified students, creating a more accountable community.

Real Connections.

It's more than just a ride. It's a chance to meet classmates and build your campus network.

Transparently Affordable.

No corporate overhead means no commissions and no surprise fees. Ever.

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How It Works

Getting started with hytchU is simple and secure. Join thousands of students who are already sharing rides and building connections.

Sign Up with Student Verification

Only active college students can join using a verified school email or ID.

Post or Find a Ride

Need to get to the airport or a concert? Post your trip or browse local and long-distance rides.

Chat Privately

Coordinate ride details directly with your match — date, time, pickup spot, cost — all in the app.

Track Your Ride

Use built-in trip tracking and optional SOS alerts to share your route with someone you trust.

Why Students Love hytchU

More than just a rideshare app — it's a student-only community where people help each other get where they're going.

College-Only Access

Every rider and driver is a verified student. No strangers, just your fellow students.

No Fees

No subscriptions. No commissions. You and your fellow students agree on the price.

Safer by Design

Student verification, ride tracking, peer reviews, and in-app reporting help create a secure experience.

Flexible & Student-Centric

Use it when you want. Offer a ride once, every weekend, or not at all — it's up to you.

Social & Community-Driven

Make friends, join group trips, or discover events and meetups on the campus community board.

Eco-Friendly

Shared rides mean fewer cars on campus, less parking stress, and reduced emissions.

Safety First

Your safety is our top priority. We've built multiple layers of protection to ensure every ride is secure.

Student-Only Network

Access restricted to verified college students only.

Trip Tracking

Share live trip status with trusted contacts.

Community Guidelines

Rate riders, report concerns, and build a trustworthy culture.

Privacy Protection

You choose who you connect with and what you share.

Our Mission

hytchU is more than an app — it's a campus-based movement to change how students travel. By putting safety, community, and cost savings first, we're empowering students to help each other — one ride at a time.

Whether you're heading home for the weekend, planning a trip, or just trying to get across campus, hytchU connects you to other verified students offering or requesting rides.

Perfect for weekend trips home, holiday breaks, sporting events and conferences, inter-campus visits, airport runs, or concerts.