How WiFi works on buses

An indispensable service for modern travellers
The provision of WiFi on buses, both in local public transport and in coaches, has become increasingly important in recent years. Travellers increasingly expect to be able to access the internet while travelling. WiFi in coaches enables passengers to stay productive, communicate or chat. WiFi also helps to increase the attractiveness of public transport. The introduction of bus internet makes using public transport more convenient and time-saving for commuters and travellers.
How does WiFi work in buses?
A router is installed in the vehicle, which establishes an internet connection via a mobile phone network. This signal is then passed on to the passengers as WiFi. The quality and speed of the internet on the bus can vary depending on the network coverage and the number of users. HOTSPLOTS WiFi solutions always offer the best reception for your passengers, even during the journey. You can choose between different hardware solutions to equip your vehicle in the best possible way. We will be happy to advise you personally on choosing the right hardware.
Connecting your fleet: WiFi hardware for every type of vehicle
At HOTSPLOTS, you can get everything from a single source — we not only supply you with our innovative and powerful WiFi solutions, but also the right hardware for your location — whether for coaches and long-distance buses, public transport buses or even equipping an entire fleet. No matter what area of application you are looking for a WiFi solution for, we have the right hardware for you.
For vehicle routers, certification for the respective vehicle class plays an important role. HOTSPLOTS supports suitable hardware from well-known manufacturers for both travelling and public transport. HOTSPLOTS solutions work hand in hand with systems from Bosch, Lesswire, NetModule, Eltec and many others. Talk to our experts — we will find the right solution for you!

WiFi as basis for intelligent passenger services for your transport company
WiFi is already standard equipment in many vehicles these days. Tenders issued by public transport authorities are not the only ones increasingly demanding WiFi for new vehicles or modernisations; transport operators themselves are also aiming to tap into new passenger groups with digital services and remain an attractive provider for existing customers.
HOTSPLOTS offers operators a selection of diverse solutions that can be flexibly combined. HOTSPLOTS offers hardware for stationary and mobile locations to ensure a seamless connection from WiFi at stops or hotspots at ticket machines to the WiFi in vehicles. Other HOTSPLOTS solutions include the integration of public WiFi and other IT components in the vehicle in a hardware environment or the display of real-time information on passengers’ end devices within a WiFi portal.
HOTSPLOTS Telemetry: The solution for efficient fleet and WiFi management
HOTSPLOTS Telemetry offers a basic fleet management service for your vehicles. This allows you to view the locations and routes travelled by your vehicles and, for example, measure the quality of the mobile phone connection of the respective provider on your routes.
The data is displayed graphically and can be analysed statistically within the operator’s customer account at HOTSPLOTS. This information helps you to further optimise your routes and at the same time provide your customers with optimum WiFi coverage.

Flexible internet access for buses: Easily realised with HOTSPLOTS
With HOTSPLOTS’ WiFi solutions, coach and bus operators are able to provide both their guests and staff with fast and flexible access to the internet.
We help you to set up your passenger WiFi. You decide how you want to authorise access:
- Direct-Login: This free access allows users to use the WiFi simply by accepting the terms of use. No registration, no hurdles — instant internet access for your guests.
- User-Login: If you prefer registration, the user login offers the option for your users to create a personal account on hotsplots.de, allowing easier and repeated connection to the WiFi while providing additional security and data protection.
- Ticket-Login: The ticket option is based on vouchers that you can issue independently. These tickets can be distributed to guests, for example, to grant them temporary access to the internet.
In addition, access for individual users can be limited in time or by a maximum data volume if desired. HOTSPLOTS also offers a certified youth protection filter. You can define and control all these options easily and conveniently yourself using our WiFi management software.
Thanks to these flexible and secure hotspot solutions, passengers can make optimum use of the WiFi in your buses to relax, while your staff can also use the internet.
More than just WiFi: entertainment and passenger information in the HOTSPLOTS WiFi portal
The HOTSPLOTS WiFi portal adds a communication channel to the hotspot with internet access for your passengers. Within the portal, you can display passenger information to your customers in real time and offer entertainment solutions. You can also integrate your own company data and advertising from partners.
Possible options include the following:
- The display of data on the current journey, including details of possible transfer connections and any changes due to roadworks or delays.
- The display of the current location on a map (‘moving map’). This display can be combined with tourist information in the region.
The portal data is offered to passengers automatically and browser-based on their own end devices after connecting to the WiFi. This helps to improve the travelling experience by allowing your passengers to adjust their travel plans efficiently and flexibly during the journey. The WiFi thus also becomes your personalised information and advertising channel.
Seamless connectivity — Connected throughout OR logging in without limits: Seamless WiFi connection on the move and at the bus stop
HOTSPLOTS already offers a complete single sign-on solution as part of its standard WiFi offering for vehicles. As part of this, users can log in again seamlessly at the defined hotspots (‘seamless connectivity’). It does not matter whether the individual hotspot is a stationary application (e.g. at a bus stop, train station or travel centre) or a mobile application on a bus, tram or train, as HOTSPLOTS supports hardware platforms for all areas of application.

If required, HOTSPLOTS supports transport providers with the collection of data and the legally compliant adaptation of the terms of use. At the same time, HOTSPLOTS ensures the data protection compliance of the services.
Modular entertainment solutions for travellers: Everything offered by HOTSPLOTS
The modular entertainment solutions from HOTSPLOTS offer great entertainment. The selected media are made available locally on the system and are therefore also available offline in the WiFi portal. Updates for daily offers are automated via the HOTSPLOTS Content Delivery Network. If required, updates are uploaded via so-called ‘’WiFi refuelling stations‘’ in the vehicle depots or at selected stops, thus hardly affecting the data volume.
Various information and entertainment modules are available for the WiFi portal:
HOTSPLOTS TV to go
Series, shows, movies & documentaries
The video offer is made available to passengers easily via the portal in the local WiFi. Popular TV programmes, films, series, shows and documentaries can be made available on the WiFi via HOTSPLOTS TV to go.
HOTSPLOTS Presse
Digital newspapers and magazines
HOTSPLOTS Presse gives your passengers access to the latest digital newspapers and magazines. The digital media are downloaded directly to your own smartphone, tablet or notebook without an additional app and remain available even after the journey has ended.
HOTSPLOTS Tourist Info
Your digital tourist guide
With HOTSPLOTS Tourist Info, you can offer your passengers a high-quality tourist information portal for all aspects of travelling. Regional offers such as events, excursion tips for the surrounding area, restaurant or hotel recommendations and even weather information are provided directly via your hotspot.
- HOTSPLOTS Passenger WiFi
- HOTSPLOTS Telemetry
- Brochure for operators in public transport
- Brochure for operators
- Brochure HOTSPLOTS WiFi Portal
- Brochure HOTSPLOTS Telemetry
- Brochure about Bosch Coach MediaRouter
- Brochure on the Try&Buy offer on Bosch Coach MediaRouter
- Short manual start a public hotspot on Bosch Coach MediaRouter. incl. description of Try&Buy
- Brochure HOTSPLOTS Cinema
- Brochure HOTSPLOTS TV to go
- Brochure HOTSPLOTS Tourist Info
- Brochure HOTSPLOTS WiFi