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About Us

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Always on Time Shuttle Service is a small, locally owned transportation business based in Cherokee County, NC. We recognize the growing need for quality, reliable transportation in the Western North Carolina and North Georgia regions, and we’re proud to meet that need with style and professionalism.

Our mission is simple: to provide private, professional, courteous, comfortable, and safe transportation services — all at affordable prices. Whether you’re traveling to the airport, a corporate event, or a special occasion, you can count on us to get you there on time and in comfort.

With a fleet of premium SUVs — including Ford Expeditions, Ford Explorers, a luxurious Lincoln Navigator L, and a spacious Ford Transit Passenger Van — we’re ready to handle every transportation need, big or small.

Let your journey begin with us — Always on Time Shuttle Service — where we’re dedicated to making every ride a pleasure.

Professional Accreditations and Memberships

Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce

Andrews Chamber of Commerce

Safety, Licensing, and Compliance

At Always On Time Shuttle Service, your safety and legal protection are our highest priorities. We operate as a fully licensed, insured, and federally compliant private shuttle service authorized to provide transportation throughout North Carolina, Georgia, and across state lines. Click below to learn more.

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Full Federal Compliance

We are registered with the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), which authorizes us to legally provide interstate passenger transportation.

This means we are approved to transport passengers across state lines, including between North Carolina and Georgia.

State Compliance – North Carolina

We are fully compliant with all North Carolina commercial passenger carrier requirements, including:

For-Hire License Plates issued by the NC DMV
Commercial liability insurance meeting state standards
Driver qualification and background requirements
Vehicle safety and maintenance standards
Our vehicles display official NC For-Hire plates, confirming legal authorization to transport passengers within the state

State Compliance – Georgia

We are also fully compliant with Georgia state regulations for passenger transportation, including authorization to legally pick up, drop off, and transport passengers within Georgia.

Our compliance ensures you are protected, and our service is legally recognized in both states.

Commercial Insurance Coverage

Your safety is further protected by the highest level of required commercial passenger insurance, including: $1.5 Million Liability Coverage

This policy meets or exceeds:

Federal FMCSA requirements
North Carolina For-Hire vehicle insurance standards
Georgia passenger carrier insurance requirements
This level of insurance is specifically designed for commercial passenger transportation — not standard personal or rideshare coverage

What This Means for You

When you choose Always On Time Shuttle Service, you are choosing:

A legal, recognized, professional passenger transportation company
A service that places safety, compliance, and responsibility first
Drivers who are trained, experienced, and carefully vetted
Vehicles that are commercial-insured, maintained, and safety-checked
Not all shuttle or transportation providers operating in Western North Carolina and North Georgia are legally authorized to transport passengers — especially across state lines
Our compliance ensures your trip is safe, protected, and fully lawful

Our Promise

We take pride in doing things the right way — with transparency, integrity, and a commitment to safety.

Your trust matters. Your safety matters. And we take both seriously.