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North Bay Shuttle

Airport shuttle service · Concord, CA · reviewed since 2015

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 69%77+53.3Reliability 31%71+21.8Experts Score= 75Not enough data for value, replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.75SCORE
BGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#38 of 67 airport shuttle servicesPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 44%
4.8 ★★★★★ 22 Google reviews · 5 photos
95%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
5%1–2★, last 20 reviewsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
0%reviews answered by the owner
May 2026latest review

North Bay Shuttle at a glance

Customers frequently highlight the punctuality of drivers, who track flight arrivals and arrive on time even during early morning departures or when other transportation is unavailable. Reviewers also note the clean, comfortable vehicles and the company's responsive communication via calls and texts to confirm schedules. While most praise the service as reliable and professional, a recurring criticism involves a significant price increase without corresponding improvements to the ride quality.

  • Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 22 reviews (95% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 22 Google reviews (19 with written comments).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: May 22, 2026.
  • Service: Airport Shuttle serving Concord, California.

Data from Google, last updated November 3, 2026.

Score profile vs other airport shuttle services

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and satisfaction; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction77Reliability71Craft & service–Value–Momentum100Replies to reviews–Satisfaction: 77 (median 79)Reliability: 71 (median 77)Momentum: 100 (median 100)
North Bay ShuttleAirport Shuttle Services median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.North Bay Shuttle: 77/100 on this factor. Category median: 79.B
77
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.North Bay Shuttle: 71/100 on this factor. Category median: 77.B
71
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 98.–
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 92.–
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MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.North Bay Shuttle: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 50.–
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Star ratings

22 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars2195%
  • 4 stars00%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star15%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 19 written reviews

  • Praise4198%
  • Complaints12%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude1229%
  • Speed & response1024%
  • Would recommend717%
  • Quality & results410%
  • Price & value410%
  • Honesty & trust37%
  • Communication25%

What customers talk about

We read 19 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Our team also had great things to say about the drivers — professional, punctual, and easy to work with throughout the week.”
  • “She was always quick to respond, accommodating with last-minute changes, and made a complicated transportation plan feel seamless.”
  • “Would absolutely recommend them for corporate offsites, group transportation, or any travel coordination needs!”
  • “I had a great experience with North Bay Shuttle services.”
  • “Whether you are leaving SFO to San Francisco city, Bay Area or vice versa, the most affordable option is to take a door to door shuttle with North Bay Shuttle.”
  • “I highly recommend them to anyone who wants a reliable, professional airport shuttle service.”
  • “Also excellent communication to confirm times w voice mail and text messages.”

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Recent reviews

Ashley2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★

We used this shuttle company for our recent offsite with ~40 people traveling to/from a venue about 2 hours from SFO, and they were fantastic from start to finish. Inna was incredibly lovely to coordinate with — she even took the time to meet with me over Zoom ahead of the event since we had slightly complicated…

ELocal Guide · 19 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★

I had a great experience with North Bay Shuttle services. I booked them from Oakland airport to Napa. It was easy to reserve and they called the day before to confirm. The van was super clean and the driver was friendly. Would definitely recommend!

Dimitar14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★

North bay shuttle is the best! I would never use any other shuttle the driver was very friendly and our trip to the airport with my family was great

Logan2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★

North Bay Shuttle was outstanding and by far the best car service I have had. I travel a lot for work and utilize many car services, north bay shuttle is on time, quick to adjust schedules, has a sense of urgency when on a time crunch and overall provides a tremendous service. It beats any Uber or Lyft and it’s a…

Sophia9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★

The best shuttle service serving Marin County & Sonoma. Emil, is the best, he picked us up at 6:15 am on the dot. He is super friendly, funny and a great driver. These vans are huge, clean and comfortable. This is a family owned and operated business that operates like a machine. They are always on point and very…

Cynthia1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★

I used this service in Oct 2023. In Feb 2024 the fee jumped from $125 to $185. No improvements or more luxe ride, just a 50% jump.

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Customer reviews

4.8 ★★★★★ 22 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Ashley Hicks2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Ashley has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

We used this shuttle company for our recent offsite with ~40 people traveling to/from a venue about 2 hours from SFO, and they were fantastic from start to finish. Inna was incredibly lovely to coordinate with — she even took the time to meet with me over Zoom ahead of the event since we had slightly complicated arrival/departure waves with people flying in from all over the country on different schedules. She was always quick to respond, accommodating with last-minute changes, and made a complicated transportation plan feel seamless. Our team also had great things to say about the drivers — professional, punctual, and easy to work with throughout the week. Would absolutely recommend them for corporate offsites, group transportation, or any travel coordination needs!

E HaynieLocal Guide · 19 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews E has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I had a great experience with North Bay Shuttle services. I booked them from Oakland airport to Napa. It was easy to reserve and they called the day before to confirm. The van was super clean and the driver was friendly. Would definitely recommend!

Amit Hazra4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Amit has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I’ve been using NorthBay Shuttle since I sold my car after COVID, and they’ve become an essential part of my business travel. I fly about two weeks every month, often at odd hours, so I need absolute dependability 24/7, 365 days a year. NorthBay has delivered exactly that. In more than 30 trips, they have never once been late for a pickup. They also track incoming flights, which makes airport pickups smooth and stress-free. On the very few occasions when I had to wait longer than expected at the SFO Arrivals lane (less than a handful of times), they were apologetic and even adjusted their pricing—something you rarely see in this industry. Their rates are competitive, and when you factor in the reliability, convenience, and the fact that this is a private shuttle service, the value is excellent. NorthBay is also a small, family-owned local business, and it shows in the care and effort they put into their work. Because of their professionalism and consistency, I’ve come to depend on NorthBay Shuttle as a critical part of my travel routine. I highly recommend them to anyone who wants a reliable, professional airport shuttle service.

Dimitar Dimitrov14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Dimitar has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

North bay shuttle is the best! I would never use any other shuttle the driver was very friendly and our trip to the airport with my family was great

Logan Frandsen2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Logan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

North Bay Shuttle was outstanding and by far the best car service I have had. I travel a lot for work and utilize many car services, north bay shuttle is on time, quick to adjust schedules, has a sense of urgency when on a time crunch and overall provides a tremendous service. It beats any Uber or Lyft and it’s a better price. Sam was great, he understands his way around the north bay better than anyone and I would recommend him for anyone who is in that area. He gets the job done right and will always get you to your destination on time.

Sophia Takesh9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Sophia has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

The best shuttle service serving Marin County & Sonoma. Emil, is the best, he picked us up at 6:15 am on the dot. He is super friendly, funny and a great driver. These vans are huge, clean and comfortable. This is a family owned and operated business that operates like a machine. They are always on point and very reliable. We prefer to support family owned businesses vs supporting corporations. I would highly recommend this shuttle service to and from the airport!

Cynthia Gregory1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Cynthia has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I used this service in Oct 2023. In Feb 2024 the fee jumped from $125 to $185. No improvements or more luxe ride, just a 50% jump.

Heidi PearceyLocal Guide · 14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Heidi has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Over the years it has become more difficult to get to an airporter stop down on 101 from the hills of southern Marin. Cabs flat out refuse a 3 mile ride, and Ubers are often unavailable, even when booking in advance. Forgoing the airporter and booking direct to the airport hasn't helped. Needing a ride late Easter morning I decided to try North Bay Shuttle. What an awesome experience! Driver was a few minutes early, which I appreciated, professional, and friendly. Will use again

James McKenneyLocal Guide · 814 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews James has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

The website informative and had schedules to download

Laurence Brauer1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Laurence has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Great service. The driver was on time for both going to and returning from the Emeryville Train Station, despite Amtrak being late. She was extremely helpful and courteous. I highly recommend North Bay Shuttle.

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