Save Money
A commuter residing in a two-person household and using public transportation including Pace Vanpool, and lives with one less car can save an average of $1,083 per month (more than $13,000 annually) according to the American Public Transportation Association's September 2023 Transit Savings Report. That's a lot of money you can save! With the Rideshare Savings Calculator, you can compare estimates of your monthly and annual costs commuting alone to traveling in a group.
Driver Bonus
Primary drivers can enjoy launching a group and having no vanpool payments. It’s free use of a Pace van, free gas, free maintenance, free roadside assistance and more. Drivers get monthly personal vanpool mileage and can prolong the life of their own personal vehicle. Riders who volunteer to backup drive receive a $25 - $15 monthly discount off the rider fare depending on their participation frequency. Become a vanpool driver today.
Commute With Others Safely
Counting yourself, you just need 3 commuters total to form a Pace Vanpool. Safety is a priority at Pace. All participants are screened. Pace vans are well maintained. Pace staff is readily available by phone and email to address participant concerns and help drivers with program compliance. To find other potential participants safely online, search for vanpools near me.
Flexible Fares
Pace Vanpooling can be an excellent option for those with hybrid schedules, reduced work weeks, and standard work shifts. Our low monthly fares are available for both full-time (4 or more days per week) and part-time (3 or fewer days per week) participation levels.
Improve Your Quality of Life
Skip the hassles of driving alone to work by minimizing stress through participation in a Pace Vanpool. Enjoy a relaxing van ride to work in good company. Drivers can also reduce car ownership and gain access to a well-maintained van. Riders can enjoy a comfortable, climate-controlled, and ready-to-go ride. And everyone can create a better experience by improving the environment and our health.
Better Use of Time
Each group creates a Pace vanpool custom to their work shifts. Riders turn their time on the road into “me” time by being productive, connecting with others or just enjoying the van ride to work. It’s all up to you!
Paid With Pre-Tax Dollars and/or Subsidy
Make vanpool payments with pre-tax dollars and/or an employer subsidy, saving up to 40% on transportation costs. Check with your employer on availability and limits. Learn more about tax-free commuter benefits. Find out how much you could save monthly and annually using the RTA Transit Benefit Fare Program Savings Calculator.
Addressing a Personal Emergency
Unexpected emergencies happen every day. You can feel secure knowing there's a solution to help you get home safely. Pace covers $125 for alternative transportation services. If you find yourself in an emergency, you can use public transport, a taxi, Uber, or Lyft, and Pace will reimburse you for the expenses (up to $125 annually). Discover more about the Guaranteed Ride Home program.
