Thinking of giving vanpooling a try? Smart move!

Easy Steps to Vanpooling

Step 1
Pick a flexible time and place.

Step 2
Choose your drivers and bookkeeper.

Step 3
Complete your forms and get ready to hit the road.

Other Services
You're on your way -- with all the help you need!

Public Vanpool Providers

Print out these signs to post on your bulletin board:
Vanpool Starting
Riders Wanted

Thinking of giving vanpooling a try? Smart move!

Sharing a ride can be cheaper and faster than driving alone. And it's easy. Washington and Idaho transit agencies provide the wheels and help to get you going. Whether your group needs a 7, 8, 12, or 15-person van, they will provide the vehicle, insurance and maintenance to keep your van running in tip-top shape. Select Public Vanpool Providers to locate a vanpool provider in your area.

Comfortable passenger vans

Front and Rear Air Conditioning

AM/FM Radio

Reading Lights

Tinted Windows

Bike Rack

Pooling your group together.

All you need is four others -- in addition to yourself -- to vanpool. Or get as many as 14. The more people in your pool, the lower your fare.

To find vanpool partners, you can:

Click on Logon Now or call the Rideshare Hotline at 1-888-814-1300 in Washington or 1-208-345-POOL (7665) in Idaho (TTY relay in both states: 1-800-833-6388) to get a list of interested people with commutes similar to yours.
Post notices at work and talk to your co-workers
Publicize your new vanpool through the transportation coordinator at your worksite

Some or all of the program features mentioned in Easy Steps to Vanpooling may be available. Check with your local Public Vanpool Provider to find out what is offered in your area.

Updated: May 8, 2008