Commuter Resource RI Travel FAQs
What is Commuter Resource RI?
A free transportation information program co-sponsored by the RI Department of Transportation and funded by the Federal Highway Administration.
What Can Commuter Resource RI Do For Me?
The program assists employees and employers by offering commuting options and tax-free, tax-deductible commuter benefits.- Provides user-friendly transportation options (see below).
- Reduces the stress of the workday commute.
- Saves you money on gas, vehicle maintenance and insurance.
- Reduces traffic congestion making roads safer for travel.
- Reduces air pollution (because fewer cars mean reduced emissions), making the environment healthier.
What kind of commuting options does Commuter Resource RI offer?
- Carpooling * - Commuter Resource RI Ride Guide matches-up people with similar commuting needs.
- Transit - RIPTA provides bus route schedules to get you to work conveniently.
- Park N' Ride - Strategically located lots provide free parking for carpooling; maps are available.
- Vanpooling * - RIPTA provides your employer with information about vanpool options.
- Commuter Express - where demand warrants, increased RIPTA bus service and new routes may be added to our schedule.
- Biking or Walking to Work - Benefit from physical exercise and burn off calories and stress. RIPTA buses are equipped with bike racks if the weather is inclement for the journey home.
- Guaranteed-Ride-Home Promise - Express Travel members are guaranteed a ride home if you need to leave work due to unforeseen circumstances. Ask a representative for details.
How do I join?
Fill out a Match list Registration Form today or contact an Commuter Resource RI representative at 401-784-9500 ext. 121 or 1-888-88RIPTA.
Because getting to work shouldn't be a job.
*25,000 Commuter Resource RI members must be signed-up before effective carpool and vanpool matches can be made .
Because getting to work shouldn't be a job.
*25,000 Commuter Resource RI members must be signed-up before effective carpool and vanpool matches can be made .







