Commuter Resource RI Travel FAQs

A free transportation information program co-sponsored by the RI Department of Transportation and funded by the Federal Highway Administration.

• 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.

• 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.

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 .