Generally, vanpools will have one primary driver and one alternate driver. Lower transportation costs, less wear and tear on riders' vehicles and less stress during commutes. In addition, vanpooling helps reduce traffic congestion and dangerous levels of ozone. If necessary, the T will provide written verification of your vanpool participation. Monthly fares will vary, depending on the origination point of the van and the daily miles involved.
Riders pay only for the portion of the trip they use.
For instance, if a vanpool picks up riders in different counties, it's possible that some riders may pay a few dollars more or less than others. In addition to the base fare, riders may pay part of the monthly parking expense and a cleaning fee for the van. To encourage vanpooling, rider fares are currently subsidized through a Federal Clean Air grant. Fares are due in full by the first working day of each month. This is a low-cost solution to getting home when you have an emergency or unplanned overtime.