Carpooling is a flexible and convenient way to get where you need
to go, and if you commute over a Bay Area bridge, your can cross
for free! You can carpool as frequently as you want, and you don't
have to carpool both ways. All you need is one or two other people
to make it work. Carpool with friends, coworkers, an acquaintance
from the gym, or check out the 511 Regional Rideshare Program's 511 RideMatch
Service to instantly find neighbors and people who work nearby
with whom you can commute.
Attention Hybrid Vehicle Owners:
Single-occupant hybrid vehicles are now permitted in the HOV lanes during designated HOV hours. Get more information.
Learn more about carpooling:
Carpool Basics: Find answers to commuters' frequently asked questions about carpooling.
Carpool
Partners: Register with the 511 Regional Rideshare Program's 511 RideMatch
Service to easily and instantly find others to share your
commute.
Carpool Tips: Review these guidelines to get the most out of your carpool arrangement.
Check out these additional resources:
Commute Cost Calculator: Use our interactive calculator to find out the true cost of driving alone.
Carpool Lanes: Your ticket to a faster commute. Find out where they are.
Park & Ride Lots: Convenient places to meet your carpool or vanpool partners.
Commute Incentives:
It pays to share the ride! Learn about commuter tax benefits,
Guaranteed Ride Home and other cost-saving incentives.
Carpool to BART: Park your car for free just steps from the station when you share the ride with at least one other person.
Casual Carpooling: Need a lift between the East Bay and San Francisco? Learn more about casual carpooling pick-up spots.
SnowPool.com: A website to help snow sport enthusiasts find rides to various ski resorts in the Sierras.
