A vanpool is a group of commuters sharing the ride to work in a commuter van. Sun Rideshare’s new regional vanpool program will enable all residents in southern Arizona to save money and reduce the stress of their daily commute by starting or joining a vanpool.

How to get started

• Gather a group of at least five people to start the vanpool or ask Sun Rideshare to assist in recruiting riders for a new vanpool.
• All participants should live and work near each other and have similar work hours.
• The vanpool riders determine the exact route to work, the pick-up times, and the drop-off locations.
• One primary driver and at least one alternate driver are required.
• Primary drivers will go through a driving record and credit record check. Check out the driver approval criteria to see if you qualify to be a driver.
• The monthly van lease cost is divided among the riders.

Van features

• There are a variety of vehicles for 5 to 15 riders. Bench or luxury seating available.
• All vans are insured with no deductible.
• The monthly lease cost includes insurance, maintenance, vehicle repair, 24-hour roadside assistance, taxes and registration, and customer service.
• Vans are leased month-to-month with only a 30-day notice required to terminate a lease.

Benefits and Savings

• Monthly fares are discounted with a PAG subsidy.
• Many area employers offer subsidies that further reduce the monthly cost.
• Additional savings available by using pre-tax dollars – check with your employer.
• Primary drivers may be eligible to ride free or at reduced rates as compensation for their added responsibilities.
• All vanpool riders are eligible for PAG’s regional Guaranteed Ride Home program.
• Gas cards (debit cards) are available to manage gas payments.
• Vans can be serviced through a network of local car care centers and the Ford Dealers.
• Vanpool riders can meet in one of the many park and ride lots available in Pima County.

To learn if there is a vanpool near you or to start a new one for your commute, visit www.884ride.org or call (520) 884-RIDE (7433).