You know what's smart? Finding the commute that works best for you! For many of us, the best way to get to work involves combining modes. Whether you bike to the bus, jump on the lightrail to hop in your carpool, or walk to the meeting place to join your vanpool, our team at Go Redmond knows there in no one way that works for everyone but there are many different ways to get to work without having to ever drive alone!

October is the perfect time to experiment with the many modes available for your commute because October is Wheel Options month, a state-wide promotion designed to encourage commuters to choose any commute options that aren't driving alone. How do you win? All you need to do is log your smart commutes into your Go Redmond calendar. As we mentioned, it only takes 6 non drive-alone trips to qualify for the grand prize of $1,500! Already have a Go Redmond account? Continue logging your trips as normal.

Some people choose to utilize multiple modes each day, and some base their commute choices on factors like the season or the weather. Check out how commuters just like you combine modes to get to work!

"Speaking of the different ways I use to commute, I can come with at least 3 of them: taking bus, walking and biking. What I really like about using any of these car alternatives is that is not just about saving money, but also helping reduce road congestion, keep the air cleaner and, ultimately, save the environment and our whole planet." -Oleh

"I #GoGREATER by walking 2 miles from my house to the bus, and then riding the bus to the office. It really gets me going in the morning!" -Chris

"I #GoGREATER by riding my bike to the 520 bus stop in Seattle three days a week, then taking the bus across the water into Redmond’s Microsoft campus. By riding my bike I am able to get to the closest bus stop. It’s over a mile from my house, so my bike makes it possible to get there quickly. I enjoy the fresh air and exercise while riding my bike in the morning and evening as I come to and from the bus stop. Riding the bus allows me to do my part to keep our air clean." - Emily

"Microsoft has a bus from Redmond Town Center near where I live to the Sammamish campus where I work. I love walking to the bus and then working on the bus instead of driving in traffic! One day, I am thinking I’ll try riding my bike. I haven’t been brave enough to attempt this trip yet, but it would be a good way to combine fitness with my commute. Thanks, GO Redmond, for supporting our commuting options!" - Forrest

"Living close to work has its advantages, when we have nice weather I can exercise and enjoy the trails when walking or biking to work, when I'm feeling lazy or the weather is not so good (it's raining or snowing), I carpool and can get to work fast while still helping the environment by sharing the ride with other people." -Luis

Get started with a commute you love!

It's easier than you think to find a mode (or multiple modes) to make your commute a snap! Go Redmond has everything you need to get started with an ORCA pass, find a map for walking and biking, locate a vanpool or try a new carpool app.

Transit:

Riding the bus gets you in the HOV lane and time to do something else during your commute.

HOW TO RIDE THE BUS: A NEW USER GUIDE

ONE MONTH ORCA CARD FOR NEW RIDERS

Walking and Biking:

It's easy to make biking a part of your commute. If you have a long commute, buses and many vanpools have bike racks so you can easily mix and match biking with a second alternative commute type.

Bikes make a quick and easy "last mile" connection to get you between the bus stop and work, or from home to the bus stop. Spandex is optional. 

REDMOND MAP

STARTING A BIKE COMMUTE

Carpool and Vanpool:

Carpooling  has all of the benefits of driving alone, but is faster, saves you money, reduces your environmental impact, and lets you bypass all those pesky tolls & gridlock. Go Redmond can help connect you with other professionals traveling to work on your schedule and on your route with our ridematching program.

Vanpools are a great option if you travel to work on a set schedule or if you are commuting from locations with limited bus access. They have flexibility and convenience of a car, but with reduced costs and access to the HOV lane.

LEARN MORE ABOUT CARPOOLING APPS

FIND A VANPOOL

APPLY FOR A GO REDMOND VANPOOL SUBSIDY

VANPOOLING FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

October, month of Wheel Options is the perfect time to find the non drive-alone commute that works best for you! Whatever mode(s) you choose, logging just 6 smart trips in your Go Redmond calendar will qualify you for a chance to win prizes worth up to $500 and $1500! Rewards and not sitting in traffic alone? Win Win!

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