Set up an account at CommuterDirect.com to place renewable orders and automatically receive the tickets and passes you need for your commute.
Become a Commuter Connections user to access four free rides each year in the event of an emergency or unscheduled overtime.
Join the 255,000+ DC-area employees that telework on a daily basis to help reduce the region’s traffic and emissions.
Purchase a WMATA SmarTrip® card to be used interchangeably throughout Washington, Baltimore and the surrounding region.
Scooting is a new sustainable mobility option in the District. Follow these rules and safety tips to ensure a safe city for everyone.
Help make our city a better place to live, work, and play! Download our FREE Get Around Guide for a list of sustainable transportation options in DC.
Many DC employers offer financial assistance, tools and incentives that save you money, time and stress on your commute. Commuter benefits include tax-free subsidies, corporate Capital Bikeshare memberships and telework arrangements. Ask your HR department which benefits are available to you.
Organizations with 20 or more employees in the District of Columbia are required to offer commuter benefits to their employees. This Law could help you save up to $1,000 a year on your commute costs.
Download this Justification Letter to communicate to your employer that setting up a commuter benefits program is mutually beneficial. You can also share our Employer Commuter Benefits Toolkit with your employer and encourage them to contact goDCgo’s Employer Services team—we’re happy to walk them through the setup process. Compliance with the law is mandatory. If your employer has 20+ employees but does not offer commuter benefits, contact the DC Department of Employment Services (DOES) Office of Wage-Hour at 202.671.1880 or OWH.ask@dc.gov.
Employers may offer a wide variety of benefits to make commuting easier, such as:
Employers may also provide innovative programs, including:
Employers may offer on-site amenities, including:
Savings on your commute will depend on the type of commuter benefits program offered by your employer. In general, employees who participate in a pre-tax commuter benefit can expect to save up to 35-40% per month. Contact your HR department for your programs’ specifics.
Enrolling in a commuter benefits program is usually fast and easy. Consult your organization’s HR department to learn about existing commuter benefits programs. If your workplace does not currently offer these benefits, use our template justification letter to communicate that setting up a program is mutually beneficial. You can also share our Employer Commuter Benefits Toolkit and let goDCgo’s Employer Services team walk your employer through the setup process.
Washington, DC is heavily invested in providing affordable, alternative transportation options to residents across all eight wards of the city, regardless of income. To help meet that goal, DC has a number of transportation programs that provide discounted access to Capital Bikeshare, dockless vehicles such as scooters, and catching a cab, among others.
Now that you’ve already been rolling on two wheels, try riding a scooter! Scooting has become a popular sustainable mobility option in the District. Follow these rules and safety tips to ensure a safe city for everyone.
Finding a good route is important when you are trying to get around the region by bike. Fortunately, there are maps, apps, websites and tools to help you find your way. Listed below are some of our favorites. We are always looking for great apps and resources to add to our collection. Contact us with your suggestions.
Allows you to view all station locations and the number of available bikes and docks, purchase a pass, unlock a bike, and ride right away!
The ultimate transport app that uses open data, mobile, and payment technology to make transport sustainable and hassle free; particularly useful for bike and dock availability.
You’ll be able to get real-time information for all your mobility options anywhere and everywhere you go. Data is sorted by what’s most useful at the exact time and moment you open the app.
A robust, interactive transit map that shows metropolitan DC’s complete bike network. From bike-friendly roads to dirt paths and trails, this handy tool will help you get going on two wheels.
Helbiz is your new urban mobility partner. Simply tap to instantly unlock, ride, and leave your e-bike anywhere for the next person to use.
Web tool identifying bike parking locations throughout the Washington, DC region.
Web tool helping you find safer bike routes.
Ride Report tracks your miles, maps your routes, and awards ride streaks for your daily errands and commutes.
Social network connecting runners and cyclists through the sports they love.
Transit is your real-time urban travel companion. Get accurate real-time predictions, simple trip planning, step-by-step navigation, service disruption notifications, and departure and stop reminders. You can also easily find and grab the closest bikeshare.
Map specializing in bike shops, trail access, incidents, and DC routes.
An initiative of Arlington County, VA to encourage and enable more people to go by bike more often.
The complete recreational biking guide to the Washington, DC area.
Metro DC’s bikeshare system available for use 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
Helpful biking resources from the District Department of Transportation.
Understand all your options when it comes to biking in Washington, DC.
DDOT requires operators to make dockless vehicles accessible to all Washingtonians.
Source of research and best practices for advocates working to increase awareness about better transportation options.
A DDOT initiative offering planning assistance for DC Schools that are interested in improving safety for student walkers and cyclists.
Cycling advocacy in the nation’s capital.
WABA aims to create a healthy, more livable region by advocating for better bicycling conditions and by providing bike education to area residents.
Report information about bike crashes to WABA to ensure fair treatment of cyclists involved in accidents.
Discussion forum presented by BikeArlington, goDCgo, and the Washington Area Bicyclist Association (WABA).
Information about bringing your bike on the Metrorail and Metrobus.
The metro DC area offers a robust network of local and regional bus systems getting you to and around the city. Explore your options below to find a route that works best for you. We’re on the hunt for additional apps and resources to add to our collection. Contact us with your suggestions.
To order a printed version, visit CommuterPage.com. For bulk copies, email info@godcgo.com.
Locate nearby bus stops, learn if a bus is going one’s way and even save favorite stops
The ultimate transport app that uses open data, mobile, and payment technology to make transport sustainable and hassle free.
You’ll be able to get real-time information for all your mobility options anywhere and everywhere you go. Data is sorted by what’s most useful at the exact time and moment you open the app.
Locate stations and bus stops nearby and plan ahead with real-time predictions for every Metro station and bus stop.
Available on:
Android
Get real-time predictions for DC Metrorail, Metrobus, Arlington Transit (ART), DC Circulator, DC Streetcar, PG County-The Bus, Fairfax CUE, and UMD Shuttle. Keep track of your favorite stations and sort them however you like!
See how much you can save by taking Metro versus driving
Available on:
iOS
Avoid delays, crowds, and disruptions with accurate info and live updates from other riders.
Transit is your real-time urban travel companion. Get accurate real-time predictions, simple trip planning, step-by-step navigation, service disruption notifications, and departure and stop reminders.
Receive up to three itineraries for getting to your destination by bus, rail or both
CommuterDirect is your one-stop shop for transit passes. All regional and local bus and rail passes can be purchased here.
For complete information about all travel options in the region. 1-800-270-9553
For information about projects and planning for bus transportation in the District of Columbia.
Learn about commuter and employer resources, latest transit news and service alerts.
Read about transportation services and regulations for the state of Maryland.
For information about transit updates, projects and more in the capital region.
Purchase a WMATA SmarTrip® card to be used interchangeably throughout Washington, Baltimore and the surrounding region.
For information about the department meetings and projects.
Read about transportation services and regulations for the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Learn about legislative advocacy projects to enhance Virginia’s transportation systems.
Whether you’re traveling by train, Metrorail or streetcar, the below maps, apps, websites and tools will help you find your way around the region by rail. Have an app or resource suggestion? Contact us with the details!
Discover the convenience of traveling with Amtrak through the official app which provides simple and intuitive access to travel information like train status, station details, and more.
The ultimate transport app that uses open data, mobile, and payment technology to make transport sustainable and hassle free.
You’ll be able to get real-time information for all your mobility options anywhere and everywhere you go. Data is sorted by what’s most useful at the exact time and moment you open the app.
Get real-time predictions for DC Metrorail, Metrobus, Arlington Transit (ART), DC Circulator, DC Streetcar, PG County-The Bus, Fairfax CUE, and UMD Shuttle. Keep track of your favorite stations and sort them however you like!
Explore DC Streetcar’s 2.2-mile trolley line along H St NE. This interactive map shows real-time data.
An official WMATA tool, Next Arrivals shows real-time arrival information for both Metrorail and Metrobus.
Available on:
iOS
Avoid delays, crowds, and disruptions with accurate info and live updates from other riders.
Transit is your real-time urban travel companion. Get accurate real-time predictions, simple trip planning, step-by-step navigation, service disruption notifications, and departure and stop reminders.
Buy and use tickets and passes for VRE Commuter Rail.
Browse the train schedules, see where stations are located, and get fare information. You can also get alerts from VRE and Twitter, and current train locations.
Receive up to three itineraries for getting to your destination by bus, rail, or both. Available on WMATA’s website.
CommuterDirect is your one-stop shop for transit passes. All rail passes can be purchased here.
For information about projects and planning for rail transportation in the District of Columbia.
Learn about commuter and employer resources, latest transit news, and service alerts in Fairfax County, VA.
Read about transportation services and regulations for the state of Maryland.
Sign up to receive FREE alerts to your desktop or mobile phone about Metrorail, Metrobus, or MetroAccess delays, service adjustments, and detours.
For information about transit updates, projects, and more in the capital region.
An official WMATA tool, Next Arrivals shows real-time arrival information for both Metrorail and Metrobus.
Purchase a WMATA SmarTrip® card to be used interchangeably throughout Washington, Baltimore, and the surrounding region.
For information about the department meetings and projects in the state of Virginia.
Read about transportation services and regulations for the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Learn about legislative advocacy projects to enhance Virginia’s transportation systems.
Receive up to three itineraries for getting to your destination by bus, rail, or both. Available on WMATA’s website.
Today, travelling by car doesn’t need to mean travelling alone. Share the ride, hail a cab or borrow a vehicle using the apps and tools below. See something missing? Let us know!
A free service for connecting commuters, cross country travelers and people running quick errands.
Free2Move is DC’s newest and one of the largest carsharing fleets. You can locate and book a car directly through the app, to get you where you want to go.
Plan your trip ahead of time with goDCgo’s Transit Map – find parking lots near area transit.
Share the ride with others going the same way, and pay up to 60% less.
Easily find on- and off-street parking in DC. Use filters to search for parking spaces by price per hour and/or time period.
Quickly find and reserve parking in DC, particularly convenient when going to events or visiting.
Pay for metered parking with the tap of a finger — get parking session expiration warnings and more.
On-demand carpool for fast and low-cost commutes.
Discover slugging locations near you and request a slug pick-up. Enjoy a forum where users discuss all things slugging.
Ride 24 hours a day, 7 days a week anywhere in Washington, DC. Ride from just $2.95.
Share your ride and split the cost of your trip with another Uber rider headed in the same direction.
Find riders or drivers heading your way, and share the ride on the fastest route.
Create a profile in the regional ridematching database to find other carpoolers near you.
Sign-up to receive cash rewards for participating in a carpool.
Official pick-up and drop-off locations, etiquette, stories and information on how to start or join a slugline.
Provides more transportation options to residents in neighborhoods East of the Anacostia River.
Did you know DC is the 7th most walkable city in the nation? Take advantage of the region’s pedestrian network by tapping into the below websites, maps and tools. Have something to add? Reach out with your suggestions.
A robust, interactive transit map that shows the DC metro area’s complete network of paths, trails, and more.
Walk Score rates neighborhoods based on the ease of walking to shops, restaurants, and other businesses.
Available on:
iOS
The Pocket Guide to Transportation is a compilation of statistics that provides key information for the US transportation system.
Find fitness at your own pace – plan, track, study, and share your journey with Under Armour’s MapMyWalk.
Explore the city like a local with the largest walking tour company in the nation’s capital.
Find local walking groups to join for a stroll around town.
Find out how walkable your neighborhood, company or event really is.
Learn, engage and connect with walking advocates nationwide.
Get information about walkabout events in Arlington, Virginia—designed for all levels of walkers.
Learn more about the regional program committed to raising public awareness about pedestrian safety.
Use this map to identify and report locations with hazardous pedestrian conditions or behavior.
Browse the survey results of the region’s commuters by the TPB’s Commuter Connections Program.
Looking to change up your commute? Our map has all of the information you need to plan out a new route.
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Thinking about carpooling but not sure where to start? You’re in luck! With a rideshare database and guaranteed ride home, Commuter Connections can help make carpooling easy.
Since we're spending so much time working from home, it's important that your workspace is comfortable so that you can feel your best and maintain productivity. The efficiency of your work environment, or ergonomics, plays a major role in how you get work done. In other words, create a workspace that meets your needs.
There's a light at the end of the tunnel -- especially for DC's hospitality and tourism industry! On June 22, 2020, the District of Columbia entered Phase Two of Mayor Muriel Bowser's reopening plan as we continue to take precaution to mitigate the health crisis. As outlined in the plan, large events/gatherings have been expanded from a capacity of 10 to 50 people, and nonessential retail businesses have the option to open their doors. Nonessential non-retail businesses, like many office or corporate employees, will continue to telework for the time being.
In 2019, the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) conducted a district-wide school transportation survey to evaluate the state of school commutes in Washington, DC. In the survey, they found that students and families are more likely to choose sustainable transportation options than teachers and staff. Results show that only 33% of elementary students are driven to school, while another 33% of parents walk their youngest child to school, and 59% of students have used Kids Ride Free cards. On the other hand, 78% of the District's school staff drive to work alone, while only 2.2% ride a bike to school. The survey also revealed that 43% of school staff commute from Maryland and Virginia.
Get a transit display at your school! Transit displays are a great way to show off all mobility options near your school, at a glance, and in real-time. These options include the bus, Capital Bikeshare, carshare, and the Metrorail. By providing a digital display with real-time transportation arrival data in lobbies, main offices, and teacher break rooms, your students and staff can plan their sustainable commutes back home more easily and efficiently.
Many schools are hesitant to use their limited budgets on transit display software, but thanks to the District Department of Transportation (DDOT), schools can install a live transportation feed for at no cost to you! All you have to do is provide the television screen or monitor and use Ride DC's portal to set-up a live feed. School administrators will have the ability to create a custom dashboard specific to their school's location.
If you work nontraditional or late-night hours, you may find that you are left with fewer commute options to get to and from work. Since the public health crisis, public transit and other commonly used travel options have become even more limited in order to encourage people to stay home, practice social distancing, and ultimately protect the safety and well-being of essential workers.
In the best interest of public safety during the health crisis, transportation providers nationwide have taken effective, protective measures to support the "stay home" advisory and to encourage safe social distancing. This includes aggressive cleaning and disinfecting protocols, temporarily pausing or reducing services, closing stations, and more.
Please be advised that you should be traveling for ESSENTIAL TRIPS ONLY in Washington, DC which includes obtaining medical care that cannot be provided virtually; purchasing food and/or household goods; performing or accessing essential government functions; working at essential businesses; engaging in essential travel; or engaging in recreational activities, as defined by Mayor Muriel Bowser's Stay-At-Home Order.
Below is a breakdown of limited transportation services in the District of Columbia:
With certain states and municipalities beginning to lift stay-at-home orders, it’s important to create a Return to Work Plan to ensure you have commuter programs and policies in place that accommodate the interest of your organization and its employees. As we continue to adapt to the “new normal,” goDCgo employer services recommends putting in place a variety of commuter benefit options that help your employees feel safe and confident as they commute to and from the office, or when working remotely.
As the saying goes, "You never forget how to ride a bike," so it's a skill that you carry for a lifetime. Put those skills to good use by exploring the 150 miles of bike lanes and trails that Washington, DC has to offer! goDCgo encourages you to join the rising number of residents who already commute by bike, making DC a healthier, greener, and more sustainable city. Our prospering bike community continues to grow year over year, with an emphasis on the District's commitment to improving bike safety, infrastructure, and accessibility. In fact, we're nationally recognized as one of the top cycling cities by popular advocacy groups like People for Bikes and the League of American Bicyclists!
Ready to get your roll on this summer?! Washington, DC has 150 miles of bike lanes and trails for you to discover. goDCgo teamed up with the Washington Area Bicyclist Association (WABA) to customize different bike routes throughout the District that cater to your bike skill level. Whether you're a beginner biker, avid cyclist, or anywhere in between, you're sure to find the best bike route for you. For your convenience, each bike route features Ride with GPS turn-by-turn directions so you can navigate each trail with ease.
Keep in mind that you should still practice proper biking etiquette and safe social distancing when sharing the trails. Check out the custom bike route options below.
Use goDCgo’s quick reference guide of transportation options in Washington, DC so you can travel sustainably.
To order a printed version, visit CommuterPage.com. For bulk copies, visit our brochure requests center.