Carpool
Resources
The Stanford Research Park Transportation team can help you connect with others interested in carpooling.
Carpool Overview
Carpooling can be a convenient alternative to driving alone. Benefits of carpooling can include:
Less wear/tear and maintenance costs on your own vehicle
Reduction in the days you drive to the work site
Reduction in greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution
Customized Carpool-Matching
Let us connect you with others working in Stanford Research Park who align with your schedule and live/work near you. If you work in Stanford Research Park and would like to try our one-on-one carpool-matching services, please contact SRPGO@Stanford.edu or complete the info request form here:
Online carpool-matching at SRPGO.com and 511.org
SRPGO.com
At SRPGO.com, select "Register" or "Login Here" (top right). Once logged in, enter your home and work addresses to set your daily commute. You'll be provided "Carpool Options" for carpooling either as a driver or a passenger/rider (your choice). Click on the carpooler's name and "Connect" by secure message to start a conversation about potentially carpooling together.
When logged in at SRPGO.com, you also have the ability to customize your carpool matches. For instance, you can edit your carpool commute so that you only match with your co-workers if that’s your preference.
511.org
The Bay Area's Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) also provides a region-wide carpool-matching tool called Merge at 511.org, where you can also find other carpooling tips and resources.
Rewards & Support for Carpoolers
Earn rewards when you participate in SRP Commuter Rewards! At SRPGO.com, select either "Register" or "Login here." Once logged in, simply select the days you carpool on the trip calendar, and you'll earn points for gift cards or charitable donations - your choice!
VTA Guaranteed Ride Home Program
Carpoolers are also eligible for the VTA Guaranteed Ride Home (GRH) program, which can provide a reimbursed ride (e.g., using Uber, Lyft, etc.) in the event of an unexpected workday emergency or circumstance. Register for the VTA GRH program now so you'll be ready if you should ever need it.
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I think the flexibility is what’s so great about carpooling. The other benefit that I’ve found is that I get to talk to people in my car and I’ve gotten to know a couple of people, which has been very eye-opening and interesting.
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