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To Join a Group, Use the Carpool & Vanpool Finder

To Form a Group, Access our Vanpool Application

STEP 1: Get Together

How to Join an Existing Pace Vanpool

To find vanpools near me, create an account at PaceCommuterRideshare.com. The "Create Account" navigation button is located on the toolbar and in the main section of the home page. While registering decide on your commuter role. Are you interested in being just a rider or a rider who helps with backup driving? Then, search for possible groups traveling along your route to work. When you find a vanpool group, submit an online request to join through the platform. Pace will contact you to share more about the commute, vanpool payment, and how things work. If you spot a vanpool on the road that you want to join, email us. You can set up 3 FREE rides before joining a vanpool or begin riding right away.

To setup the three FREE test rides, please ensure the following steps are taken:

Identify a vanpool that aligns with your commute to work. You can search for a vanpool at PaceCommuterRideshare.com.
Once you selected a van, Pace can connect you with the vanpool driver to arrange three dates and times for your test ride.
Submit the temporary rider form to the Vanpool Services Department for their approval.

Test Ride Request Form

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How to Form a New Pace Vanpool

The first step is to form a group of 4 or more commuters. You may know interested coworkers residing near you or have an existing carpool. Commuters who travel long distances may express interest quickly since the benefits can be substantial. If you need assistance with finding others, consider registering to search for matches. You can also distribute our "Join my Group" flyer, poster, or table tent and/or approach your company’s Human Resource Department, Transportation Coordinator or Property Manager for assistance with finding other commuters at your company (and even nearby employers). When organizing a Pace vanpool, consider these group formation tips. When approaching your employer, share our employer brochure to help explain things more.

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STEP 2: Enjoy Vanpool Driver Perks

Once you have a group, pick at least two drivers: one primary driver and one backup driver. Learn more about how to become a Pace Vanpool driver.

Primary Drivers

All primary drivers have no vanpool costs and can use the Pace van for personal trips within mileage limits. Traditional vanpool drivers receive 300 personal miles per month while drivers of Feeder vans are allowed 600 miles per month for work, maintenance, lunch, errands, etc.

Backup Drivers

Riders who backup drive will receive a monthly vanpool payment discount based on their full-time ($25 credit) or part-time ($15 credit) rider status. The annual transportation cost savings can add up to $180 - $300 in rider fare discounts. There can be more than one backup driver in a group. Consider becoming a backup driver today!

STEP 3: Submit Your Vanpool Incentive Program Application

You now have your group formed and drivers selected. It's time to fill out the Vanpool application forms below. Inside the applications, there are directions on where to send the forms. All participants must sign a Driver or Rider agreement. Backup drivers sign both agreements.

For new groups, the typical application processing time is 4-6 weeks but can be impacted by how quickly drivers are available for the training course. Upon course completion, Pace will select a van that best fits your transportation needs and provide the van to the primary driver.

Fill out the application forms below to get started. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact us.