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$49 Vanpool fare

Save time, save money and connect with others—all in a day's commute!

Our reduced, $49 monthly individual Vanpool fare—offered to eligible riders who live or work in King County and meet income-based qualifications—is a special value you don't want to miss. Join an existing Metro Vanpool or apply to be a volunteer driver and form your new Metro Vanpool with only two other commuters to start!

Vanpool benefits

Why join a vanpool?

Convenience and value can be yours. Vanpool members share driving responsibilities and coordinate routes, work hours and pick-up locations for their commutes—everything you need is included in your monthly fare.

Van and insurance

Fuel and tolls

Maintenance

Roadside assistance

Emergency rides home

Do you qualify for the reduced fare pilot?

  • You must live or work in King County and make $25 or less per hour.
  • This special reduced vanpool fare is available to qualified commuters for one year or while funding lasts.
  • Participants need to sign up before December 31, 2024 to take full advantage of this great deal for an entire year!
  • Please note, you may be asked to provide income information more than once.

Vanpool is a convenient, environmentally-friendly option that saves time, money and fuel for myself and others.

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Take the first step

Whether you join an existing Metro Vanpool or find two other commuters to start a new vanpool, the first step is to see if you qualify, please complete the form below.

Sign up for Vanpool, no matter your income

If you make above the income limits for our reduced $49 pilot fare, you can still start or join a vanpool for a low monthly fare; area employers also offer vanpool fare subsidies; ask your HR team.

For more information about what a vanpool is and how to sign up, please visit our complete vanpool page, email us at vanpool@kingcounty.gov or call 206-625-4500.

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