Park & Ride
The Georgia Rideshare Program offers residents a safe and convenient way to commute through the operation of carpools, vanpools and Park and Ride lots.
| Georgia Park and Ride Facts |
| Active Park and Ride Lots (excluding GRTA lots): 96 |
| Available Parking Spaces: 8,454 |
| Average Daily Number of Spaces Used: 2,326 |
| Statewide Usage: 28 percent |
RideSmart
Through its partnership with the Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), Georgia DOT participates in RideSmart, a service that pairs commuters who may have similar schedules and work locations with potential carpool partners or vanpools with available seats. Participation in the incentives-based program is free, and is offered using funds from Georgia DOT and its transportation partners.
Why Carpool or Vanpool?
There are many advantages to participating in a carpool or vanpool:
- Reduces travel time with use of high occupancy vehicle (HOV) lanes
- Saves money on gasoline and reduces wear and tear on vehicle
- Reduces peak-period vehicle trips and traffic congestion
- Helps reduce air pollution and harmful gas emissions