Vanpooling Has Never Looked So Good!

SAVE money. REDUCE commuter stress. PROTECT the environment!

Join Vanity Vanpool SM and Let Us Match You to a Vanpool Today!

If you commute 25 miles or more, vanpooling is the perfect solution to saving money instead of driving alone. Vanpooling is a great opportunity to meet new friends and relax on your way to work while someone else does the driving.

RideFinders can: Help you start a vanpool by matching you with at least seven (7) people to share the ride and commuting cost to and from work.

Provide information on current vanpools. To find or start a vanpool: register online, view our current vanpool listings, or call RideFinders at 804-643-RIDE or 800-693-RIDE.

Where do I meet my vanpool to get to work?

Each vanpool sets its own route and schedule based on the needs of its members. Depending on the residence of each passenger, vanpools may have several pick-up points or one pick-up location. Your group also decides convenient drop-off points near your worksite. In most cases, vanpoolers meet their rides at Park & Ride lots.

How much does it cost?

Each passenger pays a monthly payment that covers the vehicle, maintenance, insurance, gas, parking, applicable sales tax and tolls. The price varies according to the vanpool group's size and the length of your commute.

Who drives the van?

The driver is a commuter who volunteers to drive the vanpool daily, often in exchange for a free commute. Vanpool drivers must possess a valid driver's license and may need to meet additional requirements as determined by vanpool vendors.

Where do I get the van?

RideFinders works with two vendors, VPSI or K & K Connections to provide vans to riders. VPSI and K & K Connections own their vans. You lease from one of the two vendors. RideFinders is your liaison to these two companies.

Do I have to make a long-term commitment to a vanpool?

Vanpooling requires only a 30-day commitment. Passengers must give a month's notice to the driver when planning to leave the van. The vehicle lease offers a 30-day cancellation provision, so there is no long-term financial commitment by the driver of the group.

What happens if there's an emergency and I need to leave early or my boss asks me to work late without notice?

The Emergency Ride Home program provides a safety net in the event of an emergency or having to work late for registered commuters who vanpool at least three days a week.

What happens when the van needs maintenance?

Ongoing maintenance is included in your monthly fee. When the van is due for maintenance, just contact your vendor to make arrangements.

How can we get more riders for our vanpool?

RideFinders is committed to recruiting rider through its computerized ride matching system as well as employer worksites. All passengers can participate in recruiting new riders by distributing flyers and displaying posters, provided by RideFinders, at work and in their communities.

Vanity Vanpool SM, Mrs. Match SM, and the entire Team RideFinders SM thank you for vanpooling!

Help RideFinders show Central Virginia that alternative transportation works!

Be a hero. Help RideFinders show Central Virginia that alternative transportation works! Simply record your alternative commute mileage on our easy Commuter Log. Click below to download a blank Commuter Log in Microsoft Excel or Adobe PDF format.

Click below to download a blank Commuter Log in Microsoft Excel or Adobe PDF format.
Commuter Log (Excel)Commuter Log (PDF)

Email your log to: cruffin@ridefinders.com

Each month you participate, mail or fax your completed Commuter Log to:

RideFinders
P.O. Box 1239
Richmond, VA 23218
FAX 804-649-2513