1. travel
2. transports
3. public transport

Introduction
CarShare Vermont developed this Transportation Resource Guide as a part of our new
MobilityShare program. MobilityShare provides financial assistance to income-qualifying
individuals and families interested in joining CarShare Vermont. The program strives to
make our service even more affordable by offering a free annual membership, reduced
driving rates, and a series of free financial trainings.
With the launch of MobilityShare, we realized that our community needed a one-stop
transportation resource that could help individuals and families plan how to get where they
need to go in a convenient, reliable, and affordable way. This guide identifies a variety of
transportation resources within Chittenden County that are available to help people meet a
variety of transportation needs. When these resources are combined, they can make car
ownership unnecessary for many – this saves money and hassles without limiting mobility
or freedom.
How to get started with the guide
The first step is to start to think about your overall transportation needs and any challenges
you face meeting them. The more specific you can get the easier it will be to start
matching your individual transportation needs with the resources available in our
community.
The second step is to start to think about your transportation budget (see pg.12). On
average, transportation is the second highest living expense for Vermonters (18% or more
of total household income), so it is definitely worth paying attention to and taking time to
plan for and budget. Over the next week, start to track how much you currently spend on
transportation. Is your current transportation spending sustainable for your budget? If not,
are there areas where you can cut back and use a less expensive option?
Once you have a sense of your overall transportation needs and challenges, as well as
your current transportation spending, this guide can help you identify transportation
options that don’t break the bank while still offering the flexibility and convenience
everyone needs. While using this guide, keep in mind that personal car ownership may
not be the best option for everyone. When you factor in the cost of maintenance,
insurance, registration, and gas, car ownership can quickly become more of a hassle and
financial drain than it’s worth.
1 How This Guide Works
This guide is divided into five main sections:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Getting to Work
Running Errands
Getting to Appointments
Long Distance Travel
Fun Trips!
Each section covers the transportation resources that work best for the task at hand and
gives you a general sense of costs (see Cost Key below). It also refers you to the specific
page in the back of the guide where you can find detailed information about each
transportation option and how to access it.
Cost Key:
$ Low cost
$$ Medium cost
$$$ High cost
Average cost per mile estimates: $ Low cost (.04 - .17 cents/mile), $$ Medium cost (.20 - .38 cents/mile),
$$$ High cost (.50 - .83 cents/mile). Cost key based on findings from Victoria Transport Policy Institute
Transportation Cost and Benefit Analysis II – Vehicle Costs, March 2011 (www.vtpi.org).
Section 1: Getting to Work
In a rural state like Vermont, getting to work each day can be a challenge. Luckily, there
are a number of local resources to help get you where you need to go each day.
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Walk/Bike – $
Walking or biking to work can be a great option if you live within a couple miles of
your workplace. It can help you stay active and healthy while reducing
transportation costs. If you are planning to bike or walk to work, keep in mind what
kind of gear you may need to travel in rainy or snowy weather, and to haul personal
items.
Resources:
o Local Motion/Bike Recycle VT pg.13
 Low cost refurbished bikes for income eligible residents
 Safety gear coupons for helmets, lights, and reflective gear
 Tips and trainings on bike commuting
 Free bike/walk maps for planning your route
o Old Spokes Home pg.13
 Used bikes, bike repair, tune ups, and parts for sale
o CATMA Bike/Walk Rewards Program pg.13
 Employees of the American Red Cross, UVM, Champlain, and
Fletcher Allen earn rewards for walking or biking to work
o Bicycle Benefits Program pg.14
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Participants earn discounts at local businesses for biking & wearing a
helmet with the Bicycle Benefits sticker
Bus - $
In Chittenden County we are very fortunate to have regular bus service offered by
the Chittenden County Transportation Association (CCTA). If your workplace is on a
regular or Link Express bus route and you work regular business hours, this can be
a great option. Using the bus may become a challenge if you work late night hours
or need to commute on the weekends when bus service is limited.
Resources:
o CCTA pg.14
 Milton and 116 Commuter routes & Express Links to Montpelier, St.
Albans, and Middlebury
 Bus schedules now available on Google Maps to help plan your route
o CATMA Transit Subsidies Program pg.15
 Discounted or free fares on CCTA for employees of the American Red
Cross, UVM, Champlain, City of Burlington, and Fletcher Allen
o Joint Urban Ministry Project (JUMP) pg.15
 Contact JUMP for free bus vouchers
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Carpool/Vanpool - $$
Carpooling or vanpooling is a great way to save money, reduce wear and tear on
your vehicle, and meet new people. Sharing a ride with one other person can cut
commuting costs by up to 50%!
Resources:
o GO Vermont pg.17
 Free carpool/vanpool matching service & other benefits for registered
users
o Hinesburg Rides pg.17
 Assists Hinesburg residents with meet daily transportation needs
o CATMA RidesWork/Carpool pg.17
 Matching services for employees of the American Red Cross, State of
Vermont, UVM, Champlain College, and Fletcher Allen
o Good News Garage Ready To Go Van Service pg.17
 Provides transportation to work, job training, and childcare for eligible
Reach Up participants
• Car-Sharing - $$
Although car-sharing is not cost effective for everyday commuting, if you can get to
work using one of the modes mentioned above, car-sharing is perfect for running a
quick daytime errand or as a back up in an emergency. It offers the ease of mind of
having access to a car without the high commuting costs.
Resource:
o CarShare Vermont pg.16
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CarShare Vermont’s MobilityShare program offers a free membership
and reduced driving rates to income eligible individuals and families
for 1 year. See the back of guide for full program requirements.
Personal Car Ownership - $$$
According to AAA, in 2011 it cost on average $8,775 per year to own and operate
a personal vehicle. However, owning a car may be necessary if you are not able to
commute to work using the other options mentioned, or if you need to drive more
than 10,000 miles per year to meet your basic transportation needs. If you do need
to own a car, check out these resources below so you can get the best deal
possible.
Resources:
o Good News Garage pg.19
 Personal vehicles provided to eligible Reach Up participants
o Car Coach pg.19
 Assists Reach Up and Voc Rehab participants with finding safe and
reliable vehicles and setting up financing and purchasing.
o More than Wheels pg.20
 Helps individuals get the best deal on a reliable and fuel-efficient car
by negotiating with dealers to secure the lowest price & interest rates.
o Joint Urban Ministry Project (JUMP) pg.20
 Contact JUMP for free gasoline vouchers.
o Opportunities Credit Union pg.20
 Low interest loans given to low to moderate income Vermonters for
used car purchases.
Section 2: Running Errands
(i.e. grocery shopping, going to the Laundromat, picking up/dropping off kids, etc)
We all have to juggle multiple commitments and responsibilities. Creating a transportation
plan that is cost effective and efficient can reduce stress and help life run a little more
smoothly.
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Car-sharing - $$
Car-sharing offers the freedom of car use without the burden and cost of car
ownership. As a CarShare Vermont member you have 24/7 access to a network of
new and reliable vehicles parked throughout Burlington (and coming soon to
Winooski & South Burlington). Gas, insurance, and maintenance costs are included
in the low driving rates. More than 350,000 people share cars in the U.S. (and 700
right here in Vermont!) as an alternative to car ownership. It is a convenient, reliable,
fun, and affordable way to get around!
Resource:
o CarShare Vermont pg. 16
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CarShare Vermont’s MobilityShare program offers a free membership
and reduced driving rates to income eligible individuals and families
for 1 year. See the back of the guide for full program requirements.
Bus - $
Using the bus system when possible to run errands is a great way to reduce
transportation costs. Sturdy folding carts with wheels can make it easier to haul
large items.
Resources:
o CCTA pg.14
 Shopping Specials for residents at senior housing complexes in
Burlington, South Burlington, and Winooski
 Reduced rates for kids
o SSTA pg.14
 Transportation for the elderly & people with disabilities who are not
able to use regular bus or taxi services
o Joint Urban Ministry Project (JUMP) pg.15
 Contact JUMP for free bus vouchers
•
Walk/Bike – $
If you are planning to run errands by bike or foot consider resources that can help
lighten the load. Bike trailers or wagons are a great way to haul items and can often
be purchased secondhand (check ReStore, Craigslist, etc).
Resources:
o Local Motion/Bike Recycle VT pg.13
 Low cost refurbished bikes for income eligible residents
 Safety gear coupons for helmets, lights, and reflective gear
 Free use of bike trailers for Local Motion members
o Old Spokes Home pg.13
 Used bikes, bike repair, tune ups, and parts for sale
o Bicycle Benefits Program pg.14
 Participants earn discounts at local businesses for biking & wearing a
helmet with the Bicycle Benefits sticker
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Taxi - $$$
Taxis can be very helpful when you need tailored, on-demand service. However,
costs can add up quickly!
Resources:
o Green Cab pg.18
o Benways pg.18
 Senior discounts to residents of Burlington and South Burlington
o Yellow Cab pg.18
o Dunwright Taxi pg.18
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Personal Car Ownership - $$$
If you primarily need a car to run errands, owning one is convenient, but it is also
very expensive. Also, when you own a car you also tend to drive more which makes
costs add up fast. If you do drive, planning out your trips ahead of time and
running multiple errands at once can reduce excessive car use and save you
money.
Resources:
o Good News Garage pg.19
 Personal vehicles provided to eligible Reach Up participants
o Car Coach pg.19
 Assists Reach Up and Voc Rehab participants with finding safe and
reliable vehicles and setting up financing and purchasing.
o More than Wheels pg.20
 Helps individuals get the best deal on a reliable and fuel-efficient car
by negotiating with dealers to secure the lowest price & interest rate.
o Joint Urban Ministry Project (JUMP) pg.20
 Contact JUMP for free gasoline vouchers
o Opportunities Credit Union pg.20
 Low interest loans given to low to moderate income Vermonters for
used car purchases.
Section 3: Getting to Appointments
(i.e. doctors, job interviews, etc)
Reliable transportation is essential when you need to be on time and make a good
impression. However, getting where you need to go doesn’t mean having to own a
personal vehicle.
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Walk/Bike – $
Walking or biking is a great option because it allows you to travel at your own pace.
However, if you are on a tight schedule it is wise to plan ahead. Mapping out your
route ahead of time can help you determine how long it will take to get to your
destination so you can give yourself plenty of time to make the trip. Try Google
Maps using the walker calculation.
Resources:
o Local Motion/Bike Recycle VT pg.13
 Low cost refurbished bikes for income eligible residents
 Safety gear coupons for helmets, lights, and reflective gear
o Old Spokes Home pg.13
 Used bikes, bike repair, tune ups, and parts for sale
o Bicycle Benefits Program pg.14
 Participants earn discounts at local businesses for biking & wearing a
helmet with the Bicycle Benefits sticker
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Bus - $
CCTA offers a number of great bus routes to help you get where you need to go.
Make sure to arrive at your bus stop or the Cherry Street terminal 5-10min early to
avoid missing your desired departure.
Resources:
o CCTA pg.14
 Bus schedules now available on Google Maps to help you plan your
route
o SSTA pg.14
 Transportation for the elderly & people with disabilities who are not
able to use regular bus or taxi services
o Joint Urban Ministry Project (JUMP) pg.15
 Contact JUMP for free bus vouchers
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Car-sharing - $$
Getting to appointments is a great use for car-sharing. It allows you to travel on
your own schedule and can help you get to places that are not as accessible by
other modes.
Resource:
o CarShare Vermont pg.16
 CarShare Vermont’s MobilityShare program offers a free membership
and reduced driving rates to income eligible individuals and families
for 1 year. See the back of the guide for full program requirements.
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Taxi - $$$
Taxis are great when you are in a pinch, but again, costs can add up fast. Take a
cab to your appointment if you are short on time, and then you can always plan to
walk or catch a bus home.
Resources:
o Green Cab pg.18
o Benways pg.18
 Senior discounts to residents of Burlington and South Burlington
o Yellow Cab pg.18
o Dunwright Taxi pg.18
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Personal Car Ownership - $$$
Again, it all comes down to weighing convenience verses cost…And the good
news is, with car-sharing as an option, you can still have the convenience of a car
at a fraction of the cost!
Resources:
o Good News Garage pg.19
 Personal vehicles provided to eligible Reach Up participants
7 o Car Coach pg.19
 Assists Reach Up and Voc Rehab participants with finding safe and
reliable vehicles and setting up financing and purchasing.
o More than Wheels pg.20
 Helps individuals get the best deal on a reliable and fuel-efficient car
by negotiating with dealers to secure the lowest price & interest rate.
o Joint Urban Ministry Project (JUMP) pg.20
 Contact JUMP for free gasoline vouchers.
o Opportunities Credit Union pg.20
 Low interest loans given to low to moderate income Vermonters for
used car purchases.
Section 4: Long Distance Travel
When you need to travel out of town, whether to visit family in another part of the state or
head to Boston for the weekend, consider the resources below.
• Bus - $
Traveling by bus to NYC or Boston is now more affordable than ever with the addition
of the Mega Bus. Book your tickets in advance to lock in the biggest savings.
Resources:
o Mega bus pg.15
 Low cost fares to Boston, NYC, and other cities in the northeast
o Greyhound pg.15
o CCTA pg.14
 Link Express routes to Middlebury, Montpelier, and St. Albans
 Green Mountain Transit Agency for bus routes in Central Vermont
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Car-sharing - $$
CarShare Vermont offers daily driving rates, which include gas, insurance, and
roadside assistance.
Resource:
o CarShare Vermont pg.16
 CarShare Vermont’s MobilityShare program offers a free membership
and reduced driving rates to income eligible individuals and families
for 1 year. See the back of the guide for full program requirements.
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Car Rental - $$
If you are going out of town for an extended trip, shop around for the best deal and
compare the cost of a traditional car rental to car-sharing. Remember to factor in
car insurance and gas when comparing prices.
Resources:
o Majestic pg.18
8 o Thrifty pg.19
o Airport Rentals pg.19
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Train -$$
In the mood for a long relaxing ride? The train can be a great option! Bring a book,
put up your feet, and enjoy the scenery!
Resource:
o Amtrak pg.18
 Travel anywhere in VT for $12 (one-way fare)
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Personal Car Ownership - $$$
If your car is in good shape traveling long distances is a breeze, however, if it’s on
the fritz heading out of town can quickly become a headache waiting to happen. If
you want to avoid unnecessary wear and tear on your vehicle consider the options
above first.
Resources:
o Good News Garage pg.19
 Personal vehicles provided to eligible Reach Up participants
o Car Coach pg.19
 Assists Reach Up and Voc Rehab participants with finding safe and
reliable vehicles and setting up financing and purchasing.
o More than Wheels pg.20
 Helps individuals get the best deal on a reliable and fuel-efficient car
by negotiating with dealers to secure the lowest price & interest rate.
o Joint Urban Ministry Project (JUMP) pg.20
 Contact JUMP for free gasoline vouchers.
o Opportunities Credit Union pg.20
 Low interest loans given to low to moderate income Vermonters for
used car purchases.
Section 5: Fun Trips!
And last, but not least, when you want to connect with friends and family to have fun,
these resources can help you get there!
•
Walk/Bike – $
In Burlington we have a really fun landscape to explore. Whether it is spending an
afternoon in Oakledge Park, lounging at North Beach, or taking a ride on the bike
path, enjoying the great outdoors is a wonderful way to stay healthy and active
while having fun!
Resources:
o Local Motion/Bike Recycle VT pg.13
 Low cost refurbished bikes for income eligible residents
 Safety gear coupons for helmets, lights, and reflective gear
9  Free bike/walk maps for planning your next outdoor adventure!
o Old Spokes Home pg.13
 Used bikes, repair, and parts for sale
o Bicycle Benefits Program pg.14
 Participants earn discounts at local businesses for biking & wearing a
helmet with the Bicycle Benefits sticker
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Bus - $
Take a trip to Montpelier to see the state capital building, explore downtown
Middlebury, or visit Shelburne Museum. These are all fun places you can travel to
by bus!
Resources:
o CCTA pg.14
 Bus schedules now available on Google Maps to help you plan your
route
o Joint Urban Ministry Project (JUMP) pg.15
 Contact JUMP for free bus vouchers
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Car-sharing - $$
Planning a family trip to the water park at Jaypeak? Going to see a 3D movie in
Essex? CarShare Vermont can be a cost-effective and convenient way to plan
those fun outings that require a little more travel flexibility.
Resource:
o CarShare Vermont pg.16
 CarShare Vermont’s MobilityShare program offers a free membership
and reduced driving rates to income eligible individuals and families
for 1 year. See the back of the guide for full program requirements.
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Personal Car Ownership - $$$
What can we say, road trips are a blast! Just remember to bring your atlas, good
music, and plenty of snacks for the ride.
Resources:
o Good News Garage pg.19
 Personal vehicles provided to eligible Reach Up participants
o Car Coach pg.19
 Assists Reach Up and Voc Rehab participants with finding safe and
reliable vehicles and setting up financing and purchasing.
o More than Wheels pg.20
 Helps individuals get the best deal on a reliable and fuel-efficient car
by negotiating with dealers to secure the lowest price & interest rate.
o Joint Urban Ministry Project (JUMP) pg.20
 Contact JUMP for free gasoline vouchers.
10 o Opportunities Credit Union pg.20
 Low interest loans given to low to moderate income Vermonters for
used car purchases.
Becoming Multi-Modal
Combining transportation modes can be a great way to get around. Get creative and try
something new!
Here are a couple multi-modal scenarios:
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Put your bike on the bus!
Pedal up to the closest bus stop and put your bike on the bus. This works well if
the bus can take you most of the way but you need a little extra help to go the final
distance.
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Ride the bus to a CarShare Vermont car!
Walk to the bus stop, hop on a CCTA bus, and get a ride to the closest CarShare
Vermont pod. Take the car to run your errand and then take the bus back home.
Conclusion
We hope that this guide was useful and has helped introduce you to a variety of
transportation options. Thankfully, there are a lot of great choices in our community so
there doesn’t have to be a one-size-fits-all approach to getting around.
In the following pages you will find a Transportation Resource Index, which includes the
list of all the organizations we mentioned in the guide, what services they provide, and how
to access them. We have also included some budgeting worksheets to help you plan out
the most cost effective way to get from here to there.
Good luck & Safe Travels!
Your friends at CarShare Vermont
11 Budgeting for Transportation
It is helpful to develop a system for tracking spending on transportation so that you are
able to develop an accurate and realistic transportation budget.
Take a moment to answer the following questions and fill in the chart below:
What are 5 most common trips you take?
What is the estimated distance and amount of time it takes to complete the trip?
What is the usual time of day?
Do the trips occur on weekdays or weekends?
How many times do you make this trip each week/month/year?
What transportation mode do you currently use to meet this need at what is the
cost/trip? Cost/month?
What is one alternative option you could use? What is the cost/trip? Cost/month?
Common
Trips
Distance
round trip
Duration
of trip
Time of
Day
Weekday
or
Weekend
How
Often
Cost/Trip
Current
Mode
Cost/
Month
Current
Mode
Cost/
Trip
Alt.
Mode
Cost/
Month
Alt.
mode
Ex. Grocery
Shopping
7 miles
1.5hrs
Evening
Weekend
Once
per
week
Taxi $18
$72
Mobility
Share
$7
$28
What is your total transportation costs/month for all trips using your current mode(s)? $______
What would your total transportation costs/month be using an alternative mode(s)? $_______
My new monthly transportation budget is $_______
12 Transportation Resource Index
Walk/ Bike Resources:
Local Motion/Bike Recycle VT
Bike Recycle Vermont refurbishes bicycles
and sells them to income eligible
Vermonters. Recipients receive a bike,
helmet, and lock for a minimum of a $25
donation. Local Motion also offers $6 safety
gear coupons for the purchase of lights,
reflective gear, etc. Check out Local
Motion’s Trailside Center on the waterfront
to pick up free maps and to get advice on
commuting and recreating by foot and
bicycle!
Location:
Bike Recycle Vermont
664 Riverside Avenue
Burlington, VT 05401
Hours: Tuesday – Friday 1-5pm
Local Motion’s Trailside Center
on the Waterfront Bike Path
1 Steele Street
Burlington, VT 05401
Hours: May, June, Sept, Oct: !10am-6pm!
Jul, Aug: !9am-6pm
Contact Info:
Bike Recycle Vermont - 802.264.9687
Trailside Center - (802) 652.2453
www.localmotion.org
Old Spokes Home
Old Spokes Home sells a large variety of
used and vintage bikes, bike-commuting
gear, and bike parts. They also offer bike
repair and tune up services.
Location:
322 N. Winooski Ave.
Burlington, VT 05401
Summer Hours: Monday – Saturday 10am6pm & Sunday 11am-5pm
Contact Info:
(802)-863-4475
[email protected]
CATMA Bike/Walk Reward Program
Employees of the American Red Cross,
Champlain College, Fletcher Allen Health
Care and the University of Vermont who are
eligible for employer-paid benefits can
register to participate in the CATMA
Bike/Walk Reward Program. The program
requires the employee to walk and/or bike
to and from work at least three days each
week for two 4-week periods. Employees
record the dates on a tracking card and
return the card to the CATMA office to
redeem a reward.
Contact Info:
802.656.RIDE (7433)
[email protected]
http://www.catmavt.org/
13 Bicycle Benefits
Contact Info:
Bicycle Benefits participants earn discounts To find a list of participating business visit
at local businesses for biking and wearing a http://www.bicyclebenefits.org/
helmet with the Bicycle Benefits sticker. You
can purchase a sticker for $5 at Local
Motion’s Trailside Center on the Burlington
Bike Path.
Bus Resources:
CCTA
CCTA’s mission is to promote and operate
safe, convenient, accessible, innovative and
sustainable public transportation services in
the northwest and central Vermont region
that reduce congestion and pollution,
encourage transit oriented development and
enhance the quality of life for all. CCTA offers
fixed bus routes, commuter shuttles, ADA
and paratransit services, Link Express
services to Montpelier, Middlebury, and St.
Albans. CCTA also offer services to central
Vermont through the Green Mountain Transit
Agency.
Contact Info & Pre-purchase tickets at:
(802) 864-2282
www.cctaride.org
General fares:
$1.25/One-way, $10/10-ride ticket,
$50/ Monthly pass
Discounted fares:
$.60/One-way, $6/10-ride ticket,
$25/Monthly pass
*Available for children age 6-17, seniors,
and people with disabilities
Link Express fares:
$4/One-way, $40/10-ride ticket,
$150/Monthly pass
SSTA
Special Services Transportation Agency
(SSTA) is a private non-profit corporation that
provides accessible transportation services
within Chittenden County for the elderly and
people with disabilities.
Contact info:
(802) 878-1527
[email protected]
Hours:
Office open for scheduling rides
Monday - Friday 8am-5pm
Rates: Call for current rates & ask about
Medicaid waivers
14 CATMA Transit Subsidies Program
Employees of the American Red Cross,
Fletcher Allen Health Care, the City of
Burlington, as well as students, faculty, and
staff at Champlain College, and the
University of Vermont receive discounted or
free fares on CCTA buses.
Contact Info:
(802) 656-7433
[email protected]
http://www.catmavt.org/
Mega Bus
Mega Bus offers low-cost, express bus
service for city-to-city travel for as low as $1.
The Burlington Mega Bus stop provides
service to Amherst, Boston, Hartford, New
York City, and Saratoga Springs.
Contact Info:
1-877-462-6342
http://us.megabus.com/Default.aspx
Greyhound
Greyhound provides intercity bus
transportation across North America.
Contact Info:
1-800-231-2222
https://www.greyhound.com/farefinder/ste
p1.aspx
Joint Urban Ministry Project (JUMP)
JUMP operates a drop-in emergency
assistance center on weekday mornings,
and offers financial assistance with basic
needs through vouchers at local businesses.
Vouchers can be used for bus passes
among other household needs.
Location:
First Congregational Church
38 South Winooski Ave.
Burlington, VT 05401
Discounted Fares:
Fletcher Allen – 50% subsidy on monthly
and 10-ride, 25% on Link
American Red Cross – 50% on all passes
City of Burlington –Free 10-ride or monthly
pass
UVM/Champlain – All students, faculty,
and staff ride for free
Hours: Tuesday-Friday 9am to 12pm
First 17 people in line served Tuesday &
Wednesday and first 11 Thursday & Friday
Contact Info:
(802) 862-4501
http://jumpvt.org/home.html
15 Car-sharing Resources:
CarShare Vermont
CarShare Vermont’s mission is to provide
an affordable, convenient, and reliable
alternative to private car ownership that
enhances the environmental, economic, and
social wellbeing of our region and planet.
Our vision is a region in which individuals,
businesses, and other organizations meet
their transportation needs while owning
fewer vehicles, and as a result improve the
environment, enhance community health,
and save money.
Location:
131 St. Paul Street
Burlington, VT 05401
Hours – 9am-5pm
Contact Info:
(802) 861-2340
[email protected]
www.carsharevt.org
CarShare Vermont’s MobilityShare program
provides financial assistance to incomequalifying individuals and families interested
in joining CarShare Vermont. MobilityShare
participants receive a free membership,
waived application fee, and reduced driving
rates for 1 year. The MobilityShare program
is available to low-income individuals and
families who meet the following
requirements:
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You are at least 21 years old.
You have a valid driver’s license with
at least two consecutive years of
driving history (no suspensions) and
a clean record.
Your household income does not
exceed 60% of median income in
Chittenden County (we can help you
determine this).
You must complete a series of free
financial education classes offered by
the Champlain Valley Office of
Economic Opportunity’s Financial
Future’s Program.
You have a credit or debit card for
payment (if you do not have a credit
or debit card, we can help you attain
one).
16 Carpool/Vanpool Resources:
Go Vermont
Go Vermont is a resource for commuters
who want to reduce the cost and
environmental impact of driving. The
program features a free carpool/vanpool
matching service, ridesharing tips, and other
practical information on getting around by
biking, walking, bus, train and ferry. In
addition to a free carpool/vanpool matching
service, Go Vermont also provides a
guaranteed ride home benefit and
participants are entered in to drawings to
win free movie tickets, gas cards, restaurant
or shopping gift certificates.
Contact Info:
1-800-685-7433
[email protected]
http://www.connectingcommuters.org/
Hinesburg Rides
Contact Info:
Hinesburg Rides is a program designed to
(802) 482-2778
address the transportation needs of
www.hinesburg.org
Hinesburg residents, employees, and
employers. The program provides rides to
doctors’ appointments, therapy, grocery
store, post office, bank, and other approved
needs.
CATMA Carpools/RidesWork
By calling CATMA, employees of the
American Red Cross, Fletcher Allen, the
State of Vermont, UVM, and Champlain
College can access a database of
employees that currently commute and
either have an existing carpool to join or that
are looking for a match.
Contact Info:
(802) 656-7433
[email protected]
http://www.catmavt.org/
Good News Garage Ready to Go Van
Service
Ready To Go is a transportation program
available to eligible Reach Up participants. It
provides rides to work, job training
opportunities, and childcare.
Location:
331 North Winooski Avenue
Burlington, VT 05401
Contact Info:
1-877-448-3288
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Green Cab
Contact Info:
(802) 316-0700
[email protected]
http://greencabvt.com/index.html
Benways
Benways offers a Senior VIP Pass Program
for residents of Burlington and South
Burlington age 62 or older. Pass holders
receive a $1 off the normal fee for rides
within Burlington and South Burlington.
Contact Info:
(802) 862-1010
[email protected]
http://www.benways.com/
Yellow Cab
Contact Info:
(802) 862-3300
Dunwright Taxi
Contact Info:
(802) 760-7666
http://www.dunwrighttaxi.com/index.html
Train Resource:
Amtrak
Contact Info:
The Vermonter runs daily between
1-800-USA-RAIL (1-800-872-7245)
Washington, DC and St. Albans, in Northern http://www.amtrak.com/
Vermont. It begins in DC and runs through
New York City to Connecticut,
Massachusetts and New Hampshire.
Car Rental Resources:
Majestic
Location:
616 South Willard Street
Burlington, Vermont 05401
Contact Info:
(802) 860-7300
http://www.rentmajestic.com/
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Location:
1700 Williston Rd.
South Burlington, VT 05403
Contact Info:
1-877- 283-0898
Airport Rentals:
National
Enterprise
Alamo
Budget
Avis
Budget
Location:
1200 Airport Drive
South Burlington, VT 05403
Contact Info:
National – 1-800-227-7368
Enterprise - 1-800-325-8007
Alamo - 1-800-327-9633
Budget – 1-800-527-0700
Avis - 1-800-331-1212
Budget - 1-800-654-3131
Car Ownership Resources:
Good News Garage
The mission of Good News Garage is
to create economic opportunity by
providing affordable and reliable
transportation options for people in
need. Individuals can qualify for a
vehicle through the Reach Up program
when referred by the Department of
Children and Families. The Ready To
Go van service is also available to help
Reach Up participants get to work, job
interviews, job training, or to access
childcare.
Location:
331 North Winooski Avenue
Burlington, VT 05401
Car Coach
The Vermont Car Coach Project is a
partnership between the Central
Vermont Community Action Council,
the Vermont Department for Children
Contact Info:
1-800-639-1053
(802) 479-1053
http://www.cvcac.org/index.php/transportation
Contact Info:
1-877-448-3288
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It assists Reach Up and Voc Rehab
participants throughout Vermont who
are employed or close to securing
employment with finding safe and
reliable vehicles and setting up
financing and purchasing. A referral
from a Reach Up or Voc Rehab case
manager is required.
More than Wheels
More Than Wheels is a nonprofit
organization that helps people get the
best deal on a reliable and fuel-efficient
car by negotiating with dealers to
secure the lowest price and providing
the lowest interest rate available. They
also provide personal financial
education to help people improve and
maintain their financial stability—now
and in the future.
Contact Info:
1-866-455-2522
www.morethanwheels.org
Joint Urban Ministry Project
(JUMP)
JUMP operates a drop-in emergency
assistance center on weekday
mornings, and offers financial
assistance with basic needs through
vouchers at local businesses. Vouchers
can be used for gasoline vouchers
among other household needs.
Location:
First Congregational Church
38 South Winooski Ave.
Burlington, VT 05401
Hours: Tuesday-Friday 9am to 12pm
First 17 people in line served Tuesday &
Wednesday and first 11 Thursday & Friday
Contact Info:
(802) 862-4501
http://jumpvt.org/home.html
Opportunities Credit Union
Opportunities Credit Union offers lowinterest loans and low monthly
payments for used car. They also offer
assistance creating a budget and
building credit to assist the applicant in
achieving loan approval.
Location:
92 North Avenue
Burlington, VT 05401
Hours:
Monday-Thursday: 9:00am-5:00pm;
Friday: 9:00am-6:00pm
Contact Info: 1-800-865-8328
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Champlain Valley Office of Economic
Opportunity (CVOEO)
The Mission of CVOEO is to address
fundamental issues of economic, social,
and racial justice and to work with lowincome people to achieve economic
independence. CVOEO is one of five
Community Action Agencies in Vermont.
CVOEO serves primarily the northwestern
corner of the state -- Franklin, Grand Isle,
Chittenden, and Addison Counties. The
three Coordinated Statewide Housing
Services programs of CVOEO (the Fair
Housing Project, the Mobile Home Project,
and Vermont Tenants, Inc.) serve residents
statewide.
Location:
255 South Champlain Street
Burlington, VT 05401
Contact Info:
(802) 862-2771 or
1-800-287-7971 (Voice/TDD)
http://www.cvoeo.org/index.html
Vermont 211
Contact Info:
Vermont 2-1-1 provides all people in
Dial 2-1-1
Vermont with free access to community
http://www.vermont211.org/
resources through information and referral.
This access includes personal assistance by
telephone and online through a searchable
database of services.
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