Driving alone to work downtown can be a pain – sustainable transportation options can help
Sustainable commuting and active transportation can help you add health, wealth, and fun to your commute. Whether you are fully in-person or hybrid, work a varied schedule or a set one, there are options that can work for you – and Move Minneapolis can help you navigate all of them.
Sustainable commuting includes transit, carpooling, biking, walking and car-sharing – or a combination of options. Transporting more people to a destination and sharing resources reduces traffic congestion, improves air quality, lowers emissions, and lowers commuter costs. Minneapolis has built infrastructure that makes sustainable commuting efficient with park & ride lots, bus-only and E-ZPass lanes, mobility hubs, and a Bus Rapid Transit network of fast and frequent routes.
Active transport includes walking, cycling, rolling, scooting, and other human powered modes of travel to work, school, parks, cafes, shops, a friend’s house or other destinations. Catching a bus or train also involves active travel when walking or cycling to and from stops, stations, home and destinations. Active transportation benefits your health, our community, and the environment!
Next steps
If you’re interested in learning more but are not sure where to start, schedule a free 15-minute Customized Consultation to talk through your options. Or peruse our resources (link?) to find information on transit, carpool, biking, walking, scooter/bike share, and more. Check out our services and connect with us on anything that is of interest.
Featured Commuter Resources
Downtown Minneapolis commuters like you can find the latest information and programs to help you find the best ways to move.
Services
Customized Consultations
It’s all about your options, preferences, and needs when you schedule a free 15-minute Customized Consultation. Talk through your specific living and working situation and we’ll help you discover what works best for you to get downtown.
Shared E-Bike/Scooter Demos
Watch for scheduled demos of shared e-bikes/scooters throughout the season (April – November) – you can test ride a shared e-bike or scooter for free, with the support and guidance to make your first ride fabulous.
Group Bike Rides
Move Minneapolis coordinates group bike rides for commuters looking to gain some confidence to/from their downtown worksite. Have fun with colleagues and overcome barriers to riding downtown.
Carpool Coaching
Whether you already have a carpool partner and are looking for a great deal on downtown parking or want to find a carpool partner, Move Minneapolis can help.
Improving Sustainable Transportation at Work
If you want to bike to work but your downtown worksite lacks amenities, or you’d like to take advantage of the benefits of the Metropass but your employer doesn’t offer it, Move Minneapolis can help you navigate the conversation with your employer to support sustainable transportation for commuters like you.
Commute Ambassadors
If you are passionate about sustainable transportation and want to share the love with your downtown colleagues, become a Move Minneapolis Commute Ambassador. You’ll gain knowledge, put your skills to work, and have great networking opportunities with like-minded downtown commuters.
Resources for Commuters
You can search and filter for both programs and resources for commuters below.
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