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Commuting Alternatives Try IndyGo (Indianapolis Public Transportation) Fixed Route Service for commuters: Beginning Monday, March 5, IndyGo will provide two express bus trips on Route 8 Washington Street from Washington Square Mall to downtown Indianapolis. This service will run Monday through Friday throughout the project’s duration, and will cost $1.50 per ride, $3.50 per day or $55.00 for a month pass, identical to IndyGo’s regular fares. IndyGo has also added temporary stops in Lawrence along Routes 2 and 4 to serve Northeast Side residents looking for transit alternatives during I-70 construction. The Washington Street express service features: Bus service from Washington Square to downtown:
Bus service from downtown to Washington Square:
Bus service in Lawrence: In the City of Lawrence, IndyGo has placed temporary bus stops along Route 2 - E. 34th Street and 4 - Fort Harrison as a convenience for residents. The temporary bus stops in Lawrence for Routes 2 and 4 (in addition to each route’s regular bus stops) are:
More than half of IndyGo’s Fixed Route Service extends from the east and northeast suburbs to Downtown Indianapolis with convenient stops along the way. Riding IndyGo is an alternative to congestion on I-70, in addition to offering access to areas and neighborhoods within the construction zone. Frequency during rush hour ranges from 15-30 minutes. Some of these routes include:
How to ride IndyGo: There are several ways to plan your trip on IndyGo:
Save money when you ride IndyGo: In addition to easing commuting stress, riding IndyGo will save you money on fuel, parking and vehicle wear and tear:
You can use exact fare for Single Rides and Day Passes on the bus or you may purchase fare passes in advance by phone at 317-635-3344, online at www.IndyGo.net or in person at the Customer Service Center located in the Indianapolis City Market. If you work or go to school at IUPUI, you may purchase fare passes at both Campus Card Services locations. If you work at the Indiana Government Center, you may purchase fare passes at the DNR Customer Service Center located in the State Government Center South. More Commuting Options with CICS (Central Indiana Commuter Services) Central Indiana Commuter Services, an IndyGo service, is a federally funded program designed to reduce traffic congestion. CICS provides cost-saving commuting solutions for area commuters and their employers. While I-70 will be open to commuters, reducing single occupancy cars will have a positive effect on rush hour traffic. CICS can provide valuable information and assistance regarding:
Getting started with the help of CICS: The first step in learning more about shared-ride commuting is visiting www.327ride.net:
Special Vanpooling Opportunity during Super 70 construction: CICS has developed a turnkey process for those interested in vanpooling. From securing the van to determining monthly charges, CICS representatives can help you get started. During the months of February to December of 2007, CICS is offering a discount up to $50/month per person for new vanpools originating on the eastside of our region and commute through the construction area of I 70. A minimum of 6 people is needed to start a vanpool. To qualify for the subsidy a person must ride at least 3 times a week. For more information, visit http://www.327ride.net/commuter_vanpool.aspx or call CICS at 317-327-RIDE (7433) and ask for more info about the Super 70 Vanpool Special. Other benefits to carpoolers, vanpoolers, bus riders: If you’re employer is registered in the CICS program, you can enjoy some of the following benefits:
Benefits to employers: As a participating employer, you can benefit from promoting commuting alternatives to your employees:
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