5 ways to beat rising gas prices

1) Go Metro - For just $3—about the cost of one gallon of gas—commuters can buy a Metro Day Pass and travel throughout Los Angeles County. Metro has 200 Local and Rapid bus lines and 73 miles of Metro Rail service throughout L.A. County. The agency continues to expand its popular Metro Rapid network. Bus service in the San Fernando Valley was enhanced with the opening of the 14-mile Metro Orange Line last year. Keep in mind that the separately-operated Metrolink trains connect seamlessly with the Metro system, extending commuter rail service 500 miles through the five- county area of Southern California. Use the Metro Trip Planner to get started.

2) Share the Ride - Southland carpoolers save an average of 36 minutes per day by using the region's more than 455 miles of freeway carpool lanes. Additionally, car and vanpoolers share driving costs, reducing them by 50% or more depending on the number of rideshare participants. Drivers throughout Southern California can find a rideshare partner at ridematch.info

3) Split Your Trip - Drive less by using one of the county’s 146 Park & Ride lots. You can meet your carpool partner there, or simply catch an Express to major employment centers. Bike there and you’ll burn calories while saving cash. Locations are at commutesmart.info.

4) Bug Your Boss - We can help your employer set up vanpools or even provide free transit passes for all employees. It has advantages for the company as well as for you. Call 213.922.2811 and one of our representatives will assist you.

5) Start Online – You’re already on your way. Right here on metro.net, you can plan bus or rail trips, join a carpool, find a Park & Ride lot, and purchase monthly Metro passes. 1-800-COMMUTE is also available for transit and rideshare information.