Choosing public transit gives you a chance to catch up on work, read the paper or enjoy breakfast instead of driving. Setting up a carpool is a good way to meet co-workers or neighbors. And if your community has HOV lanes, it can reduce your drive time.

The average price of gasoline is hovering around $3.00 per gallon, with some stations charging as much as $3.27 per gallon for regular unleaded.

Public transit and vanpooling also saves money beyond the pump. Your employer may provide up to $105 a month (tax free to you and tax deductible to them) to cover the cost of commuting to work on public transportation or in a qualified vanpool. See how much money you will save by choosing a commute option with the Commute Cost Calculator!