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Commute Calculator
Have you ever wondered what your commute really costs?
Find out with our quick and easy commute calculator! Just enter a few details about your trip and let our calculator do its thing. You might be surprised by the cost of your ride!
What would it cost you to pick another method?
| Method | Monthly Cost |
| Walking | $0 |
|
Biking |
$25 |
|
Transit ORCA PugetPass allows access to Community Transit, Everett Transit, King County Metro Transit, King County Water Taxi, Kitsap Transit, Pierce Transit, Seattle Streetcar, and Sound Transit) |
$80 |
|
Vanpool for 6 passengers commuting 25 miles roundtrip in King County |
$81 |
Reasons Why
Want a good reason to take the bus, ride your bike, catch a train, or walk? We have plenty! Â From saving money to saving the planet, these transportation options can help.
Be Green
- Transportation is the largest source of greenhouse gas emissions in Washington State, averaging around 50% for the last several years.
- Seventy percent of cancers caused by airborne pollutants come from diesel exhaust.
- At least 14 million pounds of toxic chemicals flow into Puget Sound every year including motor oil spill, drop, or runoff from paved-over areas.
- In Washington, driving accounts for almost 60% of air pollution.
- Each light rail train can carry 200 people in the space of 3 moving cars.
Save Time
- Work, read, or even nap on bus or train.
- Biking, walking, or taking transit avoids wasted time finding parking, dealing with parking tickets, or being towed.
- Trains and streetcars ar the safest and most reliable forms of transportation during inclement weather.
Be More Active
- One in three Washingtonians doesn’t get enough physical activity. .
- Walking and biking are good exercise and good for your health. They burn calories, build muscle tissue, strengthen the cardiovascular system and help control weight.
- People who take the bus or train are more likely to get their 30 minutes of recommended physical activity each day.
- 3.6 million americans 65 or older stay at home and are less mobile because they lack transportation options.
Be Safe
- In the US, riding a train is 20-30 times safer than driving, and riding the bus is about 60 times safer.
- Walking or biking is about 4 times safer than driving.
- Air pollution from cars has been linked with childhood asthma and stunted lung growth, along with cancer and other health impacts.
Save Money
- Transportation is the second largest household expense, only behind housing.
- Households that live further away from transit spend more than 45% of their budget on housing and transportation costs than households that have transit access.
- The percentage of a family’s income that is spent on transportation is highest for the lowest income earners: 8.2% for high-income and 15.7% for low-income. Â
- The annual economic impact of car crashes in the US is $277 billlion.
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Ways to Explore Washington State
You don’t need a car to explore the state! You can get from Seattle to the coast by taking public transportation. Here are some testimonials from people who’ve tried it and resources for you to start your own adventure.
News & Updates
📢Action Alert: Help Get Light Rail Built Faster!
SB 6148 has a hearing in the Senate Transportation Committee on Monday, January 19th, at 4 PM. Here are two quick ways you can help support this bill
Why Regional Transportation Planning Matters for Washington’s Climate Goals
As Washington continues to grow, how we plan transportation plays a decisive role in whether we deliver cleaner air, lower household costs, and transportation options that work for everyone.
Welcome to the 2026 Legislative Session
Check out our priorities for the Washington State legislative session and an overview of what to expect this year.
Let’s Fix Washington’s Most Dangerous Roads and Stop Paying the Price for Inaction
Traffic violence is often framed as a public safety crisis, but it is also a massive economic one. Each year, Washington pays more than $20 billion in the economic and human costs of crashes. It’s past time to change that.
Intercity Bus Service for a More Connected Washington: What’s New in 2026
An update on our work to secure more funding for the Travel Washington intercity bus program.
December News: The 1 Line Is Now Arriving… in Federal Way!
New stations just dropped, join us for a leg session kick off, and more.
What the Federal Way Light Rail Extension Means to Transit Riders
Riders from across the Puget Sound region are excited for more light rail and eager for Sound Transit 3 projects to connect them further.
Join TCC for a 2026 Legislative Agenda Preview Event!
Hear from TCC staff about the policies, programs, and funding we’ll advocate for as part of our 2026 Legislative Agenda.
November News: Building Trains, Winning Campaigns
Read about Tuxes & Trains 2025, our successful campaign for Ellensburg Transit, the launch of Build the Damn Trains, and more.
Highlights and Photos from Tuxes & Trains 2025
More than 300 people joined us at the gorgeous Seattle Art Museum for Tuxes & Trains 2025: Together We Build. We left feeling so grateful for the amazing community of transit riders, advocates, and partners who make our work possible.
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