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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 |
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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 |
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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! 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.
- The annual economic impact of car crashes in the US is $277 billlion.
Transportation Resources by County
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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
It’s time to end jaywalking laws in Washington
The Seattle Police Department issued 1,710 jaywalking tickets between 2010 and 2016. Who got ticketed says a lot about jaywalking laws.
Dispatch from Olympia: The 2022 all-remote session kicks off
The Washington State Legislature’s 2022 all-remote session kicked off last week, and hearings got under way for many of the issues legislators will consider this session. Between now and the end of session in March, we’ll be advocating for bills in seven priority...
2022 Environmental Lobby Days
Registration has closed! We look forward to seeing you all at Environmental Lobby Days!The Washington State Legislature's 2022 session starts, Monday, January 10. On January 25-27, we want you to join us to meet with legislators about transportation. Transportation...
The 2022 legislative session starts next week. Here’s what we’ll be following.
A transformative transportation package, service expansions, changing jaywalking laws, and other priorities for the 60-day session.
PSRC wants your input on how to fund and build infrastructure in the Puget Sound region
PSRC has opened a request for public comments on how to update its Project Selection Framework. Everyone who wants to see a change in how we invest in transportation should consider submitting a comment before the period closes on January 5.
TCC is Hiring a Communications Manager!
We’re hiring! Join our team as a Communications Manager to help tell the story of why a better transportation system matters and how we can make it possible.
Statement on the confirmation of Washington State Senator Marko Liias as Transportation Committee Chair
Earlier today members of the Senate Transportation Committee announced that Senator Marko Liias will serve as the next chair of the committee. Alex Hudson, Executive Director of Transportation Choices Coalition, expressed the following response.
King County Metro updates its guiding policy documents to include greater focus on equity and sustainability
On December 7, King County Council voted unanimously to put King County Metro’s Mobility Framework into action.
TCC December 2021 Newsletter
Volunteer opportunities, new swag, a farewell, and recent news in the December 2021 edition of TCC’s monthly newsletter.
Annual Report 2021
Explore 2021’s biggest campaigns, wins, challenges, new staff, and what’s ahead in our new interactive annual report.
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