Vanpool riders share a fee that covers the cost of the vanpool lease and gas. The leasing price depends on the number of miles the vanpool travels each month, the vanpool operator, and the size/style of the van. All maintenance, license and insurance costs are included in the lease. On average, by switching to vanpooling most commuters cut their commuting costs in half.
Vanpool Average Commute Costs Savings after the 50% subsidy for 1 Year
Santa Maria |
Paso Robles |
Five Cities |
Los Osos |
|
SLO |
$10,605 | $10,605 | $4,103 | $4,103 |
Paso Robles |
$10,605 | N/A | $10,605 | $10,605 |
*Calculations are based on vanpool vendor estimates and seven vanpool passengers. Savings amounts are the difference between vanpooling and driving alone in a full-size vehicle 22 working days each month, including gas. Vanpool costs may vary significantly depending on final agreement between vendor and vanpool coordinator.
**Drivers of vehicles with 11 to 15 passengers must get a DMV medical. The cost in 2021 for this certification is $140.
