Commute options for new employees
- A walking or bicycle commute incorporates fitness in your day. Stanford is a Platinum level Bicycle Friendly University.
- Eligible employees ride Caltrain for free and connect to Stanford’s free Marguerite shuttle.
- Eligible employees enjoy free and discounted transportation, including free service from the East Bay on Dumbarton Express, AC Transit’s Line U, and Ardenwood Express.
- Stanford carpools receive Carpool Credit and premium reserved parking until 10 a.m. on campus.
Welcome to Stanford!
Did you know that more than 8,000 of your fellow Stanford commuters primarily use sustainable transportation (bicycle, carpool, transit, vanpool, walk)?
Reducing traffic, emissions, and peak-hour trips are priorities at Stanford.
- Join the Stanford Commute Club to receive up to $300 per year and other rewards by choosing a sustainable commute instead of driving alone to Stanford.
- Request exclusive membership gifts for being a part of the Commute Club.
- Consider a sustainable commute and free and discounted Stanford commute incentives!
- If you must drive, consider driving during off-peak times.
If you have questions, contact us, and we’ll help you determine which sustainable transportation option could work for you. We also can answer your commute questions by phone (650.736.9923) during business hours.
Courtesy permits for new employees
Use the following link only after receiving instructions at the Welcome Center:
Courtesy permit registration form
Free-Parking Promotion
Receive a free ‘A’ or ‘C’ permit if you use Ride to manage your carpool through our Free-Parking Promotion.
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