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On April 8, western New York will be in the path of totality of a solar eclipse. If you are traveling to see the eclipse, this page provides information and resources to help you go car-free or car-lite and skip the traffic, including transit trip planning, long-distance transit and travel information, and single-trip carpool matching.
Visit the Reopening Resources page for up-to-date transit and transportation information for essential workers, and telework information for new and experienced teleworkers.
Need to travel through the Bronx during the ongoing construction? The 511NY Rideshare Team is here to help. Plan an alternate commute and keep up with upcoming projects our Bronx Construction Page.
Know before you go. Check out our weather page to prepare before a storm occurs, and stay informed during a weather event.

511NY Rideshare in the News

511NY Rideshare Team Tours Brooklyn Navy Yard

Thy Vo
Published Date1 Year Ago

Last week, members of the 511NY Rideshare team had the opportunity to participate in a demonstration of the self-driving shuttles at the Brooklyn Navy Yard. The Navy Yard is currently home to six self-driving Optimus Ride vehicles, open to both the public and employees. It has stops at Wegmans and the NYC Ferry among others and operates daily from 7:00am to 10:30pm. Ferry riders can ride the...

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"But What If My Kid Gets Sick?"​

Thy Vo
Published Date1 Year Ago

Reluctant to carpool? You’re not alone.The 511NY Rideshare Guaranteed Ride Program (GRP), sponsored by the New York State Department of Transportation, is like an insurance policy for commuters.

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Reward Carpoolers Through 511NY Rideshare's Preferred Parking Program

Thy Vo
Published Date1 Year Ago

Thanks to 511NY Rideshare’s preferred parking program, carpoolers like Julien and Naomi never have to stress about finding a parking spot. Julien and Naomi have been carpooling since 2018, sharing the ride to their jobs at Northwell Health’s North Shore University Hospital on Long Island.

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Why Partner With 511NY Rideshare

Thy Vo
Published Date1 Year Ago

Eight years ago, Kathy started partnering with 511NY Rideshare to create a better environment for SUNY Farmingdale students. She worked with 511NY Rideshare

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