ABOUT US

511 Contra Costa is a comprehensive Transportation Demand Management (TDM) program that promotes alternatives to the single occupant vehicle. We encourage what we call “green commutes” via the utilization of alternative modes of transportation that eliminate traffic congestion and improve air quality by maximizing the use of our entire transportation network. Commute options include carpooling, vanpooling, telecommuting, biking, public transit, and walking.

Looking for everything you need to know about transportation in Contra Costa County? 511 Contra Costa is your resource. We provide trip planning services for commuters and residents who need help planning bike routes, managing public transit options, or finding the best rideshare program.

Use our comprehensive transit maps or the 511.org Trip Planner to find your away around the various public transportation agencies in our area. Need to find your nearest Park & Ride lot, or help a friend plan a trip from Santa Barbara to Martinez via train? Are you mapping a bike route to work and want to know more about avoiding hills or how you can make your workplace more bike friendly? Whether you’re a cyclist, a commuter, a business owner, or a senior, 511 Contra Costa has you covered.

WHAT WE’RE ALL ABOUT

511 Contra Costa is a comprehensive Transportation Demand Management (TDM) program that promotes alternatives to the single occupant vehicle. We encourage what we call “green commutes” via the utilization of alternative modes of transportation that eliminate traffic congestion and improve air quality by maximizing the use of our entire transportation network. Commute options include carpooling, vanpooling, telecommuting, biking, public transit, and walking.

SPONSORSHIP

We’re sponsored by all twenty jurisdictions in Contra Costa County in California through four regional transportation planning committees: SWAT (Southwest county), TRANSPAC (Central county), TRANSPLAN (East County), and WCCTAC (West county).

FUNDING

Funding for 511 Contra Costa programs and projects is provided primarily by the Bay Area Air Quality Management District’s Transportation Fund for Clean Air and the local half-cent sales tax, known as Measure J, approved by voters in in 2004 and administered by the Contra Costa Transportation Authority. A portion of our Employer Outreach services and programs are funded by the Metropolitan Transportation Commission’s Congestion Mitigation Air Quality funds.

SERVICES

Employee Commute Alternative Programs
Commuter Transportation Fairs/Events
Guaranteed Ride Home
Vanpool Consultation
Free Ridematching
Pass 2 Class Student Transit Tkt Program
Transit Trip Planning
Employer Commuter Benefits Consultation
Bicycle Rack and Locker Program
Electric Vehicle Charging Program

HOURS

Monday-Thursday
8:00am-5:00pm