Ways to Avoid Traffic and Make Your Drive Less Stressful

HOUSTON, TX – Every day we plan how we are going to get to and from work:  When should I leave? Do I have time to stop for a coffee? What do I need to do after work? Do I have enough gas? Bottom line – our commute is a big part of our daily routine and often feels like an extension of our workday.

According to INRIX data, Houston drivers waste over 66 hours a year sitting in traffic and spend an additional $1,200 on gas. Commute Solutions is here to help you explore your different commuting options and 'Avoid the Jam!'

Since 2019, our region also experienced:

• An influx of population (+361,000) – some surrounding counties grew by more than 17%!

• Over 200K new jobs were added, with Montgomery and Waller counties experiencing a large percentage of this economic activity

All this growth can result in longer travel times, increased traffic volume, and extended rush hours – making our drives to work even harder and more costly.

With regional growth outpacing our infrastructure's capacity and our traffic congestion exceeding pre-COVID numbers by 5%, it becomes increasingly more important for us to explore new options.

Discover How You Can ‘Avoid the Jam!’

1. Look at a new bus service in your area:

There are 9 different bus services that serve the greater Houston area, and coverage areas are expanding, especially in the suburbs. With routes to places like Energy Corridor, Galleria, Greenway, Downtown Houston and the Medical Center, you can ride with ease and avoid costly parking! Find local bus service nearest you at: YourCommuteSolution.org.

2. Find coworkers and/or neighbors with a similar commute and use the HOV lanes to save on time! We have two FREE services that can help you find or make your own car or vanpool, check them out below:

• Vanpool (5-15 people): MetroSTAR Vanpool
• Carpool: ConnectSmart

3. Try adjusting your workday!

By either starting your workday earlier or later, you can avoid rush hour traffic OR you can compress your work week to save a day of driving to the office. Explore our resources for flexible work at: YourCommuteSolution.org.

Why It's Worth It

✔ Safer Travel – Fewer accidents. According to the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics, in 2022, 0.1% of all accidents in the country involved public transportation like bus or vanpool!
✔ Less Traffic – Helps reduce congestion & you can take the HOV lanes
✔ Save Money – Spend less on gas, car maintenance, and maybe even car insurance!

More Free Time – Less stress, more time for what matters

Want to learn more about commuting options or bring commuter programs to your workplace? Contact us at [email protected] or at 832-681-2622.