Commuter Programs

OmniRide has established partnerships with other regional transportation organizations. Our collective goal is to improve the regional quality of life through reduced pollution and congestion. As an added benefit, this makes OmniRide passengers eligible to participate in several special commuter programs.

Metrochek

Metrochek is a tax free or pre-tax benefit, of up to $110 per month ($1,320 annually), that companies and Federal agencies can provide to their employees. PRTC will redeem Metrochek vouchers toward the purchase of bus tokens and for vanpool operators registered with OmniMatch who have collected them toward fares.

Metrocheks can be redeemed:

• At the token outlets listed in our schedule brochures or at the PRTC Transit Center at 14700 Potomac Mills Road, Woodbridge, 6am - 8 pm M - F
• Online via www.CommuterDirect.com, where passengers can purchase their tokens and then mail their Metrocheks to Commuter Direct to be credited against their account
• On board an OmniRide bus to purchase your tokens from an OmniRide conductor

Please keep in mind that Metrocheks may not always be redeemed for face value. For example, Metrocheks for $22 or $33 are only redeemable for $20 or $30 toward an OmniRide token purchase. ALL the redemption values are listed on the back of the cards. Please note: YOU CANNOT RECEIVE CHANGE IN A METROCHEK TRANSACTION. For example, if you receive the full $110 benefit, you will need to add $4 in cash or check to purchase 3 $38 packs of OmniRide tokens.

The Metrochek program is administered through the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (Metro system). For more information visit the Metrochek page on their website at www.wmata.com or call Metro at (202) 962-1326.

Guaranteed Ride Home

The Guaranteed Ride Home (GRH) program provides commuters who regularly take transit, vanpool carpool bike or walk to work with a reliable ride home when one of life's unexpected emergencies arise. Registered commuters will be able to use GRH for unexpected personal emergencies and unscheduled overtime up to four times per year. The ride home by cab, rental car bus or train is FREE.

This program is administered through Commuter Connections, a regional network of transportation organizations. For details or to register call (800) 745-7433 or visit www.CommuterConnections.org.

Regional Transfer Program

Transferring from an OmniRide bus to other regional buses is easy - and it's FREE! You can transfer - for FREE - between OmniRide and Metro buses. Ride an OmniRide bus then transfer for FREE to any regional bus, such as Metrobus or Fairfax Connector, to get you closer to your destination. Just ask the bus operator for a transfer when you board the bus.

More information on the Regional Transfer Program is available here...

Employer Services

Employer Services is a program that provides FREE consultations and assists to employers seeking to implement a company transportation program that offers alternatives to driving alone. Companies can realize "bottom line" benefits while improving employee morale and loyalty. This service is available to any employer within the OmniRide service area. Call OmniRide's Employer Services Specialist at (703) 583-7782 for program details.