Multi-Modal
Multi-Modal commuting involves using two or more forms of transportation. Many people already combine public and private transportation for their commute, driving to a SEPTA station or stop and then completing their journey via bus, trolley, high-speed or regional rail. Replacing the drive with a brisk walk or short bicycle ride produces many of the benefits of pedestrian or bicycle commuting, and works well when walking or biking the whole way is not feasible due to distance, safety or physical fitness.
Adding as little as 30 minutes (15 minutes each way) of walking or biking to your daily commute burns calories, raises your metabolism, increases concentration and improves mood, allowing you to focus on work while improving your interactions with colleagues. Thirty minutes of activity a day has also been demonstrated to help people maintain body weight and reduce the likelihood and severity of chronic illnesses. Meanwhile, pedestrian or bicycle commuters significantly reduce the amount of CO2 released due to their commute, as well as save on gasoline and maintenance costs to their cars. Using bicycles and public transportation also have more predictable costs, as they are not subject to rising gas prices, than driving by car, and allow commuters to bypass time consuming freeway congestion – leading to more predictable transit times and less aggravation.
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On this webpage you will find resources specifically about multi-modal commuting – what forms exist, how to do it, how to plan a trip, maps and good practices – that complement similar resouces on the walking, bicycling and public transit pages of the website, as well as external links to useful materials. Be sure to fill out our questionare to receive a personalized Multi-Modal Commuting Map. If you are interested in setting up a multi-modal workshop at your workplace, contact the Commuter Connection team at 215-567-4004, or email us at commuter@cleanair.org.
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Get started with your own multi-modal routine by filling out our general questionnaire on Survey Monkey!
Wondering how to get to work via two or more modes of transit?
Fill out our Bimodal Commuting Questionnaire so we can create a personal commute map for you!
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