Park and Ride

Park and Ride (P&R) lots are areas specifically dedicated for use by commuters to park vehicles while using public transit or participating in carpools or vanpools. Used as a common meeting spot, they provide adequate space and a safe, convenient location for drivers to leave their cars while sharing the ride to work. They also alleviate community opposition to on-street parking problems in areas most suited for shared commutes.


Official P&R lots include:

  • Clearly marked paved lots or gravel areas specifically designed or designated by state or local transportation officials; maintained by state or local government
  • Lots or areas with alternate uses at non-peak commute times, upon official agreement with owner (e.g. church lot or extra, "fringe" parking at shopping areas)
  • Lots associated with transit stops, often maintained by the transit company and for use by transit riders only.

Unofficial lots may include:

  • unused, fringe parking at shopping areas not approved by owners
  • on-street parking where not specifically prohibited by law.

Preliminary plans for additional, official P&R lots have been initiated in many high-traffic areas, but until these projects are approved and completed, a little creativity in working with local officials and businesses can go a long way to establish short-term P&R arrangements.

A list and map of P&R lots in the Delaware Valley is available from your MAP Contact or by linking to the interactive map above.

Air Quality Partnership
Annual Report
Connections 2050
Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA)
Economic Development District