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​Treasure Valley Transportation Resources

The Neighbors United Transportation Committee has created a shared resource guide helpful for navigating transportation in the Treasure Valley.

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Ride the Bus

Valley Regional Transit (VRT)
  • Fixed Route and OnDemand bus services in Ada and Canyon counties.

VRT Late Night 
  • Available to low-income workers who get off work after the bus stops running.

ACCESS Service 
  • Available to people who are unable to utilize the fixed-route or on-demand bus systems because of a disability. Apply by calling 877-232-7433 or visiting ADAride.com.

City Go
  • Looking for an easier way to plan and pay for your bus ride? Check out the Umo Mobility app and City Go Card here. Looking for transportation benefits for your company? Learn more about our custom employer plans.


Share or Schedule a Ride

Lyft Transit Connection
  • $2- $6 per ride to the bus stop within 2 miles of the pick-up area 

Village Van
  • A VRT job-access service for low-income and former refugee residents in Ada County. Shuttles run seven days a week and are provided through employer or agency contracts. If you or your employer/agency are interested in starting a Village Van route please contact [email protected] or call our VRT helpline at 208-345-7433.
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Volunteer Driver
  • ​A VRT service for anyone unable to reach regular bus services (need-based); $5 per trip (12-mile segment and $0.50 per additional mile).
  • Operates in Ada and Canyon Counties
  • Call the Help Desk at 208-345-7433 to schedule a ride two days in advance.

Share the Ride Idaho
  • ​Explore cost-saving commuter options in your area through ACHD Commuteride.

Commuteride Vanpool Program
  • Share the ride to work to save money.
  • Commuteride works with businesses of all types and sizes to support mobility programs.

Boise State University Active Transportation shuttle service for BSU affiliates.

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Bikes & Scooters

Lime Access
  • Lime Access provides a 70% discount on all rides to eligible residents. Lime Access members in Boise will receive a discounted rate of $0.50 to unlock plus $0.07 per minute for the rental of Lime e-bikes and e-scooters.

Boise Bicycle Project Programs
  • Sliding Scale Fee for Kids' Bikes -$10-475 for kids ages 4-11
  • Teen Urgent Need Bicycles - Free
  • DIY Bicycle Repair in Shop
  • Mobile Fix-It: Free bicycle repair for young people
  • Teen Earn-A-Bike: Teens learn how to repair a bicycle and get to take a bike home at the end of class. 

Medical & Senior Transport Services 
  • Eagle Senior Transportation Service - VRT
  • Meridian Medical Transporation - VRT
  •  Rides2Wellness in Ada County and Canyon County - VRT
    • You may qualify if you are not eligible for Medicaid transportation and you do not have transportation to your medical appointment.

Educational Services
  • Safe Routes to School
    • ​Free service for students. Contact Lisa Brady, Safe Routes to School Manager, at 208.761.8507 or [email protected].
  • ​Travel Training 
    • ​Free educational service for agencies, schools, businesses and individuals.
    • Contacts:
      • Neva Resendez, Mobility Navigator, 208-258-2721 or [email protected]
      • Hailee Lenhart-Wees, Programs Manager, 208.608.6039 or [email protected]

Idaho Office for refugees

3501 W. Elder St. Ste. #104
Boise, ID 83705
Phone: 208.947.4296
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  • Home
  • ABOUT
    • Who We Are
    • Our Programs
    • Resettlement in Idaho
    • Resettlement Process
    • Contact Us
  • EVENTS
    • Calendar
    • World Refugee Day
    • Culinary Experiences
    • Community Coordination Meetings
    • NW Conference on Resettlement
    • Idaho Appreciation Lunch
  • RESOURCES
    • Resettlement & Partner Agencies
    • Idaho Resource Guide
    • Policy Guides
    • Know Your Rights
    • Youth Mentoring Program
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • English Language Center
    • Neighbors United
    • Transportation
    • Nutrition Programs
  • GET INVOLVED
    • Volunteer
    • Donate
    • Job Openings
    • Blog
    • Newsletter
    • Let's Connect
  • Refugee Speakers Bureau
  • Podcast