A low-cost, safe, and convenient way to commute.
Shared vanpools to the Pentagon, Navy Yard, and federal agencies across the National Capital Area.
Questions? Contact us
A message from our founder
“Commuter Express Inc. (CXI) is a family-owned, full-service vanpool business that has been providing vanpool services in the National Capital Area for over 25 years. With the help of our maintenance and office staff, we take pride in keeping well-maintained, safe, and clean vehicles for a reliable commute — and we work hard to maintain the highest quality of service by staying in close contact with our customers.
CXI is a registered vanpool provider with the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, GWRideConnect, and Commuter Connections. We accept all forms of Federal Transit Subsidy payments, including WMATA Smart Benefits, TRANServe Debit Cards, and TranBen Ltd.
Please accept a free trial ride on one of our existing vanpool routes, or contact us about starting a new one — and be sure to ask about our Referral Reward Program. Thank you for considering Commuter Express!
Dan Fields
Founder & Owner · U.S. Marine Corps (Capt.)
Proudly serving those who serve our country
Why vanpool
Everything's handled but the commute
Save big — or ride free
One shared fare covers everything. With the federal transit benefit (up to $340/mo in 2026), many riders pay nothing at all.
Skip the traffic
Use HOV lanes and let someone else drive. Work, rest, or relax on the way and arrive refreshed.
Nothing to maintain
We handle the van, fuel, insurance, cleaning, and repairs — and provide a backup van during service.
Vanpools to the region's largest employers
Getting started
Join or start a vanpool
Join an existing route
Find a route that matches your commute and hop on for a free trial ride — month-to-month, no long-term commitment.
Browse routes →Start a new route
Have 4–13 coworkers with a similar commute? We supply the van and handle everything else — most new routes launch within about 10 days.
Start a vanpool →Proudly family-owned & veteran-owned
Founded by a U.S. Marine, Commuter Express has served National Capital Area commuters for over 25 years.