GO Alex

GO Alex encourages the reduction of automobile dependence, increasing mobility, and improving air quality through the promotion of public transit, ridesharing, bicycling, and walking as money and time-saving alternatives. GO Alex also works to improve the commuter experience, assisting employers with creating customized commuter programs for their employees.
Page updated on August 7, 2022 at 10:14 PM
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Learn to Scoot Workshop

woman riding on scooter giving hand signal to turn

Join Superpedestrian and the City of Alexandria to learn the basics of scooting. The workshop will be Saturday, August 13 from 10 am - 12 noon.

We'll meet at Jones Point Park under the Woodrow Wilson Bridge. Attendees will receive a lesson on how to unlock the scooter, ride it, use the brakes, and lock it. You'll go on a short ride to see how scooting can become part of your commuting options. 

Space is limited so reserve your scooter today by signing up here.

Installation of the Potomac Yard Metrorail Station ceiling the week of 2022-03-24

2022-2023 Metrorail Impacts

Two large Metro projects will impact rail service in Alexandria during portions of 2022 and 2023. The City of Alexandria is working with Metro to mitigate disruption and help residents and visitors make travel plans during these periods.
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Need Help Taking Transit?

GO Alex has many ways to connect you to mobility resources in the City of Alexandria. Reach out to us at goalex@alexandriava.gov, or call our helpful friends at the DASH Call Center at 703-746-DASH.
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Resident Resources

Alexandria residents benefit from access to an increasingly multimodal local transportation network as well as the region’s major mass transit systems. Many people feel comfortable using Metrorail, but what if you want to try DASH or Metrobus or even join Capital Bikeshare? GO Alex staff will help you take advantage of these sustainable, efficient options, which make Alexandria a great place to live!
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Employer Services

The City of Alexandria’s GO Alex employer services program provides businesses and commuters assistance for using economical and eco-friendly transportation options. Transportation benefits not only add to the success of your business but also improve the economic vitality of the region.

Capital Bikeshare

Learn more about Capital Bikeshare in Alexandria

DASH

Welcome aboard Alexandria's DASH bus!

Mobile Transit Store

Purchase Metro, VRE, MARC, Circulator, and DASH around the City
Image of a vending machine featuring transit options available in Alexandria (Metro, bicycle, DASH bus, scooter, paratransit van, trolley, VRE train)

GO Alex Annual Report

The annual report summarizes activities for GO Alex, the City of Alexandria's dedicated Transportation Demand Management (TDM) program. TDM is the application of policies and strategies to increase the percentage of commuters using alternative transportation options while still ensuring Alexandria resident, workers, and visitors can reach destination within Alexandria.