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 January 28, 2023 at 10:52 AM
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Alexandria Bike Map 2022

The NEW Alexandria Bike Map is here! Download it here or pick up a copy at one of the local bike shops or The Alexandria Visitor's Center located at 201 King St.

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Winter Bike to Wherever Week

At GO Alex we are always encouraging people to reduce traffic by replacing car trips with an alternative transit mode such as biking. And you don't have to stop biking just because it's cold. Join us for Winter Bike to Wherever Week February 6 - 10.
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 & Visitor 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.

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.

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)