Coming Soon: New Marin-Sonoma HOV Lane Hours
5:00 AM–10:00 AM and 3:00 PM–7:00 PM in both directions
Please be aware that new carpool hours will be in place.
We recognize that drivers will need time to adjust. These new hours align with all nine Bay Area state-owned toll bridges for a more seamless commute!
New Lanes, New Gains!
With the upcoming completion of the Marin Sonoma Narrows Project targeted for September and 52 miles of continuous High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lanes on Highway 101 connecting Marin and Sonoma, it will be easier than ever to share the ride and cruise through traffic by taking transit, carpool, or vanpool
To celebrate, Marin Commutes, in collaboration with Go Sonoma Commutes, is kicking off the HOV Diamond Dozen Challenge, our longest seasonal challenge to date! For all of Transit Month (September) and Rideshare Month (October) you’ll be able to rack up brand new rewards while discovering the benefits of commuting together!
Already a Marin Commutes Rewards user? You’re automatically enrolled—just start logging trips!
Be an HOV Hero
New lanes. Two months. Dozens of chances to win.
Monthly Prizes
12 is the magic number! For each month that you log at least 12 eligible shared trips, you’ll be entered to win a $100 gift card!
- Transit Month (Sept 1 – 31): Log 12 transit trips and be entered to win one of six $100 gift cards.
- Rideshare Month (Oct 1 – 31): All shared trips count! Log any combination of 12 transit, carpool, or vanpool trips and get another shot at winning one of six $100 gift cards!
Share the Ride, Share Your Story!
Whether you’re riding the bus, train, ferry or rolling in the carpool lane, we want to see how you’re making the most of shared transportation or enjoying the new HOV lanes!
- September: Post about your transit trip experience
- October: Post about your carpool or vanpool trips
Follow and tag @marincommutes and the transit provider you rode with #MarinCommutes on Instagram, Facebook, or X. The first 12 posts each month will earn a $25 gift card.
Live and work in Sonoma County? Check out GoSonoma Commutes. They offer separate incentives for those commuting outside of Marin County.
Help promote the HOV Diamond Dozen HOV Challenge!