Data in Action: Arlington’s Via Rideshare Service Enhancing Mobility for Citizens
Arlington’s partnership with Via rideshare service continues to grow, helping the City achieve its priority
to Enhance Regional Mobility and better connect residents to jobs, cultural and
educational opportunities, shopping and other everyday needs.
New numbers presented to Arlington City Council on Tuesday
show weekday ridership hit an all-time high on April 4, 2019, with 756
rides. The on-demand service’s busiest Saturday to-date came a few days earlier
on March 30.
For just $3 per person per trip, riders can access any destination within the
26-square-mile service area. This area includes Downtown, UT Arlington, the
Entertainment District, Parks Mall, the Arlington Highlands Shopping Center and
other key destinations. A ViaPass is also available for $15 per week, which
allows customers up to four rides a day.
Click here to learn more about Via rideshare and see the service area map.
Since Via service launched in Arlington in December 2017,
the number of sign-ups has grown every month and is now at nearly 15,000. As of Thursday, April 25, 159,113 have been taken on this service.
“About 76 percent of our rides are repeat riders,” said
Alicia Winkelblech, Strategic Initiatives senior officer. Data also shows the
average ride rating is 4.85 out of 5.
Rides are primarily booked through the Via app, but
residents and visitor who don’t have a smartphone or need to pay in cash can
also request a ride by calling 817-784-7382.
The City continues to Put Technology to Work for its citizens beyond just the Via app. Residents can
now ask their Alexa-enabled devices for more information on Via through the City’s partnership with Amazon. Click here to learn more about downloading the “City of Arlington, Texas” skills.
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