Vanpool

Public sponsored commuter service operating under prearranged schedules for previously formed groups of riders in 8-to 18 seat vehicles. Drivers are also commuters who receive little or no compensation besides free transportation and use of the vehicle during off hours. (FTA2)

Vans and/or Class C motor buses operating as a voluntary commuter ride sharing arrangement, which provides transportation to a group of individuals traveling directly between their homes and their regular places of work within the same geographical area. The vans should have a seating capacity greater than seven persons, including the driver. (FTA1)

An arrangement in which a group of passengers share the use and cost of a van in traveling to and from pre-arranged destinations together. (APTA1)

A voluntary commuter ridesharing arrangement, using vans with a seating capacity greater than 7 persons (including the driver) or buses, which provides transportation to a group of individuals traveling directly from their homes to their regular places of work within the same geographical area, and in which the commuter/driver does not receive compensation beyond reimbursement for his or her costs of providing the service. (49CFR37)