Ditch the I-35 Blues: Master Your Commute with ConnectSmart

Austin traffic is more than just a nuisance; it’s a time thief. Whether you’re white-knuckling it on I-35 or hunting for a phantom parking spot on South Lamar, traffic has a way of turning a 15-minute trip into a 45-minute ordeal.

At ConnectSmart, we aren’t just here to get you from point A to point B. We’re here to give you time back in your day. Our Trip Planner is built to make your daily travel smarter and easier.

Here’s how to level up your next trip:

🚲🚌 Seamless Travel is a Game-Changer

Old Austin: “one trip, one car”. New Austin: multiple choices- car, bus, rail, bike, walk, and carpool. ConnectSmart lets you mix and match options so you can find the best path forward.

• Public Transit: Access real-time CapMetro bus and MetroRail schedules. Spend less time standing on a sidewalk wondering.

• Carpool: Match with a coworker or neighbor to share a ride and MoPac toll costs.

• Active Options: Map out solid bike routes to work, a weekend ride through Zilker Park, or a walk down South Congress.

• Ride-Hailing: Book Uber right in the app. You can even pay with the Coins you earned from choosing greener modes.

  
  

The real game-changer is combining these in a single plan. Bike to a CapMetro stop, or drive to a Park & Ride and let us navigate the final mile to your destination on foot.

📍 The End of the Parking Hunt

We’ve all been there. You make record time into Downtown, only to waste fifteen minutes circling for a spot. 

• Search Ahead: Locate available garages and lots near your destination before you put the car in drive. 

• Find Parking Now: As you approach your destination, the app highlights the closest options so you can park and get on with your day.
  

📱 Why Make the Switch to ConnectSmart?

We’ve added features that actually provide value. Here's what you get:

• Get Rewarded: We give you Coins for green trips like biking or carpooling. Use them for rewards, including Amazon or Target gift cards.

• Keep Your Maps: You can still use your favorite navigation, such as Google Maps, Waze, and Apple Maps, within the app.

• Track Your Impact: Watch your digital tree grow in your Trip Log as you cut down your carbon footprint. It’s good for you and good for the Hill Country. 

Ready to level up and shave some time off your next trip? 

Don't let the traffic dictate your schedule. Take the trip planner for a spin and see how much easier Austin travel can be.