The new feature allows users to view carpooling options directly within the MVV app and the MVV journey planner. This makes travelling on the MVV network more convenient and environmentally friendly.
Users can now see at a glance which carpooling options are available. The combined display of public transport and carpooling makes planning easier, for example:
- from your current location to the carpool meeting point
- from the carpool drop-off point to the destination
This makes travel planning simpler and more flexible.
With around 1.5 million users and 3 million listings, Fahrgemeinschaft.de is one of the largest providers of daily carpooling services for commuters in Germany. The platform offers the most comprehensive range of options for regular journeys of up to 1,000 kilometres. It is also suitable for occasional long-distance carpooling (usually over 100 km).
Booking:
Use of fahrgemeinschaft.de is freely accessible, completely free of charge and works like a noticeboard. Users can independently offer or search for journeys. If interested, they contact each other directly, usually by phone or email. The parties involved sort out all the details themselves. The platform merely provides the technical environment and is not involved in arranging or processing payments.
Coverage area:
The entire MVV area is covered.
Costs:
The price for rides is set by the provider and is often based on the distance.
Contact:
info@ride2go.com
Website:
https://fahrgemeinschaft.de
(As of: 20 August 2024 – please check the provider’s website directly for the latest information.)
goFLUX Mobility GmbH, based in Cologne, operates the free goFLUX carpooling app, which is designed for short regional journeys and commutes. The app complements public transport by filling in the gaps and helps to reduce traffic volumes and CO₂ emissions.
Booking:
A ride can only be booked after prior registration in the goFLUX app. The app offers modern features such as automatic cost settlement, verified users, a matching algorithm and a live view.
Service area:
The entire MVV area is covered by the service.
Costs:
The cost-sharing is automatically settled in the app.
Contact:
hallo@go-flux.de
Website:
https://goflux.de
(As of 20 August 2024 – please check the provider’s website directly for the latest information.)
RideBee is a carpooling app designed specifically for journeys to work, university and events. The app promotes sustainable transport, reduces traffic and helps save money.
Booking:
Users can create ride offers if they want to drive themselves, or ride requests if they want to be a passenger. The app automatically suggests suitable drivers or passengers. A journey is confirmed as soon as the driver accepts the request. Departure times and meeting points can be easily agreed via the integrated chat function.
The app also offers automatic price calculation, digital payment, smart matching, calendar functions and notifications.
Service area:
The entire MVV area is covered.
Costs:
There are no commission fees. Journey costs are automatically calculated based on the distance travelled together and any detours. The standard rate is 10–15 cents per kilometre. Journeys can also be offered free of charge.
Contact:
lukas@ridebee.com
Website:
https://ridebee.com/de
(As of 20 August 2024 – please check the provider’s website directly for the latest information.)
