TravelWise is a program that was established by the Utah Department of Transportation in an effort to encourage travelers to seek alternatives to driving alone. The concept of TravelWise is sometimes referred to as transportation demand management (TDM).

TravelWise was established with the idea that people implementing the program strategies help to reduce traffic congestion, reduce energy consumption and improve air quality.

The Utah Department of Transportation launched the TravelWise program in November 2008.

In addition to reducing traffic congestion, reducing energy consumption and improving air quality, the TravelWise program assists UDOT in reaching its goal of optimizing mobility.

The main TravelWise strategies include carpooling, teleworking, e-Traveling, flexible work hours, compressed work weeks, transit, biking, walking and trip planning.

By implementing TravelWise strategies into your daily routine, you are helping to accomplish the program goals of reducing traffic congestion, reducing energy consumption and improving air quality. As we achieve these goals, our quality of life in Utah improves, which ultimately benefits all of us.

Yes. While changing your personal travel habits may not single-handedly solve our transportation and air quality issues, it will make a difference. By using the TravelWise Tracker to keep a log of the trips you save using TravelWise strategies, you can view how your small changes make an impact in terms of emissions, energy and money saved.

No. You don't have to take extreme measures to implement TravelWise strategies. Most strategies can be easily implemented into your daily routine by simply being in the TravelWise mindset and planning a little in advance.

Yes. Whether you are someone who currently does a little or a lot to implement TravelWise strategies, there is always room for improvement. By observing your travel habits and routines, you may find there are ways you can reduce trips and better utilize TravelWise strategies.

While the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) and the Utah Transit Authority (UTA) are both similar agencies, they are not the same. UDOT has the responsibility to plan, build and maintain roads throughout the state. UTA is responsible for the transit needs of residents along the Wasatch Front. From time to time, UDOT and UTA will collaborate on a project. Some of these collaborations include the FrontRunner Commuter Rail, TRAX light rail system and the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) line on 3300 South in Salt Lake.

Yes. Several other states are implementing programs similar to TravelWise. Click on the state names below to see what others are doing.

Washington Transportation Demand Management

New Jersey Smart Choices

Oregon Trip Check

Colorado Commuter Choices

Arizona, Maricopa County Trip Reduction

The State of Utah, as part of the UDOT's overall program, together with its transportation partners, is committed to implementing the Travel Wise program.

For more information about TravelWise visit travelwise.utah.gov, or send us an e-mail at TravelWise@utah.gov.