Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 10, 2014

Public Transportation and Other Amenities. Finally, we are saving due to better public transit. My fuel bill is lower, since I don’t have to go as far to run errands (we live in an area where shopping is closer), and there is public transit, so that is also usable. My husband has a shorter commute.

Money 195

Money Public Transit Repairs Bills 195

Saving Cents With Sense

AUGUST 30, 2013

Turn to public transit or rides from your car-wielding buddies for longer-distance trips that won’t cut it on foot. In college towns, a student ID can get you discounts at a wide range of businesses, from movie theaters to beauty salons, and even when riding public transit. Thrift Store Style.

College 102

College Student Public Transit DSL 102

Saving Cents With Sense

MARCH 21, 2014

Before you leave home, research public transit options, museum or attraction prices and local things to do. Likewise, tourist cards that give discounts to multiple attractions or unlimited public transit for a set period can save you money over purchasing admission independently.

Travel 94

Travel Public Transit Airline Hotel 94

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 29, 2013

If you take public transit , you might need to pay for a pass. The most obvious consideration when it comes to the cost of your commute is the cost of the transportation itself. If you drive your own car, you probably have to pay for gas.

Insurance 220

Insurance Transportation Public Transit Cars 220

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 1, 2014

Both of our jobs require access to a car now and then, and I often must drive to communities which don’t have access to public transit for my work. Right now, it is not realistic for us to become a one car family.

Transportation 167

Transportation Fuel Economy Insurance Public Transit 167

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 27, 2014

Pay a little extra for a hotel closer to a downtown area and public transit? I’ll pay a convenience fee to buy movie tickets and concert tickets online so that I don’t have to stand in a line at a ticket booth. Sure thing! I won’t have to drive so much; maybe I won’t even have to get a rental car.

Public Transit 215

Public Transit Money Tickets Consumerism 215

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 27, 2012

Buying an electric car, carpooling or even taking public transit all reduce your overall transportation costs 1/2 to 2/3. One of the best ways that I have seen someone justify taking public transportation is that it reduces their carbon footprint, and makes them a lot less likely to take random trips to shop.

Finance 187

Finance Green Transportation Public Transit 187