About Berea Rides
Connecting Berea College students for safe, affordable rides.
Last updated: January 2025
What is Berea Rides?
Berea Rides is a ride-sharing platform built exclusively for the Berea College community. Our platform makes it easy for students to share rides to common destinations like Lexington, Louisville, and the airport.
Whether you're heading home for a break, going shopping, or just need a ride somewhere, Berea Rides connects you with fellow students who are going the same way.
Our Mission
We believe transportation shouldn't be a barrier for college students. Our mission is to provide safe, affordable, and convenient transportation options for the Berea College community.
By connecting students who are traveling to similar destinations, we help reduce travel costs, promote sustainability, and build stronger community connections.
How It Works
Find or Offer a Ride
Browse available rides or post your own if you're driving. Share your destination, date, and how many seats you have.
Request or Accept
Riders request a spot; drivers review profiles and accept passengers. Communicate through in-app messaging.
Ride Together
Meet at the agreed pickup spot, share the ride, and split costs fairly. Leave feedback to help the community.
Community Values
Student-to-Student
Built by students, for students. Everyone on the platform is part of the Berea community.
Trust-Based
Verified Berea email addresses and community ratings help ensure safe, reliable rides.
Cost-Sharing
Split gas and expenses fairly. This is about helping each other, not profit.
Sustainability
Fewer single-occupancy trips mean less environmental impact.