Driver alerts provide timely information about traffic disruptions, road closures, and parking changes that may affect drivers on and around campus. Stay informed and plan ahead for safe, efficient travel.
Students can get around the Twin Cities easily using off-campus transportation options. With the Universal Transit Pass on their U Card, students ride Metro Transit buses and light rail at no extra cost.
Accessible campus bus routes make it easy to get around the Twin Cities campus. Routes include the Campus Connector, East Bank, University Avenue, Fourth Street, St. Paul, and Dinkytown circulators. Paratransit and Gopher Chauffeur offer accessible, late-night options. Track buses with the GopherTrip app.
Find parking options, rates, and services. With over 130 facilities—including ramps, garages, and surface lots—there are choices for public, contract, and event parking. Services include motorist assistance, electric vehicle charging, and areas for motorcycles and mopeds. Resources are available for managing citations, refunds, and contract parking.
University of Minnesota students who pay the Transportation Fee have unlimited access to the regional transit system in the Twin Cities metro area, including buses and light rail. The pass covers rides on Metro Transit buses and light rail.
Sustainable commuting is supported with resources like the Gopher Way tunnels, the 624-WALK escort service, and the Gopher Bikes Program. Bike lockers, the ZAP! Rewards Program for active commuting, and shared scooter and bike programs in Minneapolis and St. Paul are also available. Interactive maps and estimated travel times help students navigate the campus.