Getting To and Around Campus
Transportation Services and Commuter Hacks
Your guide to getting to, from, and around the University of ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ campus without the stress.
Plan Smart
First things first: don’t just wing it. The app is your best friend for navigating campus transportation. It shows you where to find available parking lots, garages, bike racks, scooter drop zones, CatTran stops, and more – updated in real time.
Check the app before you leave home to save yourself from showing up to a full garage, needing to park further away, or making a mad dash to class.
On-Campus Wheels
Once you’re here, getting around campus is easier than you might think. ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ offers several free or low-cost options to help you move between classes, housing, and everything in between:
•&²Ô²ú²õ±è;: A reliable shuttle system that runs along fixed routes around campus and nearby neighborhoods.
•&²Ô²ú²õ±è;: Headed home after dark? Students can request a free ride within the service boundary after hours.
•&²Ô²ú²õ±è;: Offers another free and safe nighttime transportation option, great if you need a ride after dark.
•&²Ô²ú²õ±è;: Available to students with short- or long-term mobility needs.
•&²Ô²ú²õ±è;: Drive to an outer lot, park for less, and take the shuttle in – it’s a smart way to skip the parking hunt.
Speaking of parking – our parking garages don't use the typical ticketing system. Instead, your license plate is scanned when you come in, and the rate you pay is automatically calculated when your license plate is scanned on the way out. Simply tap to pay, and be on your way.
If there's any trouble – like the scanner thinks the "O" in your license plate is a zero – press the call button and a real, on campus human can help you out.
U of A = Bike Friendly
If biking is your go-to (or something you want to try), you’ll be happy to know that the U of A is right behind you. Whether you own a bike or want to borrow one, there are plenty of resources to make two-wheeled commuting easy and secure:
•&²Ô²ú²õ±è;: Registering your bike gives you access to valet and repair services. It also helps recover your bike if it’s lost or stolen.
•&²Ô²ú²õ±è;: Skip the search for a rack. Just hand your bike off to a student valet at the Nugent Building or on the Warren Bike Path, and pick it up when you’re done.
•&²Ô²ú²õ±è;: No bike? No problem. Borrow one for free through the university's bike share program.
•&²Ô²ú²õ±è;: Want extra peace of mind? Rent a weatherproof, secure locker for the year.
• : Need a quick tune-up? Several self-service and aided stations around campus offer free tools, air, and repairs.
Explore Tucson with Ease
Getting off campus is just as convenient, with free and discounted public transit options designed for Wildcats on the move:
•&²Ô²ú²õ±è;: It’s totally free for all riders, and it connects campus with downtown Tucson, 4th Avenue, and beyond. No pass or app required.
Pro Tip: The "public transportation" option on your phone’s map gives you an idea of how close the streetcar is. Timing might be off by a minute or two, but it does give you a pretty good ballpark of when to be at your stop.
•&²Ô²ú²õ±è;: Another free option that can get you across town or back home, perfect for students living off campus.
•&²Ô²ú²õ±è;: If you’re headed somewhere nearby, grab a Tugo bike from one of 40+ stations across the city. Students qualify for discounted passes.
Wherever you’re going, U of A has options to help you get there safely, affordably, and on time.