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University Shuttles

Get connected in, around,
and between campuses

Shuttles

Get connected in, around, and between campuses when you get a ride on the University’s shuttle fleet. Convenience and gas savings abound with the eleven shuttle lines available to get you to and from University of Rochester destinations.

No application is needed.
Just hop aboard, swipe your ID*, and enjoy the ride.
Rides are free with campus ID.
*except for Scottsville Road shuttle

Rides Are Free With Campus ID

All shuttles are free with a University ID so be ready to swipe your University of Rochester ID as you embark on your journey. Swiping helps ensure transportation services meet demand and support a safe and secure environment for riders.

Spring Break Shuttle Schedules

Weekend service will remain the same during spring break, please refer to the normal spring 2024 schedules. Reduced shuttle service to the River Campus will begin on Monday, March 11 and end on Friday, March 15. Full service will resume on Saturday, March 16.

ORANGE/BLUE LINE BREAK

The Orange/Blue Line connects students, faculty, and staff to the Eastman School of Music, River Campus, Medical Center, and South Campus.

Orange/Blue Line Spring Break Schedule

SILVER LINE BREAK

The Silver Line runs continuously weekdays between Zone 3 South, Wilmot, Intercampus Dr. at Library Rd., Towers, and Rush Rhees Library; reduced service from 7 am to 6 pm during Spring Break.

Silver Line Spring Break Schedule

Spring 2024 Shuttle Schedules

Spring shuttle service will begin on Tuesday, January 16 and end on Thursday, May 16. There will be no service on Monday, January 15 due to University Holiday.

BLUE LINE

The Blue Line runs between Whipple Park, Southside/University Park, Medical Center, Goler House/College Town, and River Campus.

Blue Line Spring Schedule

GOLD LINE

The Gold Line Riverview Direct is a weekday line that travels between Riverview Apartments, Brooks Crossing Apartments, and River Campus.

Gold Line Riverview Direct Daytime Spring Schedule

The Gold Line 19th Ward operates nightly into the 19th Ward area and stops at Riverview & Brooks Crossing Apartments.

Gold Line 19th Ward Evening Spring Schedule

The Gold Line Riverview Direct offers limited weekend daytime service from the start of the spring semester through spring break.

Gold Line Riverview Weekend Daytime Spring Schedule


GREEN LINE

The Green Line offers easy access from River Campus to popular local shopping and entertainment destinations:

 

ORANGE LINE

The Orange Line offers daily morning and evening service between River Campus to Downtown Housing (East Ave., Monroe Ave., Alexander St.); this shuttle stops at Eastman Living Center on weekends and after 6:30 pm weekdays.

Orange Line Spring Schedule

 

RED LINE

The Red Line offers direct weekday service from Rush Rhees Library to Eastman Living Center weekdays (the Orange Line stops at Eastman after 6:30 p.m. and on weekends)

Red Line Spring Schedule

SILVER LINE

The Silver Line runs continuously weekdays between Zone 3 South, Wilmot, Intercampus Dr. at Library Rd., Towers, and Rush Rhees Library.

Silver Line Spring Schedule

Employee Shuttle Schedules

Following are employee shuttle schedules:

CORPORATE WOODS

Offers convenient travel for meetings between the Medical Center, the Lattimore office building, Ronald McDonald House, and the Corporate Woods offices.

Corporate Woods Weekday Schedule

EVENING STAFF SHUTTLE

The Medical Center Staff Shuttle loops on weeknights between Golisano Children’s Hospital Lower Loop, Crittenden Circle, Mental Health & Wellness, and Lots 1, 11, 2/3, and 9.

Medical Center Evening Staff Shuttle Weeknight Schedule

SCOTTSVILLE ROAD

Lot 24 parkers (1420 Scottsville Rd) can catch this shuttle between 5:28 a.m. and 9:30 p.m., Monday through Friday to travel to the Medical Center’s School of Medicine and Dentistry, Golisano Children’s Hospital and Crittenden Circle.

NEW Scottsville Schedule Effective 10-25-23

Lot 24 – Scottsville Rd. Map

Real-Time Tracking

Where’s My Shuttle?

University shuttles are outfitted with real-time tracking equipment. Simply go to the Passio GO! site on your computer or smartphone, or download the free app for your Apple iOS device or Android to see the buses on a map. Live tracking, arrival predictions, real-time capacity, and proximity alerts are also available for all University bus lines.

Did You Know?

What’s the Difference Between the University Shuttles and U-Pass?

University shuttles provide rides to and around University campuses, as well as local shopping and entertainment destinations. Rides are free with campus ID. No application is required.

U-Pass provides unlimited bus rides via RTS public transit around the city of Rochester and the surrounding counties. Must meet eligibility requirements. A completed application is required.

Bring your bike!

Shuttles are cycle-friendly

All University shuttles have racks on the front that hold up to two bicycles. If you wish to use the bike rack, signal the driver that you are going to the front of the bus. You’re responsible for loading and unloading your bicycle but it’s a convenient way to get around town when you need or want to add exercise to your commute.

Check out our handy tips for loading and unloading your bicycle from a shuttle bus.

Event Transportation

Need a Shuttle Bus
for Your Event?

Shuttle bus charter services are available for any University-related event by a University department, organization, or event organizer. Buses can be booked for local or long-distance travel. Round trip and continuous looping transportation is available for local travel.

Find out more

Operational Changes and
Safety Requirements During COVID-19

Face Masks No Longer Required

Masking is no longer required on University campuses or on University transportation/shuttles.

The University continues to encourage anyone who chooses to wear a mask to do so. It is important to remember that masking is a personal choice, and no individual should be shamed or ridiculed for choosing to wear one.

Cleaning of Shuttles

All shuttles are disinfected multiple times throughout the day to ensure hand rails and other commonly touched surfaces remain clean. All shuttles will be sanitized overnight. A hand sanitizer dispenser has been added to each shuttle bus. COVID-19 signage has also been placed on buses and shuttle stops.

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