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University of Rochester
Green Commuter
Alternative Transportation Options
Celebrate Car Free Day on Sept. 22
Kickstart your day in a fun and healthy way by reducing or eliminating your car use on Fri., September 22 – World Car Free Day.
Whether you decide to bike, walk, take the bus, or carpool, celebrate at our “Car Free Day Pit Stop” hosted jointly by Reconnect Rochester and the University. The pit stop will be held at the cycle track on Elmwood Ave., across from the main hospital entrance. Drop by any time between 7:30 and 9:30 a.m. to meet fellow cyclists and enjoy snacks, coffee, and giveaways while supplies last.
Alternative Transportation Options
The Transportation and Parking Department offers and supports several alternative modes of transportation. The alternative modes provide sustainable options that can help you:
- Reduce carbon emissions
- Save money
- Reduce stress
Get a Ride
University Shuttles
Get connected in, around, and between campuses when you get a ride on a University shuttle.
U-Pass
Let RTS do the driving while you enjoy the cost savings with U-Pass, a free, alternative transportation program.
RTS
RTS operates the region’s public transit system. Save money with low fares.
Share a Ride
Carpool Permits
Reduce your travel costs and stress by sharing the driving with other employees.
Ride Share
Check out NY511 to find rideshare partners who also work or study at the University of Rochester.
Plan Your Trip
Use 511NY’s Trip Planner to find the best public transit and biking options for your commute or travel plans.
Sustainable transportation news
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Boost your biking skills with
Wheels on Wednesday
Wheels on Wednesday
Join us for “Wheels on Wednesday”, a series of free, 15-minute online sessions that cover a wide variety of cycling topics. Sessions are held from noon to 12:15 p.m., and registration is required.
Got Questions?
If you have questions about any of the alternative transportation programs, feel free to reach out!
Tracey Austin
Alternative Transportation Coordinator
tracey.austin@rochester.edu
(585) 414-9194
Transportation Department
transportation@rochester.edu
(585) 275-4524