There will be no increase in parking rates for the upcoming parking year, which runs from September 1, 2024 through August 31, 2025. Information about parking permit applications for the 2024-25 parking year will be released the first week of May.
Lauren Vander Kamp
Carpooling in real life: how four UW employees make it work
If you’re curious about carpooling to campus but are unsure of how to get started, find out how UW-Madison employees hailing from four different carpools manage the day-to-day aspects of riding together as a group – and why they think you should consider giving it a try!
2024 campus parking and transportation survey launch
Sample groups of UW–Madison students, UW employees, and UW Hospital and Clinics employees will receive a personal invitation to participate in this feedback survey. Survey responses will help UW Transportation Services understand how well its products and services support campus commutes, access, and mobility for all community members.
An illustrated guide to bicycle security and theft prevention
Is your bicycle protected? Chuck Strawser, our Bicycle and Pedestrian Coordinator, outlines security strategies to keep your bicycle safe – and find out which super-common locking methods are less than ideal.
February bus stop closures to affect accessibility near Van Hise Hall
Closures are planned for the bus stop in front of Van Hise Hall due to construction. Metro routes 28, 38, 65, 80 and 84 will be affected. Those who need assistance with drop-off or pick-up near Van Hise Hall are encouraged to schedule rides with the UW accessible shuttle during the closures. Watch this news post for updates to stop closure dates.
Holiday office hours and transit impacts – December 2023 and January 2024
Legal holidays on Dec. 25, Jan. 1, and Jan. 15 will cause Transportation Services office closures, reduced Madison Metro Transit service, and other service reductions. There will be additional Transportation Services office closures due to construction in the WARF Building.
Real-time bus arrival displays and lighting to improve travel experience on campus
One-third of campus bus shelters are now equipped with real-time bus arrival displays and lights to improve the ease and safety of campus bus travel. Learn what to expect from the real-time displays when traveling around campus by bus.
Parking restrictions waived for Thanksgiving and November 24; changes to bus service
Parking permits are not enforced on Thanksgiving, and most surface lots will not require parking permits on Friday, November 24. Metro Transit will operate holiday or recess schedules, including campus bus routes. Read more for exceptions and details.
Winter parking rules in effect November 15 – April 15
Certain parking lots, moped parking areas, and bike parking areas are restricted to aid snow removal operations. Also learn where to report snowy or icy conditions in parking facilities.
Student-led collaboration brings solar-powered amenities to UW campus bus shelters
Thanks to a student-led collaboration, state-of-the-art solar panels provide power for real-time bus arrival displays and lights at campus bus shelters. The arrival displays and lights improve safety and efficiency for the campus bus system.