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!
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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.
Shamrock Shuffle races to impact travel on campus Saturday morning, March 16
The UW–Madison Police Department will control traffic along the race routes, including Observatory Drive and Linden Drive. Expect some delays between 7:30 and 11 a.m. Madison Metro bus route 80 will detour in the morning which will impact stops on several nearby streets.
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.
Parking info for 2024 WIAA state tournaments at the Kohl Center
High school state tournaments for individual wrestling (Feb. 22-24) and boys’ basketball (March 14-16) will impact parking and traffic around the Kohl Center.
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.
Winter Commencement parking and transportation information – 2023
Many campus parking lots will be free beginning Saturday, Dec. 16 through Sunday, Dec. 17, and a shuttle near the Kohl Center will run every 10 minutes Sunday morning into early afternoon.
Know before you go: 2023-24 Kohl Center and LaBahn Arena events
Several construction projects may impact event travel. If you’re attending an event, please note impacted streets and recommended travel routes to certain lots.
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.