Transportation Services Rates
Refer to the charts below for permit and visitor parking rates, fines, and administrative fees. Permit and pass rates are prorated monthly.
2024-25 Rate Chart (PDF)
2024-25 Program & Rate Changes Brief (PDF)
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2024-25 Permit and Pass Rates
For detailed information about parking permits and passes on this list, go to the permits options page.
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2024-25 Permit and Pass Rates
| wdt_ID | SORT (Hide) | Permit or Pass Type | Lot(s) or Locations | 2024-2025 Rates | Product Description | More Information |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Madison Metro bus pass | N/A | $48 | The employee bus pass allows for unlimited rides on Madison Metro Transit buses for eligible employees. Bus passes are valid from September 1 through August 31 of the following year. Direct purchases available in eBusiness purchasing portal starting August 1, 2024. | Employee bus pass program |
| 2 | 2 | Madison Metro bus pass for UW-affilliated employees | N/A | Rate as set by affiliate | UW-Madison affiliated employees obtain bus pass from employer. UW-Madison affiliated employers include: UW Health, UW Foundation, WARF/WiCell, Alumni Association, WI Crop Improvement Association, WI Historical Society. | Employee bus pass program |
| 3 | 3 | Park and ride permit | Lot 202, 206 | $298 | The park and ride permit provides parking in an off-campus lot during peak hours and shuttle service to the UW campus. Permit holders may also park in certain surface lots on the UW campus during off-peak hours. Permits are valid from September 1 through August 31. Application required. | Full details |
| 4 | 4 | Base lot permit - Level 1 | Lot specific in 2, 4, 12, 16, 19, 33, 34, 35, 37, 39, 40, 41, 44, 45, 48, 50, 51, 53, 54, 56, 57, 58, 59, 60, 64, 65, 68, 69, 72, 81, 86, 87, 91, 92, 93, 94, 106, 112, 123, 124, 125, 127, 130, 131, or 134 | $944 | Provides parking in an assigned lot during peak hours, and is also valid for parking in alternate campus lots during off-peak hours. Application required. | Full details |
| 5 | 5 | Base lot permit - Level 2 | Lot specific in 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, 17, 18, 20, 21, 23, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 36, 38, 46, 55, 63, 67, 74, 75, 76, 80, 82, 83, 85, 95, 101, 102, 105, 107, 109, 110, 114, 115, 116, 120, 132, 133, 135, 136, 137, 138, or 139 | $1,350 | Provides parking in an assigned lot during peak hours, and is also valid for parking in alternate campus lots during off-peak hours. Application required. | Full details |
| 6 | 6 | Reduced cost annual base lot permit** | Available in any parking lot where Level 1 and Level 2 annual base lot permits are offered | $618 | UW employees with qualifying salaries, including graduate students with HR appointments, are automatically considered for a reduced cost base lot permit assignment during the annual permit application process. Permit cost is based on eligibility on date of purchase. Application required. | Reduced cost permit program |
| 7 | 7 | UW-Accessible permit | Valid in UW-Disabled, WI-DOT disabled, unreserved, and timed parking stalls (over 30 minutes) across campus | $944 | Issued with proof of a valid Wisconsin Department of Transportation disabled permit or placard. Application required. | Full details |
| 8 | 8 | UW Accessible reduced cost permit** | Valid in UW-Disabled, WI-DOT disabled, unreserved, and timed parking stalls (over 30 minutes) across campus | $618 | Issued with proof of a valid Wisconsin Department of Transportation disabled permit or placard. Applicants are automatically considered for the reduced cost program during the annual application process. Permit cost is based on eligibility on date of purchase. Application required. | Full details |
| 9 | 9 | Flex permit | Gated Lots: 6, 7, 17, 29, 36, 38, 46, 67, 75, 76, 83, or 95 Surface Lots: 2, 16, 34, 39, 41, 51, 59, 60, 64, 82, or 91 Off-Campus Lots: 204 or 205 |
Flex Gated permit: $12 up front; Pay-per-use Flex Surface permit: Pay-per-use Off-Campus permit: Pay-per-use Refer to Flex rate chart on this page for detailed rates. |
Pay-per-use permit designed to complement transportation modes other than driving alone, such as biking, walking, telecommuting, and taking public transit. Application required. | Full details |
| 10 | 10 | Business alternate permit | Lot availability varies | 1/3 of annual base lot rate | Allows base lot and Flex permit holders to park in one alternate lot to conduct business using their personal vehicle during peak hours. Justification and approval by Unit Transportation Coordinator required. Application required: submit business alternate request with annual base lot or Flex application. | Full details |
| 11 | 11 | Lot 76 Quick Pass | Lot 76 | $60 / 5 days | Valid for 5 days of parking in Lot 76. No application required. Available to purchase in eBusiness purchasing portal starting August 1, 2024. | Full details |
| 12 | 12 | Afternoon permit | Lots 7, 16, 17, 20, 29, 34, 36, 67, 76, AND 83 from 2:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m. Monday through Friday, and all-day Saturday and Sunday Also valid from 4:30 p.m. to 7 a.m. and all-day Saturday and Sunday in Lots 2, 5, 9, 10, 12, 13, 18, 21, 30, 33, 44, 51, 78, 81, 85, 91, and 92 |
$283 | Allows parking 2:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m. Monday - Friday, and all day Saturday/Sunday in all valid locations. No application required. Available to purchase in eBusiness purchasing portal starting August 1, 2024. | Full details |
| 13 | 13 | Afternoon permit - Lot 75 | Lot 75 | $328 | Allows parking 2:00 p.m. - 8:00 a.m. Monday - Friday, and all day Saturday/Sunday in Lot 75 only. No application required. Available to purchase in eBusiness purchasing portal starting August 1, 2024. | Full details |
| 14 | 14 | Night permit - surface lots | Valid at any of Lot 5, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 16, 18, 21, 30, 33, 44, 51, 81, 85, 91, and 92 | $133 | Allows parking 4:30 p.m. - 7:30 a.m. Monday - Friday, and all day Saturday/Sunday in all valid locations. No application required. Available to purchase in eBusiness purchasing portal starting August 1, 2024. | Full details |
| 15 | 14 | Night permit - garage-specific | Lot 6, 7, 17, 20, 23, 27, 29, 36, 38, 46, 67, 76, 80, 83, or 95 | $46 | Allows parking 4:30 p.m. - 7:30 a.m. Monday - Friday, and all day Saturday/Sunday in assigned garage only. No application required. Available to purchase in eBusiness purchasing portal starting August 1, 2024. | Full details |
| 16 | 15 | Night permit - Lot 75 | Lot 75 | $56 | Allows parking 4:30 p.m. - 8:00 a.m. Monday - Friday, and all day Saturday/Sunday in Lot 75 only. No application required. Available to purchase in eBusiness purchasing portal starting August 1, 2024. | Full details |
| 17 | 16 | Semester permit - Fall 2024** | Select availability in Lot 67 or 76 | $259 | Valid in assigned lot September 1 - December 31, 2024. Availability varies and may be limited. No application required. Available to purchase in eBusiness purchasing portal starting August 2024. | Reduced and low-cost options page |
| 18 | 17 | Semester permit - Spring 2025** | To be determined | $259 | Valid in assigned lot January 1 - May 31, 2025. Availability varies and may be limited. No application required. Available to purchase in eBusiness purchasing portal starting December 2024. | Reduced and low-cost options page |
| 19 | 18 | Motorcycle permit | Allows parking in motorcycle stalls across campus | $143 | No application required. Available to purchase in eBusiness purchasing portal starting August 1, 2024. | Full details |
| 20 | 19 | Moped permit | Lot-specific moped lot parking and all-access moped lots | $143 | No application required. Available to purchase in eBusiness purchasing portal starting August 1, 2024. | Full details |
| 21 | 20 | E-scooter permit | E-scooter permit program is currently under review: E-scooters may park at bike racks or designated e-scooter parking areas | N/A | N/A | Parking Permit Options page |
| 22 | 21 | Department Limited permit | Available in parking lots where Level 1 and Level 2 annual base lot permits are offered | Lot rate | Lot-specific parking for department-owned vehicles. Hangtags may be transferred to multiple vehicles to provide parking for guests conducting university business. Permits may not be purchased for individuals in lieu of an annual base lot permit for their personal vehicle. Permits are not for employees to park closer to their office than their base lot assignment. Application required. | Full details |
| 23 | 22 | Department Service permit | Signed service/vendor stalls in parking lots across campus | $1,350 | For UW departments and affiliates requiring occasional, short-term parking to conduct official university business across campus. Acceptable uses of Service permits include attending meetings or trainings, conducting business on different areas of campus, or delivering items across campus. Application required. | Full details |
| 24 | 23 | Department reserved stall | Lot availability varies | $500 + cost of lot | Departments may reserve a specific parking stall 24/7 in a specific lot or ramp. Justification and application required. | Full details |
| 25 | 24 | Vendor permit | Valid in service/vendor stalls in lots across campus. | $1,745 | For commercial businesses and private organizations requiring occasional, short-term parking to conduct official university business. The hangtag may be transferred to multiple users and displayed in any department-owned or personal vehicle. Application required. | Full details |
| 26 | 25 | Monthly permit - Level 1 | Limited availability in Level 1 lots | $100 | Availability varies and may be limited. Available for in-person purchase at a Transportation Services office. | Full details |
| 27 | 26 | Monthly permit - Level 2 | Limited availability in Level 2 lots | $130 | Availability varies and may be limited. Available for in-person purchase at a Transportation Services office. | Full details |
| 28 | 27 | Monthly (temporary) UW-Accessible permit | Valid in UW-Disabled, WI-DOT disabled, unreserved, and timed parking stalls (over 30 minutes) across campus | $100 | Issued with written notification from a physician or proof of a valid WI-DOT temporary disabled permit. Available for in-person purchase at a Transportation Services office with required documentation. | Full details |
| 29 | 28 | Monthly park and ride permit | Lot 202 or 206 | $30 | Availability may be limited. Available for in-person purchase at a Transportation Services office. | Full details |
| 30 | 29 | Daily permit - half day or full day | Lot availability varies | $9 / $15 | Provides lot-specific parking on campus. Valid 4:30 p.m. to midnight. Complete daily permit order form at least two weeks in advance. | Daily permit order form |
| 31 | 30 | Daily permit - night | Lot availability varies | $5 | Provides lot-specific parking on campus. Valid 4:30 p.m. to midnight. Complete daily permit order form at least two weeks in advance. |
Daily permit order form |
| 32 | 31 | ParkMobile timed visitor parking | Refer to the timed parking stall map for locations | Varies by location. Refer to visitor rate chart on this page for detailed rates. | Pay with the third-party ParkMobile payment app and posted zone code. Locate timed parking stalls with the map located at the link below. | Timed parking map |
| 33 | 32 | Special event parking passes | As posted | Varies by event | Available for day-of event parking at lots reserved by Transportation Services | Event parking |
| 34 | 33 | Reserved bag "meters" - all day | Lot availability varies | $20 / day | Contact customer service at (608) 263-6667 | Contact Transportation Services |
| 35 | 30 | Monthly accessible moped permit | Valid in moped stalls across campus | $15 | Issued with written notification from a physician or proof of a valid WI-DOT temporary disabled permit. Available for in-person purchase at a Transportation Services office with required documentation. | Full details |
| 36 | 38 | Flex accessible permit | Valid in UW-Disabled, WI-DOT disabled, unreserved, and timed parking stalls (over 30 minutes) across campus. | Pay-per-use. Refer to Flex rate chart on this page for detailed rates. | Issued with proof of a valid Wisconsin Department of Transportation disabled permit or placard. Application required. | Full details |
| 37 | 39 | Remote lot parking permit | Lot 204 or 205 | $618 | Lot-specific parking in an off-campus lot. More information forthcoming. | More information forthcoming |
| 38 | 40 | Monthly remote lot parking permit | Remote lot 204 or 205 | $65 | Lot-specific parking in an off-campus lot. More information forthcoming. | More information forthcoming |
**Reduced cost parking options available for most UW employees and UW graduate and professional students with a gross hourly pay rate less than $21.63. UW Hospital and Clinics employees may also be eligible.
Visitor Parking Rates
The cost of a visitor parking session is determined by the lot rate schedule and the parking session duration.
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Garage/Ramp Visitor Rates
Daytime visitor rate – UW garages/ramps
$1 per 30 minutes for the first 3 hours
$1 per hour thereafter
$15 daytime session maximum
Evening/weekend visitor rate – UW garages/ramps
$1 per hour
$5 evening session maximum
Garage/Ramp Visitor Rate Schedules
| wdt_ID | Lot Number | Daytime Rate Schedule | Evening/Weekend Rate Schedule | Not Enforced |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | $1.00 per 30 minutes – first 3 hours $1.00 per hour thereafter $15 maximum |
$1.00 per hour $5 maximum |
No charge |
|
| 5 | Lot 17, 20, 36, and 76 |
7:00 a.m. - 4:29 p.m. Monday through Friday |
4:30 p.m. - 11:59 p.m. Monday through Friday |
12:00 a.m. - 6:59 a.m. Monday through Friday and all day Saturday and Sunday |
| 6 | Lot 7 |
7:00 a.m. - 4:29 p.m. Monday through Saturday |
4:30 p.m. - 11:59 p.m. Monday through Saturday |
12:00 a.m. - 6:59 a.m. Monday through Saturday and all day Sunday |
| 7 | Lot 6, 27, 29, 46, 67, 80, and 83 | 7:00 a.m. - 4:29 p.m. Monday through Sunday |
4:30 p.m. - 11:59 p.m. Monday through Sunday |
12:00 a.m. - 6:59 a.m. Monday through Sunday |
| 8 | Lot 63 and 75 |
7:00 a.m. - 11:59 p.m. Monday through Sunday |
12:00 a.m. - 6:59 a.m. Monday through Sunday |
Enforced at all times |
Surface Lot Visitor Rates (ParkMobile)
| wdt_ID | ParkMobile Stall Type | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | 25-minute time limit |
$0.65 per 25 minutes |
| 6 | 2, 3, 4, or 8-hour time limit |
$1.50 per hour |
| 7 | Lot 130 ParkMobile stalls |
$1.00 per 30 minutes - first 3 hours $1.00 per hour thereafter $13.00 maximum |
| 8 | Lot 204 and 205 ParkMobile stalls |
$1.00 per 30 minutes - first 3 hours $1.00 per hour thereafter $10 maximum |
| 9 | Motorcycle Parking |
$1.00 per 30 minutes - first 2 hours $1.00 per hour thereafter $15 maximum |
Check lot entrance signs and stall signage for enforcement hours.
Flex Parking Rates
The cost of a Flex parking session is determined by the lot rate schedule and the parking session duration, including a 20% Flex discount.
The Flex discount is applied at point of purchase in eBusiness or ParkMobile.
For more information, visit the Flex parking webpage.
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Flex Parking Rates
Daytime Rate
$0.80 per 30 minutes for the first three hours
$0.80 per hour thereafter
$12.00 daytime session maximum
Evening/Weekend Rate
$0.80 per hour
$4.00 evening/weekend maximum
Flex Lot Rate Schedules
| wdt_ID | Flex Lot Number | Daytime Rate Schedule | Evening/Weekend Rate Schedule | Not Enforced |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | $0.80 per 30 minutes – first 3 hours $0.80 per hour thereafter $12 maximum |
$0.80 per hour $4 maximum |
No charge |
|
| 5 | Lot 6, 29, 46, 67, and 83 | 7:00 a.m. - 4:29 p.m. Monday through Sunday |
4:30 p.m. - 11:59 p.m. Monday through Sunday |
12:00 a.m. - 6:59 a.m. Monday through Sunday |
| 6 | Lot 7 | 7:00 a.m. - 4:29 p.m. Monday through Saturday |
4:30 p.m. - 11:59 p.m. Monday through Saturday |
12:00 a.m. - 6:59 a.m. Monday through Saturday and all day Sunday |
| 7 | Lot 2, 16, 51, 38, 91, and 95 | 7:00 a.m. - 4:29 p.m. Monday through Friday |
4:30 p.m. - 11:59 p.m. Monday through Friday and 7:00 a.m. - 11:59 p.m. Saturday and Sunday |
12:00 a.m. - 6:59 a.m. Monday through Sunday |
| 8 | Lot 17, 36, 76 | 7:00 a.m. - 4:29 p.m. Monday through Friday |
4:30 p.m. - 11:59 p.m. Monday through Friday |
12:00 a.m. - 6:59 a.m. Monday through Friday and all day Saturday and Sunday |
| 9 | Lot 34, 39, 41, 59, 60, 64, and 82 | 7:00 a.m. - 4:29 p.m. Monday through Friday |
N/A |
4:30 p.m. - 6:59 a.m. Monday through Friday and all day Saturday and Sunday |
| 10 | Lot 75 | 7:00 a.m. - 11:59 p.m. Monday through Sunday |
12:00 a.m. - 6:59 a.m. Monday through Sunday |
N/A |
| 39 | Flex Accessible parking | Refer to lot entrance signs for enforcement hours. |
Refer to lot entrance signs for enforcement hours. |
Refer to lot entrance signs for enforcement hours. |
Administrative Fees
| wdt_ID | Description of Fee | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lost/stolen permit or bicycle cage/locker key replacement fee | $70 |
| 2 | Lost/stolen bus pass replacement fee | $25 |
| 3 | Permit exchange fee | $25 |
| 4 | Returned check fee (NSF Administrative Fee) | $25 |
| 5 | Bicycle Locker | $85 / year |
| 6 | Bicycle cage | $65 / year |
| 7 | Plexiglass motorcycle / convertible permit holder | $5 |
| 8 | RFID blocking permit sleeve | No charge |
| 9 | Lost ticket fee for campus parking structures | $20 |
| 10 | Flex daily pass - valid in assigned lot | $12 |
Citations and Fines
| wdt_ID | More Information | Parking Citation | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | No additional information | Improper display of permit | $40 |
| 2 | - No payment - Expired meter - Parking at inoperable meter |
Parking meter violations | $30 |
| 3 | - Parking without permit - Expired permit - Improper permit for area - No Flex pay-by-phone record |
Permit violations | $40 |
| 4 | - Landscaped area - Not legal space |
Parking in a No Parking Area (General) | $40 |
| 5 | - Blocking fire lane, bike lane, dumpster, roadway, exit/drive aisle, sidewalk, or access ramp - Blocking other vehicles |
Parking in a no Parking Area (Safety) | $50 |
| 6 | - Disabled stall violation - Blocking disabled access aisle |
Disabled parking violations | $200 |
| 7 | No additional information |
Invalid / Missing License Plate | $40 |
| 8 | - Overtime violation - Oversized or undersized vehicle violation - Reserved stall / Service stall - Electric vehicle charging stall - Vehicle in a motorcycle stall - Snow route & plowing area |
Disregarding a parking control sign | $40 |
| 9 | - Parking without payment of daily fee - Bypassing gates to avoid payment - Tailgating vehicle into or out of facility - Allowing another person to use parking permit - Improper access through exit or entrance |
Garage / Ramp violations | $50 |
| 10 | - Occupying two spaces - Parking against flow of traffic |
Improper parking | $50 |
| 11 | No additional information |
Use or display of lost / stolen or counterfeit annual permit | $500 |
| 12 | No additional information |
Use or display of lost / stolen or counterfeit temporary permit | $200 |
| 13 | Parking two vehicles on campus at the same time |
Double permit violation | $40 |
| 14 | No additional information |
Vehicle tow fee (car, truck, moped, motorcycle) | $130 |
| 15 | No additional information |
E-scooter tow fee | $70 |
| 16 | No additional information |
Suspension fee | $15 |
| 17 | For citations not paid within 10 calendar days of issuance |
Late penalty fee | $10 |