Campus Shuttle
Enjoy free shuttle services designed for UC students, faculty and staff in the Bearcats Transportation System with their UC ID (Bearcat Card). With 10 shuttles, we make getting around UC Uptown and nearby neighborhoods a breeze.
Quick Links
- All shuttle routes start and end on Transit Row - adjacent to Campus Green Garage, between Woodside Dr. and Campus Green Dr.
- Shuttles do not operate during academic term breaks, on official UC holidays, Winter Season Days, or except where noted.
- Services may be affected by hazardous driving conditions.
- For the latest updates, log into the TRIPSHOT live shuttle tracker. The tracker may be accessed via the web link or through the UC Mobile app.
- All schedules are subject to change.
Shuttle Route Overview
Whether you’re heading to class, visiting the library, grocery shopping or exploring nearby areas, our shuttles offer free and reliable transportation options. Click on each route to learn more about its services and schedule.
- Ride Free UC: UC students, faculty and staff can ride this shuttle at no charge with UCID.
- Convenient for: Students living inside and outside the Main campus perimeter or visiting various academic hubs.
- Stops:
- Transit Row - Campus Green Garage (between Woodside Dr. and Campus Green Dr.)
- Scioto Lane at Morgens Hall
- Scioto Lane at West University Ave.
- Jefferson & University
- Jefferson Ave. at Sheakley Athletic Complex
- Edwards Center West Bound
- CCM Plaza
- Edwards Center East Bound
- Calhoun St. at Ohio Ave.
- Calhoun St. at Corbett Drive
- University Main Gate (Clifton Ave. at University Circle)
- University Pavilion
- Clifton Ave. at Clifton Ct.
- Transit Row - Campus Green Garage (between Woodside Dr. and Campus Green Dr.)
- Victory Parkway
- Loop Duration: 40 minutes
- Operating Days: Monday through Friday during fall and spring academic terms, except as designated on alternate schedules.*
- Operating Times: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Campus Milestones: Sheakley Athletics Complex, Edwards Center, CCM Plaza, University Pavilion, Victory Parkway Campus and various campus perimeter locations.
- Ride Free UC: UC students, faculty and staff can ride this shuttle at no charge with UCID.
- Convenient for: Those traveling between Main and Medical campuses, Eden Garage or Graduate hotel.
- Stops:
- Transit Row - Campus Green Garage (between Woodside Dr. and Campus Green Dr.)
- Procter Hall
- Graduate hotel
- Eden Garage rear
- Eden Garage front
- Loop Duration: 10 minutes
- Operating Days: Monday through Friday during fall and spring academic terms, except as designated on alternate schedules.*
- Operating Times: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Campus Milestones: Main campus Transit Row - Campus Green Garage, Medical campus, University Hospital, Graduate hotel.
- Ride Free UC: UC students, faculty and staff can ride this shuttle at no charge with UCID.
- Convenient for: Students living to the East of Main campus and traveling to Main campus.
- Stops:
- Transit Row - Campus Green Garage (between Woodside Dr. and Campus Green Dr.)
- Bellevue Gardens (Martin Luther King Dr. at Bellevue Ave.)
- Highland Ave. South Bound at Stetson St.
- Highland Ave. at East University Ave.
- Highland Ave. at Oak St.
- Highland Ave. @ Taft
- William Howard Taft Rd. at Jefferson Ave.
- Kroger
- Euclid Ave. at Corry St.
- Short Vine
- Loop Duration: 15 minutes
- Operating Days: Monday through Friday during fall and spring academic terms, except as designated on alternate schedules.*
- Operating Times: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Campus Milestones: Residential areas East of Main campus along with Kroger and Short Vine, connecting to Main campus at Transit Row.
- Ride Free UC: UC students, faculty and staff can ride this shuttle at no charge with UC ID.
- Convenient for: Transport between Main campus and the Innovation District.
- Stops:
- Transit Row - Campus Green Garage (between Woodside Dr. and Campus Green Dr.)
- 1819 Building East Bound (Lincoln Ave. at Reading Rd.)
- Digital Futures Building
- Loop Duration: 12 minutes
- Operating Days: Monday through Friday during fall and spring academic terms, except as designated on alternate schedules.*
- Operating Times: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Campus Milestones: Transit Row - Campus Green Garage, 1819 and Digital Futures.
- Ride Free UC: UC students, faculty and staff can ride this shuttle at no charge with UCID.
- Convenient for: Transport between Main campus and residential areas in Clifton/Ludlow area.
- Stops:
- Transit Row - Campus Green Garage (between Woodside Dr. and Campus Green Dr.)
- Ludlow Ave. at Telford St.
- Whitfield Ave. at Ludlow Ave.
- Whitfield Ave. at Terrace Ave.
- Whitfield Ave. at Lowell Ave.
- Whitfield Ave. at Dixmyth Ave.
- Loop Duration: 10 minutes
- Operating Days: Monday through Sunday during fall and spring academic terms, except as designated on alternate schedules.*
- Operating Times: Monday-Friday 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday & Sunday 9 a.m. to 10pm
- Campus Milestones: Transit Row - Campus Green Garage, Ludlow business district, Whitfield Ave. cross streets.
- Ride Free UC: UC students, faculty and staff can ride this shuttle at no charge with UCID.
- Convenient for: Late night transport from the Main and Medical campuses, around the North residential areas, Ludlow business district and Good Samaritan Hospital.
- Stops:
- Transit Row - Campus Green Garage (between Woodside Dr. and Campus Green Dr.)
- Goodman Dr. at Eden Ave.
- Jefferson Ave. at Ruther Ave.
- Ludlow Ave. at Telford St.
- Whitfield Ave. at Ludlow Ave.
- Whitfield Ave. at Lowell Ave.
- Whitfield Ave. at Dixmyth Ave.
- Clifton Ave. at Good Samaritan Hospital (Metro stop)
- Loop Duration: 14 minutes
- Operating Days: Monday through Sunday during fall and spring academic terms, except as designated on alternate schedules.*
- Operating Times: 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.
- Campus Milestones: Main campus, Medical campus, Ludlow business district, Good Samaritan Hospital.
- Ride Free UC: UC students, faculty and staff can ride this shuttle at no charge with UCID.
- Convenient for: Transport between Main and Medical campuses and residence areas along Jefferson Ave. and Clifton Ave.
- Stops:
- Transit Row - Campus Green Garage (between Woodside Dr. and Campus Green Dr.)
- Goodman Dr. at Eden Avenue
- Jefferson Ave. at Glendora Ave.
- Jefferson Ave. at Ruther Ave.
- Jefferson Ave. at Bishop St.
- Ludlow Ave. at Brookline Ave.
- Ludlow Ave. near Clifton Ave.
- Clifton Ave. at Terrace Ave.
- Clifton Ave. at Good Sam
- Loop Duration: 15 minutes
- Operating Days: Monday through Sunday during fall and spring academic terms, except as designated on alternate schedules.*
- Operating Times: Monday to Friday 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday & Sunday 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Campus Milestones: Transit Row - Campus Green Garage, Medical campus, residence areas along Jefferson Ave. and Clifton Ave.
- Ride Free UC: UC students, faculty and staff can ride this shuttle at no charge with UCID.
- Convenient for: Transport between Main campus and residence areas along Riddle Rd., West McMicken Ave. and Marshall Ave.
- Stops:
- Transit Row - Campus Green Garage (between Woodside Dr. and Campus Green Dr.)
- Riddle Rd. at Riddle View Lane
- Deckenbach at Riddle Rd.
- The Heights - previously Forum Apartments
- West McMicken Ave. at Marshall Ave. (The Vanguard)
- Marshall Ave. at Probasco St.
- Riddle Rd. at Marshall
- Loop Duration: 12 minutes
- Operating Days: Monday through Sunday during fall and spring academic terms, except as designated on alternate schedules.*
- Operating Times: Monday to Friday 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday & Sunday 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Campus Milestones: Transit Row - Campus Green Garage, residence areas Northwest of Main campus The Heights, Vanguard, DAAP academic buildings and Clifton Court Hall.
- Ride Free UC: UC students, faculty and staff can ride this shuttle at no charge with UCID.
- Convenient for: Transport between Main campus and residential areas Southwest of Main campus.
- Monday-Friday Stops:
- Transit Row - Campus Green Garage (between Woodside Dr. and Campus Green Dr.)
- Ravine St. at Straight St.
- Ravine St. at Ada St.
- Warner St. at Stratford Ave.
- Warner St. at Wheeler St.
- West Clifton Ave. at Atkinson St.
- West McMillan St. at West Clifton
- University Circle at University Pavilion
- Saturday-Sunday Stops:
- Transit Row - Campus Green Garage (between Woodside Dr. and Campus Green Dr.)
- Clifton Ave. at Clifton Ct
- Clifton Ave. at Stratford Heights
- Ravine St. at Straight St.
- Ravine St. at Ada St.
- Warner St. at Stratford Ave.
- Warner St. at Wheeler St.
- West Clifton Ave. at Atkinson St.
- West McMillan St. at West Clifton
- Kroger
- Corry Ave at Euclid
- Short Vine
- Loop Duration: 17-20 minutes
- Operating Days: Monday through Sunday during fall and spring academic terms, except as designated on alternate schedules.*
- Operating Times: Monday to Friday 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday & Sunday 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Campus Milestones: Transit Row - Campus Green Garage, Southwest residential areas, University Pavilion along with weekend access to Kroger and Short Vine.
- Ride Free UC: UC students, faculty and staff can ride this shuttle at no charge with UCID.
- Convenient for: Late night transport between Main campus and residential areas South and Southwest of Main campus.
- Stops:
- Transit Row - Campus Green Garage (between Woodside Dr. and Campus Green Dr.)
- Riddle Rd. at Riddle View Ln.
- RiddleRd. at Marshall Ave.
- Deckebach Ave. at Riddle Rd.
- The Heights
- Marshall Ave. at West McMicken Ave. (The Vanguard)
- Ravine St. at Ada St.
- Warner St. at Stratford Ave.
- West Clifton Ave. at Atkinson St.
- West Clifton Ave. at West McMillan St.
- Kroger
- Euclid Ave at Corry
- Short Vine
- University Pavilion
- Loop Duration: 30 minutes
- Operating Days: Monday through Sunday during fall and spring academic terms, except as designated on alternate schedules.*
- Operating Times: 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.
- Campus Milestones: Transit Row - Campus Green Garage, residential areas Southwest and South of Main campus, Stratford Heights, Kroger and Short Vine.
New This Fall! Ride Free UC - Your UC-sponsored Metro pass provides free rides on Route 70 and all Metro fixed-route services.
Ride Free Between UC Uptown and UC Blue Ash on Metro's New Route 70 (UC Connector)Route 70 (UC Connector) Benefits
- Service begins Monday, August 17
- Operates Monday through Friday
- Free rides for eligible UC students, faculty, and staff with a UC-sponsored Metro pass
- Direct service between UC Uptown and UC Blue Ash
- Convenient access to classes, campus resources, and events
- A safe, reliable, and sustainable transportation option
- All Metro fixed-route services free of charge
Go here Free Ride UC to sign up for your UC-sponsored Free Ride UC Metro Pass
We're excited to continue expanding transportation options that help keep the Bearcat community connected.
Standard Shuttle Hours Fall and Spring Semesters
Uptown Campuses
| Route | Days of the Week | Time Period |
|---|---|---|
| Uptown Express | Monday - Friday | 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. |
| COM Connector | Monday - Friday | 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. |
| Innovation District | Monday - Friday | 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. |
| East | Monday - Friday | 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. |
| North | Monday - Friday Saturday-Sunday |
7 a.m. - 10 p.m. 9 a.m. - 10 p.m. |
| North NightRide | Monday - Sunday | 10 p.m. - 2 a.m. |
| Northeast | Monday - Friday Saturday-Sunday |
7 a.m. - 10 p.m. 9 a.m. - 10 p.m. |
| Northwest | Monday - Friday Saturday-Sunday |
7 a.m. - 10 p.m. 9 a.m. - 10 p.m. |
| Southwest | Monday - Friday Saturday-Sunday |
7 a.m. - 10 p.m. 9 a.m. - 10 p.m. |
| Southwest NightRide | Monday - Sunday | 10 p.m. - 2 a.m. |
Route 70 UC Connector
New This Fall! Ride Free UC
Your UC-sponsored Metro pass provides free rides on Route 70 and all Metro fixed-route services.
Ride Free Between UC Uptown and UC Blue Ash on Metro's New Route 70 (UC Connector)Route 70 (UC Connector) Benefits
- Service begins Monday, August 17
- Operates Monday through Friday
- Free rides for eligible UC students, faculty, and staff with a UC-sponsored Metro pass
- Direct service between UC Uptown and UC Blue Ash
- Convenient access to classes, campus resources, and events
- A safe, reliable, and sustainable transportation option
- All Metro fixed-route services free of charge
Stay tuned for additional information on instructions for signing up for your free Metro pass. We're excited to continue expanding transportation options that help keep the Bearcat community connected.
*Except as noted on alternative operations schedules.
Schedule
| Departure time from Uptown to UCBA | Departure time from UCBA to Uptown |
|---|---|
| 6:55 a.m. | 7:23 a.m. |
| 7:25 a.m. | 7:48 a.m. |
| 7:55 a.m. | 8:18 a.m. |
| 8:20 a.m. | 8:53 a.m. |
| 8:55 a.m. | 9:29 a.m. |
| 9:25 a.m. | 10:09 a.m. |
| 9:55 a.m. | 10:39 a.m. |
| 10:35 a.m. | 11:09 a.m. |
| 11:05 a.m. | 11:39 a.m. |
| 11:35 a.m. | 12:09 p.m. |
| 12:05 p.m. | 12:39 p.m. |
| 1:05 p.m. | 12:59 p.m. |
| 1:25 p.m. | 1:19 p.m. |
| 1:45 p.m. | 1:39 p.m. |
| 2:05 p.m. | 1:59 p.m. |
| 2:25 p.m. | 2:19 p.m. |
| 2:45 p.m. | 2:39 p.m. |
| 3:05 p.m. | 3:03 p.m. |
| 3:35 p.m. | 3:28 p.m. |
| 4:00 p.m. | 3:58 p.m. |
| 4:30 p.m. | 4:28 p.m. |
| 5:00 p.m. | 4:58 p.m. |
| 5:30 p.m. | 5:28 p.m. |
| 6:00 p.m. | 6:04 p.m. |
| 6:30 p.m. | 6:34 p.m. |
| 7:00 p.m. | 7:04 p.m. |
| 7:30 p.m. | 7:34 p.m. |
| 8:30 p.m. | 8:08 p.m. |
| 9:00 p.m. | 8:38 p.m. |
| 9:20 p.m. | 8:58 p.m. |
| 9:40 p.m. | 9:18 p.m. |
| 10:00 p.m. | 9:38 p.m. |
| — | 10:00 p.m. |
Campus Shuttle
Shuttles run only on/around the Uptown campuses during summer semester, May 11 - Aug. 8, except as noted on alternate schedules.*.
| Route/Service Operations | Time Period |
|---|---|
| Uptown Express | 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. |
| Summer (COM Connector/North) | 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. |
| Innovation District | 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. |
2026 - 2027 Alternative Operations Schedules
Aug. 26 - Dec. 12
| Date(s) | Service Operations/Interruptions |
|---|---|
| Aug. 20 | Resume Full service |
| Sept. 7 | Labor Day (UC Closed - no shuttle services) Weekend routes run regular schedule |
| Oct. 12 |
Fall Reading Days All Shuttles running normal routes |
| Nov. 3 |
Fall Reading Days All Shuttles running normal routes |
| Nov. 11 | Veterans Day (UC Closed) Weekend routes run regular schedule |
| Nov. 26 - 29 | Thanksgiving Holiday (UC Closed – no shuttle service) |
| Dec. 6 - 12 | Fall Semester Exams |
| Dec. 12 | Last day for fall semester shuttle service |
Fall Semester Break
| Date(s) | Route/Service Operations | Time Period |
|---|---|---|
| Dec. 14 - 18 | Uptown Express | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Dec. 14 - 18 | COM Connector | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Dec. 14 - 18 | Innovation District | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Dec. 21 - 23 | Uptown Express | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Dec. 21 - 23 | COM Connector | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Dec. 21 - 23 | Innovation District | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Dec. 24 - Jan. 1 | Seasonal Closure (UC Closed - no shuttle service) | |
Jan. 4 - April 29
Classes start Jan. 11; semester exams April 25 - 29, 2027
| Date(s) | Service Operations and Interruptions | Time Period |
|---|---|---|
| Jan. 4-8 | Uptown Express COM and Innovation District only | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. |
| Jan. 11 | All shuttle service resumes regular operations, | |
| Jan. 18 | Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (UC Closed - no shuttle services ) |
|
Spring Break March 15 - 21
| Route | Days | Time Period |
|---|---|---|
| Uptown Express | Monday - Friday | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. |
| COM Connector/North (alternating) |
Monday - Friday | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. |
| Innovation District | Monday - Friday | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. |
Spring Service End Dates
| Route | Date |
|---|---|
| East | April 30 |
| North | April 30 |
| North NightRide | April 30 |
| Northeast | April 30 |
| Northwest | April 30 |
| Southwest | April 30 |
| Southwest NightRide | April 30 |
Break between Spring and Summer Semesters
| Service Operations | Time Period |
|---|---|
| Uptown Express | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. |
| Summer | 8 a.m. –5 p.m. |
| Innovation District | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. |
May 10 - Aug. 7
| Date(s) | Route/Service Operations | Time Period |
|---|---|---|
| May 10 - Aug. 7 | Uptown Express | 8 a.m. – 7 p.m. |
| May 10 - Aug. 7 | Summer-COM Connector/North | 8 a.m. – 7 p.m. |
| May 10 - Aug. 7 | Innovation District | 7 a.m. – 10 p.m. |
| May 21 | Memorial Day (UC Closed - no shuttle services) |
|
| June 18 | Juneteenth (UC Closed - no shuttle services) | |
| July 5 | Independence Day (UC Closed - no shuttle services) |
|
| Aug. 7 | Summer semester service ends |
Routes not Running in Summer
- East
- COM-See the Summer Route
- North-See the Summer Route
- North NightRide
- Northeast
- Northwest
- Southwest
- Southwest NightRide
Break between Summer and Fall Semesters
| Route/Service Operations | Time Period |
|---|---|
| Uptown Express | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. |
| Summer | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. |
| Innovation District | 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. |
Frequently Asked Questions
If the University of Cincinnati closes due to severe weather, etc., shuttles will continue to operate for one hour after the official university closing time, provided the roads are safe and passable.
However, some routes may stop operating even when the university remains open, if road conditions are unsafe. Please follow the shuttles live on TRIPSHOT for the most up-to-date travel information concerning route operations and estimated times.
It is best to check with the driver when you reboard the shuttle to see if your lost item(s) were found. If not, please contact Public Safety (Uptown Campus) at 513-556-4925 or (Blue Ash Campus) at 513-745-5707.
- Consider Metro - the regional public transportation system in Hamilton County and southwest Ohio. Click to see their routes and timetables. The Ride Free UC Program offers free transportation options for eligible enrolled UC students and UC employees.
- Consider CTC - the Clermont Transportation Connection is the primary public transportation provider for Clermont County, Ohio. Click to read about their services.
- Consider TANK - the Transit Authority of Northern Kentucky serves Boone, Campbell and Kenton counties in Kentucky, and downtown Cincinnati.
There is no shuttle to UC Clermont.
However, consider CTC - the Clermont Transportation Connection, the primary public transportation provider for Clermont County, Ohio.
Another option is the GoBus - operated by HAPCAP to connect rural Ohio to urban centers
Metro bus routes serve UC Blue Ash and UC Reading Campuses. For Metro bus schedules, please call Metro at 513-632-7528 or visit Metro online.
Metro has a few routes serving portions of Clermont County, however Metro routes do not extend to Clermont College. Contact the Clermont Transportation Connection, the primary public transportation provider in Clermont County to find out about their services.