Transportation

Transportation at Brown

Brown's transportation services enable sustainable and accessible mobility to, from, and around campus.

Transportation at Brown

Brown's transportation services enable sustainable and accessible mobility to, from, and around campus.

Office Hours of Operation

Academic Year: Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Summer: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Summer Office hours begin on June 1, 2026 and end on August 7, 2026.

Shuttle Hours of Operation

Current Shuttle Schedule

Daylight Saving Time starts on 3/8/26.  Evening shuttle services will start at 7 pm.

 

 

 

Ways to Get Around

Public Transit

The State of Rhode Island and the State of Massachusetts both provide a vast network of public transportation throughout both states.

Car and Ride Share

Zipcar and Lyft Concierge contribute to the range of mobility options available to the Brown community and its guests. Beyond traditional transportation avenues, these car and ride share services are designed to provide convenience and flexibility.

Bikes and Scooters

As part of Brown's commitment to alternative transportation options, the University provides resources and promotes programs related to bikes and scooters.

Parking

How to Find Parking or Get a Permit

Brown’s parking lots and facilities are available to active employees, emeriti, medical and graduate students. Permits for visitors and contractors are also available based on availability.

Visitor Parking

Visitors to Brown have both garage and street parking options, with ADA spaces available. Departments can also purchase Visitor Parking Passes for specific lots.

Employee Parking

To obtain employee parking, faculty and staff must go through a waitlist process in Park@Brown, the University's online parking system. Employee parking is only valid from 6 am to 6 pm Monday through Friday.

Student Parking

Brown provides parking options for medical and graduate students. A limited number of spaces are also available for undergraduate accessibility parking.

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