Winter break Paratransit operations

From Monday, December 18, through Friday, January 12, Paratransit Service will operate from 7:20 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. 

If you need a ride after 6 p.m. during this time, we will schedule a Lyft pickup for you. You must request after-hours pickup 24 hours in advance. 

Please email buspass@umn.edu with the following: first and last name, phone number, email, pick-up time, origin, and drop-off locations. 

Additionally, there will be no service on Monday, January 15, in recognition of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

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University Avenue and Fourth Street roadway improvements

Hennepin County will improve University Avenue and Fourth Street SE between Oak Street and I-35W.

15th Avenue and 5th Street SE intersection improvements

The City plans to improve the intersection of 15th Ave. and 5th St. SE. in southeast Minneapolis to make it safer for pedestrians and bicyclists.

Gopher Bikes are Back: Pedal into 2024 with Style!

Gopher Bikes is a convenient full-service program to help you get around campus. Bicycles are available on a first-come, first-served basis as available. 

Metro Transit quarterly service changes

On March 16, Metro Transit will make changes to transit service throughout the metro. These quarterly service changes adapt and adjust service based on current and projected ridership, available resources, and driver workforce.

Stone Arch Bridge Partial Closure

During construction, pedestrians and bicyclists will not be able to cross the full length of the bridge through fall 2025.

Gopher Way between Mayo, Dwan, and Hospital Reopens

On February 5, the Gopher Way connections between the three buildings have reopened after construction.

New in-person support hours start January 16

Beginning on Tuesday, January 16, our in-person customer service hours will be available from 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. on weekdays, to align with team capacity. 

Winter break campus bus schedules

Transit service will be impacted over winter break - view post for full details.

Winter break Paratransit operations

Paratransit service will not operate after 6:00 p.m. during Winter Break, and will not operate on January 15. Lyft rides are available after hours and must be requested in advance. Full details here.