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Undergrad Commuter Winter Parking Permits on Sale Nov. 18th

Undergraduate commuter students can purchase their winter quarter parking permits starting at midnight on November 18, 2024. Permits are sold online only through the Parking Portal and can be purchased with a credit card or billed to your Student Business Account. Gold Plus permits (for Big Springs Structure 2) will again be available but are...

New Undergrad Carpool Matching Program

Dump the Pump and be a Passenger Princess! If you don’t like the stress of driving, the high cost of gas, or wasting time sitting in your car alone in traffic, then it’s time for you to rule the road! Be pampered in the passenger seat and try carpooling or taking transit. UCR has partnered...

Celebrating UCR’s Renewed Bronze-level Bicycle Friendly University Designation

The League of American Bicyclists has once again recognized UCR with a Bronze-level Bicycle Friendly University award for 2024-2028, identifying the University’s success in promoting and enabling safe, accessible bicycling on campus. One new development highlighted in the award application was the formation of a new Micro-Mobility & Pedestrian Advisory Committee which was organized to...

Ride Smart & Slow Down!

Every day, bikes and scooters are having to share the road and pathways with other cars and pedestrians. It’s a fact that UCR has seen a huge increase in the number of electric scooters on campus. It’s important to remember that e-scooters are powerful transportation vehicles that deserve respect when being driven. Here are a...
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Metrolink Schedule Changes

Metrolink riders should take notice of the schedule changes which take effect Monday, October 21, 2024. While Metrolink’s new schedule offers increased frequency during their weekday service, there have been some changes that impacts those commuting to UCR. The early 91/PVL train departing LA through Fullerton to UCR has been discontinued so there are no...

Donations for Citations Blood Drive

Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. Donating blood is a small way to give back to the community and it does so in such a powerful way! Transportation Services is proud to partner again with LifeStream Blood Bank for the annual Donations for Citations Blood Drive. This year’s event will be held...

Drive Less and Save More during Rideshare Month

Choose an alternative to driving alone during October for a chance to win great prizes! By logging your rideshare trips with IE Commuter during Rideshare Month in October, you will automatically be entered into a prize drawing. Ridesharing includes telework or commuting by carpool, vanpool, bus, train, walk, or bicycle. Not only will you save...

Register Your Ride

One of the services that Transportation Services offers to all students, faculty and staff is free bicycle registration and licensing. It’s recommended that everyone bringing a bike onto campus registers their bike. Once registered, the bike information is stored in an internal database which can be used to help identify your property in the event...
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Student Transportation and Parking Options

With fall quarter just around the corner it’s time to start thinking about transportation and parking options. We realize there is a lot of information to process, so we’ve consolidated everything you need to know as a new student on this page. There are different procedures for those living on campus versus those commuting to...
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Metrolink’s Free Student Adventure Pass Extension

UCR celebrates the announcement by Metrolink of the extension of its Student Adventure Pass program through June 30, 2025. This program, introduced in October 2023, allows anyone with a valid student ID, including UCR students, to travel anywhere on the Metrolink system free of charge. The program offers crucial financial relief that lets students focus...
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Summer Rideshare Rewards

COOL RIDES BRING REWARDING SUMMER VIBES WITH IE COMMUTER! All summer long, UCR employees have a chance to earn rideshare rewards. IE Commuter is kicking off the summer with their Cool Rides, Summer Vibes campaign. This exciting ridesharing promotion spreads summer joy while encouraging environmentally friendly transportation choices throughout the season. Employees have a chance...
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Undergrad Summer Quarter Parking Permits – On Sale June 5th

Undergrad commuter parking permits for summer quarter go on sale Wednesday, June 5th, 2024, at 12:01am. Parking permits are sold online only and can be purchased with a credit card or billed to your Student Business Account. Prices reflected in the chart below are for the entire summer quarter. Gold and Gold Plus permits will...
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UC Discounted E-Bike Program

Considering an E-Bike? Now’s your chance to find a great deal! Through the UC E-Bike Purchase Program, UC students, staff, and faculty are eligible for discounted pricing on multiple styles of bikes through four nationally recognized vendors. The program offers an affordable and eco-friendly transportation alternative to all UC campuses. Available styles include commuter bikes...
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AQMD 2024 Annual Commute Survey

To comply with local air quality regulations, UCR is required to conduct an annual commute survey and submit an employee commute reduction plan to the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD). All employees (including student employees) are obligated to report on how they travelled to work the week of April 22-26, 2024. The survey...
Angels Express

The Angels Express Train is Back!

After a five-year hiatus, Metrolink has brought back their Angels Express Train. For just $10, you can catch a round-trip ride on Metrolink’s Inland Empire-Orange County Line from Riverside to Anaheim or the Orange County line that runs from Los Angeles to Anaheim. Up to three children ages 17 and under can ride free per...
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New Parking Pay Stations

You may have noticed the new parking self-service pay stations that were recently installed on campus in 8 parking lots and the two information kiosks. Transportation Services has purchased new T2 “Luke Cosmo” parking systems which have been installed in lots offering daily and/or hourly parking. These pay stations will be an additional way to...

Earth Day 2024 Drive Less. Smile More.

IE Commuter Earth Day Promotion

In celebration of Earth Day on April 22nd, IE Commuter is offering a chance to win prizes including an Apple Watch, Dana Wharf Whale Watching Tickets, or gift cards to Macy’s or Target when you log your sustainable transportation commute trips at IECommuter.org throughout the month. Sustainable trips include carpool, vanpool, transit, walk, bike or...
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Two Ways to Travel on RTA!

Effective immediately, UCR students, faculty, and staff now have two options to board the bus. RTA’s new electronic fareboxes can once again accept your UCR ID card (R’Card) as a bus pass. Just swipe your card in the farebox and go! Or you can still use RTA’s Go Mobile app if you prefer to use...
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Undergrad Spring Quarter Parking Permits – On Sale February 26th

Spring quarter parking permits go on sale at midnight February 26, 2024. Undergraduate commuter parking permits are sold online only and can be purchased with a credit card or billed to your Student Business Account. Gold Plus permits (for Big Springs Structure 2) are sold at a limited quantity and could sell out so be...
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New Year’s Resolutions for a Greener 2024!

The new year is here, so it’s time to set and commit to New Year’s Resolutions! Here’s some ideas you can add to your resolutions to help reduce air pollution. Take Public Transportation and Rideshare More people using public transit means fewer cars on the road. When taking an Uber or Lyft ride, opt for...