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2019-2020 Permit Rates

New year, new permit rates. Find out how much your permits are, effective July 1, 2019.

Notice for all Carpool Permit Holders

Beginning July 1, all carpool permit holders will need to register with Berkeley Moves!

URGENT: Bear Transit Stop Changes

Summer Construction is here. Board Perimeter, Central Campus, and RFS Buses at Addison (BAMPFA and University Hall, respectively). Other changes inside the link.

NextBus Changes

Starting April 20, NextBus no longer provides real-time information for AC Transit. Please read to see the current updates.

Berkeley Moves!

Join Cal's Official Rideshare Network and Trip-planning platform. Get to and from campus easily and find a carpool partner!

Bear Transit

Cal provides plenty of transit service between the Residence Halls, BART, Central Campus, Hill Areas. Find out which route serves your destination.

Public Transit (Berkeley and Beyond)

Cal has plenty of frequent and affordable transit options. Find out how to get around and pay for fares!

Parking

On weekdays, most of UC Berkeley's 5,500+ parking spaces require a permit, and are exclusively reserved for faculty, staff, students, and authorized visitors. Learn about your payment options and view our parking map.

Student Employees - We are hiring!

Our special events unit is seeking help. Find out how!

Biking Mobility

Biking or walking to campus? Find out how to do it!

Student Summer Permits Available for Sale

Special Events

There are several events that take place on campus, from concerts to conferences to sporting events, that require planning parking arrangements. If you are hosting a special event, find out how to book in advance.

Public Parking

Visiting Campus? Find out where to park!

Loop Program for Accessibility

The Loop is a golf cart that provides intra-campus rides for eligible faculty, staff, and students with disabilities on a first-come-first-served basis. This service was created to assist persons with mobility difficulties.

News

June 17, 2019

WestCAT Transit Customers: Take the Express Bus Study

To West Contra Costa County Commuters:

The West Contra Costa Transportation Advisory Committee (WCCTAC) is undertaking a study to expand express bus service from west Contra Costa County to Berkeley, Emeryville, Oakland, and San Francisco. The goal of this project is to expand public transit options and improve commutes for employees.

June 11, 2019

Customer Service Office Closures - Wed 6/12/19 & Thu 6/13/19

The Parking & Transportation Customer Service Office at 1995 University Ave, Suite 110, will be closed during the following dates and times for Staff Appreciation Week activities in recognition of their contributions to the University:

  • Wednesday 6/12/19 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm.
  • Thursday 6/13/19 from 1:15 pm to 3:15 pm.

May 28, 2019

Notice - Panoramic Way paving
Rimway at Centennial Drive and Prospect Court and Channing Way Closure June 3-June 6

May 21, 2019

Bear Transit Summer Stop Changes

Update: The Downtown Berkeley BART Bear Transit Stop, Shattuck Avenue and Addison Street is now back in service, for Perimeter, Central Campus, Hill, Richmond Field Station, South Side, and North Side Lines.

Due to Summer Long Construction, Effective Immediately:

  • RFS Route -

    • In Downtown Berkeley, buses will NOT stop at the Berkeley BART stop on Shattuck Avenue.