About
Nite Ride is a free late-night transportation service available to all UI students and employees. As of August 15, the service will operate on a fixed route, stopping at locations on and near campus. Find it in the Transit app to track your ride.
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Nite Ride is now on the Transit app! Plan your trip and track your ride. Pin the Nite Ride routes for ease of use.
Hours
9 p.m. to 4 a.m.
Rates
This service is free. Please be prepared to present your University ID card upon boarding the Nite Ride vehicle.
Nite Ride Routes
Nite Ride - Route 1 (Gold)
Operates from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m. daily in a counter-clockwise loop on and near campus.
Stops include:
- Main Library
- E. Washington St. / UCC
- Governor St. & Washington St.
- E. Market St. & Dodge St.
- Clinton St. & Davenport St. (NB) / Currier Hall
- Mayflower Hall
- Parklawn Hall
- Art Building West
- Rienow Hall
- Boyd Law Building / Cultural Houses
Route Map
Nite Ride - Route 2 (Black)
Operates from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m. daily in a clockwise loop on and near campus.
Stops include:
- Main Library
- Rienow Hall
- Boyd Law Building / Cultural Houses
- North Riverside Drive & River Street
- Parklawn Hall
- Mayflower Hall
- Currier Hall
- Jefferson St. & Van Buren St.
- Dodge St. & Iowa Avenue
- Schaeffer Hall
Route Map
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Rules and Safety
- The safety of our passengers is our top priority.
- All vehicles are audio and video recorded.
- All vehicles are driven by trained full time security officers or trained part time student security officers.
- Individuals who have been drinking will not be refused service, however inappropriate or unsafe behavior will not be tolerated.
- If there is any inappropriate, unsafe, or illegal behavior the driver will stop the vehicle.
- Those who violate Nite Ride policies may be arrested and face possible expulsion from the university.
- If you have any safety concerns during your ride, immediately contact the driver or call 911.
FAQs
Do I need to request a ride?
There is no need to request a ride. View the route on the Transit app and wait for pick-up at any of the designated Nite Ride stops while Nite Ride is in service.
What are Nite Ride's disability accommodations?
The Nite Ride fleet includes a wheelchair accessible vehicle.
Other resources that are available include the Bionic Bus and the Accessible Fixed Route Service provided by Cambus.
For more information on transit services for persons with disabilities, visit the university’s Parking and Transportation website.
What is the average wait time for Nite Ride?
Weather, staffing levels, and an increased demand for the service can impact wait times.
When both vehicles are in operation, wait times should be a maximum of 12-15 minutes.
We recommend tracking the vehicles using the Transit App to plan appropriately.
Can I bring a friend on Nite Ride?
UI students and employees are permitted to bring guest(s) with them on Nite Ride, but must present their University ID upon entering the vehicle.
What replaced Nite Ride Express?
Nite Ride express has been replaced with the Hawk Vouchers program, which provides UI students with the option to use five $5 Uber Vouchers each semester between the hours of 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. within a 5-mile radius of central campus.
How do I find Nite Ride in the Transit App?
- Open the Transit App.
- Click the settings button in the upper left hand corner.
- Click Public Transit.
- Expand the drop-down menu that says "Bus."
- Click the box next to Nite Ride, so a green check mark appears.
The Nite Ride routes should now be visible to you in the Transit app.
Additional Transportation Resources
There are several free or low-cost transportation services available to those who live, work, and visit our campus and the surrounding community.
Check out UI Parking and Transportation's helpful resources regarding evening transportation for a full list.
Campus Resources
- Cambus (free)
- Hawk Vouchers ($5 Uber Vouchers for students)
Late Evening Staff Shuttle Service (free)
The Late Evening Staff Shuttle Service (LESS) is focused on transportation for UI Health Care Employees, operated by Guest Services and UI Health Care Safety and Security.
For more information, contact the Main Information Desk, 384-8591, or UI Health Care Safety and Security, 319-356-2658.
Week Days (Monday-Friday)
- 6:30 p.m. to 11 p.m.: Ongoing shuttle departing from WCTC, provided by Guest Services.
- 11 p.m. to 1 a.m.: Ongoing shuttle departing from Main Entrance, provided by Guest Services.
- 1 a.m. to 4:30 a.m.: Rides are available by request at the Main Information Desk, provided by UI Health Care Safety and Security.
Weekends (Saturday-Sunday)
6:30 p.m. to 4:30 a.m.: Rides are available by request at the Main Information Desk, provided by UI Health Care Safety and Security.
Community Resources
- Iowa City Transit, (free)
- Johnson County Trip Connect, ($2) 5 p.m. to midnight
- Johnson County SEATS paratransit services ($0-2)
- SEATS Rural ($2)
- North Liberty AM/PM Bus Route ($1)
- Coralville Transit (starting at $1)
- 380 Express Bus (starting at $3.50), 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Various ride-share services such as Uber and Lyft
Late-night Commuter Lot transportation for Health Care Employees
The Late Evening Staff Shuttle Service (LESS) is focused on transportation for UI Health Care Employees.
This service is operated by Guest Services and UI Health Care Safety and Security.
For more information, contact the Main Information Desk, 319-384-8591, or UI Health Care Safety and Security, 319-356-2658.
Week Days (Monday-Friday)
- 6:30 p.m. to 11 p.m.: Ongoing staff shuttle to commuter lots, departing from WCTC (provided by Guest Services).
- 11 p.m. to 1 a.m.: Ongoing staff shuttle to commuter lots, departing from Main Entrance (provided by Guest Services).
- 1 a.m. to 4:30 a.m.: Rides to the commuter lots are available by request at the Main Information Desk (provided by UI Health Care Safety and Security).
Weekends (Saturday-Sunday)
- 6:30 p.m. to 4:30 a.m.: Rides are available by request at the Main Information Desk (provided by UI Health Care Safety and Security).