Shuttle Services

UNC Asheville operates two campus shuttle routes during the academic year (August-May), taking students around campus and to nearby locations. The University also offers an evening shuttle to off-campus locations, including nearby grocery and drug stores.

  • Regular campus shuttle routes (blue and red, see below) operate Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • After Hours Shuttles operate Monday-Thursday, 5 – 9:30 p.m. Contact University Police at 828.232.5000 or utilize the SafeZone App to request a ride after 5 p.m.

Shuttles operate when classes are in session during the fall and spring semesters. This includes exam week and reading days.

Adjusted Hours of Operation

  • When there are no regularly scheduled classes taking place, during holidays, or other breaks between semesters, there is no shuttle service.
  • There is no shuttle service during the Summer I and Summer II sessions.
  • Short service delays are possible 12 – 12:15 p.m. on weekdays during driver shift changes.

Shuttles on a designated route are identifiable by a colored block affixed to the front or side of the vehicle.


Blue Route

Blue Route begins service at The Verge at 7:30 a.m. Monday–Friday. View the Route Map Here.

Shuttle Stops
1The Verge Apartments
2Campus Drive @ Lot P1
3University Heights @ Campus Drive, Bulldog Statue (Kimmel)
4Governor’s Hall Bus Stop
5Highsmith Student Union
6Zeis Hall Bus Stop
7P28 ART Bus Stop
8University Hgts @ Owen Hall
9STEAM Studios

Red Route

The Red Route begins service at Hawthorne Northside at 7:30 a.m. Monday–Friday. View the Route Map Here.

Shuttle Stops
1Hawthorne Northside Apartments
2Edgewood Rd @ Lot P34
3University Hgts @ Owen Hall
4University Hgts @ Campus Drive, Bulldog Statue (Kimmel)
5Governor’s Hall Bus Stop
6Highsmith Student Union
7118 W.T. Weaver Health & Counseling Center
8P28 ART Bus Stop


Shuttle Rentals

Transportation and Parking Services offers campus shuttles for special events and trips off-campus. All motor pool policies apply to shuttle rentals. If you are an outside organization, please contact us at transportation@unca.edu or 828.258.7693.
Please provide at least two weeks’ advance notice when requesting a driver to ensure scheduling.
There are two types of shuttle rates available:

Shuttle Type

Capacity Cost
UNC Asheville Dept. Use 8-14 passengers $70/hr (minimum 4hrs)
Outside Organization Use 8-14 passengers $100/hr (minimum 4 hrs)
Shuttle Rental Cancellations

A minimum of 48 hours’ notice is required for all client-initiated cancellations. Otherwise, the rental will be charged at the agreed rate. All shuttle events scheduled during normal campus shuttle operating hours are subject to cancellation without notice.