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Transportation

Smart, Sustainable Ways to Get Around

Navigating campus is seamless and safe. Our buses, bikes, light rail and other transportation options make life smoother for our Niner community — while keeping campus moving in an eco-friendly way.

Niner Transit Bus on street with Silver Route indicator
Niner Transit
Niner Transit buses run daily, quickly getting you between classes, housing and dining — fare-free for everyone.
Niner Paratransit vehicle with ramp out.
Paratransit
Registered riders with mobility impairments can use Niner Paratransit for safe, reliable rides across campus.
LYNX light rail train incoming
LYNX Light Rail
Your CATS All-Access Pass offers unlimited rides anytime on LYNX light rail with the CATS-Pass app.
Niner transit shuttle parked in bus pull-off
Shopping Shuttle
Get your off-campus shopping done at Patel Brothers, Harris Teeter and Target. Just show your 49er ID to board.
Close up of foot standing on a Lime e-bike.
Lime Bikes and E-Scooters
Rent bikes or e-scooters on campus 24/7 at reduced rates with your @charlotte.edu email and the Lime app.
Incoming Amtrak train on tracks
Distance Commute Options
Go beyond campus with intercity bus, train and light rail connections — plus local travel on CATS routes.

Activate Your Pass To Ride

Explore the city of Charlotte! Students have access to the CATS All-Access Transit Pass, which offers unlimited rides on the LYNX Light Rail, streetcars, airport sprinter and all Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) buses.

“Niner Transit makes getting around UNC Charlotte so easy!”
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Destiny Moore
Klein College of Science

Stay on Track with Passio GO!

Know exactly when and where to catch your ride with Passio GO! See live bus locations, arrival times and service updates for Niner Transit and Paratransit, all in one convenient app.