Learn about mass transportation and parking options at Rutgers University–Newark.
Commuter Transit and Parking
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Mass Transportation
We encourage the use of mass transit, especially since Rutgers University–Newark is only a few blocks from Newark Penn Station. You can also commute to campus via bus and light rail. Visit NJ Transit online to access information about the train, bus, light rail, and related apps:
- NJ Transit train schedule
- NJ Transit bus schedule
- NJ Transit light rail schedule
- Transit alerts from NJ Transit
- NJ Transit mobile app
Note: As a Rutgers University student, you can receive a 25 percent discount from NJ Transit.
Shuttles and Buses
Rutgers University–Newark provides a number of shuttles and buses for students. Shuttle and bus options include:
- Campus Connect
- Newark Penn Station
- Newark Penn Station Express
- Kearny Route
- Newark Penn Station Midnight Express
- The "Run Run" Route
For more information about these shuttle and bus services, visit the Rutgers University Department of Transportation Services.
Parking and Permits
Note: Fall 2018 Parking Permits are not yet available for puchase. We will announce it on our home page once it's available.
To park on campus, you must purchase a student parking permit. You can purchase parking permits online or in person at the Department of Transportation Services, which is located at
249 University Avenue
Blumenthal Hall, Suite 105
Newark, New Jersey 07102
Note: Commuter and residential students have differing parking permits.
Annual Student Parking Permit Costs for the 2018-2019 Academic Year
| Student Premium Permits | Deck 1 & 2 | $600 |
| Student Permits | Surface Lots After 4pm can be used in Deck 2 & Essex Lot |
$165 |
| Resident Student Permits (Juniors and Seniors ONLY) |
Deck 1 & 2 | $1130 |
Parking Permit Options
Summer/Winter Parking Permit
Summer/winter session permits are available for purchase. Learn more about purchasing a summer/winter permit.
Student Parking Locations
Note: You must have a valid parking permit to be able to park in these lots.
|
Student Lot/Garage |
Location |
|
Deck 1 |
Located at 200 University Avenue |
|
Deck 2 |
Located at 166 Washington Street |
|
509/Eagle West |
Located at Orange and [West side] Eagle Street (closest lot to the business school) |
|
506/Essex Lot |
Located at Essex Street (Students with Newark Commuter Surface Lot permit are allowed to park here from 4:00 pm to 12:00 midnight Monday through Friday and all day weekends, 6:00 am to 12:00 midnight). |
|
New Street (NEW surface lot) |
Located at 272 New Street (between Lock Street and Wilsey Street). |
Parking Citations
You may receive citations for parking in non-approved locations. If you receive a citation, you can pay the citation online.
RU-N Student Commuter Awards Program
Students who forego purchasing a Rutgers parking permit and purchase monthly passes from NJ Transit or PATH to commute to/from Rutgers-Newark will earn a reward that can be redeemed from the Barnes & Noble at Rutgers University – Newark, Kite + Key Rutgers Tech Store, or Starbucks for up to $50 monthly. Details about participating in this rewards program will be announced in the coming weeks.
Pop Up Events
Students can visit a Parking pop-up event at Rutgers University-Newark to obtain a free pass for one ride on NJ Transit’s Newark Light Rail.
There are no pop up events currently available.
Key Contacts
- Or by appointment:
55 Paul Robeson Boulevard
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Event email: event_parking@ipo.rutgers.edu