Here are your options for driving or taking mass transit to Rutgers University–Newark.
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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
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.
Fall 2017 Student Parking Costs
All costs below are annual for the 17-18 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
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.
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 |
|
509A / Eagle East |
Located at Orange and [East Side] Eagle Street (closest lot to the business school) |
|
506/Essex Lot |
Located at Essex Street (Students with NB Zone L permit or Newark Prepaid Commuter RUN Pass Permit are allowed to park here from 4:00 p.m. to 12:00 midnight Monday through Friday and all day weekends, 6:00 a.m. 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.
Key Contacts
Blumenthal HallRoom 105
249 University AvenueNewarkNJ07102-1808
Bus Info 848.932.7817
Fax Line 973.353.5873
Rutgers Newark office 973.353.1839
RBHS Newark office 973.972.5489
Rutgers New Brunswick office 848.932.7744
General email: info_dots@ipo.rutgers.edu
Event email: event_parking@ipo.rutgers.edu