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Transit and transportation

Part of choosing where to live is deciding how you will get to and from campus. Here are some resources to help understand what’s available in Halifax.

Halifax Transit

Several transit routes pass through, or next to, our university campuses including Routes 1, 4, 10, and 24. As well, theyĀ operateĀ ferries from Dartmouth to Downtown Halifax.

UPass

IfĀ you’reĀ a full-time student in Halifax, UPass, a pass for Halifax Transit, will be included in your student fees. TheĀ UPassĀ sticker is placed directly on yourĀ DalCard. Show your card to ride Halifax Transit buses and ferries, as well as Community Transit buses, from September to April. If you are taking summer courses, you may also be eligible for a summerĀ UPassĀ from May to August!

Ride your bike

Halifax is fortunate to have bicycle-friendly road conditions much of the year.

There are more than 1,040 bike spots and over 470 bike racks locatedĀ throughout theĀ Studley, Carleton, Sexton, and Agricultural Campuses.

For more information on bike racks and end of trip facilities, consult theĀ Ā [PDF - 1.8MB]Ā (NetID Login Required).Ā 

All new buildings will haveĀ ²ś¾±°ģ±šā€Æf²¹³¦¾±±ō¾±³Ł¾±±š²õĀ which will include showers and indoor/outdoor bike racks.

Parking on campus

Parking on campus is limited. ParkingĀ permits for each year (Sept. 1 to Aug. 31) can beĀ purchasedĀ online.

DalSAFE app

DalSAFEĀ provides a variety of programs,Ā servicesĀ and informational resources to address student safety. Download the app to your mobile device and stay in touch for the most up-to-date information of what is taking place on campus and personal safety information.