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Operations Center -  617.495.5560
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Transportation: Commencement Week

Shuttle Bus Service: Soldiers Field Park
AM and PM schedule operates
(Monday through Friday).

Class Day: May 23rd 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Commencement Day: May 24th
6:30 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Senior Move Out: (Friday): May 25th
8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Daytime Van Service:
Full service: through Saturday, May 26th
8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Commencement Day: May 24th
6:00 a.m. start.

Evening Van Service:
Operates nightly: 7:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m.,
Last phone call received at 2:30 a.m.
For service, call 617-495-0400. Thank you.


Summer Service

Effective Sunday, May 13th,
through Saturday May 26th
No Service: May 28th

Shuttle Bus Service

Weekdays Only: Soldiers Field Park II (AM)
& Soldiers Field Park III (PM)

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Daytime Van Service

Full Service: Weekdays Only:
8:00 am to 7:00 pm

Evening Van Service

Full Service:
Every night 7:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m.
Last call received at 2:30 a.m.

Harvard Shield

FOR SERVICE CALL 617-495-0400

or e-mail shuttle@harvard.edu

Safety First, Ride the Shuttle!

For Customer Service, call 617-495-0400, (TTY#) 617-496-6642 or Email shuttle at harvard dot edu

Disability Van Service

The Van Service is designed for persons who, because of mobility impairment or medical condition, find it extremely difficult or impossible to use the regular shuttle bus.


Charter Service

Harvard shuttle buses and vans are available to University affiliates for charter when not operating the regularly scheduled service. We can usually accommodate small and large groups for both on and off campus service. All charter service fees are billed on an hourly basis with a 2 hour minimum. We also provide referrals to other local carriers who may be able to offer expanded services at slightly higher rates.

For more information, including referrals, please call the Shuttle Service manager at 495-5279.

Email or fax the Charter Reservation/Billing Form to request service.


Other Transportation Options
At Harvard

Harvard Medical School Shuttle (M2)

MASCO manages the Harvard Medical School shuttle which runs between the LMA and Harvard University in Cambridge.

M2/LMA Shuttle: Advisory & Information

MBTA

The MBTA offers service throughout Cambridge. MBTA routes 66 and 86 offer frequent service across the Charles to the Allston campus and beyond.

Zipcar

Zipcar has cars-by-the-hour available all over metro-Boston, including cars at Harvard's Cambridge, Allston, and Longwood Campuses.


In The News

  • October 2007 - GPS To Aid Shuttling Students - Instead of chasing after the shuttle, students will soon be able to track its precise location and movement on a real-time online map. ...(more)
    Harvard Crimson article (PDF)
  • October 2007 - Digital Age Advances in Harvard Square - As Harvard Square counts down the days until its free Wi-Fi goes live, it has become increasingly digital....(more)
    Boston.com article (PDF)
  • September 2007 - Shuttle Schedules Site Upgrades with Text Messaging - Text messaging is no longer just for talking to your friends during class: Now you can figure out when to catch the shuttle back to your room...(more)
    Harvard Crimson article (PDF)
  • December 2005 - Shuttleboybot - David J. Malan a 1999 Harvard College Alum who wrote Shuttleboy, a program for retrieving route schedules, has given students a new excuse to use AOL Instant Messenger (AIM). (more)
    Harvard Crimson article (PDF)

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ShuttleTracker iPhone App Now Available

Harvard Shuttle Services is pleased to announce that the ShuttleTracker iPhone App is now available in the iTunes App Store. This enhancement - at no additional charge - allows faster loading of the map, viewing of multiple routes, and geolocation features. Please share this news with your friends and download it today for your iPhone or iPod Touch!


The Transit Visualization System™ (ShuttleTracker) continuously displays the location of Harvard University shuttles and animates their motion against a detailed map of recognizable University buildings and landmarks.

The ShuttleTracker helps riders save time, stay safe, and have more control over their schedules while enabling management to manage the Transportation fleet with unprecedented clarity.


Passenger Transport Services

 

General Safety

Riders can help maintain safety by following these rules:

  • Be seated as soon as possible.
  • Federal regulations require that all passengers are behind the white line before the bus may depart.
  • Do not smoke in the bus.
  • Do not walk in front of the bus after exiting.
  • Do not push people when you enter or exit the bus.
  • Do not impede the driver from closing the doors of the bus, at any time or for any reason.
    Drivers will enforce all regulations. Service will be refused to anyone who does not comply with regulations or whose behavior is disruptive or hazardous to passenger and vehicle safety.

Overview

The University Shuttle Service operates fixed route bus service during the academic year (except university recognized holidays and semester breaks) providing safe, convenient, and reliable transportation throughout the Cambridge and Allston campuses. Major stops include: Memorial Hall, Pound Hall, Currier House, Mather House, Boylston Gate, Lamont Library, Kennedy School of Government, and the Business School. Harvard Shuttles are open to all members of the Harvard Community, including faculty, staff and students. From our low-floor and lift-equipped buses to our door-to-door paratransit van service, Harvard's entire system is accessible for riders of all abilities. Please see the Daytime Van Service for more information.

For Customer Service, call 617-495-0400, (TTY#) 617-496-6642 or Email shuttle at harvard dot edu


Bikes on Shuttles

bike on busHarvard Passenger Transport Services gives bicyclists open access to our entire system. You can combine the freedom of riding your bicycle to work or class with the convenience of using Shuttles around campus during inclement weather or at night. Bikes are allowed on all buses equipped with bike racks at any time.


Schedule Information

shuttlePrinted shuttle schedules are posted at all major stops and in each dining hall and library. Printable Web Schedules are available here »

Shuttle Bus Service:

Effective August 28th through May 12th, 2012

Daytime Van Service:

Weekdays: 8:00 am to 7:00 pm
Weekends: 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

For more information, Daytime Van Service (Fully Accessible)

Evening Van Service:

Will operate from 7:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. seven days a week. Last call received at 2:30 a.m.

For more information, Evening Van Service (Fully Accessible)

For Customer Service, call 617-495-0400, (TTY#) 617-496-6642 or Email shuttle at harvard dot edu 


Shuttle Advertising

Harvard Distribution Services has been authorized by the college to place advertisements for Harvard student groups and departments in Harvard shuttles...(more)


Stops

Bus stops are marked with special crimson, red and white signs. If you wish to exit at a non-designated stop, please inform the driver when boarding. Drivers will make requested stops whenever it is safe to do so.

 

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