San Diego State University - Parking

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Public transportation around San Diego is extremely convenient, though unpopular and unappealing to students because of the interesting and unusual crowd typically on board. The bus station is located on the south side of campus, and the trolley passes through San Diego State’s campus. The MTS Trolley system is perfect for students without a car. Routes go as far south to the border, east to Santee, and as far west as downtown. Stops include major shopping districts like Mission Valley and Fashion Valley, the city’s major land mark (Old Town), and Qualcomm Stadium—home of the San Diego Chargers. The main downfall of the trolley system is that the service ends fairly early during both the weekend and weeknights. On the other hand, an all day pass with unlimited rides costs $5. If you get stuck downtown because the trolley service ended for the night, avoid taxi cabs—their fees are outrageous.

If you have a car, it makes it that much easier as everything in San Diego is no more than a 35-minute drive in all directions. However, if you drink, know that there are random sobriety check points scattered through the college area. Always take precaution, and never drink and drive.
 

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Students Speak Out

Anonymous says:

There are way too many people. If... There are way too many people. If you want a good chance of finding a place, you should take early morning classes. 12345 Parking Report

Anonymous says:

Availability of parking depends on... Availability of parking depends on the days and times of your classes. Tuesdays and Thursdays are more crowded than Monday, Wednesday, and Fridays. You just have to know that you are not going to be able to park one minute before from your first class. I have never been unable to find a spot because I arrive early. 12345 Parking Report

Anonymous says:

I think that most of us would... I think that most of us would agree that parking is still a problem. We have more faculty parking than is needed, while the students have nowhere else to park. Parking at the beginning of classes is always hectic, but it gradually slows down. The majority of students are taking classes Tuesday through Thursday because they want to work more on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Parking is not too bad on those three days, but it is also depends on the semester (what classes are offered that particular semester) and the hour of the day. 12345 Parking Report

Anonymous says:

The only time that it is hard to... The only time that it is hard to park is from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Thursday. 12345 Parking Report

Anonymous says:

Parking can be difficult. You will... Parking can be difficult. You will eventually find a spot to park in, but it might take you a few minutes, depending on the day and the time. 12345 Parking Report

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