University of Notre Dame - Transportation

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Although the phrase “public transportation” brings to mind bad images for many people, students agree that the cost helps you to overlook the conditions—buses are actually free with your Notre Dame ID. Unfortunately, the bus lines don’t go to many places that students want to visit. Use them to see the mall or to get out of town for awhile. The constant presence of taxi cabs on campus is a definite plus, especially on weekends. Rides off campus are a mere two dollars, and you can get to some of the best party spots this way. It’s best to split a cab with friends, not only because of the reduced rates but because it’s easier to cope with the near-death experience of a taxi ride this way.

As far as availability and affordability, there’s little to complain about with Notre Dame’s public transit. Perhaps the greatest part of it, however, is that it is largely unneeded. The University’s facilities make trips off campus fairly rare occurrences, other than for visiting the occasional bar or party. With the availability of student parking, automobiles remain the rides of choice whenever you do have to leave campus. If you ever need to get somewhere, however, it’s good to know that you have the option.

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Students Speak Out

NDBA says: Engineering

There are always cabs and taxis at... There are always cabs and taxis at main circle during weekends and at night. If you need to get to an off campus house you can use the cabs that will charge $3 a person. It is extremely convenient to know you can always get transportation whenever you need it. Other than that there isn't much but it's all you need. 12345 Transportation: March 29, 2009 Report

NDPL says: Social Sciences

Public transportation is not very... Public transportation is not very convenient. I never use it to get around. 12345 Transportation: March 29, 2009 Report

Anonymous says:

Public transportation is okay. I’d... Public transportation is okay. I’d still say it’s better to have your own car. 12345 Transportation Report

Anonymous says:

The only place you’ll probably... The only place you’ll probably want to go by bus is to the mall. There are a few bus stops on campus, but the buses aren’t always on time and have been known to leave you stranded at the mall. Use the bus as a last resort or when you have a lot of time to spare, which will be never. Cabs are more reliable in terms of arriving on time, but you might have a near-death experience on the ride to your destination. 12345 Transportation Report

Anonymous says:

The bus is free with your ND... The bus is free with your ND student ID and it goes to the bus station and to the mall—almost everywhere someone might need to go. It’s kind of sketchy sometimes, though. 12345 Transportation Report

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