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The public transportation system at USC is, all in all, not bad. Students frequent the on-campus shuttles much more than the Columbia bus system, but both provide comprehensive routes. The Carolina Shuttles run Monday–Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., with night shuttles starting at nightfall for safe and efficient transportation on campus. Although the campus is larger than 350 acres, the vast majority of one’s classes can be reached with a 15-minute walk. On the weekends, Cocky’s Caravan transports students to and from the bar districts of Five Points and the Vista free of charge. Columbia’s bus system is almost neglected by students. This is because many of the students do have cars, can easily walk to grocery stores and restaurants, and are unsure of where the bus stops.

To get out of town without a car, there is an Amtrak station, a Greyhound bus station, and the Columbia Metropolitan Airport, all relatively close to campus. Students find these convenient, especially if they live far away. There are shuttles that run to both the Columbia and Charlotte airports, offering a convenient alternative to expensive cab rides. The easiest way to get from around campus is to walk or ride a bike. Bike racks are located outside almost every building on campus. Both on- and off-campus transportation is pretty safe, though one should always use caution in such settings.

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Transportation at University of South Carolina

karey19

'14

Political Science and Government

4.2

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Univesity of South Carolina Transportation

The transportation on the campus is pretty good, there are buses running 24 hours

Jan 23, 2012

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Transportation at University of South Carolina

gilberl4

'15

Elementary Education

3.5

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Bus, Train, Automobile

No, there isn't really a train to ride on campus. There is a shuttle that has 3 or 4 different routes on campus and they usually make stops every 5 minutes. Cars are not a necessity, but if you live off campus its best to have one. Many apartments do have shuttles that drive to campus but they only make stops in the middle of campus. All shuttles are free.

Jan 21, 2012

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Transportation at University of South Carolina

fayers

'15

International Business

5.0

A+

Abundant Transportation

The city of Columbia has many options regarding transportation.The fees vary,some provide services,free of charge.

Jan 07, 2012

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