Transportation Options for Stanford Residents
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Stanford makes it easy to get around campus—and the Bay Area—without a car. Learn about the Bicycle Program, the Marguerite shuttle, car sharing, and more.
GUIDE TO HELP YOU GET AROUND WITHOUT A CAR
Thriving at Stanford
University Residents review this guide for helpful tips, tricks, and resources to help you thrive at Stanford without a car and still have the freedom to get around.
Bike
At Stanford, biking is one of the most sustainable ways to navigate the campus. Bikers take advantage of over 13,000 bike parking spaces on campus, 224 secure bike cage spaces for commuters, and 12 free bicycle safety repair stands.
Walk
Whether you walk to work or traverse Stanford’s stunning campus for a meeting, lunch, or errands, studies show that walking promotes physical and mental health.
Marguerite
The main shuttle lines travel around the Stanford campus weekdays (except holidays). The Shopping Express route operates Friday-Sunday, connecting riders to off-campus stores and restaurants. All are wheelchair accessible and equipped with bike racks.
Public Transit
Stanford University partners with public transit agencies to seamlessly facilitate car-free access to all Stanford locations, local communities, and the Bay Area. Eligible Stanford employees and postdocs are qualified to receive free transit benefits.
First-Year (Frosh) Student Emergency Ride Home
The intent of the First-Year (Frosh) Emergency Ride Home program is to provide first-year (frosh) a ride home to campus if they are caught without a ride or in an emergency.
Hertz Car Rental Branch at Stanford
Hertz Car Rental branch is located on the ground floor of the Stock Farm Garage at 360 Oak Road. Hours of operation are Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
