Stanford Transportation Impacts during University Winter Closure from December 22, 2025, through January 2, 2026

Calls regarding parking enforcement requests will still be responded to during these impacts. Even when our office is closed, you can still use the How-to Guides to:

Reference Stanford Transportation Winter Closure Impacts article to learn the impacts on Customer Service, Parking Enforcement, Marguerite, DisGo, and Transit Service.

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Commuting students (non-first-year) can purchase commuter permits ‘A’ and ‘C’ while actively enrolled in classes, but are not eligible for residential permits. Students living on campus (resident students) and with an active housing contract can purchase residential permits for their designated house or dorm areas, but are not eligible for 'A' or 'C' commuter permits.

Please read the following information you need to know about parking: 

  • Commuter permits are available for purchase once Stanford Transportation receives the data file confirming you are a registered student
  • Residential permits in the nearest area become available for purchase once Stanford Transportation receives the data file confirming you are a registered student with an approved residential housing contract
  • Residential parking is divided into the following regions: West (WE), South (SO), East (EA), SJ, and Escondido Village (ES/EVF)
  • Stanford undergraduate first-year (frosh) students are not permitted to bring cars to campus; however, all residents can purchase a daily resident permit for visitors/overnight guests
  • Unless otherwise posted, commuter parking (‘A,’ ‘C,’ ‘C-SRWC,’ ‘E,’ ‘Z,’ and ‘shared’ resident/commuter lots and service vehicle spaces) is enforced Monday-Friday, 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. (including Stanford Redwood City parking)
  • ‘A’ parking at the Oval is enforced Monday-Friday, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m
  • Residential parking is enforced 24/7
  • Commuter and residential permits can be purchased in daily, calendar month, and academic year permits
  • Only one vehicle may park on campus per permit
  • Each student is limited to one commuter or residential permit, except:
    • Students in couples are limited to two long-term permits
    • Students in family housing may purchase up to three long-term permits
  • Parking permits must not exceed the duration of your housing contract

Helpful Resources:

Check the parking permit Quick Reference for a list of permits and to determine eligibility
Check the Parking Permit Rate Chart for current pricing
Find answers to Frequently Asked Questions about parking permits at Stanford
Review the "How To" Guides for step-by-step instructions on logging in and purchasing parking 
Review the Terms and Conditions: Parking Permits

Quick Links

Commuter Parking

Stanford commuters can adopt a sustainable commute or purchase daily or long-term parking to support your schedule.

Resident Student Parking

Resident students who intend to keep a vehicle on campus must purchase a 'RES' parking permit in their designated area.

Getting Around Stanford

Whether you come for work, to study, or to explore Stanford’s beautiful 8,180 acre Stanford campus, we’ve made it easy to get around without a car. Stanford Transportation’s award-winning system will get you where you need to go once you arrive.

Commute Toolkit

Our Commute Toolkit offers commute options and ways to save. Should you need to park, it can help you decide whether a daily or monthly permit makes sense.