BUS stuff: schedule updates, how to track it, renting one

Heads Up! If you're a student who enjoys the convenience of shuttle service, this info is muy importante.

this is the link for the following info:

http://blink.ucsd.edu/facilities/transportation/shuttles/holiday.html

Shuttle Services Holiday Schedule, 2009-2010

GPS live tracking

Watch your shuttle travel its route in real time:

• Track one or more shuttle routes simultaneously at www.ucsdbus.com.
• Track shuttles using text messaging or any Web-enabled device: Visit ucsdbus.com and click Mobile. The service is free, but your carrier's standard fees may apply.
• Go directly to your shuttle route below and click "track it live."

....BECAUSE WHO DOESN'T LOVE A FREE RIDE?
Note: Students heading home for the holidays and quarterly breaks can catch a ride on the free holiday airport shuttle.




IN A CLUB? PLANNING AN AMAZING EVENT? EXPECTING A BIG TURNOUT?

Charter a UCSD Shuttle Bus for Campus Events

http://blink.ucsd.edu/facilities/transportation/shuttles/charters.html

Learn how to charter a campus shuttle bus for your group’s event.

Make sure your organization is eligible.

• Only groups affiliated with the university may charter a bus.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
• You must have an approved index number for billing recharges.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
• If your group is ineligible, contact Shuttle Operations, (858) 534-7422, to find an outside vendor.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

Decide if a bus fits your needs.

Bus availability:

• On weekdays, 2 20-passenger buses
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
• On weekends, 6 20- to 36-passenger buses
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
• No availability during finals week in any academic quarter
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

Bus capacity:

• Stated capacity refers to seated passengers. Safety guidelines allow a limited number of standing passengers.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
• If travel time allows, drivers can make repeated trips to accommodate more riders.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

Bus rates:

• The rate is $90 per hour per bus, 2 hours minimum, for all bus sizes.
  • Cost includes a professional driver.
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
  • The billing period begins 30–60 minutes before the first pickup, and ends 30–60 minutes after the final dropoff, depending on the distance from campus. This lets the driver inspect the vehicle, as required by the Department of Transportation.
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

Notes/restrictions:

• Charter periods cannot exceed 2 business days.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
• Off-campus locations must be within a 50-mile radius. Buses do not travel to Mexico or transport to bars.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
• Discuss requests outside these guidelines with Todd Berven, (858) 534-6142.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

Submit your request to Shuttle Operations.

Use the online shuttle reservation request tool at least 2 weeks in advance of your event:

• Complete a separate form for each day of service.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
• Provide detailed driving directions for each off-campus pick-up and drop-off location.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
• If you don’t receive e-mail confirmation within 1 business day, contact a lease coordinator, (858) 534-7422.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

Change or cancel your reservation.

• Changes: Request changes at least 1 day before the scheduled charter date. Requests for last-minute changes may not be honored.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

• Cancellation: Provide notice of cancellation at least 2 days in advance for a full refund. Otherwise, you will be billed at contract rates.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

Comply with the charter contract.

Whatever mode of transportation you're taking, stay grateful for it!
A little gratitude can brighten your day ; )

*Hilary