Questions and Answers
Riding the Bus
- Who can ride the buses?
- When will the service begin?
- How many routes are there?
- Where are the bus stops?
- What are the projected operating hours?
- Will there be bus transportation on the nights and weekends?
- Are the buses on a timed schedule?
- Will I be late for class if I ride the bus from one stop to the next?
- How will I know which bus line to take?
- How often does the transit system run?
- What is the reliability of the bus schedule?
- How can I track the bus by my phone or computer? What is TransLoc? (View example running at NC State)
- Will there be signs showing the bus routes at the bus stops?
- How far south, east, north and west will the bus routes go? (Link to Map page)
- What is the cost to ride the bus?
- Are the buses wheelchair accessible?
- What will people do that are carrying heavy/large loads?
- Will there be a storage area on the bus for large items?
- Will the bus run during University holidays?
- Will there be shelter from rain at the bus stops?
- Will the buses run in severe weather?
Parking/Campus
- Where will I park my car?
- How will the transit system affect on parking spaces on campus?
- What roads will be closed for the buses to run?
Crimson Ride/Bus Specs
- How many buses will be operated on weekdays?
- What are the projected operating hours?
- Will there be bus transportation on the nights and weekends?
- Are the buses on a timed schedule?
- Will the bus run during University holidays?
- Are the buses sanitary?
- Are the buses air conditioned and heated?
- How safe are the buses?
- Will there be signs showing the bus routes at the bus stops?
- Where is the bus terminal?
- Are the buses wheelchair accessible?
- What kind of buses will be used for transportation?
Special Events/Charters
- Will the buses run on game days?
- Will the buses run for events on campus (theatre, Moody Music, etc.)?
- Can be buses be used to charter groups?
How many buses will be operated on weekdays?
There will be 17 buses total with 15 running during peak operation hours and two on reserve.
What are the projected operating hours?
The normal weekday bus hours will be 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and the night hours will be 7 p.m. until 10 p.m. Summer hours will be from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Will there be bus transportation on the nights and weekends?
Yes. Buses will continue to run the same routes on nights and weekend, with approximately 7 to 8 buses in operation.
Bus stops are located all around campus with a total of approximately 41.
Will there be shelter from rain at the bus stops?
Shelters will not be constructed until the bus stops are finalized,
Will there be signs showing the bus routes at the bus stops?
No. Routes may be viewed on the maps page.
How often does the transit system run?
Depending on traffic congestion, the time between buses will be 5 minutes on the academic routes to 20 minutes on the perimeter.
How many routes are there? (Link to route maps)
There are four bus routes. The different routes are North, South, East and Core.
How far south, east, north and west will the bus routes go?
To the east, the buses will go as far as 5 th Avenue East to the Student Recreation Center, RISE, Child Development Center, University Medical Center and the Student Health Center. To the west, the buses will go as far as the west side of Bryant Denny Stadium and Publix. To the north, the buses will go as far as the backside of Riverside Hall and to the south, as far as Bryant Drive.
Students, faculty, staff and visitors.
What is the cost to ride the bus?
Patrons, including visitors, will not be charged a fee to board the buses.
Are the buses wheelchair accessible?
Yes, each bus will have two wheelchair spaces. The bus lowers to sidewalk level and a ramp will be deployed to allow people in wheelchairs to board.
What will people do that are carrying heavy/large loads?
Only items that can be placed on ones lap or on the floor in front of ones seat will be allowed. No items will be allowed to occupy additional seating.
Will there be a storage area on the bus for large items?
No.
Will the buses run on game days?
Yes.
Will the buses run for events on campus (theatre, Moody Music, etc.)?
If requested, buses will run during special events on campus.
Can be buses be used by charter groups?
Yes, if the groups are associated with the University of Alabama. Link to Charter Service Information.
The bus terminal will be located in the west end of the Campus Drive parking deck.
What is the reliability of the bus schedule?
The buses will be reliable unless campus traffic becomes congested. Each bus and bus route can be monitored with TransLoc.
How can I track the bus by my phone or computer? What is TransLoc?
The buses have GPS technology (TransLoc) and can be tracked from cell phones with a browser and PDA or computer. The information from the web site will be “real time”.TransLoc is a web site that will allow you to view the buses in “real time” as they travel on the routes around campus. Using your PC, laptop or even your phone, if it has an internet browser, you will be able to view the buses traveling on their routes. (View example running at NC State)
Where can I find the bus schedule and TransLoc?
The tentative bus route and stops can located on the maps page.
Are the buses air conditioned and heated?
Yes
Will the bus run during University holidays?
No
Buses should not exceed a 35 miles per hour speed while on campus.
How will the transit system affect on parking spaces on campus?
There will no longer be roadside parking along Second Street, Fourth Street, Sixth Avenue, Seventh Avenue, Ninth Avenue, Stadium Drive, Hackberry Lane and Devotie Drive. With the state DOT’s approval, all of the parking along University Blvd will be removed. Parking on the west side of Colonial Drive next to the stadium and parking on the south side of Capstone Drive will also be removed.
What roads will be closed for the buses to run?
As of this time, roadways surrounding the Quad will be Transit only. Other roadways on campus will have transit lanes.
Presently our plans are to have full service on campus starting August 11, 2007.
What kind of buses will be used for transportation?
40 foot Nova LFS buses.
You be allowed to park in your designated zone only. You will not be allowed to cross campus an search for a parking space in other zones. There will not be any “all decal” spaces on campus in fall 2007. Log on to www.bamaparking.ua.edu to view the new parking zones and parking regulation for fall 2007. Also be aware that parking fines have increased for fall 2007.
Are the buses on a timed schedule?
Buses will not have a set time to be at a particular location. Each bus will have an estimated headway for each route. With multiple buses on each route, you should be able to see a bus approaching on most of the routes once one leaves the bus stop.
Will I be late for class if I ride the bus from one stop to the next?
If you plan your schedule to correspond with the transit system schedule, you should not be late for class.
How will I know which bus line to take?
It is recommended that each student become familiar with the transit routes BEFORE classes begin. By studying the bus routes and planning your schedule, it should not be a problem. Bus operators will also assist you with directions.
Will the buses run in severe weather?
The buses will run in the rain, and even when there is a severe weather watch. However, the buses will not run during a severe weather warning.
The buses will be cleaned daily and more often if necessary.