Commuting
Parking policies at UAB have been updated recently. It is a good idea to familiarize yourself with all of your parking options listed on UAB Transportation’s website.
If you plan to park your car on campus, UAB Transportation requires the purchase of a zoned Parking Pass to be displayed in your vehicle. Students will have the option to choose among seven zones with Zones A through G available to all students and Zone 7 reserved for students who live on campus. Permits will still be sold on a first-come, first-served basis, so students are encouraged to apply early to ensure their desired zone is still available. To assist students in determining their best parking option, UAB Transportation has provided a table of estimated walking distances from each zone to a list of the most popular academic buildings. To access this table, please visit our transportation website.
Taking the Blazer Express from various lots can also be a quick and easy way to find parking. Download the DoubleMap app to track the Blazer Express in real time.
Did you know you can get paid for carpooling, walking, or biking to campus? Read more about getting paid for sustainable commuting options through CommuteSmart.
Students receive a free helmet and U-lock with bike registration, available for pickup at the UAB Transportation office. Registration can be completed online (permit stickers will be mailed), in person at UAB Transportation, or at one of the many tabling events throughout the year. While UAB doesn’t have a bike permitting requirement, registration is easy and free! Registering and personalizing your bike also connects you as the owner of your bike, which is important in case of theft or if your bike is deemed abandoned
For more information about commuting to campus, contact UAB Transportation at (205) 934-3513.