Transit

Student-run since 1969, UMass Transit operates fare-free PVTA buses in the Amherst area, Accessible Van Service for members of campus with mobility impairments, and Charter Services for campus departments with transportation requests. We're committed to providing safe, efficient, and sustainable mobility for over 15,000 riders daily. 

Located at 185 Holdsworth Way, we're the team that moves UMass.

PVTA Buses

UMass Campus & Beyond

UMass Transit operates most Amherst-area PVTA bus routes, allowing students and community members to get around with ease. We service all areas of campus as well as off-campus housing, downtown shopping and dining, grocery stores, and the other Five College schools. 

Routes & Schedules Routes & Schedules PVTA System Map PVTA System Map
Accessible Van Service

Accessible Transportation

Accessible Van Service provides free transportation around the UMass Amherst campus to students, staff, and faculty with mobility impairments. Our primary mission is to transport people to and from their classes and work, but we also provide off-campus trips on a limited basis.

Registration & Ride Info Registration & Ride Info
Charter Services

Transportation By Request

Charter Services provides transportation for large groups such as Registered Student Organizations, classes, or conference groups, as well as a Meet & Greet service for employees and guests of the University.

Field Trips for Student Groups and University Departments Field Trips for Student Groups and University Departments Meet & Greet Service Meet & Greet Service

PVTA UMass Bus Alerts

Now Hiring!

We are now hiring for accelerated winter training sessions.

Bus Drivers start at $21.00 per hour!

On top of $21/hr base pay, UMTS offers an Eve Pay Differential (additional $1/hr) for all late-night bus driving shifts. After driving for a semester, you'll become eligible for promotion to other student positions (dispatcher, trainer, field trip driver, etc) which offer additional pay. 

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