Mount Ida Shuttle

Amherst <--> Newton Campus Shuttle

The Mount Ida Shuttle connects UMass Amherst and Mount Ida campuses, supporting UMass programs at the UMass Chan campus. This shuttle service is available to UMass community members and operates Monday through Friday during the Fall and Spring semesters. Vans depart twice daily from both campuses for reserved riders. Limited service is available during Winter and Summer sessions.

Reservations

  • Reservations are approved on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Requests must be submitted by noon on the previous business day and at least 24 hours in advance for morning trips.
  • You will receive a confirmation email once your request is approved.
  • Be prepared to show your UMass ID to confirm your reservation before boarding.

  • Book now link

Baggage: The shuttle is intended for commuter use and storage space is limited. Please keep baggage to a small overnight bag or smaller. If you have any concerns, reach out in advance

The last day of academic year shuttles will be Thursday May 15, 2025. Through the summer there will be one departure per day from each location.

No service on Monday May 26, Memorial Day

Monday May 19 through Wednesday June 18 

  • Mount Ida Departure: 8:00 AM

  • UMass Amherst Campus Center Departure: 3:00 PM

No service Thursday Juneteenth

Friday June 20 through Friday August 29 the schedule will REVERSE

  • UMass Amherst Campus Center Departure: 8:00 AM

  • Mount Ida Departure: 3:00 PM

Online Reservations using Bookings will be populated a week at a time, 2 weeks in advance. For example the week of Monday June 23 - Friday June 27 will be available for reservations by the end of day Monday June 9.

If you have any questions, please email @email.