Transportation and Distribution Services
Transportation and Distribution Services (T&DS) provides a wide variety of resources for the UC Irvine community including campus maps, parking information, and sustainable commute solutions for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and savings on travel costs. Our team also manages traffic signal systems, campus fleet, mail and long-term storage services, passport and document scanning, and so much more. We hope you will take a moment to learn more about our quality programs by exploring this website. Please consider sharing your experiences by taking our brief survey. We appreciate your feedback as we continually strive to fulfill the needs of UCI faculty, staff, students, and visitors.
Ronald Fleming
Executive Director
Transportation and Distribution Services
Transportation and Distribution Services (T&DS) provides a wide variety of resources for the UC Irvine community including campus maps, parking information, and sustainable commute solutions for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and savings on travel costs. Our team also manages traffic signal systems, campus fleet, mail and long-term storage services, passport and document scanning, and so much more. We hope you will take a moment to learn more about our quality programs by exploring this website. Please consider sharing your experiences by taking our brief survey. We appreciate your feedback as we continually strive to fulfill the needs of UCI faculty, staff, students, and visitors.
Ronald Fleming
Executive Director
Transportation and Distribution Services (T&DS) provides a wide variety of resources for the UC Irvine community including campus maps, parking information, and sustainable commute solutions for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and savings on travel costs. Our team also manages traffic signal systems, campus fleet, mail and long-term storage services, passport and document scanning, and so much more. We hope you will take a moment to learn more about our quality programs by exploring this website. Please consider sharing your experiences by taking our brief survey. We appreciate your feedback as we continually strive to fulfill the needs of UCI faculty, staff, students, and visitors.
Ronald Fleming
Executive Director
News and Announcements
Operations
Operations
Summer Parking Permits
[Posted 5/2/25]
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Parking permits for Summer Session will be available for purchase beginning Monday, June 9 through myCommute.
Parking Permit Required at All Times
[Posted 10/5/23]
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As a reminder, a valid parking permit is required at all times when parking on campus. Permits may be purchased by using ParkbyPlate in designated areas, or by utilizing a permit dispenser or visiting one of our staffed information kiosks for cash purchases. Affiliates may also log into myCommute to purchase their permit.
If your preferred purchasing method is unavailable, please utilize another option. For questions regarding event-based parking needs, contact our event coordinator at 949-824-2690.
Parking & Traffic Impacts
Parking & Traffic Impacts
Graduation-Related Impacts
[Posted 3/29/25]
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Due to events hosted at the Bren Events Center, roadways, including West Peltason Drive, Mesa Road, and the surrounding parking areas on the west side of campus, will be heavily impacted on weekdays with scheduled graduation dates.
On these days, traffic directors will be on-site to facilitate traffic flow. Please anticipate additional travel time and consider taking alternate routes via Michael Drake Drive and East Peltason Drive to access campus destinations.
T&DS Maintenance Road Work
[Posted 3/21/25]
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During the spring quarter, our UCI Transportation Maintenance team will perform stencil work on portions of the main campus roadways from 5 a.m. to 9 a.m.
While access to these roadways will remain available, delays are expected in affected areas. Please plan to arrive early during this time and proceed with caution while traveling through work areas, especially when workers are present.
Campus Construction Project Impacts
[Posted 12/18/23]
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Mesa Court Tower Expansion project: portions of Lots 5 and 14 and the adjacent pedestrian pathways will be closed during the construction project. Access to Lots 5 and 14 remains available during this time. Please be aware of fencing or posted signage when traveling in these areas.
Sustainable Transportation
Sustainable Transportation
Metrolink Student Adventure Pass
[Posted 7/10/24]
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For a limited time, Metrolink is offering complimentary train rides to UCI students with the Student Adventure Pass! Simply download the Metrolink mobile app and create an account using your UCI email address. Your Adventure Pass will load directly into your mobile ticket wallet. Then, show your digital pass and student ID each time you board the Metrolink train and enjoy complimentary rides all throughout Southern California.
2024-2025 Membership Sign-Ups Available
[Posted 6/30/24]
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Faculty and staff who commute sustainably may sign up for the 2024-2025 Sustainable Transportation Membership through myCommute. ST members may receive participation benefits, including incentive parking permits. Refer to our step-by-step guide on how to sign up.
OCTA University Pass Available Online
[Posted 6/11/24]
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University Pass (UPass) memberships for the 2024-2025 fiscal year are available to purchase online through the myCommute portal. UCI Transportation has negotiated a special rate from OCTA for UCI faculty, staff, and students from the main campus, which allows for unlimited use of OCBus standard routes throughout Orange County. This year’s UPass will be valid through June 30, 2025, at a low, one-time cost of $169.
Events & More
Events & More
University H.S. Graduation Travel Guide
[Posted 6/1/25]
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A Travel Guide is available for graduates, families, and friends celebrating University High School’s graduation ceremony held at UC Irvine on Thursday, June 5. Details regarding your travel to UC Irvine and prepaid parking, where to park upon your arrival, and mobility assistance are included.
Northwood H.S. Graduation Travel Guide
[Posted 6/1/25]
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A Travel Guide is available for graduates, families, and friends celebrating Northwood High School’s graduation ceremony held at UC Irvine on Thursday, June 5. Details regarding your travel to UC Irvine and prepaid parking, where to park upon your arrival, and mobility assistance are included.
Book Drive Wrap-Up
[Posted 3/29/25]
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Thank you to our campus community members who donated to our 2025 UCI Book Drive! Thanks to your generous contributions, our community donated over 1,500 lbs. of book to support local family resource centers through Community Action Partnership of Orange County (CAPOC). Your donations will go a long way in bringing the magic of books to those in need. Thank you for participating and making a difference in our community!
