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
SR 73 Ramp Closures
[Posted 10/1/25]
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UC Irvine Transportation has been made aware of overnight work at the Bison Ave. and Bonita Canyon Dr. ramps of State Route (SR) 73 that may impact access to the campus through Friday, October 17. Drivers should anticipate delays during this time and use alternate routes for toll road access.
For additional details and updates to these closures, please visit The Toll Roads Website.
Parking Permits
[Posted 9/24/25]
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A valid parking permit is required at all times when parking on campus. UC Irvine affiliates can purchase permits through their myCommute account. Visitors may use ParkbyPlate in designated areas, a permit dispenser, or a staffed information kiosk to purchase their permit.
If you are interested in exploring alternative commute options, visit our  Sustainable Transportation webpage or contact an Employee Transportation Coordinator at rideshare@uci.edu for personalized commute planning.
Citation Management System Upgrades
[Posted 9/17/25]
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In preparation for the fall quarter, our team recently launched updates to our Citation Management System as part of our commitment to continued process improvements.
These back-end enhancements will improve connectivity with the Department of Motor Vehicles, streamline appeal processing, optimize workflows, and strengthen the services we provide to the campus community.
Parking & Traffic Impacts
Parking & Traffic Impacts
Lot 83 & Med. Surge 4 Construction
[Posted 6/23/25]
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Medical Surge 4 Service lot and a portion of parking lot 83 will be closed for construction beginning June 23, 2025, through the project’s completion. Access to parking lot 83 remains available during this time. Please be aware of fencing or posted signage when traveling in these areas.
Mesa Court Tower Expansion Project
[Posted 12/18/23]
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A portion of parking lot 14 will be closed during the Mesa Court Tower Expansion Project. Access to Lot 14 remains available during this time. Please be aware of fencing or posted signage when traveling in this area.
Sustainable Transportation
Sustainable Transportation
Half-Off Metrolink Fares for Students
[Posted 6/30/25]
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Starting July 1, 2025, students can ride Metrolink for 50% off by selecting the Student/Youth fare in the Metrolink mobile app or at ticket machines and showing a valid student ID.
2025-2026 Membership Sign-Ups Available
[Posted 6/24/25]
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Faculty and staff who commute sustainably may sign up for the 2025-2026 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 6/23/25]
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University Pass (UPass) memberships for the 2025-2026 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 OC Bus standard routes throughout Orange County. This year’s UPass will be valid through June 30, 2026, at a low, one-time cost of $169.
Events & More
Events & More
T&DS is Hiring UCI Students
[Posted 8/6/25]
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UCI Transportation is looking to hire driven and responsible students who are excited to be a part of improving the campus experience. If you are seeking a job opportunity that will work with your class schedule, allow you to grow professionally, and gain transferable skills, look no further! Explore our Handshake page for open positions.
