Contact CAMBUS

Phone: 319-335-8633

Accessibility

The Parking and Transportation Department is committed to promoting campus accessibility through mobility solutions for all students, staff, faculty, and visitors.  In addition to fixed-route bus services, CAMBUS also operates a door-to-door paratransit bus service, called "Bionic Bus".  

Learn more about Bionic bus service.

CAMBUS Service Alerts

CAMBUS service alert: Stops closed on N. Riverside Drive due to construction beginning July 28, 2026

Tuesday, July 28, 2026
The N. Riverside Dr./River St. stop for the 32 Blue route and the temporary Art Building stop for 31 Red route are temporarily closed due to construction in the area.

Parking alert: Parking Lot 21 weekend closure July 31 - Aug. 3, 2026

Tuesday, July 28, 2026
Maintenance will be performed in Parking Lot 21, Pappajohn Business Building (PBB) that will temporarily close the facility 4 p.m. Friday, July 31 – 3 a.m. Monday, Aug. 3.
view of Pentacrest and downtown at twilight with vehicle lights

Student permit sales details for fall 2026 - spring 2027

Monday, July 20, 2026
Student permit sales for fall 2026 – spring 2027 will begin Monday, Aug. 3. Permit sales for students living in a residence hall will be available on Wednesday, Aug. 5 and Thursday, Aug. 6.

Parking alert: Parking Ramp 2 closed for maintenance July 24-27, 2026

Monday, July 20, 2026
To provide clean and safe parking facilities, Parking Ramp 2 will be closed for maintenance. This project is part of our annual maintenance plan that helps ensure safe and long-lasting facilities. We apologize for any inconvenience this project may cause. 

Parking alert: Parking Ramp 4 partial weekend closure July 17 - 20, 2026

Tuesday, July 14, 2026
As part of our annual maintenance plan, maintenance will be performed in the west section of Parking Ramp 4. This project is part of our annual maintenance plan that helps ensure safe and long-lasting facilities. We apologize for any inconvenience this project may cause. 

Parking alert: Electricity upgrades in North Campus Ramp on June 27

Friday, June 26, 2026
Elevator service and facility lighting in the ramp will be temporarily unavailable. Please use headlights while in the facility.  

Parking alert: Parking Lot 21 weekend closure June 26 - 29, 2026

Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Maintenance will be performed in Parking Lot 21, Pappajohn Business Building (PBB) that will temporarily close the facility 4 p.m. Friday, June 26 – 3 a.m. Monday, June 29. During the closure, please use nearby alternate parking at the IMU Ramp and North Campus Ramp.

Parking alert: Parking Lot 21 weekend closure June 26 - 29, 2026

Monday, June 22, 2026
As part of our annual maintenance plan, maintenance will be performed in Parking Lot 21 (Pappajohn Business Building). This project is part of our annual maintenance plan that helps ensure safe and long-lasting facilities. We apologize for any inconvenience this project may cause. 
A cover portrait of Support Person of the Year Maggie Greer

Maggie Greer recognized as 2026 CAMBUS Support Person of the Year

Thursday, June 11, 2026
University of Iowa’s CAMBUS recognizes Maggie Greer as the 2026 Support Person of the Year. The award was established by Cambus in 2019 to recognize the student support staff who serve in behind-the-scenes and leadership roles that keep the transit system operating smoothly.
A cover portrait of Driver of the Year Bella Newell

Bella Newell recognized as 2026 CAMBUS Driver of the Year

Thursday, June 11, 2026
University of Iowa’s CAMBUS recognizes Bella Newell as the 2026 Driver of the Year. Transit service providers across Iowa each nominate an employee annually to be honored by the Iowa Public Transit Association (IPTA) for their commitment to providing safe and friendly service.