Winter weather operations
CAMBUS will maintain service during and after inclement weather within reasonable and safe practices. During and after snow and ice events, CAMBUS routes may run late. Riders are encouraged to plan for extra travel time and and take an earlier bus when possible.
CAMBUS will announce service modifications and disruptions via the mobile app, Transit. When possible, alerts will be posted to social media accounts (Facebook and Twitter: @uiowacambus, Instagram: @uiowaparktransit) and the department website.
CAMBUS snow detours
CAMBUS vehicles may be unable to travel on some roads during ice or snow events. In these cases, CAMBUS routes will detour.
Below are the most common snow/ice detours for CAMBUS routes. Other roads and service areas may also require service modifications.
CAMBUS snow detours
CAMBUS operates the Jefferson Street detour when buses are unable to travel east on Jefferson Street due to snow and ice.
| Routes affected | stops affected | alternate boarding location |
|---|---|---|
| 32 Blue Route | IMU Macbride Hall |
NE corner of Clinton/Jefferson |
| 35, 43 Interdorm (to Mayflower) | IMU Macbride Hall |
SE corner of Clinton/Jefferson |
| 42 Hawkeye-Pentacrest | IMU Macbride Hall Clinton/Iowa |
Schaeffer Hall Hubbard Park |
| 52 Finkbine-Pentacrest | IMU Macbride Hall Clinton/Iowa |
Schaeffer Hall Hubbard Park |
Detour Map
CAMBUS operates the Jefferson Street and Washington Street detours when snow and ice prevent buses from traveling up or down the hills.
| ROUTES AFFECTED | STOPS AFFECTED | ALTERNATE BOARDING LOCATION |
|---|---|---|
| 31 Red Route | Main Library | Schaeffer Hall NW corner of Burlington/Madison |
| 32 Blue Route | IMU Macbride Hall |
NE corner of Clinton/Jefferson |
| 35, 43 Interdorm (to Mayflower) | IMU Macbride Hall |
SE corner of Clinton/Jefferson |
| 35, 43 Interdorm (to Rienow) | Main Library | Schaeffer Hall NW corner of Burlington/Madison |
| 42 Hawkeye-Pentacrest | IMU Macbride Hall Clinton/Iowa |
Schaeffer Hall Hubbard Park |
| 52 Finkbine-Pentacrest | IMU Macbride Hall Clinton/Iowa |
Schaeffer Hall Hubbard Park |
Detour map
CAMBUS operates the Washington Street detours when snow and ice prevent buses from traveling down the Washington Street hill.
| ROUTES AFFECTED | STOPS AFFECTED | ALTERNATE BOARDING LOCATION |
|---|---|---|
| 31 Red Route | Main Library |
Schaeffer Hall |
| 35, 43 Interdorm (to Rienow) | Main Library |
Schaeffer Hall |
| 42 Hawkeye-Pentacrest |
IMU |
Schaeffer Hall |
| 52 Finkbine-Pentacrest | IMU Macbride Hall |
Schaeffer Hall |
Detour map
CAMBUS winter tips
Extra travel time
Plan for extra travel time. With inclement weather and snow/ice conditions, drivers will slow down to operate safely. Buses may run behind schedule.
Be ready
Riders should be at the bus stop before the bus arrives to ensure boarding. Buses operate on a schedule and will depart from the stop immediately if it is after their departure time. Due to the large size of the bus, it is not always possible for drivers to see riders waiting in buildings or vehicles.
Use Transit
Use the Transit mobile app to get real-time information about your bus. We recommend using the live map feature to determine when to be at the bus stop. Riders should also favorite the routes they ride to receive service alerts.
Snow and ice at bus stops
Campus maintenance teams do their best to remove snow and ice from bus stop as soon as possible after winter weather events. If a stop is not cleared, notify us at 319-335-8633 or email cambus-transit@uiowa.edu and we'll contact the appropriate team to clear the stop.
Transit
Riders are encouraged to use the mobile app Transit to plan trips, get real-time departure information, live bus locations, service alerts and more. Download Transit to your Apple or Android smart device.
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.
Questions?
For questions about CAMBUS services, please call 319-335-8633 or email cambus-transit@uiowa.edu.