CAMBUS summer 2026 service operates May 16- August 21. Academic service resumes Saturday, August 22. Use the Transit mobile app to get real-time bus information, view live maps, and receive service alerts. Full route schedules can be found at Routes, Schedules, and Maps webpage.
WCTC stall assignment updates
As of May 18, some stall assignments at WCTC will change:
- 63 On-Demand Research Park/MCNL will serve stall 1
- 43 Hawkeye Interdorm (to Hawkeye) will serve stall 5
- 31 Red Route will serve stall 7
All other stall assignments will remain unchanged.
During summer service:
- Routes 31, 32, 41, 42, and 52 have reduced frequency. Check schedules for complete details
- Routes 54 Hancher-Newton Road, 35 Interdorm. 36 East Dorm Shuttle and 43 Hawkeye Interdorm do not operate
- Weekend and evening service is provided by the On-Demand Shuttle service
| Dates | Service |
|---|---|
| Saturday, May 16 – Friday, August 21 | Summer service |
| Monday, May 25 | No service (university holiday) |
| Friday, July 3 – Saturday, July 4 | No service (university holiday) |
| Saturday, August 22 | Academic service begins |
Main Campus and Research Park – 31, 32, 34
Note - time periods are approximate, see route schedules for exact times
| ROUTE | AM Peak until 9 a.m. | Midday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. | PM Peak 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. | Evening 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Red Route | Every 18 minutes | Every 36 minutes | Every 18 minutes | Every 36 minutes |
| 32 Blue Route | Every 18 minutes | Every 36 minutes | Every 18 minutes | Every 36 minutes |
34 Research Park
| Every 25 minutes | Every 50 minutes | Every 25-35 minutes | Every 50 minutes until 7:45 p.m. |
Health Sciences Campus – 31, 32, 34, 42, 52, 53
Note - time periods are approximate, see route schedules for exact times
| Route | AM Peak until 9 a.m. | Midday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. | PM Peak 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. | Evening 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Red Route | Every 18 minutes | Every 36 minutes | Every 18 minutes | Every 36 minutes |
| 32 Blue Route | Every 18 minutes | Every 36 minutes | Every 18 minutes | Every 36 minutes |
| 34 Research Park | Every 25 minutes | Every 50 minutes | Every 25-35 minutes | Every 50 minutes until 7:45 p.m. |
| 42 Hawkeye-Pentacrest | Every 20 minutes | Every 40 minutes | Every 20 minutes | Every 40 minutes |
| 52 Finkbine-Pentacrest | Every 15 minutes | Every 30 minutes | Every 15 minutes | Every 30 minutes |
| 53 VA Loop Shuttle | Every 15 minutes until 6:30 a.m. | No service after 6:30 a.m. | ||
Arts Campus and Hancher Parking Lot – 31 and 32
Note - time periods are approximate, see route schedules for exact times
| Route | AM Peak until 9 a.m. | Midday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. | PM Peak 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. | Evening 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Red Route | Every 18 minutes | Every 36 minutes | Every 18 minutes | Every 36 minutes |
| 32 Blue Route | Every 18 minutes | Every 36 minutes | Every 18 minutes | Every 36 minutes |
Finkbine Commuter and Arena Parking Lots – 51, 52, 53
Note - time periods are approximate, see route schedules for exact times
| Route | AM Peak until 9 a.m. | Midday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. | PM Peak 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. | Evening 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51 Hospital-Finkbine/Arena | Every 4 minutes | Every 12 minutes | Every 4 minutes | Every 12 minutes |
| 52 Finkbine-Pentacrest | Every 15 minutes | Every 30 minutes | Every 15 minutes | Every 30 minutes |
| 53 VA Loop Shuttle | Every 15 minutes until 6:30 a.m. | No service after 6:30 a.m. | ||
Hawkeye Commuter and Hawkeye Campus – 41 and 42
Note - time periods are approximate, see route schedules for exact times
| Route | AM Peak until 9 a.m. | Midday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. | PM Peak 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. | Evening 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41 Hawk Lot-Hospital | Every 7 minutes | Every 20 minutes | Every 7 minutes | Every 20 minutes |
| 42 Hawkeye-Pentacrest | Every 20 minutes | Every 40 minutes | Every 20 minutes | Every 40 minutes |
On-Demand Shuttle
Visit On-Demand Shuttle Service for more information about service zones and how to schedule rides.
| Zone | Hours of service | Locations served |
|---|---|---|
| 62 Main Campus | Weekdays 8:45 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. Weekends 11:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. | Existing CAMBUS stops throughout the Main Campus and Hawkeye Campus. View Main Campus Zone map. |
| 63 Research Park/ MCNL | Weekdays 6 a.m. - 6 p.m. | Provides service between Newton Road and health care facilities on the Research Park campus, including Medical Center North Liberty (MCNL) and Hospital Shared Services Building (HSSB). View Research Park/MCNL map. |
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.
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.