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General Transportation Announcements
- MBTA semester passes are now on sale. Buy your pass using the MBTA Pass Form. Visit the UMass Boston MBTA information page for pricing and eligibility details.
About Biking at UMass Boston
UMass Boston supports cycling as a sustainable transportation option by offering parking, end-of-trip amenities, and access to the Bluebikes bikeshare program. Whether you bring your own bike or use bikeshare, we provide resources to ensure safe, efficient, and convenient travel on campus.
How to Park & Register Your Bike
Where to Park Your Bike (Free & Secure!)
UMass Boston offers over 740 free bike parking spaces campus-wide, including:
- West Garage Secured Shelter: 125-space indoor, secure bike storage
- Maintenance Station: Basic maintenance tools are available inside the West Garage
Access to the West Garage shelter requires registration and a valid BeaconCard. To request access, email beaconcard@umb.edu and copy TransDM@umb.edu. Include your full name and UMass ID number.
View UMass Boston campus map bike parkingRide with Bluebikes
You’ll find Bluebikes stations at JFK/UMass Station and the Campus Center. UMass Boston affiliates receive a discounted annual membership.
- Annual Cost: $101.50 with promo code BikeUMB
- Short-Term Options: Daily and weekly passes available
How to join:
- Go to bluebikes.com.
- Log in or create an account.
- Select “Annual Membership” and click “Join and Save.”
- Enter the promo code BikeUMB.
- Verify your UMass Boston email.
Bike Maintenance
Keep your bike in top shape! UMass Boston offers free maintenance days each April and September, open to students and employees.
- Includes basic tune-ups and minor repairs
- Sign-ups are requested to manage demand
Employee Benefit: Bike Check Reimbursement
In addition to free tune-ups, employees are eligible for up to two $25 Bike Check reimbursements per year to help cover bike-related expenses such as maintenance, parts, or gear.
End-of-Ride Essentials
Showers
Showers are available after your ride at the Beacon Fitness Center.
- Students: Free access to 8 showers
- Employees: $75/year Showership membership
Lockers
Store your belongings safely after biking.
- Students: Lockers available at McCormack and Wheatley Peters; managed by Student Activities on a first-come, first-served basis
- Faculty & Staff: Lockers accessible through Beacon Fitness Center with Showership membership
Planning Your Ride & Transit
Campus Bike Map & Nearby Routes
Discover scenic, low-stress ways to get to and from UMass Boston—and navigate campus with ease.
- Campus Bike Map: View all bike parking areas.
- Boston Harborwalk: Bike this car-free waterfront path from Seaport/downtown to campus.
- Neponset River Greenway: This is an 8.2-mile trail from Hyde Park to South Boston, with a recent extension near Tenean Beach that connects to Morrissey Boulevard via wide asphalt paths and a boardwalk over Dorchester Bay.
MBTA Transit Information
The MBTA has rules for bringing bikes on buses and trains. Check the MBTA site for general biking rules and any restrictions (e.g., during holidays and disruptions).
Review MBTA Biking Rules
Contact Us
Transportation Services
Service & Supply, Lower Level
100 Morrissey Blvd.
Boston, MA 02125
Phone: 617.287.5041
Monday–Friday
8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
General inquiries:
parking.trans@umb.edu
Commuting inquiries:
TransDM@umb.edu