IU offers a variety of convenient transportation services for you to get from place to place. Discover the many safe and easy ways to get around campus.
Getting around campus
Parking
If you drive to campus regularly, a parking permit is essential. There’s no free parking on or near campus, and during busy times, expect to search for available spots. Parking is extremely limited near the residence halls and apartments.
The few residential parking permits available are sold on a waitlist basis. New students who choose to bring a vehicle to campus should plan to park in the lots near Memorial Stadium.
Vehicles in these lots must be removed prior to all home football and men’s basketball games. The vehicle operator is responsible for knowing these game dates.
Parking decals are sold by the Office of Parking Operations.
Parking permits for the 2025-26 academic year will be available for purchase in August 2025.
Learn about parking on campusBicycles
IU Bloomington is a scenic, bike-friendly campus, and many students bring a bicycle to school. We understand that protecting your bike is important.
You have a few different options for storing and securing it:
- Rent a bike locker
- Lock it to a bike rack near or covered outdoor rack near your building
- Keep it in your room
Your bicycle needs to be registered with the university.
Bicycle locker rental
Located at Union Street Center, these lockers provide the convenience of secure outdoor storage and weather protection.
The lockers are available for IU Housing residents and other students, faculty, and staff. The fee is $100 for the academic year. Any available lockers can be rented after January 1 for $50. There is a $50 charge for lost and non-returned locker keys.
Your bicycle must be registered with the university before you can request a locker.
Request a bike lockerBe sure your bike fits
74" long x 40" wide x 48" tall
