Transportation and Parking

Getting Around

Campus Shuttle

�Ӱ�ԭ�� University provides a daily off-campus shuttle service that departs from the Campus Center. The shuttle service goes to numerous locations along the Post Road, including the �Ӱ�ԭ�� Train Station, Town Green (includes �Ӱ�ԭ�� University Bookstore and Brickwalk), Whole Foods, Stop & Shop, CVS and Marshalls. The town shuttle travels on the hour Monday-Friday beginning at 7 a.m. The town shuttle runs on the hour beginning at noon Saturday and Sunday until 7 p.m.

The University shuttle operates during the academic year only and does not operate on Columbus Day weekend, Thanksgiving Weekend, Christmas semester recess, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Easter recess or Spring break. Schedule is subject to change. Schedules are posted in the Campus Center and below.

Taking the Shuttle

Bus Shuttle

The University shuttle operates during the academic year only and does not operate on University Holidays. Schedule is subject to change.

Track where the shuttle is at any time by using the online tracker. Alternatively, there are several ways to get access to the real-time information while on the go. Download the Shuttle Locator app today!

Class Days Fall 2024 Mondays, Tuesday, Thursdays, and Friday (No Wednesday or Weekend Service). Note: Times when the shuttle leaves specific locations.

Bridgeport Train Station

Bridgeport train station AM/PM schedule.

Times

8 a.m.
8:40 a.m.
9:20 a.m.
10:20 a.m.
11:20 a.m.
12:20 p.m.
1:20 p.m.
2:20 p.m.
3:30 p.m.
4:20 p.m.

Bellarmine Campus (Bridgeport)

Bellarmine Campus (Bridgeport) bus shuttle AM/PM schedule.

Times

8:20 a.m.
9 a.m.
10 a.m.
11 a.m.
12 p.m.
1 p.m.
2 p.m.
3 p.m.
4 p.m.
*5 p.m.

5 p.m. drop off only at Bridgeport train station and BCC.

�Ӱ�ԭ�� University Barone Campus Center (BCC)

�Ӱ�ԭ�� University Barone Campus Center (BCC) bus shuttle AM/PM schedule.

Times

9:40 a.m.
10:40 a.m.
11:40 a.m.
12:40 p.m.
1:40 p.m.
2:40 p.m.
3:40 p.m.
*4:40 p.m.

*Drop off after 4:40 p.m.

Barone Campus Center (BCC) Pickup

�Ӱ�ԭ�� University Barone Campus Center (BCC) weekly pickup schedule and route.

Route

BCC → �Ӱ�ԭ�� Train station (top of overpass) → �Ӱ�ԭ�� Green (near Bookstore) → Grasmere & Post Rd, UHaul (Black Rock) → Metro Train (Alto parking garage side) → Whole Foods → Stop & Shop → Marshall's / CVS → BCC

Class Days

7 a.m.
8 a.m.
9 a.m.
10 a.m.
11 a.m.
Noon
1 p.m.
2 p.m.
3 p.m.
4 p.m.
*5 p.m.
6 p.m.
7 p.m.
8 p.m.
9 p.m.
**9:50 p.m.

Saturdays, Sundays & Holidays

Noon
1 p.m.
2 p.m.
3 p.m.
4 p.m.
5 p.m.
6 p.m.
7 p.m.

Notes: Times reflect when the Shuttle leaves the BCC.
*5 p.m. shuttle stops at Brewport before returning to the BCC.

�Ӱ�ԭ�� U Campus Shuttle

�Ӱ�ԭ�� University Campus AM/PM shuttle schedule and route.

Route

BCC → Library and Meditz Crosswalk → Quick Center Crosswalk → DSB Lower Lot Crosswalk-Chapel Crosswalk → Canisius Crosswalk-Jogues and Health Center → BCC → Walsh Athletic Center Lot Crosswalk → Dolan Campus Circle-Block 17 Walkway → Block 13 Walkway → BCC

Times

Monday – Thursday
7 a.m. – 9 p.m. + 9:30 p.m.

Friday & Weekends
7 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Runs on the hour.

1720 Post Rd. Shuttle

1720 Post Road AM/PM shuttle schedule.

Times

Monday – Friday
7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Runs on the hour.

Note: Times reflect when the shuttle leaves the BCC to 1720 Post Rd.

Local Transportation

The Office of Conference & Event Management assists in coordinating transportation for a variety of university sponsored trips. A fleet of 12 University vans and 3 sedans are available for use by the �Ӱ�ԭ�� University community, as well as several bus options.

To reserve a bus or a van, please make a request in . (The virtual EMS page is only accessible using a faculty or staff computer. If you are having difficulty completing the form, you should contact Carla Bucherati in the Office of Conference & Event Management at (203) 254-4000 ext. 3288.)

Vehicle Registration must be done online. For more details, please see below under Vehicle Registration Information.

All students, and employees must after August 15, 2024.
Parking Permits are non-transferable.
Offenders that receive five violations for being unregistered will be subject to additional fees and can be booted or towed.
First-year and sophomore resident students are not authorized to have vehicles on campus (including weekends). These vehicles will be ticketed, booted, or towed and subject to additional fines. Students who violate this policy will lose future parking privileges.
Students requesting an exception to the parking policy should apply at
Students who have initiated the process of requesting an exception to the campus parking policy are not permitted to bring vehicles on campus prior to approval.
Juniors and seniors who register a vehicle owned by an underclassman, will lose their own parking privileges.
Through an agreement with the Town of �Ӱ�ԭ��, students are not permitted to park their vehicles on streets surrounding the University.
Guests of residents must register with the Parking Office or Department of Public Safety 24/7/
Temporary permits for guests of the University are generally $10 per day.
All appeal decisions are final. Tickets can not be re-appealed.
Questions about parking permits and regulations may be addressed to parking@fairfield.edu. All appeals are done through the appeal process, outlined in the next accordion.

When registering for a parking permit, you will need to provide the follow:

Undergraduate Students

University ID
State Vehicle Registration Document
Fee: $150

*Please note: First-year and sophomore residential students are not permitted to have vehicles on campus.

Graduate Students

University ID
State Vehicle Registration Document

Part-time Students (11 Credits or Less)

University ID
State Vehicle Registration
Proof of Class Registration with number of credits
Second Degree Nursing Students
University Documentation with University ID #
Proof of Class Registration

University and Prep Faculty/Staff

University ID or Prep ID
State Vehicle Registration Document
First vehicle is free
Second vehicle is $100, additional vehicles $50 – only second vehicle and additional permit request taken at The Parking Office

Prep Students

Prep ID
State Vehicle Registration Document – (Sophomore student-written approval letter)
Fee: $100

RecPlex

RecPlex/University ID
State Vehicle Registration Document

Temporary for Unregistered Students

Faculty, staff, and students must come to the Parking Office for temporary permits only. Long and short term passes are $10 per day for students who do not have a registered vehicle.

Leased Vehicle

When registering a leased vehicle please attach the State Vehicle Registration Document and a copy of the insurance card.

The Department of Public Safety reminds all those driving on campus that the speed limit is 20 mph and to use extreme caution while driving on campus.

Park Legally

Registered vehicle owner's that accumulate five or more tickets during an academic year, may be towed from campus or immobilized with a wheel boot. Registered owner's will be responsible for the tow or boot fees in addition to fees for any parking violations.
After five violations, a referral will be sent to the Dean of Students Office.
All towing expenses and fees are the responsibility of the registered owner.
Once vehicle owner's receive five or more violations, they will be placed on a Chronic Violator List. Once placed on this list, the offender's vehicle(s) will be towed or immobilized for any future violations for the entire academic year. Paying outstanding fines does not remove offender's form the Chronic Violator List.
Parking on neighboring streets is prohibited.
Parking permits are non-transferable.
Parking permits are color coded to match lots.
No overnight parking in lots: O-3 and the Parking Garage K-1.

Payments and Appeals

Parking violation fees are payable at the Bursar's office located in McAuliffe Hall - checks payable to �Ӱ�ԭ�� University
Traffic appeal forms are available outside the Parking Office and must be received within 10 days of the ticket being issued. Failure to meet this requirement, will result in forfeiture of appeals privilege.
Boot removal fees must be paid to the Bursar's Office by cash or check and proof payment presented to the Parking Office or DPS prior to boot removal. If the Bursar's Office is closed, cash or check must be paid to The Parking Office or DPS.
All ticket appeal decisions are final - tickets may not be re-appealed.

Orange – F1 and F2

Orange Lots will now include A2, A3, A4, B1, G, H1, H2, I1, N1, N2, and N3.

Green - Lots B1, B2, B3, E1, H1, H2, K1, and K2A

Additional parking from 4 p.m. through 7 a.m. includes lots M1, M2 and all blue lots except A1 and G2.

Blue Zone Areas

Faculty and staff are requested to park in blue zone areas when possible. However, the University reserves the right to restrict lots when necessary. Students of faculty and staff may not display BLUE parking permits on their vehicles.

C-1, C-2, C-6, and K-1

�Ӱ�ԭ��ors may park in lots C-1, C-2, C-6, and K-1, or they may obtain a visitor pass for additional parking. Guests of resident students must register with the Department of Public Safety.

Dark Blue - Lot M1 | Purple - Lot M2 or G2

F-1, K-3, K-1

Vehicles must be plugged in and charging when parked in an EV spot. When the vehicle is fully charged, you are responsible for moving your vehicle to a regular parking spot.

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