Shuttle Services

On-Campus Aggie Transit

North Carolina A&T State University provides a complimentary shuttle system known as The Aggie Shuttle, designed to support mobility and access across campus and nearby university-affiliated housing. 

 

Overview

The Aggie Shuttle serves:
  • Academic and administrative buildings
  • On-campus housing
  • Off-campus university apartment complexes including:
    • Aggie Pointe
    • Collegiate Commons
    • Preeminent Pointe
    • Sebastian Courtyard, Sebastian Place, and Sebastian Village
    • University Landing
    • University Park

All shuttles are equipped with real-time GPS tracking powered by the Passio GO! app. Riders can view live shuttle locations, stops, and estimated arrival times via mobile or web.

Passio GO! app >

 

Routes

Gold Shuttle

Operating Weekdays 7 am to 11 pm
The Gold shuttle provides transportation services from off-campus locations such as Aggie Pointe Apartments and Preeminent Pointe Apartments to the University campus. Track with Passio GO! >

Blue Shuttle
Operating Weekdays 7 am to 11 pm
The Blue shuttle provides transportation between off-campus areas such as Aggie Terrace, Colligate Commons, Sebastian area, and University Landing, and the campus. Track with Passio GO! >
Park and Ride Shuttle
Operating Weekdays 7 am to 7 pm

The Park and Ride shuttle offers a convenient and efficient transportation option for Aggies. The shuttle operates on a continuous route between the Student Center and the Park and Ride lot located at War Memorial and Lot A4. Track with Passio GO! >

Crossmax Purple
Operating Weekdays 5 am to 11:30 pm and Weekends 6 am to 11 pm

The Crossmax Purple is a shuttle route offered by GTA with buses departing every 15 minutes. Unlike other GTA routes, this shuttle provides a seamless one-seat ride without the need to transfer buses at The Depot. This is an ideal route for students living in off-campus apartments, particularly those at Campus Edge or the Province. 

 

Ride Requests


Operating Monday to Thursday 11:00 pm to 2:00 am

Ride Request is a nighttime transportation service that operates from 11:00pm to 2:00am, providing safe and convenient on-demand rides for students. The service picks up students from any location on campus and drops them off at University-owned housing locations, including Sebastian Area, Aggie Point, Preeminent Point, and University Point.

To request a ride during operating hours, students should call 336-580-5172.

 

Off-Campus Public Transportation

There are 19 Greensboro Transit Authority (GTA) routes available in the City of Greensboro for daily transportation. These routes operate from 5:15 am to 11:30 pm every Monday to Friday. On weekends, there are 17 routes available from 6 am to 10 pm. All bus routes connect and transfer at The Depot downtown. If you are a student of N.C. A&T, you can ride the fixed route service for free by receiving and activating a code and downloading the UMO app. Otherwise, the cost of the service is $1.50 cash fare. 

GTA Information and Routes to Shopping

The J. Douglas Galyon Depot acts as the primary transportation center for GTA passengers and serves as a hub for Amtrak, PART, and Greyhound. It is situated at 236 East Washington St. in Greensboro, NC 27401. GTA applies a base fare of $1.50 per trip and provides complimentary transfers to local shopping destinations (specified per route). 

 

Bicycle Racks

GTA has installed bicycle racks on the front of their buses. These racks can hold up to two bicycles at a time. Passengers are responsible for loading and unloading their own bikes onto and off of the racks.

 

General Customer Service

The customer service office for GTA is located at the Depot and is open whenever buses are operating. You can either visit them during your travels, call 336-335-6499 for assistance, or visit www.ridegta.com to learn more. 

 

GTA Bus Hours of Operation

  • Weekdays 5:15 am to 11:30 pm
  • Weekends 6 am to 10 pm 

Plan your routes and track any GTA bus at www.trackmygta.com

UMO Mobile App

Riding PART using the Umo Mobile App is easy! Smartphone users can purchase their PART Express pass with a few taps on their smartphone anytime, anywhere. When you board the bus, simply scan the Umo Reader with the QR code in your Umo Wallet and you’re on your way. 

Android App >

Apple App >

Additional Off-Campus Transportation Options

PART offers a variety of commuter services including direct bus route and service from the Coble Transportation Center to The Depot in Greensboro. Visit www.partnc.org/166/Route-2 for more information.  

PART provides a half-price discount on standard fares to students.
  • In order to get the half fare on PART passes, you must complete the application and submit proof by attaching a copy of photo identification card. The photo identification card must include an enrollment date/year.
  • Once enrolled, PART will update your Umo account, so you can purchase your PART passes or stored value at the discounted fare. You must register in advance of making your purchase. PART will not refund fares purchased prior to enrollment.

You must have an active Umo account before PART can activate your discount fare in Umo.

From The Depot downtown, you can connect to Greyhound bus services for buses travelling all over the country, including the beach. Schedules and fares vary so please check their website for the most current information.

From The Depot downtown, you can board any Amtrak train with northbound service to Washington, D.C. and New York City; southbound to Atlanta and New Orleans; plus connections to other destinations and stations throughout the country.

A variety of airlines service PTI airport with frequent direct and connecting flights across the country. Airlines servicing PTI: Allegiant, American Airlines, Delta Airlines, and United Airlines.
  • Visit www.flyfrompti.com to schedule a flight.
  • Contact the PART call center (336-883-7278) to schedule a ride to the airport. 

Both Lyft and Uber offer rides on demand. You can request a ride at any time 24/7, 365 days a year. Both offer budget-friendly options and are an easy way to get around.  

Questions? Contact Parking and Transportation.

Email
ncatpark@ncat.edu 

Main Phone
336.285.2027

Location
ObermeyerParking Deck
Greensboro, NC 27411

Hours of Operation
Office Hours: Open weekdays 7:30 am to 5 pm, hours subject to change
Aggie Shuttle Hours: Weekdays 7 am to 11 pm
Enforcement Hours: 24 hours, 365 days 

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