Transportation & Safety

Navigate campus with confidence - your safety is our priority!

Transportation Options Available During the Academic Year

Fixed Route Service

Harvard Shuttle

  • Fixed route service between Cambridge & Allston campuses via PassioGo! app
  • Operates from 5:00 a.m. - 3:45 a.m., Monday through Friday
  • All shuttle and van drivers have direct radio communication with on-campus safety personnel
Harvard Shuttle Bus
On-Demand Evening Service

Harvard Van

  • On-demand service with convenient pick-up/drop-off locations within service boundary via Harvard Van app
  • Operates from 7:00 p.m. - 3:00 a.m., 7-days a week
Harvard daytime van
Walking Service

Campus Escort Program

  • Walking service that covers the Yard, River, Quad & North Yard from 10:30 p.m. - 3:00 a.m., Thursday through Saturday
  • Call (617) 384-8237 or flag down students wearing brightly colored vests labeled HUCEP
Harvard Yard

Best Practices

  • Transit Dispatch is available 24/7 at (617) 495-0400
  • Contact HUPD using the Campus Blue Lights network or by dialing (617) 495-1212 with your mobile device
  • Walk in groups and in well-lit areas at night
  • If you see something, say something!
  • Stay informed of HUPD's safety protocols & procedures at hupd.harvard.edu
Emergency blue light on brick wall