Triton Transit
Triton Transit operates fare-free on- and off-campus service, including four primary service lines:
- Shuttles – Fixed-route service between campus shuttle stops
- Mobility – Door-to-door service for individuals with limited mobility
- On Demand – On-Demand service between existing Triton Transit stops during evening hours and academic breaks when fixed route service is reduced or suspended
- Charters – Support for campus events, academic and student organization field trips and athletic travel
We operate carts, vans, small shuttle buses and full-sized transit buses fueled by electricity and renewable biogas (RNG). For the safety and comfort of all Triton Transit customers, tobacco, vaping, alcohol, drugs, weapons and hazardous materials of any kind are prohibited on Triton Transit services.
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Welcome Aboard!
To help ensure a safe and comfortable ride for you and your fellow riders, please expand the Guidelines section below and take note of the guides to riding our fixed-route buses.
Triton Mobility App
Eligible riders can use the new Triton Mobility reservation system to make trip requests and reservations in two ways:
- Online using the Triton Mobility web app
- With the Triton Mobility app | receive important trip notifications on your smartphone or mobile device
Download the Triton Mobility App
Triton Mobility is powered by Spare.
Stay Informed about Important Service Information
Receive texts about detours, delays and service changes by subscribing to Transit Alerts through the university’s Everbridge platform. Text “ucsdtransit” to 888777. Enrollment is opt-in only and users will need to confirm their subscription at the end of each month. All message and data rates may apply.
Rider Guidelines
- You don't need to pay a fare or show ID; all are welcome aboard!
- All riders must adhere to the UC San Diego Principles of Community and not interfere with another rider’s experience.
- Beach visitors must be wearing appropriate footwear and must also be as dry and as sand free as possible.
- Please enter through the front doors and exit through the rear doors to help speed up our service.
- Riders who are standing must hold onto available hand rails or straps.
- All belongings and packages must be kept out of the bus aisle at all times and should not be touching other riders.
- No packages, scooters or bicycles may be stored in wheelchair lift (as applicable) areas.
- Riders can only bring with them what they can manage on their own; drivers are not allowed to assist with personal belongings.
- Personal items may not occupy seats needed for other riders.
- Scooters, shopping carts, surfboards and strollers are welcome aboard; however, these restrictions apply.
- Riders with scooters, carts, surfboards or other large items trying to board when the bus is already full/at capacity will need to wait for the next available bus.
- Only scooters and bicycles which can be folded are allowed onboard and they must be folded before boarding.
- Only non-electric bicycles are allowed on the outside bike rack. Scooters, strollers or other equipment may not be placed on the outside bike rack.
- Strollers and personal shopping carts may be brought onboard but must be folded and may not have passengers or items inside.
- Surfboards which do not touch the roof of the vehicle when vertical (generally those six feet and under) are allowed if held vertically and securely during travel without blocking aisles, doors or exits. Surfboards must be dry and sand free.
Triton Transit Shuttles
R – Regents Express
- Connects East Campus commuter parking (P703, P704, P705) and UC San Diego Health – La Jolla to the UC San Diego Central Campus Station
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SIO – Scripps Institution of Oceanography Shuttle
- Connects the Scripps Institution of Oceanography, Birch Aquarium and the beach at Scripps Seaside Forum to the central campus
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IL – Inside Loop
- Circles the central campus in a clockwise direction, including connections to regional bus service at the Gilman Transit Center and the UC San Diego Blue Line Trolley at the Central Campus Station
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OL – Outside Loop
- Circles the central campus in a counterclockwise direction, including connections to regional bus service at the Gilman Transit Center and the UC San Diego Blue Line Trolley at the Central Campus Station
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ML – Mesa Loop
- Connects Mesa residential community to the new UC San Diego Extension building, central campus and UC San Diego Health – La Jolla
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GC – Grocery Shuttle - Clairemont/Convoy
- Connects the Central Campus and Mesa residential community to the Clairemont/Convoy shopping area
- Connections to central campus residence halls available via the Outside Loop Shuttle
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Triton Mobility
If you are a student,staff, faculty member or visitor with a disability, Triton Mobility can help you travel between ADA-compliant locations on the La Jolla campus via a wheelchair-accessible van or cart. Temporary mobility assistance may be available (as capacity allows) by calling our dispatch line at (858) 534-7422.
To arrange transportation for disabled visitors attending campus events, see Arranging Event Parking for Guests.
Triton Transit On-Demand
Triton Transit On-Demand is open to our La Jolla campus community and transports passengers between Triton Transit shuttle stops on weeknights 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. and customers may call our dispatch line at (858) 534-7422 for additional assistance. Request rides through the Triton Mobility Web App or download the Triton Mobility app from the Google Play or Apple App stores.
Triton Transit On-Demand coordinates closely with the UC San Diego Police Community Service Official program, (858) 534-9255 or extension 4-WALK form a campus phone, which can provide walking safety escorts on campus between sunset and sunrise.
Questions about how to request an On-Demand ride?
Contact us at tritontransit@ucsd.edu or (858) 534-7422.
Triton Transit Charters
Triton Transit offers a range of transportation options for your field trips and events. Learn more about our Event Services or schedule a charter.
Student Employment Opportunities
Transportation Services is always looking for safe, responsible student drivers.
Driver benefits include being part of a great team, paid training, part-time flexible work hours that accommodates your class schedule, and the chance to provide a valuable service to the campus community. Triton Transit pays some of the best wages on campus.
Learn more and apply.
Questions or Comments?
Contact us at tritontransit@ucsd.edu.
