VIA Transportation Options at UT San Antonio
Spring Updates
VIA's expanded services make traveling between campuses easier and more convenient than ever. Students, faculty and staff can take advantage of these services, free with their VIA U-Pass.
Enhanced VIA Bus Service
Added routes and expanded service hours make traveling between campuses more convenient and flexible. Updates this spring include:
- Reduced wait times: pickup and drop-off for bus service between the Main and Downtown campuses is now available every 15 to 20 minutes at both locations.
- Expanded service hours: 5 a.m.–12:30 a.m.
Big Changes for The Little Runner
The Little Runner service added One Riverwalk Place and the Southwest Campus as official stops. Benefits of this expansion include:
- A convenient transportation option that seamlessly connects the Downtown Campus, San Pedro I/II, the Southwest Campus and One Riverwalk Place.
- Expanded parking options. Roadrunners can park at the Downtown Campus and easily travel to the Southwest Campus and One Riverwalk Place.
VIA U-Pass
VIA U-Pass provides free, unlimited bus rides throughout San Antonio. U-Pass is available for free to all current UT San Antonio students, faculty and staff.
To access and use your U-Pass:
- Download the VIA goMobile+ app. If you do not have a smartphone, contact Campus Services for instructions.
- Create an account using your UTSA or UTHSCSA email address.
- Once signed in, your U-Pass will appear within a few minutes and is ready for use.
- Open your U-Pass in the app and show it to the operator when boarding the bus.
VIA Link
VIA Link is an on-demand ride-sharing program that allows customers to request a VIA Link passenger van for a ride anywhere within the corresponding VIA Link Zone. Service is free for UT San Antonio students, faculty and staff with their U-Pass.
- The VIA Link Mainland Zone provides service near the Main Campus and is available seven days a week from 5 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Within this zone, you can easily access the new College Park H-E-B at 7330 N Loop 1604 West.
- The VIA Link Downtown Zone provides service throughout the downtown San Antonio area and is available seven days a week from 7 a.m.-11 p.m. As part of the Downtown Zone, The Little Runner provides service between the Downtown Campus, San Pedro I, One Riverwalk Place and Southwest Campus.
VIAtrans
VIAtrans is a complementary paratransit service, providing shared door-to-door transportation for eligible riders whose disabilities prevent them from using regular fixed-route bus services. Trips are scheduled in advance and offer a safe, reliable and convenient transportation option throughout the service area.
UT San Antonio students, faculty and staff with a valid VIA U-Pass may qualify for this service at no additional cost. Riders must complete an eligibility application and be approved before booking trips. Those interested in taking advantage of VIAtrans should visit the VIAtrans website to review program details, eligibility requirements and application instructions.
Roadrunner Express
The Roadrunner Express (VIA Route 93) provides service between the Main and Downtown campuses. Look for the Roadrunner Express at the Campus Oval bus stop on the Main Campus. At the Downtown Campus, board the bus at the Frio Street bus stop. For more information, download the Roadrunner Express schedule.
Traveling Between Campuses
Traveling between UT San Antonio campuses is easy with VIA. Explore options, including bus routes and travel times, below.
To travel from the Main Campus to the Downtown Campus, use VIA’s Roadrunner Express (Route 93). Board the bus at the Campus Oval on the Main Campus. Disembark at the Downtown Campus – Buena Vista stop. Approximate travel time is 34 minutes.
To travel from the Downtown Campus to the Main Campus, use VIA’s Roadrunner Express (Route 93). Board the bus at the Downtown Campus – Frio Street bus stop. Disembark at the Campus Oval on the Main Campus. Approximate travel time is 38 minutes.
To travel from the Downtown Campus to the Southwest Campus, use The Little Runner. Look for “The Little Runner Stops Here” signs and book a ride using the VIA goMobile+ app.
To travel from the Southwest Campus to the Downtown Campus, use The Little Runner. Look for “The Little Runner Stops Here” signs and book a ride using the VIA goMobile+ app.
To travel from the Downtown Campus to San Pedro I, use The Little Runner. Look for “The Little Runner Stops Here” signs and book a ride using the VIA goMobile+ app. Approximate travel time is 5 minutes.
From Main Campus
Option 1 - Route through the Downtown Campus
- Board VIA's Roadrunner Express (Route 93) at the Campus Oval on the north side of the Main Campus.
- Once it reaches the Downtown Campus, continue on VIA Route 17 to the Market and Navarro stop.
- Transfer to Route 96 at the Navarro and Villita stop.
- Disembark at the Southwest Campus. One Riverwalk Place is a short walk away.
Option 2 - Direct Route to One Riverwalk Place (VIA Route 93)
- Board VIA's Roadrunner Express (Route 93) at the Campus Oval on the north side of the Main Campus.
- Transfer to Route 3 at Leona & Martin.
- Disembark at Navarro & Auditorium Circle. One Riverwalk Place is a short walk away.
Option 3 - Direct Route to One Riverwalk Place (VIA Route 96)
- Board VIA Route 96 at the Campus Oval on the north side of the Main Campus.
- Disembark at St. Mary's & Martin.
- Walk up St. Mary's Street toward Convent Street. One Riverwalk Place is a short walk away.
From Downtown Campus
Use The Little Runner service, with pickup at Lot D1, Dolorosa Lot and San Pedro I. Look for “The Little Runner Stops Here” signs. You can also request a ride from the Downtown Campus to anywhere in the VIA Link Downtown Zone, which includes One Riverwalk Place.
Walking + Biking
One Riverwalk Place is a short, easy walk from the Southwest Campus or a 10-minute bike ride from the Downtown Campus. Bike racks are available at the One Riverwalk Place garage.
From Main Campus
- Board VIA Route 501 at the Campus Oval on the north side of the Main Campus.
- Disembark at the Medical Drive and Floyd Curl stop. The Health Campus is a short walk away.
From Health Campus
- Board VIA Route 501 at the Medical Drive and Floyd Curl stop.
- Disembark at the Campus Oval on the north side of the Main Campus. You’ve arrived at the Main Campus.
