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UMB Connect

UM Shuttle Driver preparing to mount a bike to the bus.

Beginning in January 2027, the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) will launch a new transportation program — called UMB Connect — that is designed to enhance how students and employees move on and around campus.

UMB Connect

What is UMB Connect?

UMB Connect is a multi-modal transportation service designed to get you where you’re going on time.

  • Using Connect Ride (formerly safe ride), riders can request trips between designated locations on and around campus.
  • Using the UMB Shuttle, riders can get to popular destinations around Baltimore.
  • Utilizing the Connect Walk (formerly safe walk), program, walkers are accompanied to campus buildings.

More details will be posted here as they become available.

What's Changing

The Mt Vernon Route

​The Mt Vernon route will no longer operate after January 1, 2027.

Safe Ride Program

​Enhancements will be coming to the Safe Ride program.

Enhanced Campus Vibrancy

Alternative transportation will foster a lively community around UMB.

 

New MTA Student Benefit

In partnership with UMB, the MTA is introducing a new transit benefit program for students beginning in August 2026.

New Programs and Enhancements

Safe Ride and Safe Walk (renamed to Connect Ride/ Connect Walk) will operate during the same hours and within the same boundaries as before. Enhancements to the program include:

  • Increased number of vans with ADA accessibility
  • Dedicated staff
  • Technology enhancements that include
    • Dash Cameras
    • UMB Swipe System
    • Customer Rating Software
    • On Demand Route Software with real time tracking and push notifications
    • Designated pick up locations on campus

  • Opt-in program – self-pay
  • Semester Pass
    • Enrollment begins July  2026
    • Ridership begins August 1, 2026
  • Semester Dates
    • Fall Semester: August 1 to December 31
    • Spring Semester: January 1 to May 31
    • There is no summer semester option
  • UMB student savings compared to monthly purchase
    • $150 per semester
    • Savings of $135 based on current MTA student monthly rate ($57 x 5 months)
  • All College Access Pass is still available for monthly purchase as well.

Transportation Options

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, there is a proposed transportation fee increase for 2028.

Yes, the current pay-per-ride option will continue to be available. Please note, fees will increase from $1.75 to $2.00 in fall 2026. Starting August 1st, there is a monthly pass that can be purchased. Visit the UMB Shuttle page for more information.

Connect Ride and Connect Walk  (formerly safe ride and safe walk) will operate the same time and within the same boundaries as before. Boundary information can be found on the police and public safety webpage.

 

Yes, a UMB ID is needed to ride the shuttle.

Yes, there is a bike rack for added convenience.

For information on MTA Routes around the Mt. Vernon area and the rest of Baltimore, visit the MTA website.

  • Options include:
    • Local Link 91 (loop)
    • City Link Silver - transfer to Purple or Red
    • City Link Green - transfer to Purple or Red
    • Bus 94 (SB), Bus 78 and 80 (NB)

For information on the free Charm City Circulator, visit the Charm City Circulator website.

  • Options include:
    • Purple N/S transfer to Orange E/W

Yes, visit the student MTA section on the Parking and Transportation website.

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