Transportation

Transportation has a significant impact on our greenhouse gas emissions, so we focus on making sustainable transportation accessible to campus affiliates. Check out our main programs below.

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Sustainability in Transportation

We work closely with the Chittenden Area Transportation Management Association (CATMA) along with a couple of other local organizations to make sustainable transportation a viable option for all college affiliates. Through free options and discounted options, getting around campus and the community doesn’t require owning a vehicle!

Champlain College bus in front of Miller Center

Shuttles & Vans

A free shuttle-bus system for students and employees operates between the CCM building on our main campus, 194 Saint Paul Street Apartments, and the Miller Center at 175 Lakeside Avenue.

Where's the Shuttle?
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Cycling

Biking on campus is a great way to go green, get some exercise and save on transportation costs. As a designated Silver-Level Bicycle Friendly University, Champlain College offers:

  • ChampShop, a bicycle mechanic workshop (initially funded by the Green Revolving Fund) located in Juniper Hall
  • Indoor bike storage areas available with key card access.
  • Locker and shower facilities available in IDX at the gym and in the Miller Center at Lakeside
  • Champlain College students and employees get a 20% discount on all Bird bikeshare rides when signing up with their campus email
Learn More at the Office of Transportation & Parking
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No Car? No Problem!

With CarShare Vermont vehicles located on and near campus, it’s easy to get around without bringing a personal car to campus.

Distinctly different, Carpooling and Ridesharing are a great way to reduce the need for having or bringing your own vehicle to campus.

Learn About CarShare Vermont Learn About RideShare

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In 2020, Green Mountain Transit and Burlington Electric Department teamed up with state and local officials, introducing new electric buses to service the greater Burlington area as an effort to help reduce carbon emissions in Burlington and Chittenden County.

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    Ride for FREE

    Champlain students, staff, and faculty can ride the local city buses for FREE! Bus service on the GMT can get you downtown, to the airport and beyond. Simply bring your Champlain College ID. Schedules are available at ridegmt.com.

  • Bicycling

    Burlington is a bike-friendly town, with many bike paths and designated lanes. When riding your bike please remember to obey all traffic laws, wear a helmet and always lock your bike securely to a rack. You will also see the blue Bird bikes around town which can be rented for a quick trip and left at your destination (so long as it is not impeding access or on private property).

  • Pedestrian Friendly

    Most of Burlington can be easily accessed on foot. Walking is a great way to get around campus as well as downtown. If on a board, please wear your helmet and note the areas that do not allow skateboarding!

  • Office of Transportation & Parking

    Our office works to further the Champlain College mission of sustainability by promoting eco-friendly transportation options through our programming and resource sharing. Learn more about your options!

Our Partners in Sustainable Transportation