Getting Around

With a campus stretching over 1,665 acres, navigating The Ohio State University can be an adventure. Please explore the list of resources available to assist in getting around. 


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Ohio State App

The Ohio State app is a must-have for all Buckeyes. Use it to catch the next bus, find your way around campus, grab a bite to eat, or explore resources like gender-inclusive restrooms and spiritual care. Remember to log in for personalized features, including grades and account balances, personalized news, wellness resources and more. 

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Campus Parc manages and operates Ohio State’s parking system through the parking concession. Our permitting options offer a variety of choices for students, faculty, staff, businesses, university departments and visitors.


OSUGo Traffic Alerts

Stay in the know while you’re on the go with OSUGo! Key construction projects are emerging across campus as part of the university’s long-term planning vision, Framework 3.0. As construction continues and roadway impacts occur, stay informed, and on time. Opt-in to OSUGo text message alerts. OSUGo will share text alerts about major campus construction, road closures, events and impacts to traffic and travel.

Rave Guardian

Rave Guardian allows you to select friends or family as a virtual guardian to follow you via GPS tracking, using a destination-based timer. If time expires, your virtual guardian will be alerted and encouraged to make appropriate follow-up. Rave Guardian also includes faster delivery of Buckeye Alerts and safety notices via push-notifications. 

CABS

The Campus Area Bus Service (CABS) is a free transit service provided by The Ohio State University Transportation and Traffic Management. CABS is dedicated to providing clean, reliable, and hassle-free transportation on and around Ohio State’s Columbus Campus. Track CABS in real-time via the Ohio State app.

Dining and Menus (includes Food Truck schedule and locations)

At The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, our Nutrition Services team is committed to providing high-quality, healthy food prepared to your individual taste by a professionally trained chef. If you have any concerns related to food, please let us know right away and we will do our best to make things right.

For more dining options on The Ohio State University campus, check out the OSU app!

ParkMobile®

Visitor parking on campus is easy with ParkMobile*. Park at a surface lot and pay from your phone in just a few taps. You can even extend your meter’s time directly from the app.