On-campus and Fargo/Moorhead Transportation

• The MATBUS offers free, unlimited rides to NDSU students through proof of a valid NDSU student ID when boarding. This program is known as the U-Pass program with MATBUS. 

• MATBUS routes can be found here:

  • https://matbus.com/routes 

Prospective Students and Guests 

• Visitors to NDSU who do not possess a valid NDSU student ID card are welcome to ride routes: 13, 31, 32, 33, 34, 36, and Tap Ride free of charge. 

• Visitors need to inform drivers that they are visiting the NDSU campus. 

Transportation to Minneapolis or Minnesota State Colleges and Universities 

• Jefferson Lines buses go directly from Fargo/NDSU to Minneapolis or Minnesota State Colleges and Universities. Ticket prices are around $100. 

  • Students receive a 15% discount on tickets with valid student ID. 

• More information can be found here: 

  • https://www.jeffersonlines.com/college-connection/north-dakota-state-university/

• Parking permits are an option for students who want to bring a car to campus. They run $185 from August to August. You will be assigned a parking lot relatively close to your residence hall. Commuters are assigned to the T-Lot.

• Students who commute can purchase reduced-price passes and park in a lot at the FargoDome. Many use the MatBus to get down to the main campus.

• Pay lots are available around campus, but not as economical as the parking pass.

• Not all students bring a car to campus, and that’s ok.

NDSU Parking and Transportation website link