How to Get Around
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The Jitney
Students can use the free transportation service to visit shops in Clinton and New Hartford.HamVan: Individual Transportation Requests
Requests for transportation within 15 miles of campus can be made ($15 one-way, and $30 round-trip). -
Policies & Procedures for College Vehicle Requests
Vans are available for college-related trips and can be requested by authorized depts./orgs.Hamilton Rideshare
Rideshare matching is offered by the College as one way to help students reduce costs for travel. -
Recess Shuttle Schedule
Shuttles are offered to and from the Syracuse and Albany airports, and Utica train/bus station.
Schedule Transportation
The appointment request transport service is now named “HamVan”.
- The HamVan fulfills student transport requests, as sustainable, within 15 miles of the Campus.
- New fees start July 1, 2025: $15 one-way, and $30 round trip.
- All approved transportation trips will be charged.
Transportation Options
Rideshare & Carpooling Safety Tips
Here are a few simple ways to stay prepared and make smart travel choices.
- Check the driver and vehicle. For rideshares, make sure the license plate, car model, and driver photo all match what’s in the app. For carpools, ride with people you know and trust.
- Share your trip. Use the rideshare app’s share feature, or let a friend know where you’re going and when you expect to arrive.
- Wait somewhere safe. Choose a well-lit, public area while you wait. If it’s late, try to avoid waiting alone.
- Travel with a friend when possible. It’s always safer (and usually more fun) to ride together.
- Sit in the back seat. This gives you more space and lets you exit from either side of the vehicle if needed.
- Keep your phone handy. Make sure it’s easy to reach in case you need to send a message or check directions.
- Speak up if needed. If something feels uncomfortable, it’s okay to ask the driver to stop in a public area where you feel safe.
- Every passenger MUST have a seatbelt.
- Plan ahead. Make sure everyone knows the destination and who’s driving.
- Don’t overcrowd. Every passenger MUST have a seatbelt.
- Talk it through. For longer trips, agree on things like music, gas money, or driving shifts ahead of time.
- Help your driver. Stay calm, avoid distractions, and offer to navigate or handle directions if needed.
Contact
Contact Name
Hannah Dillon
Transportation Coordinator
