Frequently Asked Questions

Regular service: Monday through Saturday when classes are in session.

No service: Sundays and designated university holidays.

Special service: Select routes may operate on home football game days or during university events with adjusted schedules.

For specific dates, consult the Bobcat Shuttle Calendar or check for Service Alerts on the main Bobcat Shuttle webpage.

Find full details online at the Bobcat Shuttle Routes & Schedules page. You can also use the Texas State App to plan your trip. Maps are available at major bus hubs around campus.

Track shuttles live using the official Texas State University App, or by visiting txst.passiogo.com. All buses are GPS-enabled for up-to-the-minute arrival information.

No. You don't have to show your student ID to get on the bus.

The Bobcat Shuttle only makes stops at designated Bobcat Shuttle bus stops. If you request a stop, the bus driver will stop at the next Bobcat Shuttle bus stop on the route.

While bikes and scooters aren't allowed inside the bus, Bobcat Shuttle buses have bike racks at the front. These racks can hold three bikes and are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.  For scooters, you will need to provide appropriate straps for the bike racks. 

See our Using Bus Bike Racks page for more information.

In case of severe weather necessitating route changes or service suspension, please stay updated through emails and alerts from the University News Service or UPD.

Absolutely! If there are no available seats you can ride standing on the bus. 

If there are no seats, please move to the back to allow more passengers to board, and use the handrails and hanging straps provided to hold on during your trip.

Bobcat Shuttle buses serve thousands of students daily and might reach full capacity on occasion, especially the last bus before the top of the hour. Double check that people can't move back to provide more standing room.  

If not, another bus should arrive shortly as all routes have multiple buses operating at intervals of approximately 12-15 minutes or less. Make sure to leave yourself enough time to catch the next bus if needed.

It's essential for students to arrive at their stops early, as factors like train schedules and traffic can cause delays beyond our control. Transportation Services does not provide “late notes” for students. 

The bus will stop at the three major bus hubs: LBJ, Quad, Tower. However, for other stops along the route, if there are no passengers waiting at the stop or if no one on the bus pulls the yellow chime cord to request a stop, the bus may not make a stop at those particular locations.

All Bobcat Shuttle buses are wheelchair accessible.

No.  Paratransit is provided by the City of San Marcos.

San Marcos public transit provides curb-to-curb service in San Marcos to eligible passengers. Call CARTS at 800-456-RIDE (7433) for eligibility requirements and to schedule your ride.

Yes! The Bobcat Shuttle runs routes on home football game days. Event shuttle information is posted on the Athletics website.

Yes! The Bobcat Shuttle runs during Commencement. Shuttles will be available to transport guests from lots A and B. Shuttles will drop off at the TXST marquee sign in front of the University Events Center.