Ride Share & Shuttle Services

Ride Share On Demand

Barnard has joined Columbia University in offering the Via ride share service using an on-demand app-based system. This service is available to current Barnard students during the evening hours (4pm-4am). This point-to-point service is limited shared ride within a geo-fenced area of the Morningside and Manhattanville area and may be especially helpful for students living on or close to campus. Initially there will be a limit of a single rider under current New York State COVID-19 guidelines (no more than 3 passengers will be permitted per ride should the state guidelines loosen). A typical wait time for each ride should be ten minutes or less.  Via service utilizes accessible vehicles.

Using the Via app is the easiest and most effective way to coordinate a ride, but if you cannot use the Via app, you can also call for a ride. Whether you use the Via app or call, you will need to first get a promo code before you request your first ride. Service operates free of charge to students from 4pm-4am.  Outside of these evening hours, VIA offers a discount on private rides, using the same app.

Barnard Community Safety operates a vehicle between Barnard buildings for business purposes and for scheduled needs between Barnard buildings.

Columbia University Intercampus Shuttle Service

Barnard students, faculty and staff (current ID Holders) can use the Columbia Intercampus Shuttle Service that connects Columbia's Morningside, Manhattanville and Medical Center campuses.  More information about the Columbia Intercampus Shuttle can be found on their website.