Parking Near University of Minnesota, Minneapolis
Where Can I Find Parking Near the University of Minnesota?
The University of Minnesota campus is at 116 SE Church Street in Minneapolis. Nearby options are 0.5 mi away, including daily parking for $8.21 or $8, hourly parking for $4, and monthly parking for $114. The campus location at 333 E River Pkwy is open every day, 24 hours, and Parking and Transportation Services manages eligible community parking.
- Address
- 116 SE Church Street
- Closest listed space
- Convenient Parking in Dinkytown - The Venue Garage, 0.5 mi (10 min walk)
- Nearest station
- Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Depot Freight House and Train Shed, 1.4 mi (28 min walk)
Parking Near Minneapolis
University of Minnesota, with private parking spaces bookable nearby on Parksy. Photo: Pexels
Parking at the University of Minnesota Campus
The campus is at 116 SE Church Street in Minneapolis, 1.5 mi from Minneapolis center. Parking and Transportation Services manages parking for eligible University of Minnesota community members and offers an unlimited regional transit pass on the U Card (pts.umn.edu).
A campus parking location at 333 E River Pkwy is open every day, 24 hours, with phone number +1 (612) 626-7275 (maps.apple.com). The published campus information identifies Parking and Transportation Services as the University parking contact, while the 333 E River Pkwy listing provides the all-day operating hours.
Parksy Spaces Around Dinkytown and Minneapolis
Students and visitors have two Dinkytown options at The Venue Garage, each 0.5 mi from campus: a secure space for $8.21 a day and a convenient space for $8 a day.
A secure underground space in Minneapolis with 24/7 access is 0.5 mi away and costs $4 an hour, making it practical for visitors who need flexible hourly parking. Staff staying longer can choose a convenient monthly space in Minneapolis 55403 at 0.5 mi for $114 a month, or a secure outdoor lot with 24/7 access at the same distance and monthly price.
A convenient outdoor lot in Minneapolis, MN is also 0.5 mi from the campus and costs $7.23 a day, giving students and visitors another daily option.
Busy Parking Periods Around the Minneapolis Campus
Parking demand is likely to be strongest during the academic term, when students, faculty and staff are using campus facilities, and during university events and open days, when visitors arrive at the same time. The Dinkytown and Minneapolis spaces listed nearby are all 0.5 mi from campus, so event-day demand can affect the most convenient walking choices first.
The campus listing at 333 E River Pkwy is open every day, 24 hours, but that operating schedule applies to the listed parking location rather than to nearby public streets (maps.apple.com). Parking and Transportation Services is the University contact for community parking arrangements (pts.umn.edu).
Other Minneapolis Parking Options Beyond Campus
For drivers who want to leave the campus area, a convenient monthly space in Minneapolis 55403 is 0.5 mi from the University and costs $114 a month. A secure outdoor parking lot in Minneapolis with 24/7 access is also 0.5 mi away at $114 a month.
Daily alternatives include a convenient outdoor lot in Minneapolis, MN, 0.5 mi away for $7.23 a day, and the secure underground Minneapolis space with 24/7 access, 0.5 mi away for $4 an hour. The two Dinkytown spaces at The Venue Garage are also separate from campus parking, both 0.5 mi away, priced at $8.21 a day and $8 a day.
Walking and Rail Access to the University of Minnesota
The nearest listed station is Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Depot Freight House and Train Shed, 1.4 mi from the campus and a 28-minute walk. The distance and walking time make the station more suitable for drivers combining rail travel with a longer final walk than for a quick campus drop-off.
For campus users who qualify, Parking and Transportation Services provides an unlimited regional transit pass on the U Card (pts.umn.edu). The University address is 116 SE Church Street, while the nearest listed rail station is 1.4 mi away, so the station-to-campus journey is a substantial part of the trip.
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* Please note: parking prices, time limits and fine amounts change frequently and vary by operator, council and local authority. Everything on this page is indicative and provided on a best-endeavours basis. Always check the sign, the operator or the issuing authority before you rely on a figure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where Can I Find Parking Near the University of Minnesota?
The University of Minnesota campus is at 116 SE Church Street in Minneapolis. Nearby options are 0.5 mi away, including daily parking for $8.21 or $8, hourly parking for $4, and monthly parking for $114. The campus location at 333 E River Pkwy is open every day, 24 hours, and Parking and Transportation Services manages eligible community parking.
How Much Does Parking Near the University of Minnesota Cost?
Nearby parking includes two daily Dinkytown options at $8.21 a day and $8 a day. A secure underground space costs $4 an hour and has 24/7 access. Monthly options in Minneapolis 55403 and a secure outdoor lot are $114 a month. A convenient outdoor lot costs $7.23 a day.
Is University of Minnesota Parking Available 24 Hours?
The campus parking location at 333 E River Pkwy is open every day, 24 hours, with phone number +1 (612) 626-7275. A secure underground Minneapolis space and a secure outdoor lot also have 24/7 access. The 333 E River Pkwy schedule applies to that listed parking location, not nearby public streets.
When Is Parking Busiest Around the University of Minnesota?
Parking demand is likely to be strongest during the academic term, when students, faculty and staff use campus facilities. University events and open days can also bring visitors at the same time. Nearby Dinkytown and Minneapolis spaces are all 0.5 mi from campus, so event-day demand can affect the most convenient walking choices first.
What Is the Nearest Listed Rail Station to the University of Minnesota?
The nearest listed station is Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Depot Freight House and Train Shed, 1.4 mi from campus and a 28-minute walk. That distance makes it more suitable for drivers combining rail travel with a longer final walk than for a quick campus drop-off.
Does the University of Minnesota Offer a Transit Pass?
Parking and Transportation Services offers an unlimited regional transit pass on the U Card for eligible University of Minnesota community members. Parking and Transportation Services manages parking for eligible community members, and the University campus is at 116 SE Church Street in Minneapolis.
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