Parking Near University of Wisconsin–Madison College of Engineering
Where Can I Park for University of Wisconsin–Madison College of Engineering?
The Engineering Drive Ramp at 1525 Engineering Drive charges $1.50 per hour plus a $0.49 access fee, or a $0.25 access fee with a ChargePoint account. Lot 17 is free on weekends, and many campus surface lots offer free parking from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. Visitor parking is available through gated university facilities.
- Address
- 1415 Engineering Drive
- Closest listed space
- Safe and Convenient Parking Garage in Madison, WI, 1.2 mi (24 min walk)
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University of Wisconsin–Madison College of Engineering, with private parking spaces bookable nearby on Parksy. Photo: Pexels
Parking at the University of Wisconsin–Madison College of Engineering
The Engineering Drive Ramp, Lot 17, charges $1.50 per hour plus a $0.49 access fee, or a $0.25 access fee with a ChargePoint account (transportation.wisc.edu). The ramp is listed at 1525 Engineering Drive, near the College of Engineering at 1415 Engineering Drive.
Visitor parking is available through the university’s gated facilities, with live visitor-availability counts published for those locations (transportation.wisc.edu). Many campus surface lots offer free parking from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. Lot 17 is free on weekends, and access requires turning onto the specified entrance route from Engineering Drive (engineeringexpo.wisc.edu).
When Parking Around UWCE Is Hardest
Parking pressure is highest during the university’s academic terms, when students, faculty, staff and visitors converge around Engineering Drive. Engineering events add another demand spike. The Engineering Expo parking guidance specifically directs visitors to Lot 17 and highlights weekend access, making event weekends a useful time to plan the approach before driving to the campus.
Street parking around the campus is governed by Madison’s posted restrictions, while university lots and ramps use their own access and enforcement rules. Drivers heading to an open day, expo or other university event should treat the surrounding streets as a poor substitute for a campus facility during busy arrival periods.
Other Car Parks Near the Engineering Campus
Madison’s State Street Campus Garage is a city-operated alternative away from the campus facilities. It is at 430 N. Frances St., operates and enforces parking 24/7, including Sundays and holidays, and allows overnight parking (cityofmadison.com). The garage suits visitors who need a city facility rather than a university permit area.
The State Street Campus Garage is an especially practical option for trips combining the university with central Madison destinations. Its city operation distinguishes it from the university’s Engineering Drive Ramp, while its round-the-clock enforcement means drivers should follow the posted city terms throughout the stay (cityofmadison.com).
Parksy Spaces Near University of Wisconsin–Madison College of Engineering
Two covered garage spaces are 1.2 mi from the campus, each priced at $250 a month. One is described as safe and convenient, while the other is secure and covered, making either a better fit for staff or students seeking a regular monthly base than for a short campus visit.
For lower monthly costs, a secure car-storage space with 24/7 access is 3.5 mi away at $46 a month. Two outdoor lot spaces are 4.7 mi away, each priced at $31 a month, with one offering 24/7 access. The storage space suits drivers needing ongoing access, while the outdoor lots suit students or staff willing to park farther from 1415 Engineering Drive. The closest listed space is excluded because its price is not stated.
Rail and Walking Access to UWCE
The College of Engineering is at 1415 Engineering Drive, 1.3 mi from Madison center. The local parking information identifies campus facilities and the State Street Campus Garage, but it does not provide a station walking time that can be used here.
For a rail-connected journey, drivers can combine a station arrival with a local walk or onward city connection rather than assuming a station is immediately beside the engineering buildings. The university’s visitor-parking information is centered on gated facilities and campus surface lots, while the city’s State Street Campus Garage provides an overnight-capable central parking option (transportation.wisc.edu; cityofmadison.com).
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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 Park for University of Wisconsin–Madison College of Engineering?
The Engineering Drive Ramp at 1525 Engineering Drive charges $1.50 per hour plus a $0.49 access fee, or a $0.25 access fee with a ChargePoint account. Lot 17 is free on weekends, and many campus surface lots offer free parking from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. Visitor parking is available through gated university facilities.
When Is Parking Around the College of Engineering Busiest?
Parking pressure is highest during academic terms, when students, faculty, staff and visitors converge around Engineering Drive. Engineering events create another demand spike. For an open day, expo or other university event, plan before driving and treat surrounding streets as a poor substitute for a campus facility during busy arrival periods.
Is Lot 17 Free on Weekends?
Yes. Lot 17 is free on weekends, and the Engineering Expo parking guidance directs visitors there. Access requires turning onto the specified entrance route from Engineering Drive. Many campus surface lots also offer free parking from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., so check the relevant access and enforcement rules before parking.
What Is the State Street Campus Garage’s Address and Availability?
The State Street Campus Garage is at 430 N. Frances St. It is a city-operated alternative to campus facilities, operates and enforces parking 24/7 including Sundays and holidays, and allows overnight parking. It suits visitors needing a city facility or combining the university with central Madison destinations.
What Monthly Parking Spaces Are Listed Near the Engineering Campus?
Two covered garage spaces are 1.2 mi from campus at $250 a month each. A secure car-storage space with 24/7 access is 3.5 mi away at $46 a month. Two outdoor lot spaces are 4.7 mi away at $31 a month each, with one offering 24/7 access.
How Far Is the College of Engineering From Madison Center?
The College of Engineering is at 1415 Engineering Drive, 1.3 mi from Madison center. For a rail-connected journey, combine a station arrival with a local walk or onward city connection rather than assuming a station is immediately beside the engineering buildings.
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