Blazer Express

About Us:

The Blazer Express Transit System provides transportation across the UAB campus and medical district . Students, employees, and authorized visitors can enjoy fare-free bus transportation along designated routes. A valid UAB ID badge or visitor pass is required upon boarding.

All buses comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act. To report issues, email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 205-934-3514.

Bus Features

Our energy efficient fleet cuts carbon emissions through the use of quiet-ride, clean diesel and propane buses.

ADA accessibility features, such as automatic ramps and kneeling buses that lower, make it easier to enter and exit for passengers with mobility issues.

Audio-video surveillance is installed for enhanced security, with large LCD displays and enhanced GPS tracking.

Use the TransLoc app to view the Blazer Express live map. Instructions for app use, Available for iOS and Android.

Charter Trips

Blazer Express buses maybe chartered by student organizations, departments, alumni, and community affiliates to for transportation throughout Alabama and the Birmingham area.

All bus charter requests must be submitted no later than two weeks in advance from the scheduled event. A cost estimate will be provided upon confirmation of your reservation.

Email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 205-934-3514 to reserve transportation.
Routes

Blazer Express provides transportation around campus 24 hours per day. Fixed-route bus service operates between 5:20 a.m. and midnight, Monday through Friday. See routes below for specific hours. During official university holidays, the transit system runs on a reduced schedule. Check announcements and UAB Transportation social media channels for updates.

Safety Escort can be requested from 9 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. for late-night, on-demand van service.

The UAB Highlands Shuttle van service travels between the main entrance of UAB Hospital-Highlands and the ramp at and Spain Wallace Towers (on 19th St South) starting at 6:50 a.m. and ending at 5:20 p.m.
View route map

STOPS:
- Blue Route (M–F, 5:20 a.m.–9:00 p.m.)
  
  Express Lot 2 (Zone D)
  
  Cooper Green Hospital
  
  Spain Rehab
  
  Kaul/Dentistry
  
  Lister Hill Library/Eye Care
  
  Hill Student Center(*Out of Service*)
  
  Collat School of Business
- Football Gameday Express
  
  Home Games, 4 hours prior to kickoff to 1 hour after game ends
  
  Gameday – Hill Student Center
  
  Gameday – Protective Stadium
- Green Route - North (M–F, 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.)
  
  4th Avenue Deck
  
  Proton Therapy/Publix
  
  Hillman Building
  
  Kaul/Dentistry
  
  Lister Hill Library/Eye Care
  
  Hill Student Center(*Out of Service*)
  
  Campbell Hall/Bartow Arena
  
  Spain Rehab
- Green Route - South (M–F, 7:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m.)
  
  Business and Engineering
  
  Alys Stephens Center
  
  Chemistry Building
  
  Webb Building(*Out of Service*)
  
  School of Health Professions
  
  Campus Recreation Center
  
  Rast Hall
- North Pavilion Route (M–F, 5:20 a.m.–12:00 a.m.)
  
  Express Lot 4 Parking (2 Stops)
  
  UAB Hospital - North Pavilion
- Purple Route (M–T, 7:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m.) *No Friday service
  
  Express Lot 1 (Zone C)
  
  12th Street Parking Deck
  
  Sterne Library
- TKC Route (M-F, 5:30 a.m.-9:00 p.m.)
  
  Daniel Express Lot (Powell Ave S)
  
  Kirklin Clinic (5th Ave S)

UAB Highlands Shuttle
Pick-Up Times

Bus Tracker

Use the TransLoc app to view the Blazer Express live map. Instructions for app use, Available for iOS and Android.
Blazer Express Advertising provides UAB schools, departments, programs and organizations the opportunity to boost your message to the Blazer community. Reach UAB faculty, staff and students across UAB’s campus with an ad displayed inside our buses or bus shelters.

6,000 bus riders per day

300+ advertising opportunities

14 buses en route

10 bus shelters across campus

For more information on advertising on the Blazer Express bus fleet visit Blazer Express Ads.
Blazer Express Issue

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Frequently Asked Questions:
- I left a personal item on the bus. How can I get it back?
  
  Call us at 205-934-3514 and we will try to retrieve it for you. We will need your name, phone number, item description, and the bus route you were riding. You will need to present a photo ID when you retrieve your item should we be able to locate it.
- Who can ride the bus?
  
  UAB students, employees, and authorized visitors can ride the Blazer Express by showing their valid UAB ID or visitor pass.
- Is there a cost to ride the bus?
  
  No. Blazer Express is a fare-free transit system for UAB students, employees, and authorized visitors.
- How many bus routes are there?
  
  There are six bus routes. The routes are marked by color code -- Blue, Green North, Green South, Gold, Silver, and Purple.
- Where are the bus stops located?
  
  There are 30+ bus stop locations strategically placed throughout the campus. Most buildings on campus are less than a five-minute walk from a bus stop. View route map.
- Are the buses wheelchair accessible?
  
  Yes. All Blazer Express buses comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act accessibility standards.
- Will the buses operate during official UAB holidays?
  
  Visit uab.edu/transportation or follow us @UABTransport at Facebook and Twitter for updates on schedules.
- Where is the bus depot terminal?
  
  The Blazer Express bus depot is located in Zone C at 608 8th Street South. The depot is the small stand-alone building with the green awning near the 7th Avenue South entrance.
- What must I have to board a bus?
  
  Passengers must present a valid UAB ID badge or authorization card. Passengers with a valid UAB ID are allowed to bring guests on the bus.
- How do I contact the UAB Blazer Express Safety Escort Service?
  
  Call 205-934-8772 or visit the UAB Safety Escort Page.
- What are the operational hours of the Blazer Express transit system?
  
  More information may be found on the Routes tab.
- How can I view the bus routes in real-time on my computer?
  
  Visit UAB on TransLoc or use the TransLoc app to see a live map on mobile. Instructions for app use, Available for iOS and Android.
- How can I get the smartphone app so I can view the buses in real time on my phone?
  
  Use the TransLoc app to see a live map on mobile. Instructions for app use, Available for iOS and Android.

UAB Highlands	Spain Wallace Tower
6:50 AM	7:00 AM
7:10 AM	7:20 AM
7:30 AM	7:40 AM
7:50 AM	8:00 AM
8:10 AM	8:20 AM
8:30 AM	8:40 AM
8:50 AM	9:00 AM
9:10 AM	9:20 AM
9:30 AM	9:40 AM
9:50 AM	10:00 AM
10:10 AM	10:20 AM
10:30 AM	10:40 AM
10:50 AM	11:00 AM
11:10 AM	11:20 AM
11:30 AM	11:40 AM
11:50 AM	12:00 PM
12:10 PM	12:20 PM
12:30 PM	12:40 PM
12:50 PM	1:00 PM
1:10 PM	1:20 PM
1:30 PM	1:40 PM
1:50 PM	2:00 PM
2:10 PM	2:20 PM
2:30 PM	2:40 PM
2:50 PM	3:00 PM
3:10 PM	3:20 PM
3:30 PM	3:40 PM
3:50 PM	4:00 PM
4:10 PM	4:20 PM
4:30 PM	4:40 PM
4:50 PM	5:00 PM
5:10 PM	5:20 PM

Blazer Express

University bus with seven routes across campus

Free to ride for staff & students; present your UAB ONE Card

Real-time bus locations on the DoubleMap app

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Public Transit

The Birmingham-Jefferson County Transit Authority (MAX)

Discounted passes ($36.00) available from the UAB One Stop office

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Walk

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Visitor Parking:
Lot 5A
1486 University Boulevard
Birmingham AL 35294-1150

Directions
1. Make your way onto University Boulevard
2. Turn north onto 16th Street South (toward Children’s Hospital).
3. Turn left into the Visitor Parking lot.
4. Proceed to the southwest corner of the Visitor Parking area for parking spots specifically designated for our Campus Visit Center guests.
Note that I-20/59 in downtown Birmingham has closed for construction. UAB encourages its visitors to identify alternate routes and plan ahead to minimize the effects on your visit. Visit 5920bridge.com for detours, maps and updates. Click here for alternate routes to UAB's campus.