First and second year students typically don’t have access to cars on campus, however, Williamsburg has an excellent transportation system that can help students get wherever they need to be.
Getting around Williamsburg
Zipcar
- Zipcars are self-service vehicles that can be reserved online located on Wake Drive and in the OD lot off of James Blair Drive. Zipcars can be utilized to make short trips around the Williamsburg area. A membership is $25 a year and a trip costs beginning at $11/hour. More information: https://www.wm.edu/offices/auxiliary/parkingandtransportation/transportation/zipcar/index.php
WATA Bus System
- The WATA bus routes are free to any student with the display of a William & Mary ID. The 12 routes are accessible from stops on or near campus and provide service to local shopping centers and attractions. More information: https://www.wm.edu/offices/auxiliary/parkingandtransportation/transportation/bus/index.php
Bikes
- Bringing your own bike to campus is an environmentally friendly and efficient way to get around campus. Registering your bike is university policy to insure your bike is protected. More information: https://www.wm.edu/offices/auxiliary/parkingandtransportation/transportation/bike/registration_info/index.php
Going out of town
Airport Shuttle Service
- Airport shuttles depart from Sadler Terrace and operate shuttle service to and from Richmond International and Newport News International. Reservation and payment are required before the travel date. The service costs $50 each way, and a limited number of students who sign up first will have the discounted price of $25 during select breaks. More Information: https://www.wm.edu/offices/auxiliary/parkingandtransportation/transportation/outoftown/index.php
Amtrak
- The Amtrak station is located close to campus and offers transportation to various stops between Williamsburg, Richmond, Washington DC, and New York. More Information: https://www.amtrak.com/home