Drexel University - Office of Campus Activities

What is the best way for me to get to campus?
Can I buy SEPTA tokens on campus?
How can I get a parking space?
Can I park in the garage?
Can I find parking on the street?
Are there other private parking lots?
Where can I get gas near campus?
Where can I lock my bike?
Is there a campus shuttle? Where does the shuttle go and when?

What is the best way for me to get to campus?
If you are using public transportation, SEPTA has several stops on or near campus. You can visit SEPTA at http://www.septa.com/ for more information. If you are looking for ideal routes from a specific location, you can call SEPTA at 215-580-7800 and their representatives can provide up to date travel routes and information.

Can I buy SEPTA tokens on campus?
The Creese Information Desk, in the Creese Student Center, does sell SEPTA tokens in 5 packs. If you have questions, you may call the Creese Information Desk at 215-895-2515.

How can I get a parking space?
Drexel’s parking facilities consist of numerous surface lots and one parking garage. The Parking Services Office oversees the distribution and sales of parking permits. Some lots are metered lots and are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

For more information, please contact the Parking Services Office, located in the General Services and Parking Building at the corner of 34th & Market Streets, at 215-895-2813. You may also visit their website at http://www.drexel.edu/depts/parking/.

Can I park in the garage?
Permits are available through a lottery system for the garage.

Can I find parking on the street?
Street parking is also available on a first-come, first-serve basis around campus and the vicinity. There are metered and un-metered spots. Both are limited.

Are there other private parking lots?
Park America has lots on Market. Individual arrangements need to be made with these and other city lots.

Where can I get gas near campus?
2201 Walnut Street - Sunoco 2201 Spring Garden Street - Linnett Gulf Service Station 49th & Market Streets - Thomas’s Service Station

*Other gas stations may be located near campus. The ones listed were found in the Philadelphia phonebook.

Where can I lock my bike?
Bike racks are scattered throughout campus and can be found near most large buildings. Racks are located outside the Creese Complex and near the Quad. For more information, you may contact the Parking Services office at 215-895-2813.

Is there a campus shuttle? Where does the shuttle go and when?
Yes, there is a campus shuttle. The shuttle routes can be found at http://www.drexel.edu/facilities/. Contact Public Safety at http://www.drexel.edu/admin/publicsafety/homepage.html to learn more.