Getting Around

Carpooling

Commute Connector is a program of the Florida Department of Transportation focused on improving shared mobility in southwestern Florida. Download the free Commute Connector mobile app to find a carpool group. Track your trips in the mobile app to earn rewards, too.

Emergency Ride Home Program - One of the biggest worries you may have when deciding to commute to campus without your car is what to do in case of an emergency. If you use an alternative transportation option as your primary commute, you may qualify for Commute Connector's ERH Program.

Download the Commute Connector App

Campus Shuttles

The Eagle Express runs between the main campus and FGCU residential housing areas when fall and spring classes are in session. Direct questions or report issues to Business Services at businessservices@fgcu.edu. 

Gulf Coast Town Center operates a free shuttle service for students when classes are in session during Fall and Spring. Students get on the shuttle at Palmetto Hall in SoVi or the Ackert Community Center building in NLV. Shuttle stops at at the Regal Cinema and at Target. Please note: The GCTC shuttle does not run in Summer or during Final Exams Week.

Local Bus Service

LeeTran operates public bus and trolley service throughout Lee County. Its 22 routes extend from North Fort Myers to Collier County, and Fort Myers Beach to Lehigh Acres. Route 60 serves FGCU’s campus.

Students may ride at a discounted fare with a special LeeTran student ID available at LeeTran’s Rosa Parks Transfer Center, located at 2250 Peck St. or their headquarters at 3401 Metro Parkway in Fort Myers.