Car-Sharing

Car-sharing is an on-campus alternative to owning your own car and is becoming a popular option in the Twin Cities.

• 24/7 access to vehicles
• Minimum age is 18
• Rates include gas and insurance

University Departments! Car-sharing can work for you too. It’s a perfect solution to your short-term vehicle needs – for meetings, research, meals or transportation for a visiting colleague.

On Campus Option

HOURCAR is the largest car-sharing operator in Minneapolis and St. Paul. Its fleet comprises a range of fuel-efficient hatchbacks, sedans, utility vehicles and pick-up trucks.

Sign up for HOURCAR and make reservations online.

• $40 annual membership fee for University students, staff and faculty
• No application fee or security deposit
• Rates are typically $8.50/hour or $75/day on weekends ($65/day on weekdays)
• Convenient on-campus locations:
  • EAST BANK
  • Washington Avenue Ramp — 2 vehicles
    • See where inside the ramp
  • Lot C75 near Territorial Hall — 1 vehicle
  • Lot C43 near Sanford Hall (not available summer) — 1 vehicle
  • WEST BANK
  • 21st Avenue Ramp — 1 vehicle
    • See where inside the ramp
  • ST. PAUL
  • Commonwealth Terrace Cooperative — 1 vehicle

Off Campus In Local Neighborhoods

Zipcar is a national car sharing and car club service. Learn more at www.zipcar.com