Safe Ride Information
On this page you will find general information on safe ride alternatives for students at UNT.
Services
UNT e-ride
E-ride operates during the fall and spring semesters except during holidays or school break times. Just call, give your first and last name, phone number, # of riders, requested pick up location and destination at the time of call. This service can only be used between destinations on the main campus. For more information, visit UNT’s transportation page or check out this video on how E-ride works.
Hours of operation:
Monday-Thursday 7:00 PM to 2:00 AM
Friday-Sunday 4:00 PM to 2:00 AM
Cost:
Free
Contact
940-565-3014
Lyft
To use Lyft you will need to download and install the app using the links provided for Android and iPhone cell phones below. Lyft ride services can be used for free between 2:00 AM and 7:00 AM if your destinations are within the UNT campus. To find the coverage area you will first need to enter the code UNTFALL21 in the “Promos” section of Lyft. Then, go to “Payment” and view your UNT Late Night Rides Pass.
Hours of operation:
24/7
2:00 AM- 7:00 AM is free using the promo code UNTFALL21
Cost:
Free when you use the code UNTFALL21 inside the UNT Lyft Zone late at night (2:00AM-7:00AM).
Android download:
bit.ly/AndroidLyft
iPhone download:
bit.ly/iPhoneLyft
Uber
To use Uber you will need to download and install the app using the links provided for Android and iPhone cell phones below.
Hours of operation:
24/7
Cost
Varies depending on destination and time of day. If it’s your first time using Uber, you can use the code NEWRIDER15 to save $5 on your first 3 rides.
Android download:
bit.ly/AndroidUberDownload
iPhone download:
bit.ly/iPhoneUberDownload
Transit App
The Transit App will allow you to look at all DCTA bus routes including UNT Campus Shuttles, Denton Connect Buses, and Lewisville Connect Buses. Be aware that the bus times displayed on the app are estimates and actual times may vary. To use the Transit App, you will need to download and install the app using the links provided for Android and iPhone cell phones below.
Hours of operation:
Varies depending on route and weekday/weekend but generally from around 7:00 AM to 1:45 AM.
Cost:
Free for UNT students that present their UNT identification cards on the following bus routes: UNT Campus Shuttles, Denton Connect Buses, and Lewisville Connect Buses.
Android download:
bit.ly/AndroidTransitAppUNT
iPhone download:
bit.ly/iPhoneTransitApp
Mean Green Night Rider
Ride the UNT shuttle and connect bus service for no additional fare. Click on the links to view current bus schedule.
Hours of operation:
Monday-Friday: 5:54 PM to 1:58 AM
Saturday-Sunday: 8:00 AM to 1:44 AM
Cost:
Free for UNT students with a valid school ID
Schedules
Weekend Schedule: https://www.dcta.net/node/793
Weekday Schedule: https://www.dcta.net/node/792
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