Transportation

My Bryant Transit

My Bryant Transit is a transportation service provided to Bryant University students, on demand, to pre-determined stops.  Along with several pre-determined stops of interest, students can preschedule trips in advance, to specific approved locations.  This service increases safety for student travel, as well as efficiencies in student directed travel, specifically their preferred locations/times.  To utilize, simply download the Tapride app, sign in using your Bryant email and password, then start a ride and choose your location.

Schedule for On Demand Rides: 

Sun: 5 PM - 10 PM

Mon: 4 PM - 9 PM

Tue: 4 PM - 9 PM

Wed: 4 PM - 9 PM

Thu: 5:30 PM - 9 PM

Fri: 4:30 PM - 10 PM

Sat: 2 PM - 10 PM

Once a month scheduling from 10 AM - 2 PM hours to be released monthly on @fisherstudentcenterbryant Instagram

Locations Serviced 

• Americas Food Basket
• Asia Grille
• Ocean State Baptist Church
• Panera Bread
• Chilis
• Condesa
• Daves Market
• Federal Hill
• Five Guys
• George Washington Medical Center
• Good Fortune Marketplace
• IHOP
• Js Deli
• Kennedy Plaza
• Michaels
• New Asian Market
• Providence Place Mall
• Providence Train Station
• Stop & Shop
• Target
• T. F. Green Airport
• Uno's

Finance and Operations Vans

The Finance and Operations office manages two 7 passenger minivans which can be rented by university departments and registered student organizations at Bryant University (business use only). Recharges will be made directly to the department/student org budgets.  Drivers must be 21 years of age or older and carry a chauffeur's license unless carrying a license from MA, NH, or VT.

Driver Requirements:

The State of Rhode Island and the Bryant University Insurance carrier requires drivers to carry a Chauffeur's license unless the driver holds a license from MA, ME, NH, or VT. All drivers must be 21 years of age or older and be approved to drive through the Insurance company.

Van Reservations:

The Finance and Operations minivans may be rented by completing a Vehicle Request Form by following the link.  Please contact Matt Santagata at msantagata@bryant.edu with any questions. 

UBER

Bryant University and UBER collaborated in bringing discounted rides to selected medical and emergency facilities near Bryant. Contact Health Services for more information. 

RIPTA

The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) offers various routes within the state of RI. It serves 38 of 39 Rhode Island communities, operates 7 days a week, and operates 3,300 daily trips on 54 statewide fixed bus routes.

RIPTA is free for Bryant University students with a Student ID.  Route 50 serves the Bryant Community with a stop on campus located near the Chase Wellness Center.

RIPTA schedules may be found on the Bryant Mobile app, at the Information Center located on the first floor of the Fisher Student Center or by visiting  http://www.ripta.com.

Other Transportation Options

Peter Pan Bus:
Website:  http://www.peterpanbus.com/ 
Phone:    (800) 349-9999

AMTRAK:
Website:  http://www.amtrak.com 
Phone:    (800) 872-7245

Taxi Services

• AA 24/7 Taxi Service (401) 521-4200
• Corporate Taxi (401) 231-2228
• Genesis Transportation (401) 338-0772